2021 Spring Flushing

Edit: Flushing on the weeks of 5/10 and 5/17 will be postoned until Fall. Please stay tuned here and on Facebook for any updated information.

Beginning next week 5/3, the Department will be flushing hydrants throughout the town. Flushing will occur Tuesday-Thursday in selected areas from 8am-2pm. Signs will be posted in the affected areas that Monday. Area residents may experience decreased pressure and discolored water. This should dissipate within 24-48 hours.

The proposed flushing schedule is as follows:
5/3 Timberlee Park area
5/10 Fitchburg Rd area
5/17 Highland St area

Please check back here and on our Facebook page "Townsend Water Department" for any updates.