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Hydrant Flushing
The City of Bowie Public Works Department performs fire hydrant flushing and testing in areas served by City water twice a year. Typically the spring flush is in late March/early April, and the fall flush begins in late September. It usually take about four to five weeks to complete the full schedule.
Spring 2023 Hydrant Flushing Schedule
Hydrant flushing will begin on Monday, April 3, 2023 and will take place Monday through Friday from approximately 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. in accordance with the following schedule:
Spring 2023 Hydrant Flushing Schedule | |
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APRIL 3 & 4 | Buckingham, Derbyshire & Forest Drive |
APRIL 5, 6 & 7 | Somerset & Bowie Forest |
APRIL 10 & 11 | Tulip Grove |
APRIL 12 & 13 | Foxhill & Long Ridge |
APRIL 17, 18 & 19 | Kenilworth |
APRIL 20 | Heather Hills |
APRIL 24, 25 & 26 | Meadowbrook |
APRIL 27 | Gradys Walk & Glenridge |
APRIL 28 | Chapel Forge |
MAY 1 | Victoria Heights & Race Track Rd Townhouses |
MAY 2 | Idlewild |
MAY 3 | Yorktown & Overbrook |
MAY 8, 9 & 10 | Whitehall & Rockledge |
Printable Copy of Spring 2023 Hydrant Flushing Schedule (PDF)
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Learn more about the Hydrant Flushing process and why we flush the pipes by watching this video produced in Spring 2019.
Water Discoloration
Some discoloration of your water may occur and clothes washing is discouraged. If your clothes become discolored, keep them wet and re-wash them using a rust remover. Rust remover will be available at no cost from City Hall and Public Works offices.
The water is safe for drinking and bathing even though it may be discolored. The discoloration is a result of rust and sediment build up in the water lines and is not harmful. The discoloration should clear in approximately 24 hours. Since the City water mains are all interconnected, flushing of hydrants in adjacent sections could affect your water as well.
Additional Information
For more information or questions about hydrant flushing, please contact Public Works by phone 301-809-2344 or email.
Contact Us
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Water Treatment Plant
Nicholas Nosacek, Superintendent
301-809-3060
emailHours:
Monday - Friday
7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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