Hydrant Flushing underway "to improve Franklin’s water quality and fire flows"

The Franklin Department of Public Works, Water Division will begin its spring hydrant flushing program on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. 

This program is conducted annually to improve Franklin’s water quality and fire flows. Flushing will take place Monday–Thursday, 3pm – 7pm and Saturdays, 7am – noon. 

Additional flushing may occur during the day, as required. Hydrant flushing is expected to take 4 to 6 weeks, depending on weather and staff availability.

Visit https://www.franklinma.gov/1105/Hydrant-Flushing to find out which streets we are working on daily.  Also, follow up on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FranklinDPW

Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area. Even though the water may be discolored, it is still safe for human consumption. Visit https://www.franklinma.gov/635/Water-Quality to find out what you should do if you have discolored water.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the DPW office at 508-553-5500.

 

Thanks for caring about your water use,

Doug Martin

Franklin Water & Sewer Department

Hydrant Flushing underway "to improve Franklin’s water quality and fire flows"

Hydrant flushing begins next week

Hydrant flushing begins next week

Hydrant flushing starts next week...

Shared from -> 

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18ELEFLm7y/

Water main flushing scheduled for Wampanoag Dr, Lost Horse Trail, Metacomet Ln, & Concetta Way = 8/5 & 8/6/24

Residents of the following streets please be aware that the Franklin Water Dept. plans to conduct unidirectional flushing of the water mains in your area on Monday 8/5 and Tuesday 8/6 between 9 AM and 2 PM to address increased water quality issues in the area following recent construction.

This work may result in discolored water for a period of time in the area and we ask that residents limit water use during the hours of flushing and to run their COLD water ONLY to clear out any discoloration. Thank you for your understanding while this work takes place.

• Wampanoag Dr.
• Lost Horse Trail
• Metacomet Ln
• Concetta Way

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/shae/W1PwRwxoHN9ryfKr/

Water main flushing scheduled for Wampanoag Dr, Lost Horse Trail, Metacomet Ln, & Concetta Way = 8/5 & 8/6/24

Franklin Residents: Hydrant Flushing Begins April 1, 2024 (a coincidence, not an April Fools joke!)

Hydrant Flushing Begins April 1, 2024

Hydrant flushing begins the week of April 1, 2024.

Hydrant flushing is conducted annually to improve Franklin's water quality and fire flows. Some hydrants will be flushed in the evening hours on weekdays and in the morning on weekends, while others will be completed during the day.  Hydrant flushing will continue depending on water availability and system pressures. 

Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area. Even though the water may be discolored, it is still safe for human consumption.

For daily updates on which areas are being worked on, click here.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/hydrant-flushing

Franklin Residents: Hydrant Flushing Begins April 1, 2024

Reminder from DPW - Hydrant Flushing

Reminder from DPW - Hydrant Flushing

Reminder from the Department of Public Works.

Hydrant flushing is conducted annually to improve Franklin's water quality and fire flows. Some hydrants will be flushed in the evening hours on weekdays and in the morning on weekends, while others will be completed during the day.  Hydrant flushing will continue depending on water availability and system pressures. 

Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area. Even though the water may be discolored, it is still safe for human consumption.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause. The flushing page is updated daily, residents are encouraged to check the page to see which area we will be working in. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please call the DPW office at 508-553-5500.

Shared from https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/reminder-dpw-hydrant-flushing

hydrant flushing in action on Cottage St

DPW Announcement: Annual Hydrant Flushing Begins week of April 4

"Hydrant flushing begins NEXT WEEK (April 4)!

This program is conducted annually to improve Franklin’s water quality and fire flows. Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area.

Please visit https://www.franklinma.gov/water.../pages/hydrant-flushing to find out where we will be working each day.

We appreciate your patience during flushing!"

Shared from Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/public-works/news/hydrant-flushing-begins-next-week-april-4-2022

hydrant flushing in action on Cottage St in 2014

When the snow buries hydrants, you can adopt one!

"Residents and civic groups (Scouts, local youth groups, Franklin High School teams, etc.) can "adopt" a hydrant or hydrants.  

This is intended to be a commitment for the 2020/2021 snow season and can be applied towards student community service hours.  

Visit our website https://www.franklinma.gov/water.../pages/adopt-hydrant to Adopt-A-Hydrant today!"

