Residents May See Sediment, Discoloration In Leesburg Water As The Town Flushes Mains

LEESBURG, VA — The Town of Leesburg plans to flush its water mains from April 1 to June 30. The preventative maintenance helps maintain water quality and prevent contamination from bacteria.

Water from Leesburg taps will still be safe to drink, officials said in a news release. However, some residents might notice discoloration or sediment in the water coming from their taps.

If a resident notices discoloration in their water, town officials recommended avoiding doing laundry until the water returns to its normal color. Flushing may also cause air to enter the water, creating an erratic flow from taps. If this happens, officials recommended running the cold water tap until the stream returns to normal.

The town will flush its water mains by opening fire hydrants in neighborhoods. This allows water to flow freely for a short amount of time.

The flushing cleans out sediment, removes air from the water mains, and regulates chlorine levels. Flushing reduces the chances of biological contamination in the water supply.

More information about water and other utilities in the Town of Leesburg is available online.