Hydrant flushing: The flushing of fire hydrants on campus takes place annually. Water may appear cloudy through May 24. The water will be safe to drink, according to Ann Christofferson, manager of the Water and Sewer Division of the Department of Utilities. Fire hydrants on both the endowed and state campuses will be flushed up until that time.
Campus steam shutdown: Annual campuswide steam shutdowns are scheduled so that essential maintenance work on the steam distribution system and repairs at the Central Heating Plant can be made. This year the system will be shut down on Tuesday, May 28, at 5 a.m. The steam system will start up again on Thursday, May 30, at 5 p.m. Most buildings will not have full steam until midnight or later after startup. Facilities and Campus Services regrets the inconvenience this may cause, but the department has learned through experience that the period just after commencement adversely affects the fewest people and activities on campus. If you anticipate problems, contact the Customer Service Center at 255-5322. A reminder notice to building and department coordinators will be sent prior to the actual shutdown.