When and how often are the water hydrants flushed? Will I be notified?

The hydrants are routinely flushed to clean the distribution system. Residents are advised to avoid or limit water usage during the flushing period and to check for discoloration prior to using water for laundry purposes. It is also recommended that residents shut water off at the meter to avoid drawing in rust, particles, or other debris being flushed from the lines. The flushing is done twice a year, spring and fall. Typically this will be done the last week in April and last week in September, between the hours of 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. Flushing is done by quadrants on 4 separate nights. 


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1. I need to have my water temporarily shut off. Who do I call?
2. Does the city have specific lawn sprinkling hours and restrictions?
3. Do these water restrictions apply to my newly sodden/seeded lawn?
4. We have rusty water, what should I do?
5. When and how often are the water hydrants flushed? Will I be notified?
6. My water smells/tastes like chlorine is it safe to use?
7. Is fluoride in my drinking water?
8. Is Faribault's water hard or soft?
9. Does the City soften the water?
10. Where can I obtain information regarding the levels of lead in my drinking water?
11. What causes cloudiness in my drinking water? Is it dangerous?
12. How can I get my drinking water tested?