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Phone: (541) 475-3849
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm Friday 8:00am- 3:00pm
Location: 881 SW Culver Highway Madras, OR 97741
NOTICE
Annual Hydrant Flushing Program Underway
The Water District will be conducting routine hydrant flushing throughout the service area over the coming weeks as part of our ongoing water system maintenance program. Hydrant flushing is an important process that helps maintain water quality and system reliability by moving water through the mains at high velocity. This removes naturally occurring sediment and mineral buildup that can accumulate in pipes over time.
Why We Flush Hydrants
Routine flushing provides several important benefits, including:
- Improving overall water quality and clarity
- Verifying hydrants are operating correctly for fire protection
- Identifying potential maintenance needs within the distribution system
- Ensuring reliable water flow for customers and emergency services
What Customers May Notice
During flushing activities, customers in nearby areas may temporarily experience:
- Slight discoloration of water
- Reduced water pressure
- Brief periods of cloudy water
These conditions are temporary and do not present a health risk. If discoloration occurs, customers are encouraged to run cold water from a faucet for several minutes until the water clears.
Flushing Schedule
Crews will typically perform flushing during daytime hours. Work will move throughout the district and may continue for several weeks depending on system conditions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete this important maintenance activity to help ensure safe, reliable water service for all customers.
For questions or additional information, please contact the District office at 541-475-3849
Water Saving Tips
Inside Tips:
Use water saver Faucet Adapters. Come see us in person at the DVWD office. We are giving away 2 adapters per customer while supplies last.
Keep drinking water in the fridge, Instead of running the tap until the water turns cold, keep a pitcher on hand in the fridge. This way, no water goes down the drain.
Turn off the water faucet while brushing your teeth.
Outside Tips:
Set irrigation timers to water during the coolest part of the day (typically early morning or late evening) to minimize evaporation. Avoid mid-day watering.
Adjust your sprinklers, they should water your lawn and garden, not the street or sidewalk.
Adjust your mower to a higher setting: A taller lawn provides shade to the roots and helps retain soil moisture, so your lawn needs less water.
For more water tips please visit epa.gov/watersense
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Serving Central Oregon Since 1919
Our mission is to provide safe and good tasting drinking water at a reasonable cost to existing and future District patrons while continuing a high level of customer service.
