Bedford City Utilities announces tentative fire hydrant flushing schedule; Residents advised of potential water discoloration

BEDFORD – The following is a tentative schedule for fire hydrant flushing for the City of Bedford.

The schedule is subject to change if each day’s work is not completed as scheduled or due to inclement weather.

Customers may notice fluctuations in pressure and/or discoloration of their tap water during hydrant flushing. If water appears discolored, customers are advised to run their cold water until it clears. It is recommended that customers postpone washing laundry and limit the use of hot water until the cold water clears.

Sunday Night, Monday Night April 5th – April 6th

Everything South of 19th Street and West of Mitchell Road, including Broadview Addition, Fresenius Medical Care, St. Vincent Dunn Hospital, Garden Villa, Bliss House, and Stonebridge

Tuesday Night, Wednesday Night April 7th – April 8th

16th Street West of M Street, Edgewood Addition, IU Health Bedford, Bex Addition, and Westview Manor

Thursday Night April 9th, Sunday Night April 12th

East of Mitchell Road/South of 16th Street, Brook Knoll, Glen Meadows, Shandell Drive, and Core Nursing Home

Monday Night, Tuesday Night, April 13th – April 14th

John Williams Boulevard, All of Lincoln Avenue, 15th and M Streets West, 8th Street
South to 16th Street

Wednesday Night, Thursday Night April 15th – April 16th

East of Lincoln Avenue and North of 15th Street

Reminder: If the weather turns bad, this will be canceled.