The purpose of Unidirectional Flushing is to ensure proper pipe cleaning by controlling the direction of water flow to the designated flow hydrant using the main valves to utilize the greatest water velocity available in the system. Water flows through the pipe picking up any settled deposits and discharge them out of a hydrant. This cleans the pipe which will improve the water quality as well as the volume of the water the pipe can convey.
During the flushing process consumers may find that the water is more turbid and has a higher chlorine level, if this occurs allow the system to settle and run a faucet until the problem clears itself. If the water does not immediately improve call City Hall for assistance. 306-634-1800
High pressure sewer jetting is a method of cleaning sewer lines using high pressure water. A jet/vac truck powers a high pressure water pump that scrubs the sewer lines at the same time it vacuums up the washed out particles.
This procedure maintains the ability of the mains to convey the sewage safely to the treatment process.
Residents are encouraged to cap floor drains when this procedure is done in your area as a precaution. Public announcements will be made when your area will be undergoing flushing.
Call City Hall if you have questions or need assistance with water flushing. 306-634-1800
If you suspect a plugged sewer, first verify the plug is not an internal issue; such as a plugged toilet, sink or washing machine. If the sink is plugged everything else in your home would work. If it is, you would need a plumber.
If it is not, please call City Hall at 306-634-1800 to book a service call
What you can do to help;
• Main cleanout cap needs to be loose when crews arrive.
• All water and debris must be cleaned up in work area.
• Someone of the age of 18 must be home to let City Staff into your house.
• Do not use toilets or sinks. Water sent down the drain will likely end up in your house.
In the case of a Drinking Water advisory a door hanger will be hung on front door or mailboxes of affected areas. It will let you know that work is being conducted on the water supply system in your area, and that the City is advising you to boil water until the work is completed and lab tests confirm that the water is safe to consume. It will include information about boiling water, what to expect and contact information if you should have any questions.
Once all lab tests are complete a Drinking Water Advisory Lifted Notice will let you know that water is safe to drink.
If you receive a Drinking Water Advisory to your home or business, it means that the City if conducing work on the water supply system in your area. The water supply will be shut off for a period of time; it could be turned back on within a few hours. It is important that until you received a Drinking Water Advisory Lifted Notice you will be advised to boil your water prior to drinking or undertaking any activity where water can be ingested. This includes:
Please note that home filtrations systems are effective in filtering some impurities, they do not disinfect the water of bacteria. The only way to effectively kill bacteria in water is to boil the water.
To boil water safely follow these instructions:
In addition:
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