Fire Hydrant & Sewer Main Flushing
Jessica Hehr • March 20, 2025
Flushing Fire Hydrants and Sewer Mains
Flushing of fire hydrants has started and will end tomorrow. Flushing of the sewer mains started today and will continue Monday through Friday, from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, for the next several weeks.
Fire Hydrant Flushing:
As part of routine maintenance, hydrants will be flushed to ensure proper function and clear sediment from the water lines. You may notice cloudy or discolored water during this process. While the water is safe, it may be unsettling. If you notice cloudy water, run the cold tap in your bathtub for several minutes. The larger faucet helps flush out sediment.
Sewer Main Flushing:
Sewer mains will also be flushed using high-pressure water (no chemicals) to maintain system performance.
What to Expect:
During the cleaning process, you can continue to use toilets, sinks, and other appliances. The air pressure in the sewer can create noise in the pipes and may cause water to splash out through toilets, sinks and drains. To prevent spills, it is advised to keep toilet lids closed and sink drains covered when not in use.
Short-term nuisance odors may occur during sewer cleaning. Opening windows for a few minutes, run water down sink and bathtub drains, flushing toilets and pouring water into floor drains can help clear odors.
Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain the quality and safety of our water and sewer systems!
Please follow the link to see the agenda - https://tinyurl.com/4r7zjdb5
Come out tomorrow for our Easter Egg Hunt. Remember to bring your own basket!
The Town of Magrath has received notification from Cardston County regarding an important infrastructure project that will impact local traffic and pathways. Please note the following details about the upcoming road and pathway closures: Closure Details: • The road at the intersection of Township Road 55A (4th St East) and HWY 5 will be closed. • The walking path at Range Road 221(our trail on the north end of Town at 4th St East) will also be closed for public safety during construction. Important Dates: • Closure Start Date: Monday, May 12, 2025 • Duration: The closures will remain in place throughout the summer. A reopening date will be announced when available. These closures are necessary to complete vital infrastructure and safety upgrades. Detour routes will be clearly marked, and we kindly ask that all travelers plan, use alternate routes, and allow extra travel time when needed. For a detailed map of the closure location, please refer to the attachment below. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this important work takes place to improve the areas infrastructure. Thank you!
