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Water Leaks in the: Street, Hydrant, Yard, or Meter Printer Friendly version of this page
  • There is a leak in the street. Can you send someone to repair it?
    The Power & Water Distribution Maintenance Office will need to get more information from you. Their number is 645-7788.

  • Someone just hit a fire hydrant and water is gushing out (or any leaking hydrant issue).
    The Water Distribution Dispatcher will want to speak with you and get more information. The number is 645-7788.

  • There is a leak in my yard. Can you send someone out to fix it?
    Many times, a leak in the yard will be a leak on the property's plumbing line and the owner is responsible for the repair. But, if you'd like to have someone out to inspect the leak, our Customer Service Center can arrange that for you. The phone number is 645-8270. Representatives are available to take your call Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

  • My water meter is leaking. Can you send someone to repair it?
    The Customer Service Center will want to get more information. The number is 645-8270. Representatives are available to take your call Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

  • The valve just before my meter is leaking. Can you send someone to repair it?
    The valve before the meter is part of the house's plumbing. A plumber will need to make that repair for you. If you need us to turn off the water for your plumber, you may call our Customer Service Center at 645-8270. Representatives are available to take your call Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you aren't able to determine where the water is coming from, the Customer Service Center can arrange for an inspection. The number is 645-8270.

  • I've got water backing up in the drain through my basement.
    The Sewer Maintenance office will want to get more information from you. The number is 645-7102.

All non-emergency city services can be reached through the 311 Call Center.
Just dial 3-1-1 or 645-6111.

   
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