City of Manchester announces upcoming water system improvements and well testing

Some City of Manchester residents will have water disruptions & boil notices this week. Public domain image.

submitted by Michael Sessions, City of Manchester, manager

The City of Manchester will conduct several important water system projects during the week of July 27 – 31, 2026, including two water distribution system repairs. While these projects are necessary to maintain and improve the City’s drinking water system, residents in limited areas may experience temporary service interruptions or be subject to precautionary boil water advisories.

Downtown Valve Repair – July 28

On Tuesday, July 28, the City will complete a valve repair in downtown Manchester.

Customers directly affected by this work have already received mailed notifications and door notices. Following the repair, a precautionary boil water advisory will be issued only for those affected properties while water quality samples are collected and analyzed.

The City expects water service to be restored the same day. If laboratory testing confirms the water meets all state drinking water standards, the boil water advisory is expected to be lifted on the morning of Thursday, July 30.

W. Main Street Hydrant Repair – July 29

A second water system improvement project is scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, involving a hydrant repair on West Main Street.

As with the downtown repair, only customers in the affected area have been notified and will be subject to a precautionary boil water advisory following the repair while bacteriological samples are collected.

Pending satisfactory laboratory results, this advisory is expected to be lifted on the afternoon of Friday, July 31.

Residents Not Receiving Notices Are Not Affected

The City emphasizes that only residents and businesses that receive a mailed notice, a door notice, or a boil water advisory are affected by these projects. Residents who do not receive one of these notices are not impacted and may continue using their water as normal.

The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as these infrastructure improvements are completed. These projects are part of the City’s ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and reliable drinking water system.

Residents with questions may contact the City of Manchester at (734) 428-7877.

by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and a founder of the Manchester Mirror.