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Annual Delta water main flushing on now

Flushing could cause discoloration and sediment in tap water
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Watermain flushing is happening now and will wrap up in May. (Black Press Media file photo)

The City of Delta is now conducting its annual water main flushing.

According to a news release from the city, the flushing process may result in “dirty water” showing sediment and discoloration. Residents and property owners experiencing dirty water are advised to run the cold-water tap at the highest point in their premises for approximately 20 minutes, or until it clears.

Should the problem persist, call the city at 604-946-4141 or submit a call for service online at delta.ca/your-government/contact-us/talk-to-delta.

Water main flushing in North Delta is scheduled for the dates:

• Feb. 5 to March 5: 86th Avenue to 96th Avenue, between 116th Street and Scott Road

• Feb. 5 to March 5: 86th Avenue to 72nd Avenue, between 116th Street and Scott Road

• March 5 to March 25: 96th Avenue to 84th Avenue and River Road to 116th Street

• March 26 to April 15: 72nd Avenue to Clark Drive, between 116th Street and Scott Road

• April 16 to May 6: 84th Avenue to 72nd Avenue, between 116th Street and Nordel Way

• May 7 to May 21: 72nd Avenue to Kittson Parkway, between 116th Street and Westview Drive.

Water main flushing in South Delta is scheduled for the dates:

• Feb. 5 to March 11: 0 Avenue to 18th Avenue east of 56th Street, including Centennial Beach

• Feb. 5 to March 4: Ladner Trunk Road to River Road, from 68th Street to Georgia Street

• March 5 to March 26: Ladner Trunk Road between 55B Street and Church Street, south to 36th Avenue

• March 12 to April 8: 0 Avenue to 18th Avenue west of 56th Street, including Tsawwassen Beach

• March 27 to April 2: Ladner Trunk Road between 55B Street and Anderson Place, south to 28th Avenue

In some cases, these dates and locations may be altered due to unforeseen circumstances.



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