Suez to Do Manalapan Hydrant Testing, Water Main Flushing

MANALAPAN, NJ - Beginning on or about Wednesday, April 12, SUEZ will begin its comprehensive water main maintenance and fire hydrant testing program throughout Manalapan Township. The program is expected to last through Thursday, April 27, weather permitting. The daily flushing program will begin at approximately 9 a.m. and conclude at 3:30 p.m. There will be no weekend flushing.

Crews will work April 12 through April 17 in the Tracey Station and Millhurst sections of the Township; work will continue April 18 through April 20 in the Four Seasons, Meadow Creek and Knob Hill sections of the Township; and from April 25 through April 27 in the Battleground and Lambs Lane sections of the Township.

If residential and business customers observe SUEZ crews working on streets where their homes and offices are located, the company advises not to use tap water, washing machines or dishwashers until the brief activity is completed.

“Fire hydrants are essential in providing water for fire protection and also serve a critical role in ensuring that SUEZ customers receive reliable, quality water service at their homes and businesses,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Director of Operations. “Fire hydrants are necessary to flush the underground water system which improves water quality by removing mineral and sediment deposits that have accumulated over time."

During testing operations, customers may experience temporary incidences of low pressure or volume and slight discoloration or cloudiness of tap water. It is best to shut the water off then check clarity by running cold tap water for a few minutes, which allows new water to work its way through the pipes.

SUEZ typically conducts water maintenance and fire hydrant testing twice a year, in the spring and fall, using a high velocity flow of water in the opposite direction of natural flow to keep the water mains clean and fresh.