Planned Water Service Shutdown in Upper Marlboro

Laurel, MD - March 30, 2020: WSSC Water will be repairing a twelve-inch leaking water main located at 17011 Village Dr West, Upper Marlboro. The work will begin on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 9:00 AM through Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Though not expected, work may extend beyond these hours if necessary.

AFFECTED STREETS:  Village Drive West Brookmeadow Lane Brookmead Court  Clairfield Lane  Harmon Place Harmon Court  Berndale Court Lana Court Saddlebrook Court Urby Court Newton Court

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As a result of this work, residents will experience low water pressure or a loss of water service.

We will have a water station located in Patuxent Elementary School at 4410 Bishopmill Drive from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM.

HOW TO PREPARE

• WSSC Water suggests you store water for short-term use. Water for consumption can be stored in clean glass or plastic jars. Water for other purposes can be stored in sinks, bathtubs, laundry tubs, coolers or pots. Please make sure that large containers of water are not accessible to children.
• When your water service is restored, you may experience discolored water or have air trapped in your water lines. 
• Discolored water may not be aesthetically pleasing, but it is safe. However, WSSC Water does not recommend using discolored water to do laundry, as clothes can become stained.
• After water main repair work is completed in your area, flush the COLD-water lines in your home or business using the following steps:
  • Run all COLD water taps for about five minutes or until the water runs clear.
  • Begin with the lowest faucet in your home or business and then open the other faucets one at a time, moving from your lowest floor to your highest.
  • Once the water runs clear, usually in five minutes or less, turn off your faucets in the same order, lowest to highest.
  • You should also flush your refrigerator's water lines.
• • If the discolored water persists after running your cold-water lines for five minutes, please report it to the Emergency Call Center at 301-206-4002 or emergencycallcenter@wsscwater.com.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Road Closures Safety cones will be in place to keep the work zone safe.
• Additional Noise: Generators, air compressors, road saws and large maintenance vehicles are needed to complete this work.
• Home Access: WSSC Water will ensure residents have access to their homes during work hours.

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We understand the inconvenience these types of projects can cause and appreciate your patience as we work to provide safe, seamless and satisfying water services for our customers every day.