Waterline Flushing Schedule In The Ocean Pines Area

The Water and Wastewater Division of Public Works will begin its semi-annual program for flushing waterlines in Ocean Pines, River Run, Pennington Commons and other areas of the county during October. The purpose of this program is to remove any accumulated sediment from the lines and to ensure the hydrants are operational. Below are the proposed dates for the flushing of the waterlines. These dates are subject to change.

OCEAN PINES

• Week of October 6 - Sections 2, 3, 7, River Run, and Showell Elementary
• Week of October 13 - Sections 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, and Harbor Village
• Week of October 20 - Sections 12, 14a, 14b, 14c, 14d, and Mumfords Landing
• Week of October 27 - Sections 9, 11, 13, Village Square, Manklin Creek area, Pennington Commons, and Cathell Road Extension
• Week of November 3 - Sections 10, 15a, 15b, 16, 17 and Bay Point Plantation

OTHER AREAS

• Week of October 13 - Bayside at Ocean City and Lewis Road
• Week of October 20 - Mystic Harbour, Oyster Harbor, Whispering Woods, Deer Point and Ocean Reef
• Week of October 27 - Riddle Farm

Please be aware that even on dates the waterlines in your section are not being flushed it is still possible to experience discolored water. If area residents notice that their water becomes cloudy during these times, allow the water to run for a few minutes until it becomes clear. For more information, call the Water and Wastewater Division at (410) 641-5251.