Jackson to begin annual Fall Hydrant Flushing Program to maintain quality water system

Jackson to Begin Annual Fall Hydrant Flushing Program

JACKSON, Mich. (WILX)—The City of Jackson is set to begin its annual Fall Hydrant Flushing Program to maintain the quality of its water system.

Starting Monday, Sept. 23, the city will begin its annual flushing from the Department of Public Works (DPW) in the southwest section of the City and is expected to wrap up on Tuesday, Oct. 8 in the northeast section. The city said this activity would happen all over Jackson and in areas of Summit, Blackman, and Leoni Townships.

Flushing Schedule

Below is a map that indicates the areas and dates scheduled for flushing. The map will also be sent to people through a CodeRED message.

Important Information about Flushing

• Flushing will occur Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.
• Flushing is necessary to maintain the quality of the water system. It involves washing iron and sediment out of water mains, cleaning pipes, and refreshing the water system.
• This sediment does not affect water quality but can cause water to become discolored. The water is safe to drink, and discoloration often disappears quickly.
• Because water can become discolored, residents are advised not to wash clothing while lines are being flushed in or around their neighborhoods.
• Residents may experience low water pressure for a short time when flushing occurs.

The city does urge people in designated areas to be aware of when flushing is set to happen so they are not alarmed when water services are affected. Meanwhile, people with questions about hydrant flushing should call the DPW at 517-788-4170

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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article

1. SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

   • Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all.
   • Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services.
   • Indicator 6.1.2: Proportion of population with access to safely managed sanitation services.

2. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

   • Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.
   • Indicator 11.6.1: Proportion of urban solid waste regularly collected and with adequate final discharge out of total urban solid waste generated, by cities.

Analysis

The article discusses the City of Jackson’s annual Fall Hydrant Flushing Program, which is aimed at maintaining the quality of the water system. Based on the content of the article, the following SDGs, targets, and indicators can be identified:

1. SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

The article directly addresses the issue of maintaining the quality of the water system through the annual hydrant flushing program. This aligns with SDG 6, which aims to ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all.

2. Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all.

The hydrant flushing program is a measure taken by the City of Jackson to ensure the safety and quality of the drinking water supply. Flushing involves washing iron and sediment out of water mains, cleaning pipes, and refreshing the water system. This target is relevant as it contributes to maintaining safe and affordable drinking water for the community.

3. Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services.

The article mentions that the flushing process may cause water discoloration, but assures residents that the water is safe to drink and the discoloration usually disappears quickly. This indicator can be used to measure progress towards ensuring the population has access to safely managed drinking water services.

4. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

The article indirectly relates to SDG 11, which focuses on creating sustainable cities and communities. By maintaining the quality of the water system through the hydrant flushing program, the City of Jackson is taking steps to reduce the adverse environmental impact of the city.

5. Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.

The hydrant flushing program contributes to reducing the adverse environmental impact of the city by ensuring the proper functioning of the water system and preventing potential issues that could lead to waste or pollution. This target emphasizes the importance of waste management, which includes maintaining the water system.

6. Indicator 11.6.1: Proportion of urban solid waste regularly collected and with adequate final discharge out of total urban solid waste generated, by cities.

Although not explicitly mentioned in the article, the hydrant flushing program can indirectly contribute to this indicator. By maintaining the water system and preventing issues that could lead to waste or pollution, the program helps ensure that urban solid waste is properly managed and discharged.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

Source: wilx.com