The St. Marys Fire Department will be completing hydrant testing over the next few months. Regular hydrant testing is a significant component of the district's water supply program. It is important to periodically test all fire hydrants to determine what their capabilities would be in an emergency. Please click below for important information and how this could affect you as a resident.

      Water systems are constantly being impacted by improvements, deterioration, changes in usage, and even water district maintenance activities which may affect zone valve settings. In addition to determining fire flows, testing can uncover a number of mechanical problems from valves that don't operate properly to leaks and even pump damaging debris flowing from hydrants. It is imperative that we discover problems and get them repaired before the hydrant is needed in an emergency.

       We are providing this information because during the testing, changes can occur in your water pressure and quality (Brown water). It is very difficult to notify customers in advance when hydrants may be tested in your immediate area. If you notice that testing is being done around your home or business, take precautions (limit water use, try not to wash clothes during this time). We make every effort not to create problems when testing (Flush Hydrants till they are clear), however, these problem do happen some times.