Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office, Division of Water and Waste Services (GCDC–WWS) announces commencement of a routine hydrant maintenance program for several Genesee County communities.
 

The hydrant winterization will begin September 23rd, and will occur between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. each day until all hydrants are completed.  Residents may experience temporary discoloration and pressure fluctuations while work is being completed in their vicinity.  No boil water notices are expected, and water quality will be maintained within normal parameters.
 

This type of maintenance is conducted every year by GCDC-WWS in communities where we maintain O&M services. Hydrant winterization will remove any existing water within the barrel of the hydrant, preventing the water from freezing over the winter months and causing damage to the hydrant and nearby water lines.  This work is part of a robust and continuous maintenance program by GCDC-WWS that ensures the ability to provide the highest possible quality water to our residents.
 

The following communities are scheduled to be part of this round of maintenance flushing:

Clayton Township                 Davison Township          Flint Township                   Gaines Township

Montrose Township              Mt. Morris Township      Mundy Township               Richfield Township

Fenton Township                  Flushing Township         Thetford Township            Vienna Township

If you have questions or concerns related to your community’s water service, please contact GCDC-WWS Water Superintendent Dan Lince at 810-732-7870.  The after-hours emergency number for the Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office is 810-762-3626.