CLINTON, IA (March 21, 2024) Iowa American Water is planning to conduct water main flushing in
Clinton beginning on Monday, March 25 and continuing through Tuesday, April 9. This routine work
is an essential part of our distribution system maintenance program.
“Our annual flushing program enhances customer water service by flushing or cleaning mineral
deposits and sediment from water mains to maintain a high quality of water in the Clinton
distribution system and also allows us to inspect and operate all of our fire hydrants to assure they
are in good working order,” said Emily Macklin, Sr. Water Operations Superintendent in Clinton.
Weather permitting; flushing is set to begin in downtown Clinton on Monday, March 25. Much of the
flushing will occur before normal business hours Monday through Friday from 4 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
During the flushing, it may be necessary for water company crews to temporarily close streets they
are working on for brief periods for the safety of workers and motorists. Iowa American Water
maintains and inspects over 1,200 fire hydrants annually in Clinton.
No interruptions in water service will occur because of this work. Iowa American Water advises that
when crews are flushing nearby, customers may experience a drop in water pressure or some
discoloration of their water. Iowa American Water recommends that customers experiencing
discolored water let their cold water run to clear before using it again and refrain from doing laundry
during that time. Any water discoloration or low-pressure problems should last only a short time. If
problems persist, notify Iowa American Water’s customer service line at 1-866-641-2108.
Flushing will be performed by Iowa American Water crews. They will be working out of trucks
identified with the company logo and will have photo ID badges.
About Iowa American Water
Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water
utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water services to approximately 225,000
people. For more information, visit iowaamwater.com and follow Iowa American Water on Twitter
and Facebook.
Media Contact:
Lisa Reisen
Senior Manager – External Communications
563-343-6127
lisa.reisen@amwater.com
