Water Main Flushing Scheduled For June In Wilsonville

From Wilsonville PWD: In June, Wilsonville’s Public Works Department is flushing the City’s main water lines to remove naturally occurring mineral deposits from pipes.

Annual flushing ensures optimal water quality and helps to maintain the infrastructure by exercising hydrants, valves and blow-off assemblies. Flushing is scheduled in three phases on weekdays during the following dates:

• June 4-19: north of the Willamette River and south of Boeckman Road
• June 20-25: north of Boeckman Road
• June 26-29: all areas south of the Willamette River (Charbonneau)

Water flushed out of the system may appear to be orange or rust-colored, and residents may notice discolored water inside their homes. The discolored water, caused by iron deposits, poses no public health risk.

This water is safe to use and consume, though residents are encouraged to avoid washing white and light-colored laundry while discoloration persists.

To remove discolored water from pipes, residents may:

• Run cold water faucets for several minutes
• Flush toilets multiple times

Water should resume running clear within minutes.

The City is completing some flushing activities at night to minimize traffic congestion on major roadways.

For the safety of workers, community members should slow when passing and provide utility crews with plenty of room to work safely.

For more information about the City’s annual water main flushing, call the Public Works Department at 503-570-4092.

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