Third Break in a Week Forces Water Shutdown in Lake Shawnee

The third water main break in a week on West Shawnee Trail in Lake Shawnee forced Jefferson Township to turn off the water to homes in part of the lake community on Monday.

“The main line on West Shawnee Trail is so deteriorated that every time they make one repair another piece breaks,” said Jefferson Township Russell Felter. “So the water department is replacing about 100 feet of line.”

According to Jessica Krieger of the township’s municipal utilities department, the repairs should be completed by Tuesday or Wednesday.

“If the workers have any problems with the digging, it may take a little longer, but we’re hoping to have the work done in the next day,” Krieger said. “As of Monday, the water is shut off.  Even after the work day is over, residents may experience sporadic water loss until the repairs are complete.”

Krieger also said that the quality of the water is fine, and residents will not need to boil water.

The Arthur Stanlick School is not affected by the water main break, according to school officials.