Aquarion Water Company to Clean Mystic Water Mains Prior to Startup of New Water Interconnection

In preparation for startup of a new water interconnection with Groton Utilities on Route 1, Aquarion will begin a water main cleaning program on the Groton side of Mystic, the Aquarion Water Company announced today.

The water main cleaning will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23rd.  The streets in Mystic that will be affected by the water main cleaning are:

·         Allyn Street between Edgecomb and Route 1

·         Westward along Route 1 to Judson Avenue

·         Customers on side streets may also be affected

The new interconnection will be opened on Wednesday, July 24th to provide additional water for peak seasonal demands.  At that time, the flow of water will be reversed for the season.

At various times during water main cleaning and startup of the interconnection, water discoloration may occur.  This discoloration results from the temporary disturbance of the water flow, which stirs up naturally occurring minerals, such as iron and manganese.  Aquarion recommends customers store water in their refrigerators for drinking and cooking.  Customers should also refrain from washing laundry if water is discolored.  Prior to resuming use, customers should run their cold water faucets until the water appears clear.

We appreciate our customers’ understanding and patience.  For questions, please call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-732-9678.

About Aquarion Water Company:

Aquarion Water Company is the public water supply company for more than 625,000 people in 47 cities and towns throughout Connecticut, as well as serving customers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.  It is the largest investor-owned water utility in New England and among the seven largest in the U.S.  Based in Bridgeport, Conn., it has been in the public water supply business since 1857.  Across its operations, Aquarion strives to act as a responsible steward of the environment and to assist the communities it serves in promoting sustainable practices.  

For more information on Aquarion Water Company and its subsidiaries, please visit www.aquarionwater.com or www.facebook.com/aquarionwater.