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Hydrant Flushing Schedule for Town of Normal

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Tom Davis
Oct 24, 2022 | 2:19 PM
Hydrant Flushing Schedule for Town of Normal


The Town of Normal announced dates for fire hydrant flushing. This maintenance removes sediment or stagnant water from the distribution system and tests fire hydrant operation. These steps improve the overall water quality within the distribution system and ensure delivery of the highest quality of water possible.

 

What residents can expect

As in the past, the water may become temporarily discolored. Residents should avoid washing clothes between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. while flushing is in progress. The following schedule provides the approximate day flushing will happen in areas throughout Normal:

  • 10/30 to 11/11/22 – Areas south of College Avenue.
  • 10/30 to 11/11/22 – Areas north of College Avenue east of Constitution Trail and south of Shelbourne Drive, including Beechwood Court, Basswood Lane, Heritage Road., Regal Drive, Collie Ridge and Tramore Subdivisions, as well as areas east of Veterans Parkway and south of Fort Jesse Road.
  • 10/30 to 11/11/22 – Areas between West College Avenue and Raab Road west of Constitution Trail.
  • 11/10 to 11/14/22 – Areas east of Veterans Parkway and north of Fort Jesse Road.
  • 11/12 to 11/20/22 – Areas west of Veterans Parkway and north of Raab Road, and the following subdivisions: Pines, Pheasant Ridge, Carriage Hills and Pinehurst.
  • 11/12 to 11/20/22 – Areas west of Main Street and north of Raab Road, as well as Heartland Ridge and Lincoln College.

Visit the Town-wide view of the Hydrant Flushing Map and to see when hydrant flushing will be performed in your area. Direct questions regarding hydrant flushing to the Water Department at 309-454-9563.

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER

The Town of Normal water department will soon begin fire hydrant flushing that may affect the lead content of your potable water supply.

Lead, a metal found in natural deposits, is harmful to human health. The most common exposure to lead is swallowing or breathing in lead paint chips and dust. However, lead in drinking water can also be a source of lead exposure. In the past, lead was used in some water service lines and household plumbing materials. Lead in water usually occurs through corrosion of plumbing products containing lead: however, disruption (construction or maintenance) of lead service lines may also temporarily increase lead levels in the water supply. This disruption may sometimes be caused by disturbances in the water system from hydrant flushing. Beginning June 19, 1986, new or replaced water service lines and new household plumbing materials could not contain more than 8% lead. In addition, on January 4, 2014, lead content was further reduced requiring plumbing materials to now be certified as “lead-free” (weighted average of the wetted surface cannot be more than 0.25% lead).

This notice is for informational purposes only. While it is not known for certain if flushing the water system will adversely affect lead (if present) in plumbing in and outside your home, the below information describes some preventative measures you can take to help reduce the amount of lead in drinking water.

Fire Hydrant Flushing Dates: Oct. 30 through Nov. 20, 2022

Project Location and Description: The entire water system for the Town will be flushed.

To reduce lead exposure in drinking water during hydrant flushing:

  • Run your water to flush out lead. If the plumbing in your home is accessible; you may be able to inspect it to determine whether you have a lead service line. Otherwise, you most likely need to hire a plumber.
    • If you do not have a lead service line, running the water for 1-2 minutes at the kitchen tap should clear the lead from your household plumbing to the kitchen tap. Once you have done this, fill a container with water and store it in the refrigerator for drinking, cooking and preparing baby formula throughout the day.
    • If you do have a lead service line, flushing times can vary based on the length of your service line and the plumbing configuration in your home. The length of lead service lines varies considerably. Flushing for at least 3-5 minutes is recommended.
  • Use cold water for drinking, cooking, and preparing baby formula. Do not cook with or drink water from the hot water tap. Lead dissolves more easily in hot water. Do not use water from hot water tap to make baby formula.
  • Look for alternative sources or treatment of water. Consider purchasing bottled water or a water filter certified to remove total lead.
  • Clean and remove any debris from faucet aerators on a regular basis.
  • Do not boil water to remove lead. This will not reduce lead.
  • Purchase lead-free faucets and plumbing components.
  • Remove the entire lead service line.
  • Test your water for lead. Call us at 309-454-9563 to find out how to get your water tested for lead.
    • While the Town of Normal Water Department does not do the testing, we can provide a list of certified laboratories.
    • Learn more about lead information and review a list of certified laboratories.
    • Laboratories will send bottles for sample collection. Please note the Town is not affiliated with the laboratories and they will charge a fee.
    • If test results indicate a lead level above 15 parts per billion, bottled water should be used for pregnant women, breast feeding women, young children and formula-fed infants.
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