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Emergency Water Main Break Information
Why do they happen? Main breaks happen due to various reasons and are a normal part of operations in any water utility. Temperature changes or overly dry or wet weather can cause the ground to shift. This results in breaks to the main water pipes. The age of the main or sudden fluctuations in the pressure may also cause a break.
How long will the repair be? Repairing a main water line typically takes time, therefore it is difficult to provide an estimated time when service will be restored. There are several factors in the time it takes to fix a broken line: Size of the Line: Larger lines may take more time to replace. Type of Break: Pipe sheers, pipe split, or complete blow outs. These repairs each have a different repair process.Location: If the line is buried deep or in a hard-to-reach area, it may take longer. Soil Conditions: Rocky or compacted soil can slow down the excavation process. Frost can be very hard to dig through as well. Weather Conditions: Adverse weather can delay work.
Why is my water discolored? Although the water can appear discolored in these situations it is still safe for use/consumption. The discoloration is generally caused by high velocities and reversed flows scouring iron deposits, which gives it the brownish/red color. Despite the color and possible presence of particulates, our water still meets the Canadian drinking water standards including proper disinfection.
Why is my water milky after the water main break? “Milky” or cloudy water is caused by tiny bubbles of air in the water. These bubbles do not make the water unsafe to drink and will rise to the top of a glass of water if you let the water sit for a few minutes. Air can enter the pipes when a water main break is being repaired.
How long should I run water after a water main break? Flush Your Pipes - After the water main is repaired, open all fixtures and allow water to run until it is clear. Start by opening the cold-water faucets and allow them to run for at least 1 minutes after they run clear.
Please note: That a watermain break can cause the whole utility to have discoloration which can take hours to subside.If Hydrants are used for Firefighting this too can cause discolorations in the system due to the volume of water being drawn creating pressure fluctuations stirring up the water.