WATER FLUSHING - APRIL

Waterline flushing schedule for Ocean Pines and surrounding area water systems

The Water and Wastewater Division of Public Works will begin its semi-annual program for flushing waterlines in the Ocean Pines Service Area between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The following proposed Spring 2026 dates for the flushing of the waterlines are subject to change.

• April 14 – River Run
• April 24 – Pennington Commons Area
• April 30 – Bay Point Plantations
• April 13 – 29 – Ocean Pines Sections 1-19 (see the sectional chart below or visit http://www.co.worcester.md.us/.../files/OP_Sections.pdf)

Section Start Date Section Start Date

3 4/13/2026 14B 4/21/2026

7 4/13/2026 14C 4/21/2026

6 4/14/2026 14D 4/22/2026

8 4/14/2026 9 4/23/2026

2 4/15/2026 11 4/23/2026

5 4/15/2026 16 4/24/2026

1 4/15/2026 10A 4/24/2026

4 4/16/2026 10 4/27/2026

19 4/16/2026 15A 4/28/2026

18 4/17/2026 15B 4/28/2026

12 4/17/2026 17 4/29/2026

13 4/20/2026

14A 4/20/2026

Routine flushing of the water system helps to reduce the frequency of discolored water. Public Works crews open and close the hydrants, flushing out the built-up iron deposits. Sometimes, this can lead to temporary increases in suspended iron, which should settle out within a few hours of the flushing.

Please be aware that, even on dates the water lines in your section are not being flushed, it is still possible to experience discolored water. If area residents notice that their water becomes cloudy during these times, please allow the water to run for a few minutes until it becomes clear. For more information, please call the Water and Wastewater Division at (410) 641-5251.