Flushing of the Water Mains
The Stanford Water Resources and Civil Infrastructure Group will flush the Stanford water distribution system during the estimated time period of October 9, 2023 through November 13, 2023. All flushing will take place on weekdays between 6 am and 4 pm.
This flushing program is a standard maintenance operation for water departments (typically conducted annually). A filtration and pump system will be utilized to minimize the water sent to the drainage system during the maintenance.
Flushing the mains may cause some slight but temporary reduction in water pressure and possible water discoloration. However, your water remains safe for drinking. If you observe sediment or coloration in water, continue to run the water until it is again clear.
The approximate schedule for flushing is as follows (see map):
- Zone 1 - Blue Area of Map (Residential area -- south of Campus Drive East and Mayfield Ave.) Estimated start and finish dates will be as follows: Start Monday, October 9th, end Friday, October 20th; weekdays between 6 am to 4 pm.
- Zone 3 – Green Area of Map (Area east of Campus Drive East – North of Bowdoin St. and East of Serra St. boundary.) Starts approximately Monday, October 23rd and ends approximately Friday, November 3rd; weekdays between 6 am to 4 pm.
- Zone 2 – Pink Area of Map (Central Campus and Academic areas -- approximately within Campus Drive loop, additionally north to Sand Hill Road and between Bowdoin St. and Mayfield Ave.) Starts approximately Monday, November 6th and ends approximately Friday, November 17th; daily 6 am to 4 pm.
For additional information, please call the Water Department at 650-723-1300 or Water Resources at 650-498-7279.
We appreciate your cooperation.
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