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Vinita officials outline temporary repairs after 12‑inch Locust Creek water main separation; permanent fix under study
Summary
City staff reported a separation in a 12‑inch water main at Locust Creek that required emergency bypasses; Morehead Construction installed valves and crews say permanent repairs (boring or encasement) will require locating a nearby 30‑inch main and cost analysis before council action.
At its May 5, 2026 meeting, Vinita city staff and VUA (Vinita Utilities Authority) reported a significant separation in a 12‑inch water main at Locust Creek, near Willie’s Corner. City Administrator Prince told the council crews located and temporarily isolated the break, and Morehead Construction installed valves and bypasses to restore water to affected customers while staff plan a permanent repair.
Prince said crews discovered the 12‑inch line separated at the creek’s fork and that the pipe bore stamps dating to 1923 were…
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