Hydrant flushing in Pinedale
August 13, 2020
The Town of Pinedale is doing their annual water distribution system flushing program. The program typically takes around 10 days to complete. During this time, there will be hydrants around town open and flowing water. This annual maintenance is critical to the Town’s effort to deliver the safest and highest quality water possible.
They will begin flushing the main lines first, from the top of the distribution system, then move down the system to the south end of town. This flushing route is carefully planned to force any sediment to the end of the distribution system to be flushed out.
If you see a crew flushing the hydrant on your street, please avoid running tap water and using the washing machine or dishwasher until you see the flushing is done. When you see the crews in the area, please slow down and drive carefully.
After the flushing is over you may see temporary incidences of discolored water while the fine sediments that have been disturbed are flushed out. There is no health hazard associated with the discolored water. Shut off your water or just allow a few hours for the discoloration to dissipate. If your water pressure seems low, you may want to check the screens on your faucets or appliance supply lines to remove any trapped particles.
For any questions, contact Pinedale Town Hall at 307-367-4136.
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