HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 21 - Spring Hydrant Flush 2016
City of Edina 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN 55424
Contact: Krystal Caron, Communications Coordinator
Phone 952-826-0347 kcaron@EdinaMN.gov EdinaMN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Spring Hydrant Flushing to Begin Last Week of April
Edina, Minn., April 21, 2016 – The City of Edina will perform its annual spring hydrant flush during the
weeks of April 25 and May 2. The hydrants on the east side of Highway 100 will be flushed during the week of
April 25 and hydrants on the west side of Highway 100 will be flushed during the week of May 2.
“We flush hydrants to help remove some of the material that settles in the water mains and to get fresh water
running through them. Over time, some of the solids tend to settle out due to less use,” explained Public
Works Coordinator Dave Goergen. “We also go through to check that all the hydrants and gate valves are
operational. This ensures that when we need them for an emergency, they are there and working.”
During the flush, some residents will receive rust-colored water that could stain laundry, but it is safe to drink.
Because the water system is a “looped system,” red water may appear anywhere in the Edina during either
flush. Residents should check for signs of discoloration prior to washing clothes. If the water is discolored when
the tap is turned on, simply run the water until it is clear. Residents who experience any rust stains in their
laundry, can pick up RoVer Rust Remover stain remover free of charge from the City’s Public Works & Park
Maintenance Facility, 7450 Metro Blvd.
Hydrants are flushed in both the spring and the fall. All hydrants are flushed during the spring flush, while the fall
process is more selective. Increased water usage during summer months keeps minerals suspended in the water
and moving through the system, therefore fewer flushes are needed in the fall. The City’s fall flush is scheduled
to begin on Sept. 12.
For more information, contact the Public Works Utilities Division at 952-826-0375.
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