HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL NR 2021-05-26 Utilities Department to Begin Regular Maintenance on Water System Infrastructure
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
May 26, 2021
Media Contact:
Leah Kosin, Assistant Public Information Officer
lkosin@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2781
Utilities Department to Begin Regular Maintenance on Water
System Infrastructure
Valve exercising will take place from June to November 2021.
Leesburg, VA (May 26, 2021) – Beginning June 1, the Town of Leesburg’s Utilities Department
will be conducting its annual Water Valve Exercising Program, which helps to assure system
reliability and water quality by operating valves.
This process involves closing and reopening the valves on water mains throughout the
distribution area. Town crews will “exercise” (close and reopen) each valve, operating the valve
through a full cycle and returning it to its normal position. In areas where valves are being
closed, fire hydrants will be opened to ensure that the water in the main line remains c lear.
Customers may experience some sediment or discolored water following the closing and
opening of the water valves. If customers notice cloudy or discolored water, the Utilities
Department recommends running several cold water taps at full force for a period of one to
two minutes, until the cloudiness or discoloration disappears. It may be necessary to repeat this
process after 30 minutes. In addition, the closing and opening of valves may introduce air into
water lines which can cause temporary erratic water flow.
The Water Valve Exercise Program will take place from June to November between the hours of
7 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you have any questions regarding the program, or
have any concerns about water quality, please call the Leesburg Utilities Department at 703-
737-7075. For after-hour emergencies, please call the Leesburg Police Department at 703-771-
4500.
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