News & Announcements

April 4th, 2025

Hydrant Testing

As a part of the responsibility for maintaining fire hydrants, Morgantown Utility Board will begin fire flow testing and inspection of hydrants throughout Monongalia County. During flow testing, customers may experience the following:

  • Decreases in Water Pressure
    When a hydrant is opened, water flowing through the system increases dramatically. This increase in flow to the hydrant can cause a drop in residential and business water pressure while flushing is occurring. Water pressure should return to normal after flushing has occurred. If it does not, please check other taps in your home to ensure that debris is not lodged in a faucet. If a lack of water pressure continues, please contact us at (304) 292-8443 or via email at mubmail@mub.org.
  • Water Discoloration
    Increases in flows during flushing can stir up minerals and deposits in the pipes and clear them out. When this happens, residents and businesses may notice that their water has become discolored. Should this occur, run your faucet on cold at the lowest point of the house until the water runs clear, which may take 10-15 minutes. If your water doesn't clear the first time, wait a few minutes and repeat this process. You should also remember to avoid washing clothes until the water clears. If your water still does not clear after taking these steps, please call MUB at (304) 292-8443.

MUB reminds residents that opening fire hydrants is not only illegal, but very dangerous. The extreme force of water from an open hydrant can easily cause injury. Residents are also reminded that hydrants should remain visible, should not be tampered with, and should not be blocked by cars or shrubs as this might delay firefighters in their duties of extinguishing a fire.