HomeMy Public PortalAbout20200811084303788Gerald S. Mee Jr.
Superintendent
August 11, 2020
TOWN OF WATERTOWN
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (P) 617-972-6420
124 ORCHARD STREET (F) 617-972-6402
WATERTOWN MA 02472
UPCOMING WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
Oak Street
The Watertown Department of Public Works, through its contractor, Commonwealth Construction, Inc., will be
replacing the water mains on Oak Street, beginning Monday, August 17, 2020. The scope of work includes
replacement and upgrade of the water main, upgrades to water main services from the main to the curb stop,
hydrants, and other miscellaneous work on these streets.
A temporary by-pass system to provide water during construction will be installed before the actual
construction begins. Water will be supplied to homes at all times throughout the project duration using this
temporary by-pass piping. All homes either serviced by and or/providing water to this temporary system will
not be billed for water consumption during the course of this project.
The contractor will need access to your basement to complete connection of the by-pass. You will be notified
when access for the connection is required. All of the contractor's personnel have been instructed to operate
in full compliance with the State of Massachusetts Department of Public Health's COVID-19 guidelines with
respect to social distancing and personal protective equipment.
During construction efforts will be taken to avoid and reduce any inconveniences or interruptions to your water
service, however you should be aware of the following tasks which may cause you a temporary disturbance:
• Temporary water bypass piping and hoses will be installed along the sides of the street. Please watch
your step when walking, and please be careful when driving near temporary piping to avoid
damage to your tires.
• Basement access may be required to provide temporary water service to your residence. You will
receive a notification in advance of this work.
• During the course of this work, you may experience short periods of discoloration and reduced pressure.
You will be notified of any planned water system shutdown procedure 48 hours beforehand..
• On -street parking will not be allowed near the work area during this period; however access to
driveways will be maintained. Roads around the work area will be closed to through traffic.
• The expected work hours on are from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
More information, including Frequently Asked Questions, can be found on the DPW website at:
http://www.watertowndpw.org/208/Water-Main-Replacement-2020.
If you have any issues throughout this project, please contact Christopher DiStefano, Superintendent, of
Commonwealth Construction & Utilities Inc. at 978-760-1230 and for general questions you may also contact
DPW at 617-972-6420 or by email at dpwdept(a-)-watertown-ma.gov.
Gerald S. Mee, Jr.
Superintendent of Public Works