 

Shared from Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/3087635771506428/

"Adopt a hydrant" program returns with winter weather

Friendly reminder: What not to flush

What Not To Flush

The Franklin Sewer Division has experienced increased issues with sewer backups due to non-flushable items in the sewer system.  When flushed down the toilet, items such as baby wipes, hand wipes, floor wipes, rags, etc. often get stuck in our sewage pumps, which can damage the pumps and potentially cause sewer backups.  In addition to the costly pump repairs, sewer backups can result in damage to nearby homes and businesses and can have environmental impacts if the sewage is discharged into the environment.

Please DO NOT FLUSH:

• Paper towels, disposable wipes, washcloths and rags
• Synthetic materials such as plastic, which do not decompose or dissolve
• Feminine products
• Cotton balls
• Diapers and baby wipes
• Unused Medications
• Syringes
• Fats, Oil and Grease 

We thank you for your help in keeping our sewer system running smoothly!!

Paper towels, disposable wipes, washcloths and rags are becoming more and more of a problem for sewer systems with the increase in "disposable" wipes.  These wipes may be disposable but that does not make them flushable!  Please do not flush swiffer wipes, baby wipes, diapers, disposable toilet bowl cleaners or any other non-toilet paper product.  These items cause major problems in our sewer pumps and we are not alone.  As discussed in a USA Today article tilted "Wipes in the Pipes Snarling Sewers" (http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/07/16/wipes-pollution/2522919/) , this issue is is affecting sewer systems across the country.  So please do your part and don't flush wipes!

Fats, Oil and Grease are some of the primary causes of blockages in sanitary sewer collection systems. Too often grease is washed into the plumbing system usually through the kitchen sink. When grease cools it lines the pipes, decreasing the opening until the pipe blocks up completely and sewage backs up into homes, businesses or manholes.  Do not pour grease down the drain. Instead, pour it into a disposable container, let it cool, and dispose of it in the trash.  The City of London was recently in the news for a 15 ton grease ball stuck in their sewer system - to learn  more check out this article from the Water Environment Federation magazine.

Unused Medications are often disposed of in the toilet, but it is important to remember that treated wastewater eventually ends up in our rivers and streams.  A 2002 USGS study found that 80% of streams in the U.S. have measurable concentrations of prescription drugs.  To help reduce our impact on the environment, please dispose of unused prescription medications properly.  Ask your pharmacy if they have a take-back program, or dispose of unused medications in the Take-Back Container at the Franklin Police Department located at 911 Panther Way.

Syringes can be safely disposed of at the Franklin Police Department, 911 Panther Way. Syringes will not be accepted unless they are in an approved sharps container.  

If you own a business here in Franklin, please print and post our What Not to Flush Flyer https://www.franklinma.gov/public-works/files/what-not-flush-flyer.

Want to learn more about how sewage is treated?  Franklin's sewage is treated at the Charles River Pollution Control District in Medway.  Click here for a general overview of how the treatment system works.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!

Shared from the Town of Franklin page

https://www.franklinma.gov/public-works/news/help-us-keep-our-sewer-system-running-smoothly-learn-what-not-flush

Download the "What not to Flush" flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GJrzqnr0t8Nuv-LzOBmHzucwKiGVAWSn/view?usp=sharing

 

Franklin Residents: Hydrant flushing begins April 5, 2021

Hydrant flushing begins on Monday April 5, 2021!

This program is conducted annually to improve Franklin’s water quality and fire flows. Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area.

Please visit https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/hydrant-flushing to find out where we will be working each day.

We appreciate your patience during flushing!

Shared from the DPW Facebook post: 

https://www.facebook.com/931498886934582/posts/3998125543605219/

hydrant flushing in action on Cottage St

"Adopt a hydrant" program returns with winter weather

Residents and civic groups (Scouts, local youth groups, Franklin High School teams, etc.) can "adopt" a hydrant or hydrants.  

This is intended to be a commitment for the 2020/2021 snow season and can be applied towards student community service hours.  

Visit our website https://www.franklinma.gov/water.../pages/adopt-hydrant to Adopt-A-Hydrant today!

Shared from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/931498886934582/posts/3705771699507273/

"Adopt a hydrant" program returns with winter weather

2019 Hydrant Flushing Program- Franklin Water Department

The Franklin Department of Public Works, Water Division will begin its hydrant flushing program on Monday, April 8, 2019. This program is conducted annually to improve Franklin's water quality and fire flows. Some hydrants will be flushed in the evening hours, while others will be completed during the day. Hydrant flushing will continue depending on water availability and system pressures.

Residents may experience temporary water loss or discolored water while hydrants are being flushed in their area. Even though the water may be discolored, it is still safe for human consumption.

Visit https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/hydrant-flushing to find out which streets we are working on today.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the DPW office at 508-553-5500

hydrant flushing in action on Cottage St a couple of years ago