The Hackettstown Municipal Utilities Authority (HMUA) has announced it will begin flushing water mains and fire hydrants throughout the service area beginning Sunday, April 27.
The work will continue over several weeks and is part of routine system maintenance aimed at ensuring clean, clear water and proper hydrant functionality, according to the HMUA.
“This housecleaning is necessary to ensure that the water delivered to you is clear and sparkling and that fire hydrants operate properly in the event of a fire,” the HMUA said.
Flushing will generally take place between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. on scheduled evenings to minimize disruption to residents. However, daytime flushing is scheduled for May 8 and May 9 in specific high-pressure areas of Independence Township and Mount Olive Township.
During flushing in your area, water may appear rusty or discolored temporarily. HMUA advises residents to run cold water until it clears and to check your water before washing clothes—especially whites—during the flushing hours. The best time to wash clothes is anytime on Saturday and Sunday before 10 p.m.
Below is the flushing schedule by date and area:
- Sunday, April 27:
- Drakestown Rd, East Ave (Washington Twp), Indian Park Estates, Mine Hill Rd, Mountain Ave, Mountain Park II, Peachtree Village, Brittney Hills, Rt. 46 (East of East Ave), Rt. 57
- Monday, April 28:
- Esna Dr, Hastings Square, Newburgh Rd, Schooley’s Mountain Rd
- Tuesday, April 29:
- Alexandria Apts, Allen Rd, Harmony Lane, Kensington Estates, Laurel Ridge, Warren Village, Yorkshire Apts
- Wednesday, April 30:
- Diamond Hill, East Ave (Hackettstown), Kenwood Village, Mansfield Village Apts, Mountain Ave (North of East Ave), Riverside Apts, Van Dr, Victoria Village
- Sunday, May 4:
- Ashley Ave, Bilby Rd (Hackettstown), Brook Hollow Estates, and surrounding streets
- Monday, May 5:
- Beatty St (between Grand & Moore), Main St (Rt. 46 between Liberty St & East Ave), Mountain Ave (between Bell’s Lane & Rt. 46), and adjacent neighborhoods
- Tuesday, May 6:
- Beatty St (between Grand & Stiger), Rt. 46 (between High & Petersburg Rd), Hackettstown Crossing, and surrounding areas
- Wednesday, May 7:
- Bilby Rd (Independence), Countryside Apts, High St (Rt. 517), Oak Hill at Independence, and surrounding streets
- Thursday, May 8 (Daytime):
- Independence High Pressure Area – Petersburg Rd, Asbury Rd, Ketcham Rd, Vienna Hills Dr, Route 46, Laurel Court
- Friday, May 9 (Daytime):
- Mount Olive High Pressure Area – Winding Hill Dr, Drakestown Rd, Crestview Dr, Skylands Blvd, and surrounding neighborhoods
For questions, contact the HMUA at (908) 852-3622.
