Some streets in Quesnel’s Carson and Johnston Subdivisions will have the water service shut off throughout the day on Thursday, July 10.
Water system service will be shut off from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Chris Coben, Director of Infrastructure and Capital Works for the City of Quesnel, says the work is being done to connect the existing water main to a new main that will service the new Carson Elementary School, currently being built.
“The new water main runs about 550 metres from the Carson Subdivision to Johnston Sub,” Coben says. “They have to take a piece off of the existing line and put some new piping and valving connections in to tie that into the new main.”
Coben adds that the work will have “little impact on the public,” other than the water disruptions. There will be minimal traffic flow disruptions in the area.
The streets and properties that will be affected are: Lawlor Drive, Brookeside Parkway, Lowe Street, Lambert Street, and 1420 to 1534 Johnston Avenue.
“The outage is scheduled, so put some water in jugs that you’ll need for the day,” Coben advises. “Once the water service is restored, be prepared for some discoloration in the water, and run a cold tap until it clears.”
More information can be found on the City of Quesnel’s website.
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