Osceola Water Works Moves Forward with Next Phase of Main Replacement Program

Osceola Water Works Moves Forward with Next Phase of Main Replacement Program

As part of the Annual Water Main Replacement Program to improve and modernize Osceola’s water infrastructure, Osceola Water Works is moving forward with plans to replace an aging water main located along the 100 and 200 blocks of North Lincoln Street. This area has experienced repeated water main failures and service disruptions, making it the utility’s next target area for replacement. The annual replacement program will help to reduce emergency repairs, improve service reliability, and allow us to deliver safe reliable water to our customers,” said Brandon Patterson, General Manager of Osceola Water Works. The Osceola Water Works Board of

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Warm Temperatures Forecasted for the Week and Dry Conditions Cause Concern for Osceola Water Works

Warm Temperatures Forecasted for the Week and Dry Conditions Cause Concern for Osceola Water Works

Osceola Water Works is one of several cities kicking the new year off responding to water main failures. Water main breaks cause disruptions in water supply and are a significant headache for homeowners and businesses, alike. One of the primary factors leading to water main breaks and service line leaks is the freezing and thawing cycle. The temperature range we have experienced and the warm temperatures forecasted for this week cause the ground to shift and affect older infrastructure such as weakening valves and pipes. Older pipes, which are often lead, galvanized or cast iron, are more prone to corrosion and

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Osceola Water Works Announces Water Main Replacement Program

Osceola Water Works Announces Water Main Replacement Program

As part of ongoing efforts to improve and modernize Osceola’s water infrastructure, Osceola Water Works will begin the first of several planned water main replacement projects. This annual replacement program is designed to proactively tackle the community’s aging framework head-on. High-priority areas that have experienced repeated main breaks and service disruptions over the last several years will be the immediate focus. This year’s focus will be on the 200 Block of West Garfield Street and the 600 Block of North Fillmore Street.   The upcoming project will include the installation of approximately 768 feet of new 6-inch water main. Along with

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