Starting today, the City of Germantown begins its annual spring fire hydrant flushing program, which will take place in neighborhoods Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. According to a statement on the city's official website, this undertaking is a crucial step in maintaining the integrity of the city's water distribution system.
Rogers Hydrant Service will handle the flushing, commencing their work near the Southern Avenue Water Treatment Plant. They intend to systematically proceed through the city, testing and evaluating almost 3,000 fire hydrants to keep the community both safe and compliant with Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and Insurance Services Office (ISO) standards. For those accustomed to clear water, be advised: the flushing may temporarily discolor water or cause minor fluctuations in pressure.
The City's Public Works and Fire departments need to know the hydrants will perform when called upon, whether that's for quenching a blaze or sustaining the standards of public health. Should your taps run brown, the city has a simple remedy: "If discoloration occurs, residents are advised to run a cold water tap for several minutes until the water clears," as per the Germantown Public Works' guidance. For those seeking more information or experiencing ongoing water clarity issues, Public Works can be reached at (901) 757-7350, as detailed by the City of Germantown.
