From NORTHWESTERN WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
The Northwestern Water and Sewer District is pleased to share that crews are halfway through the 2026 hydrant flushing program. It would like to say thank you to its customers for their patience and understanding as its team works through approximately 4,000 hydrants across its four-county service area.
Flushing will continue weekdays from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crews are currently working in Moline and Perrysburg Township, then will move north into Rossford. Additional locations will be shared through the district’s project update and online hydrant flushing tracker. To view the hydrant flushing tracker, click here.
This routine maintenance keeps hydrants ready for fire protection, supports water quality by removing sediment from water mains, and is required annually for public water systems under Ohio regulations.
Customers may continue using their water while flushing is underway, and the water remains safe to drink. In some areas, customers may notice temporary drops in water pressure or short-term discoloration as sediment is stirred up and flushed from the system.
If water appears cloudy, rusty, or discolored, run a cold water tap for several minutes until the water clears. If the discoloration does not clear right away, wait a short time and try again. We also recommend avoiding laundry until the water runs clear.
Customers with questions or concerns may email district@nwwsd.org or call 419-354-9090, extension 170.
