In 2023, Illinois American Water invested $297 million in water and wastewater system infrastructure replacement and enhancements throughout the state. This work included installing new pipes, pumps, hydrants, valves, lift stations, water treatment.
Beginning Aug. 30, 2021, maintenance of the fire hydrant systems in Bolingbrook, Lemont, Romeoville and Woodridge, the Santa Fe service area, will occur and continue throughout the Fall. During this period, fire hydrants will be evaluated for functionality, repaired when necessary, and flushed
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Illinois American Water to Conduct Annual Water System Maintenance Program in Des Plaines (Provided by Illinois American Water ) Beginning June 8, 2021, maintenance of the fire hydrant system in Des Plaines will occur and continue throughout the Fall. During this period, fire hydrants will be evaluated for functionality, repaired when necessary, and flushed. The process of periodically flushing hydrants is essential in identifying fire hydrants in need of repair and maintaining optimal water quality throughout the potable water distribution system.
Through the discharge of water from the fire hydrant(s), water flow rates are increased to provide a scouring effect that removes mineral deposits that may accumulate in the water main. While the majority of mineral deposits are removed from the hydrant discharge, it is not uncommon for customers to experience a temporary discoloration of water within their residence or dwelling. The removal of these deposits is critical in main