The annual flushing of hydrants has started in Beacon, the City Administrator Chris White announced during a City Council Meeting on April 24, 2023. “This is yearly maintenance to get sediment through the systems. And to check on hydrants to make sure they are functioning properly.” The process started April 24th and ends the week of May 15th.

The City Administrator addressed complaints regarding wasting water. “It isn't. It is necessary to maintain the system.” He added: “We are not doing all 600 fire hydrants,” he stated.

He gave tips on how to get through the brown water period that may happen to water in the areas where the flushing is happening, which was to run the cold water to let the brown water go through. He also suggested to avoid running a load of laundry at that time.

The location schedule of hydrant flushing can be found on the City’s website here. Residents who still have questions are instructed to call the City of Beacon Water Department at (845) 831-3136.