Spring Hydrant Flushing Begins Monday

The Montclair Water Bureau is conducting its spring hydrant inspection and flushing starting Monday, April 15.

The flushing in the low service and high service areas is being done during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. It will take approximately six weeks to complete.

Low Service Area: Section East of Grove Street/Elm Street to Glen Ridge Town Line Starting from Mount Hebron Road and working south to the West Orange Township Line.

High Service Area: Section West of Upper Mountain Avenue and South Mountain Avenue to Cedar Grove and Verona Town Lines. First starting from Watchung Avenue working north to the Little Falls Town Line. Second from Watchung Avenue working south to West Orange.

The purpose of this program is to flush water mains, removing accumulated sediment in the lines and to operate, lubricate and test fire hydrants to insure adequate fire protection.

There may be discoloration of water and some loss of pressure during flushing in your area. Discolored water could occur at any time during the flushing period but more likely when hydrants are flushed in your neighborhood.

The discoloration will be temporary and should clear up within a short period of time. If you experience discolored water, open the cold water faucets on the lowest floor of the house and allow the water to run until it clears (usually within 30 minutes). Discolored or cloudy water is potable but not desirable to use.

Residents are reminded to make sure that their water is running clear before washing laundry.