Water main flushing to begin Oct. 19 in Moody Centre

The City of Port Moody will begin flushing water mains in the Moody Centre neighbourhood on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. The work is expected to take about six weeks. Residents and businesses may experience temporary discolouration, pressure fluctuations or sediment in their water. If that happens, run cold water in a bathtub or another large fixture until it starts to clear. The City says these conditions should be brief and do not pose a health hazard. For more information, call Operations at 604.469.4574.

The City uses unidirectional flushing to maintain water quality in its distribution system. The process involves strategically closing valves and opening fire hydrants in sections of the system to create high water velocities in targeted mains. Compared with other flushing methods, it uses less water and cleans the inside walls of water mains more effectively.