UPDATE: Granite Shoals extends water conservation request
UPDATED, JUNE 20, 2023: The city of Granite Shoals extended its water conservation request through June 21 as crews repair the pump systems. A lightning strike damaged pump controls on June 16, which led to a cascade of malfunctions that diminished the system’s water pressure and storage levels. Initially, the city hoped to have everything fixed by Tuesday.
Crews restored partial power to the pump system but are still waiting on replacement parts necessary to bring the equipment back to full power. A new motor is expected on Wednesday. Residents should be able to return to normal water use once it is installed, according to Granite Shoals Utilities Superintendent Joshua Hisey.
“We should have it all fixed up by the end of the business day tomorrow (Wednesday, June 21),“ Hisey told DailyTrib.com. “As of now, we’re able to fill the (water) towers, but we’re still asking people to conserve.”
City Manager Peggy Smith issued a statement to DailyTrib.com on Monday advising that non-essential water usage such as filling swimming pools, washing cars, and using irrigation systems should be limited. Everyday use, including taking showers and washing dishes, is not an issue.