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Emergency Water Shutdown Issued for Lockwood Drive Area

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Emergency Water Shutdown Issued for Lockwood Drive Area
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An emergency water shutdown was issued for Lockwood Drive between Washington Boulevard and Porter Avenue due to a pipeline requiring immediate repair. The outage included Ogden Avenue up to the dead end.

Key takeaways

  • An emergency pipeline repair caused a water shutdown on Lockwood Drive.
  • The outage affected hydrants and potentially caused water discoloration.
  • Service restoration was estimated for 4:00 PM on July 15, 2026.
  • Residents were advised to flush cold water lines and avoid hot water use during discoloration.

An emergency water shutdown occurred on July 15, 2026, because a pipeline required immediate repair. The affected area included Lockwood Drive from Washington Boulevard and Porter Avenue, as well as Ogden Avenue up to the dead end.

The shutdown impacted hydrants in the area and carried the potential for discolored water. Officials recommended that residents run cold water faucets in bathtubs until the water cleared to help flush home lines.

During the period of discoloration, it was recommended that residents avoid using hot water and refrain from washing light colored laundry until the water ran clear.

Service restoration was estimated for 4:00 PM on July 15, 2026. Water crews planned to flush lines in the area once emergency repairs were finished, and residents were asked to provide notification if discolored water persisted.

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