Gilbert residents, be prepared to see a temporary change in your water's clarity. The Public Works Department is marching forward with their water system project, tagged CIP Project WA1614 Transmission Main Assessment Phase 3. This initiative, still in its design phase, promises to fortify the town's water infrastructure. Specifically, the project aims to overhaul transmission mains, which are the large pipelines that serve as the lifeblood of Gilbert's water supply, as reported by the Town of Gilbert.
Starting in February and stretching into March 2025, testing will be occurring along Higley Road – from Guadalupe Road up to Ocotillo Road. As the valves undergo these tests, residents may find themselves briefly facing cloudy or discolored tap water, as detailed by the Town of Gilbert.
If you're curious about when and where these tests will happen, here's the schedule: "February 3-7: North to South (Elliot to Frye) East to West (Recker to Val Vista)," "February 18-21: North to South (Baseline to Ray) East to West (Recker to Val Vista)," "March 3-7: North to South (Pecos to Chandler Heights) East to West (Recker to Val Vista)," and "March 17-21: North to South (Ray to Ocotillo) East to West (Recker to Val Vista)," as stated by the Town of Gilbert.
Notifications will be sent out via Gilbert 311 and Nextdoor 2-3 days before testing hits your area. If your water does look suspiciously brown, the discoloration should settle after a few hours. Should it persist, the Public Works Department encourages you to reach out at (480) 503-6400 or through Gilbert 311, selecting the "Water - Quality Brown Water" category. Their team will be ready to swoop in and make sure your water clarity is restored to normal, according to an announcement on the town's official website.
