LEWISTON, ID – Lewiston Orchards residents can expect water over the street in the 1800 block of Grelle Avenue and possible discoloration of water beginning this evening due to repairs of a water main. The Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District experienced a domestic mainline break on the east end of the street Friday evening.
“Field crews have temporarily repaired the leak and now will begin a permanent resolution to the issue. There could be water across the road in the 1800 block of Grelle Avenue while the repair is being made. LOID will have the eastbound lane on the 1800 block of Grelle Ave closed from late evening Tuesday until the repair is complete, please consider an alternative route,” according to a press release.
Officials say although this issue has been managed without an increase in water velocity, there is still a chance for discolored water to be present in the domestic water system.
“The discolored water is caused by fine particles, also known as floc, found naturally in the aquifer that accumulate over time in water transmission lines,” LOID says. “Customers who are experiencing discolored water are asked to run cold water preferably at the lowest point in your house, in the tub or the kitchen sink for 5-10 minutes. If the water does not clear, please wait between 30-60 minutes and repeat flushing your lines.
