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Kong Update for July 26

07/22/2010 - Businesses and residents in the King Kong Project areas are reminded to keep a good supply of fresh drinking water as well as a supply of flushing water on hand in the event of a service interruption. Crews attempt to keep the interruptions as minimal as possible, but unexpected issues could result in longer water outages.

July 26, 2010
West Plummer St:
Crews will begin pressure testing and disinfection of the new 12 inch main water line beginning Monday. Once passing results on the samples are received work will begin on tie overs to the new service lines. Customers in the area should expect service interruptions of at least 1 (one) hour.

West Valley St.:
The existing water service line will be tied in to the new water main and customers in the area should expect service interruptions of at least 4 (four) hours.

South Marsh St.:
Crews will be pressure testing and performing disinfection after the tie in of the 6 inch water main at Marsh and Sadosa. Service interruptions are possible during this process.

North Lamar St.:
Crews will continue with the installation of a 6 inch main service line in this area.

Park Hill:
Work continues on the new water tower.

With the construction of the new water tower underway, the normal traffic route around the City Park will be interrupted throughout the summer.
Citizens and visitors need to be observant of all traffic signs and personnel as well as the movement of heavy equipment and vehicles in the area.
General traffic not allowed in the immediate area of the construction site.
One-Way traffic flows to be converted to Two-Way in some areas.
Watch for signs!

Please remember when travelling in these construction areas to be on the alert and watch for crew members as well as heavy equipment, trenches, etc.
For questions or comments please contact Eastland City Hall at 629-3349.

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