West Newbury Water Department Announces Installation of New Water Valving Systems

WEST NEWBURY — Water Superintendent Michael Gootee would like to announce that a new water valving system will be installed in town this week.

 

On Thursday, September 8th, the West Newbury Water Department along with contractors will be installing a three-way valving system on the water main located in the entrance of Long Hill Orchard at 520 Main Street.

 

The excavation work is scheduled to begin around 3:30 p.m. and the water line is scheduled to be shut down around 7:00p.m until approximately 11:00 pm.  Water is expected to be offline for approximately 3-4 hours.

 

Once the valves have been installed, the Water Department will begin flushing the water main and then put the water system back in service.  Water may be discolored from shutting and opening valves and refilling water main.  Run the water in your home until it runs clear.  Refrain from doing laundry during the construction period.

 

On Friday, September 9th, the Water Department and contractors will begin installing a new water main across Main Street to the entrance of the subdivision.  Unless something unforeseen happens, the water will not be shut off again.

 

All residents located between the Library to the Page School will be affected, including those who reside on Main Street, Baileys Lane, Training Field and Coffin Street.

 

This notice has been posted on the Town and Water Department webpage at www.wnewbury.org.