Pittsfield Announces Phase Three of Spring Hydrant Flushing Schedule
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The City of Pittsfield's water system will begin phase three of its spring flushing schedule on Monday, May 5.
Water mains will be flushed Monday through Friday each week, excluding holidays, between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. This phase is anticipated to last from May 5 to May 9.
On Monday only, early morning flushing will also occur from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. The affected area includes South Street from the intersection of South Street and East Housatonic Street to Park Square; North Street from Park Square to Wahconah Street; and Wahconah Street from North Street to Charles Street.
Flushing is expected to affect the following areas:
- Various locations along Park, King, and Onota streets near Von Nida Street, Walnut Street, Fort Hill Avenue, South Street, and Velma Avenue.
- All of West Housatonic Street from South Street to Callahan Drive and all adjacent neighborhood streets, including Boylston Street, Cadwell Road, and Lebanon and Cole avenues.
- West Street from Park Square to Fort Hill Avenue and all connecting neighborhood streets.
- Several locations along Center Street, Valentine Road, Pecks Road, Thomas Island, Upper North and outer Wahconah streets, Lakeway Drive, and Linden Street.
- Hancock Road starting at the North Street intersection, encompassing the Highland and Ridge Avenue neighborhoods.
The city's Office of the Mayor stated that while flushing may cause temporary discolored water and reduced water pressure in the immediate vicinity of the flushing, measures will be taken to maintain proper treatment and disinfection levels within the water system. Residents who experience discolored water are advised to run their water for a short time until it clears before using it.
Residents experiencing persistent discolored water or low pressure are asked to contact the Water Department at (413) 499-9339.
The city noted that flushing is a standard operational procedure that plays a key role in maintaining water quality within the distribution system and expressed gratitude for residents' patience during this process.
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