On June 15, the City of Gallup reported the Gibson PRV station is functional. The 16 inch line is slowly filling with water as of 9 am, which should allow customers access within a few hours.
Some customers may experience discolored water. However, there is no impact to public health. The yellowish tint is due to naturally occurring minerals which were stirred in the iron pipe of the water main.
Customers who wish to, may "self-flush" the line by turning on cold water full force from the bathtub faucet until the water runs clear. This process could take approximately 15 minutes. Do not run hot water, as stirred up sediment can cause damage to water heaters.
Residents can pick up bottled water at Gallup Fire Station #2 at 911 W. Lincoln Ave. Residents with impaired mobility who need water delivered can call (505) 722-4195.
Questions can be directed to Utility Dispatch at (505) 863-1200 or the Water Department at (505) 879-5722.
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Three water breaks that occurred within hours of each other on the evening of June 13 are still not completely repaired as of the evening of June 14.
The water line near the intersection of Lincoln and 9th has been repaired. Unfortunately, equipment in the Gibson Pressure Relief Valve Station was damaged by the break.
Water Operators were operating the Gibson PRV manually at 6:30 pm to send water to the North Side.
Another four to six hours may be required in order for water to reach the area.
The City of Gallup has a controls technician enroute from Albuquerque to help with repairs.
Questions can be directed to Utility Dispatch at (505) 863-1200 or the Water Department at (505) 879-5722.
