GROVELAND — The Groveland Water and Sewer Department reports that Well #1 is back in service, and residents may resume their normal water usage.
Last week, the Department shut down Well #1 to perform necessary repairs. The mechanical parts were removed, inspected and cleaned. Two sections of the motor shaft were replaced, and iron and manganese deposits were scraped from the pump and pump bowls.
The gravel surrounding the well was scoured and cleaned with equipment to improve water flow toward the well itself. The same minerals that cause water discoloration clog the gravel around the well and restrict flow. No flow to the well means no flow to the residents.
As part of this process, residents were asked to conserve water to avoid a water ban.
As of today, Well #1 is now back in service. Residents can now resume all outdoor water usage habits.
The Department thanks residents for their patience and understanding in voluntarily conserving water. Due to the ongoing cooperation, the Department was able to avoid a water ban.
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