4/8/2022
Spring Hydrant Flushing Set to Begin
Water Main Flushing to Span from Portsmouth to Newport
NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022) – As part of the Newport Water Division's (NWD) ongoing water distribution system maintenance, a water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours starting Sunday, April 17, 2022, and ending May 5, 2022.
To minimize impacts to our customers, flushing crews will begin at 8 p.m. and continue until 4 a.m.
2/2/2022
Residents, Contractors Reminded to Help Keep Storm Drains Clear
Impacts of Forecasted Rain Could be Exacerbated by Snow-Clogged Drains
NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2, 2022) – As Newport continues to dig out from last weekend’s historic blizzard, crews from the City’s Department of Utilities are out working hard to clear as many catch basins as possible before forecasted rain arrives.
Residents and businesses are also encouraged to check the catch basins in their own areas to make sure they are clear of snow and ice so water can easily drain. If possible, residents and private contractors are asked to please clear snow & ice from catch basins. Not only will free flowing catch basins help keep roadways and sidewalks safe, but they’re also critical in preventing damage to private homes and businesses.
10/12/2021
Fall Water Main Flushing Set to Begin
Work to take place in Newport, Parts of Middletown and Portsmouth
NEWPORT, R.I. (TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2021) – As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the island’s water distribution system, water main flushing is set to run from Sunday, October 17 through Nov. 4th in Newport and parts of Middletown and Portsmouth.
The flushing will begin at 8:00 p.m. and continue until 4:00 a.m. Signs will be posted in each area before flushing begins.