City of Faribault issued the following announcement on Sept. 16.
Watermains in Faribault will be flushed the week of Sept. 27-30, 2020, on four separate nights, weather pending.
Watermains are routinely flushed to clean the distribution system. Residents are advised to avoid or limit water usage during the flushing period and check for discoloration prior to using water for laundry purposes. If discoloration exists, residents should run the cold water tap until it becomes clear. It is recommended that residents shut water off at the meter to avoid drawing in rust, particles, or other debris that is being flushed from the lines. All flushing will be done between the hours of 7 p.m. and 5 a.m.
FLUSHING SCHEDULE
Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020 – ZONE 1 - North of 7th Street NW, East of 8th Avenue NW to the Cannon River at 16th Street NW, including entire east side of the Straight Riv.
Monday, Sept. 28, 2020 – ZONE 2 - South of 7th Street NW, East of 9th Avenue NW and SW, West of the Straight River.
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020 – ZONE 3 - South of 7th Street NW, West of 9th Avenue NW & 9th Avenue SW
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020 – ZONE 4 - North of 7th St. NW, West of 8th Avenue NW, North of the Cannon River to North of 20th St NW
Are you not sure what zone you are in? Click here to view an interactive map. Type in your address to view the date that flushing will take place in your neighborhood. To view a PDF map of the above-listed zones, click here.
Original source can be found here.
Source: City of Faribault
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