Alleghany County Announces Spring 2025 Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule   Low Moor, VA (March 6, 2025) - The Alleghany County Public Works Department will be conducting its semi-annual fire hydrant flushing program beginning May 5, 2025. This routine maintenance is essential for maintaining water quality and ensuring proper operation of fire hydrants throughout the county. Schedule for May 2025 Week 1: Monday, May 5: Rosedale and Westwood Tuesday, May 6: Callaghan Wednesday, May 7: Callaghan Thursday, May 8: Intervale and Clearview Estates Friday, May 9: Clearview Estates and Clearwater Park Week 2: Monday, May 12: Clearwater Park and Dunbrack Road Week 3: Monday, May 19: Cliftondale Park Tuesday, May 20: Douthat Road Wednesday, May 21: Longdale Furnace Road Thursday, May 22: McKinney Hollow and Riverland Road Friday, May 23: Forty-Two Road and Nicelytown Road Week 4: Tuesday, May 27: Selma and Low Moor Wednesday, May 28: Valley Ridge What Residents Should Know During hydrant flushing, residents in affected areas may experience temporary discoloration of water and fluctuations in water pressure. This discoloration, though not harmful, may stain laundry. Residents are advised to: Check water clarity before doing laundry or using hot water If discoloration occurs, run cold water in faucets for a few minutes until the water clears Avoid using hot water until the cold water runs clear Consider storing drinking water ahead of the scheduled flushing in your area Why We Flush Hydrants Hydrant flushing is a critical maintenance procedure that: Removes sediment from water mains Verifies proper operation of fire hydrants Helps maintain water quality Identifies weaknesses in the water distribution system The Public Works Department appreciates residents' patience during this important maintenance work. For more information or if you experience prolonged water discoloration, please contact the Public Works Department at (540) 863-6650.

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