Keep Your Water Flowing This Winter: Tips to Avoid Frozen Pipes As temperatures plummet this winter, the Mishawaka Utilities Water Division is asking all Mishawaka residents and MU Water customers to take simple precautions to protect their homes and our water system from the costly and inconvenient damage caused by frozen water lines. When temperatures drop below freezing for an extended period, water in pipes can freeze, expand, and cause pipes to burst, leading to water loss and expensive repairs. To help prevent this, we recommend letting your water trickle from a faucet during frigid weather. A small, steady stream of water can keep your lines flowing and reduce the risk of freezing. Why Should You Let Your Water Trickle? Moving water is less likely to freeze. It relieves pressure in your pipes, minimizing the risk of bursting. It’s an affordable and easy way to protect your home during extreme cold.

S. West Street – Road Closure (6/12-7/21)

The City of Mishawaka has been advised by John Boettcher Sewer and Excavating that S. West Street between the intersections of Seventh Street and Eighth Street (not including the intersections) will be closed beginning at 8am on Monday, June 12th for utility and right-of-way improvements. This will be Phase 1 of several subsequent phases of construction thru 2024. Weather permitting, this closure is expected to remain in place until Friday, July 21st. Updates regarding this project will be sent as construction phasing progresses.

 

Barricades and signage will be in place during this closure.  Motorists are requested to use caution to ensure the safety of the crews working in this area. Questions regarding this work may be directed to Brian Hartline of John Boettcher Sewer and Excavating at (574)259-1418.

 

To view an interactive map of all road closures and lane restrictions within the City of Mishawaka, please visit the following webpages: https://arcg.is/0znqem

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