Water-Sewer manager Eric Carty announced that crews were working to address a water main break in the Thayer Heights area on Saturday. He cautioned that residents may notice some discoloration once water is turned back on. Residents who experience discoloration can...
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Town works to repair water main break on Eastview Road
Water was turned off in the area of Eastview Road, including all side streets, due to a water main break, Hopkinton Water-Sewer Department Manager Eric Carty announced Monday morning. Residents are advised that there could be discoloration after service is restored....
As drought continues, town institutes ban on municipal water use
The town's Water-Sewer Department announced Friday that "due to the continued drought conditions, dramatic increase in water use, low tank levels and a continued forecast for hot and dry weather, the town is declaring an outdoor water ban on municipal water use." The...
Big jump in water rates on tap as town prepares for move to MWRA connection
Clean water is a valuable — often underappreciated — commodity, and it’s about to become a lot more expensive in Hopkinton. At the June 21 Select Board meeting, the board approved a 9.5 percent increase in water use fees for fiscal year 2023. And town officials...
Residents asked to minimize water use due to pump motor failure
The Hopkinton Water-Sewer Department requested Saturday morning that residents on the municipal system turn off all sprinkler systems and refrain from any unnecessary outdoor water use due to a pump motor failure at one of the town's water wells. "It is of the utmost...
Water on East Main Street to be shut off Wednesday morning for hydrant replacement
Due to the replacement of a fire hydrant, the water line on East Main Street from Clinton Street to the Ashland town line will be shut off for several hours this Wednesday (Aug. 4), starting at approximately 7:30 a.m., the town's Water-Sewer Department announced....
Main Street water main again to be shut off Wednesday morning for construction work
For the second straight Wednesday, the water main on Main Street will be shut down due to work related to the Main Street Corridor Project. The affected water main lies on Main Street between Pleasant Street and Wood Street and includes Commonwealth Avenue. The work...
Main Street water main to be shut off Wednesday morning for road work
Water-Sewer Department manager Eric Carty announced Monday that due to a utility conflict with new drains being installed, the water main on a section of Main Street will be shut down on Wednesday (July 21) for several hours. The affected water main is located between...
Water break at Wilson/East Main might cause discoloration in residences
The town's Water-Sewer Department reported a water main break on Wilson Street, near the intersection with East Main Street. Crews were working to repair it this morning. The department cautioned that the issue likely will cause discoloration throughout the center,...
Water/Sewer Department: Discoloration issues being investigated; higher bills common
Following is press release from the town's Water/Sewer Department. Please be advised that we are aware of some periodic water discoloration, predominantly in the eastern part of town and we are investigating the cause. Water quality including visual, taste and odor...