Public Works Department To Flush Water Lines In June

WILSONVILLE, OR — City officials on Thursday announced the Public Works Department will conduct its annual water lines maintenance throughout June.

Beginning June 1, three phases of water line flushing will take place across the city, officials said. The annual flushing removes naturally occurring mineral deposits from the city's pipes, officials said, noting how the process ensures "optimal water quality for Wilsonville's residents and helps verify operational readiness of hydrants, valves, and blow-off assemblies."

Following each completed phase, residents in the affected area will likely notice a rust-color appear in their water. This is normal, officials said, and shouldn't be considered dangerous. However, running taps for a few minutes and flushing toilets a couple times should clear the water stream, officials said.

The waterline flushing phases will occur as follows:

• From June 1 to June 16, all areas north of the Willamette River and south of Boeckman Road;
• From June 19 to June 23, all areas north of Boeckman Road; and
• From June 26 to June 30, all areas south of the Willamette River (in the Charbonneau area).

For more information on the annual flushing, contact the Public Works Department at 503-570-4092.

Photo Courtesy: City of Wilsonville