Wells may need to be tested before they can be used; there is cooking and drinking water available at 7 locations. (See map or list below for locations.)
250 gal. community-use water totes are available at several locations around the #ColdSpringsFire burn area. Residents should bring empty jugs or containers to fill up with water for their home cooking and drinking use.
An 8-unit shower trailer is set up at the Nederland transfer station at 286 Ridge Rd. for any residents who don’t have water or power restored and want to take a shower.
Only six homes are currently without power.
Fact guide on: Wells and Wastewater After a Fire
Wells
- Visually inspect your well and other components of your water system for damage including melted wiring for pumps and the well head.
- If the well head has been damaged, temporarily cap or cover the well with a 5 gallon bucket to prevent contaminants from entering.
- If you find damage to your well or water system, contact an appropriate contractor to repair the damage.
- If your water tastes or smells earthy, smoky or burnt, you may need to thoroughly flush your water lines.
- If you have concerns about water safety, have your water tested. If you have a cistern that was exposed to the fire, have the water in it tested.
Intersections where community-use water totes are available:
- Bonanza/Ridge
- Blue Spruce/Ridge
- Cold Springs/Ridge
- Cougar/Ridge
- Hurricane/Ridge
- Summer Rd/Ridge
- Cold Spring/Hummer
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