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2024 Annual Flushing Notice

Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) will begin its annual hydrant flushing throughout its service area, weather permitting, starting Monday, April 15, 2024. Flushing will take place between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm on weekdays (except holidays) and is anticipated to be completed by November.

The purpose of this exercise is to ensure adequate water supply by removing accumulated sediment and maintaining the proper flow of water. During the flushing process, customers may experience temporary discoloration of their tap water and/or reduced water pressure. This discoloration is caused by sediment and minerals that have accumulated in the water mains over time. PVWC advises residents to refrain from doing laundry during the flushing period and to wait until the water runs clear before drinking or cooking with it. After flushing, customers experiencing discoloration are encouraged run their cold taps until the water is clear.

Stay informed of PVWC-related activity by registering to our free notification system by visiting https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=pvwc.

2024 Paterson Flushing Schedule

Date	Zone	Time of Flushing	Street Names
4/25/2024 – 4/26/2024	Paterson Zone 1	8am-10pm	Maitland Ave
			Elberon Ave
			Emerson Ave
			Burlington Ave
			Arlington Ave
			Lexington Ave
			Lenox Ave
			Richmond Ave
			Berkshire Ave
			Don Bosco Ave
			Wayne Ave
			Liberty St
			Maple St
			Front St
			Walker St
			Hoxey St
			Rockland St
			Henderson St
			Howard St
			Dayton St
			Caldwell Ave
			Dixon Ave
			Carlisle Ave
			Webster Ave
			Danforth Ave
			Glover Ave
			Ramsey St
			Grand St