NOTICE OF FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING

RE: Routine Water System Maintenance

Dear Resident / Business owner,

This notification is to inform you that the Town of Newfield will be conducting routine fire hydrant flushing within the whole Town. This essential maintenance is necessary to clear sediment, ensure fire hydrants are fully operational and verify adequate water flow and pressure for firefighting operations.

Schedule & Timing

Fire hydrant flushing will take place on July 26^th, 27^th, August 23^rd, 24^th, September 20^th, 21^st. Flushing will be done overnight starting around 11PM to prevent disruption in water quality and pressure as much as possible.

What to Expect

• Temporary Discoloration: You may experience cloudy, rust-colored or discolored water. This is caused by unsettled sediment in the water mains and is temporary
• Reduced Water Pressure: You may notice a temporary drop in water pressure while crews are working nearby
• Safety: While discolored water is aesthetically unpleasant, it does not pose a health risk

Minimizing Disruption

• Timing: The Town understands this process may be annoying so flushing will be start around 11PM and go into the early hours of the next day to prevent disruption in water quality and pressure as much as possible
• Avoid Laundry: We strongly recommend to avoid doing laundry especially whites or light-colored clothing during flushing hours to prevent staining
• Clear your lines: If you experience discolored water, run your cold water tap from your lowest level faucet for 5-10 minutes or unit it runs clear

If your discolored water does not clear up after running the cold water, please wait 1-2 hours and try again.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or experience water quality issues lasting more then 24 hours, please contact the Water and Sewer Systems Supervisor at watersewer@newfieldny.org or at (607)327-1751.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we perform this important maintenance to keep our water system in top condition. 

Sincerely,

Troy Pickard

Water and Sewer Systems Supervisor

Town of Newfield

watersewer@newfieldny.org

(607)327-1751