Brown water is often caused by disturbances to the water main, like main breaks or fire hydrant uses that stir up the sediment that has settled at the bottom of the main. While it may look unsafe, the sediment is harmless river silt particles from our unfiltered water supply. If you experience this problem, avoid using any water for one or two hours. If the water does not clear, call us. If brown or yellow water persists, it may be caused by corrosion in your home plumbing.

If you experience water quality problems and would like to speak with a water quality specialist, call (253) 502-8700.