Baker City hydrants being tested, flushing to start April 25
By Shannon Weidemann (McKone) on Friday, April 22nd, 2022 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
BAKER CITY – (Release from Baker City Public Works) The Baker City Public Works Department will begin its annual fire hydrant testing and waterline flushing Monday, April 25, 2022. It is expected that the testing will continue forapproximately two to three weeks. This required testing is done annually to flush sediment from the system and ensure all hydrants are functioning properly and are delivering water at the correct pressure and volume.
Through this testing/flushing process, small silt-like particles may become “stirred up” in the lines.
These are particles that have settled in less active water lines. This accumulation of sediment may cause water clarity problems. If you do experience water clarity problems, turn on a cold-water faucet outside and let it run until it clears. Any further problems may be addressed to Baker City Public Works Department. If you are using a water filtration system in your home, please remember to clean the screen to restore full water flow. If your water continues to be cloudy you maycontact the Baker City Water Department at (541) 523-6541
