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City reports Crawford subdivision water line break repaired; temporary measures limited disruption
Summary
Public works staff reported a water line failure in the Crawford subdivision caused by a water-hammer when lines were re-pressurized for storm‑drain work; crews and local contractors repaired the break and service was restored quickly.
City staff updated the council on a water-line failure in the Crawford subdivision (near Pet o' Hare Drive) that occurred after crews lowered the water line to accommodate storm-drain work.
Staff said multiple taps were clustered in the area, creating a weak point. The city engaged Wilson Brothers (local contractor) to assist; crews replaced the damaged section with a new PVC piece and restored service by the next evening. Staff described the failure as a water hammer event when water was turned back on after the storm-drain work.
Council and staff said the repair could have been worse given the number of taps together, and that the city will patch the roadway where the repair occurred. Staff said residents were informed during the work and that the system is back in service.
