Water tie-ins and water breaks at various locations within the City limits have caused discoloration in the water system.
Customers on the north side of Gallup may experience discoloration in their water system. At this point the City of Gallup Water Department will not be flushing any water lines. This may cause more discoloration to the water systems or cause other breaks in the area.
There is no impact to public health. The yellowish tint is due to naturally occurring minerals getting stirred up in the iron pipe of the water main.
Customers who experience any discolored water problems are encouraged to turn cold water on from a bathtub faucet until it runs clear again. Do not run hot water, as stirred up sediment may damage your water heater.
