Illinois American Water to conduct annual water main and hydrant flushing

[October 20, 2011]  Illinois American Water will be flushing water mains and hydrants throughout the company's Lincoln District. Flushing will continue for several weeks and is expected to be completed in November.

Illinois American Water conducts an annual flushing program of its water distribution system to help ensure continued high-quality water service. Flushing the water system entails sending a rapid flow of water through the water mains. As part of the flushing program, fire hydrants are checked and operated to help ensure fire protection in the community.

While the flushing program is under way, customers may experience a temporary drop in water pressure or draw some discolored water for a short period of time. If this occurs, customers should simply let the water run briefly, and the situation should clear up on its own.

Anticipated flushing schedule for Illinois American Water's Lincoln District:

• Oct. 24 -- East of railroad tracks to Broadway

• Oct. 25 -- East of railroad tracks from Broadway to Omaha

• Oct. 26 -- East of railroad tracks from Omaha to Lincolnwood, including all of Mayfair

• Oct. 27 -- Between railroad tracks and Union from Decatur to Wichita

• Oct. 28 -- Between Wichita and Feldman and between Broadwell Drive and Second Street

• Oct. 31 -- Between Second Street and 10th Street

• Nov. 1 -- Between 10th Street and 22nd Street

• Nov. 2 -- Between 22nd Street and Lincoln Parkway, west of Lincoln Parkway and South of Fifth Street

• Nov. 3 -- West of Lincoln Parkway from Fifth Street to Woodlawn

• Nov. 4 -- West of Lincoln Parkway on Woodlawn to Interstate 55

For additional information, customers can visit www.illinoisamwater.com or contact Illinois American Water's customer service center 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-422-2782.

[Text from file received from Illinois American Water]