Chatham Borough Announces Borough-Wide Hydrant Flushing

Chatham Borough announced when the Department of Public Works will be flushing the water mains in the distribution system by opening hydrants next month.

The DPW Utilities Division said it will be performing borough-wide hydrant flushing beginning on May 4 through May 29. The department flushes the water each year to help to continue to provide residents with quality water service.

Water mains are flushed by systematically opening hydrants in specific areas around the borough to create increased water flows. Residents may notice decreased water pressure or discolored water when crews are in the area.

Discolored water is both fairly normal during hydrant flushing and harmless. It may occur because sediment in water mains gets stirred up when the flow of water in the mains changes. If residents experience discolored water, simply run the water until it is clear.

For more information or questions, contact the Department of Public Works at 973-635-5242.