The City of Penticton will commence its annual unidirectional water main flushing program within the municipal area, commencing the week of October 18 through to November 19, 2021.
The advantages of adopting unidirectional water main flushing result in significant system improvements and cost savings, including:
- increased water velocity, which promotes better pipeline scouring
- improved mineral and biological deposit removal
- taste and odour control
- reduction of turbidity
- elimination of waterline re-fouling
- reduced frequency of mainline flushing
- reduced water usage
- opportunity for infrastructure preventative maintenance (valve and hydrant exercising)
- cost savings over traditional flushing.
Residents are advised that the flushing program may result in their water supply showing sediment and discoloration. This sediment is bacterially harmless, however, it may cause some discoloration to laundry if not detected. To avoid any inconvenience, check water colour prior to using.
If residents do experience dirty water, run the cold water tap until the water clears up.
We thank residents for their cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience they experience.
For more information, please contact the Public Works Department at City Yards by phoninh 250-490-2500.