Canton City issued the following announcement on Nov. 29.
The City often encounters water main breaks, especially in times of freezing and thawing ground temperatures. Some breaks result in a total loss of service, some only in low pressure. Some require a Boil Order, while others do not.
If you experience low pressure or loss of service, please call Public Works at 309-647-5022. If your issue occurs outside of regular business hours (M-F 8am-5pm), please call the non-emergency police dispatch center (309-647-5131) or visit the Canton Police Department Facebook page.
Current Water Main Breaks
Due to a water main break, West Maple Street from Avenue D to where it intersects with West Hickory will be closed to traffic until further notice. Work should begin this morning, and it is not yet known if there will be a loss of water service. Please visit the City of Canton website or the Canton Police Department Facebook page to see if a Boil Order will be required or not.
In the event of a Boil Order, residents should first run their tap a bit until water runs clear. Then any water used for consumption or cooking must be brought to a full, rolling boil and then boiled for at least one minute, then cooled before use.
Boil Orders are in effect until the City receives the laboratory results to clear the order, which takes a day or two.
Please contact Public Works at 309-647-5022 with any questions.
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