The city of Copperas Cove issued a local disaster declaration Monday and implemented Stage 4C water restrictions following a weekend water main break and water main valve break on Sunday.
According to a news release from the city, work crews completed repairs by the early morning hours on Monday. The water main valve break has disrupted water service to the entire water distribution system and the water storage system is not recharging due to continued usage throughout the system.
In response, Mayor Dan D. Yancey has issued a Declaration of Local Disaster and an Order for Stage 4C Implementation, both effective at 1 p.m. Monday.
These emergency measures are anticipated to remain in effect until the water system is fully recharged, anticipated to be an approximate 24-hour event., the city said.
All citizens are strongly encouraged to review and follow the Stage 4C Water Restrictions, which are available on the City’s website at
https://library.municode.com/tx/copperas_cove/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH6CIDIPREMMA_ARTIIWACODRCOPL
Notification will be provided when the Stage 4C Restrictions are rescinded. Updates will be posted on both the City’s website at www.copperascovetx.gov and on the City's social media pages.
Any person who knowingly or intentionally violates this order may be issued a citation for a Class C Misdemeanor, punishable by a fine ranging from $100 to $2,000.
The public's cooperation is critical in helping us restore water supply and ensure the safety and well-being of our community, the release stated.
Questions or concerns may be directed to Corey Chambers, Water Distribution Superintendent, at [email protected] or (254) 547-0751 x4, Public Works at (254) 547-0751 x8, or Public Relations at [email protected]. If a customer wishes to contact TCEQ directly, they may call (512) 239-4691.
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At 12:47 p.m., the Herald posted the following article:
At 12:30 p.m., the city of Copperas Cove issued this message to residents:
The City of Copperas Cove is aware that water pressure and service impacts are currently affecting customers throughout the entire city as the water distribution system continues to recover from repairs related to yesterday’s water line break.
Crews have completed necessary repairs and are working to repressurize and restore the water distribution system. Because water levels and pressure must rebuild throughout the system, restoration will occur gradually. Residents may experience low water pressure, intermittent service, or temporary loss of water service during this process.
Residents and businesses are asked to conserve water as much as possible until further notice. Limiting nonessential water use will assist the system in rebuilding water levels and pressure more efficiently.
Residents who have completely lost water service are also encouraged to turn off electric water heaters to help prevent possible damage. Water heaters may be turned back on once water service has been fully restored and the tank has refilled.
City crews continue to monitor the system and work toward full restoration. The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation during this ongoing response.
Please stay tuned to the City of Copperas Cove’s official communication channels for further instructions and updates.