Dixon announces upcoming hydrant flushing schedule

Hydrant flushing in Dixon will take place the week of Nov. 9, according to city officials. Here’s the schedule:Monday, Nov. 9: South side of Rock River to Seventh Street from Galena Avenue to Idle OaksTuesday, Nov. 10: South side of Rock River to Seventh Street to the west of Galena AvenueWednesday, Nov. 11: South side of Rock River. South of Seventh Street, including the Industrial ParkThursday, Nov. 12: North side of Rock River. East of Galena Avenue out to the prisonFriday, Nov. 13: North side of Rock River. West of Galena Avenue, including Lowell Park RoadCustomers may notice some rusty water while the hydrants are being flushed, but this should clear after a short time.Flushing removes mineral deposits and pulls fresh water into low-flow areas to prevent minerals from accumulating and forming scale. Additionally, flushing allows city personnel to check hydrants for proper function. Water flows are also checked citywide to be certain sufficient water is available to fight fires, ac