THE drinking water of Dubbo will be even fresher after the city's water pipes get a thorough clean next week.
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H and S Maintenance Pty Ltd have been awarded the contract for a system wide water mains flushing program by Dubbo City Council.
The program will see air scour cleaning undertaken on the 437 kilometers of pipes, including 300mm water reticulation mains throughout the city.
Dubbo City Council's Manager Water Supply and Sewerage Geoff Bellingham said work is due to get underway on next Monday, and will aim to further protect the quality of Dubbo's drinking water supply.
"The cleaning and flushing works are a preventative measure that will ensure our drinking water supply is clear, safe and pleasant to drink and consistently meets council's Drinking Water Quality Management System and our Water Supply Customer Service Standards," Mr Bellingham said.
"Water mains cleaning improves water quality by removing any natural sediment build up, water discolouration, and microbiological regrowth within the water mains supply system."
Mr Bellingham said the project will take 10 weeks, with H & S Maintenance Pty Ltd to undertake work during set hours to ensure the least amount of disturbance possible to residents and businesses.
"Work will take place in the city's residential areas between 9am and 4pm, in the CBD between 10pm and 6am and in industrial areas on Sundays between 9am and 1pm," Mr Bellingham said.
"All residents and businesses will be notified by letter when work will get underway in their area as they may experience an interruption to their water supply throughout the designated work hours."
Mr Bellingham advised residents they may see a slight discolouration in their water; however all drinking water will continue to meet the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and will remain safe for consumption.
"Council is encouraging residents to check their water supply quality before washing clothes throughout this period and if there is discolouration in the water residents can run the tap nearest to their water meter for 30 seconds every half an hour to see if the water has cleared," Mr Bellingham said.
