#Water main break update#

This comes after the City provided TCEQ with testing results on Gatesville water, and the. The Department of Public Service, 1600 N Campbell Rd, has a product, at no charge, that will take out the stain. Public Service is open M - F 7:30 a.m. Coryell County, Texas ( FOX 44) UPDATE: The Gatesville Police and Fire Departments announced Friday morning that residents who receive their water from the City can return to the Stage 1 Drought Contingency Plan. We ask that you do not do the wash as it could discolor the fabric. For example, if a city employee’s actions caused a main break that flooded. In some instances, a municipality might be considered liable. Damaged supply lines and property are the property owner’s responsibility. Damage to streets and curbs caused by a main break are the city’s responsibility. Once the water is clear you may return to normal use. The answer depends on where the damage occurs. North Geddes Street at Erie Boulevard West is still closed while the water main is being repaired.

#Water main break update#

Please try the cold water faucet closest to the meter (usually in the basement) and let it run for 20 seconds, if the water is still discolored do not use the water for 30 - 45 minutes and try again. Update 11:20 a.m.: Crews are working to repair the water main break Saturday morning. To speed the process we ask that you DO NOT use the water (this keeps the sediment stirred up). After work is completed the sediment will settle down. Notices will remain on the page for 24 hours past the anticipated resolution time. Water Interruption due to Maintenance Work. However, please do not do any wash or run your hot water (see below). Water Interruption due to a Break in the Pipe. The water is safe to use, but if you are uncomfortable you may boil for 10 minutes. Above is an example of sediment in an old pipe. If you experience discolored water it's usually due to sediment being stirred up when there's a large draw of water, either from a water main break or a fire hydrant being used. A main break occurs any time water begins escaping from a main (the underground pipe that distributes water throughout the Village).