Hydrant Flushing 2009
Hydrant Flushing
Why are hydrants flushed?
Periodically, you will see Water Department personnel releasing water from hydrants. Hydrant flushing is necessary to test the hydrants to make sure adequate flow and pressure is available. Flushing is also done to remove sediment from the pipes in order to maintain water clarity and quality in the distribution pipes.
Is my water safe to drink after flushing?
Your water is safe to drink. Occasionally, water becomes discoloured after hydrant flushing. If this happens, run your cold water tap for a few minutes until the water clears. If it doesn’t clear the first time, wait a few minutes and run water again. You should avoid washing clothes until the
water clears.
When will hydrants be flushed in the Town of Tecumseh?
Water staff will be flushing hydrants during the month of May, Sunday through Friday between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
| Location | Date |
| Gauthier Drive to Manning Road; and Riverside Drive to Tecumseh Road |
Sunday, April 26th – Friday, May 1st |
| Manning to Brighton Road; Riverside Drive to Tecumseh Road; Tecumseh Road to County Road 22 (EC Row); and Banwell Road to Manning Road |
Sunday, May 3rd – Friday, May 8th |
| Lesperance to Banwell; Monday, E.C. Row Expressway to County Road 42; St. Mark to Brighton Road; and Riverside Drive to Tecumseh Road |
May 11th – Friday, May 15th |
| County Road 22 to Highway 401 Manning Road to Banwell Road |
Monday, May 19th – Friday, May 22nd |
Information regarding hydrant flushing will be updated on the website at www.tecumseh.ca and can also be obtained by contacting the Water department at
519-735-2184 extension 142 or 141.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Town of Tecumseh,
Water Services
