Village: Hydrant Flushing Starts Monday

The will begin a six-week schedule of fire hydrant flushing starting on Monday, April 9.

The flushing will be done between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The six-week schedule will be complete Friday, May 18.

Flushing will begin on the west side of Weber Road starting Monday, April 9, and ending Friday, April 27. Starting Monday, April 30, flushing will begin on the east side of Weber Road, ending Friday, May 18.

The purpose of flushing is to remove sediment and mineral deposits that settle on the bottom of water mains and to verify proper operation of hydrants. Discolored water can be drawn into homes or businesses if water is used during or immediately after area water mains are flushed.

The discolored water results from naturally occurring minerals that will be dislodged during flushing. This mineralized water is not harmful to drink, but could cause laundry stains.

Residents with concerns about the water main flushing should call the Romeoville Public Works Department at 815-886-1870.