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Hydrant Flushing Program

Fire hydrant with water coming out
Hydrant being flushed
NOTICE OF HYDRANT FLUSHING
October 16, 2023– October 26, 2023
8 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Thursday

 

The North Conway Water Precinct will conduct hydrant flushing beginning Monday, October 16th, 2023.

Flushing will begin at the south end of the system near Eagles Way and progress northward.

Hydrant flushing is an important part of routine preventive maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation of our pipes, valves, and hydrants, and to help maintain the exceptional water quality our customers enjoy.  Over time, sediment and corrosion within pipes can lead to poor water quality and reduced fire protection.  Our hydrant flushing program is designed to remove that sediment and corrosion from the pipes by creating high water velocities within the pipes to "pick up" and "flush" it from the system out of a fire hydrant.  This program also allows staff to inspect and operate hydrants and valves within the system that might otherwise sit untouched for decades, ensuring that they will operate as intended when we really need them.

Because of the nature of how flushing cleans the pipes, customers may experience pressure fluctuations and/or discoloration of the water during flushing.  To minimize impact to customers, we will be focusing our flushing activities between the hours of 8 AM and 12 PM, with some earlier activity possible within the Village limits.  We recommend not washing clothes and using hot water sparingly while flushing is occurring near your property.  If you experience discolored water, run your cold water tap until it clears.  During periods of discoloration, postpone washing clothes and limit your use of hot water until the cold water clears.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Superintendent Jason Gagnon at (603) 356-5382.

Schedule:

Week 1 (October 16, 2023):

  • White Mountain Highway (North from Pine Hill)
  • Eagles Way
  • Eastman Road
  • Sawmill Lane
  • Village Way
  • North - South Road
  • Mt. Valley Mall area
  • Settlers Green area
  • Barnes Road
  • Carol Ann Way

Week 2 (October 23, 2023):

  • Echo Acres
  • Amethyst Hill Road
  • Sunset Hill Road
  • Duprey Road
  • White Mountain Highway (South of Artist Falls Road)
  • Locust Lane
  • Valley View Road