When will my area have hydrant flushing in Hinckley?

Flushing occurs by area: Downtown & west of Hwy 61 (Apr 26–28), east of Hwy 61 & west of I‑35 (May 5–7), east of I‑35 to County Rd. 15 (May 12–14), and east of County Rd. 15 (May 18–21).

What should I do if my water looks discolored after flushing?

Let cold water run for a few minutes from a non‑filtered faucet until it runs clear, and delay laundry until then.

Will flushing affect my water safety?

Flushing may cause temporary discoloration but is generally not a health risk; running cold water clears particulates.

Public Hearing — Hinckley

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Affects:HomeownersTenantsGeneral Public

The City of Hinckley will flush fire hydrants in different zones on specified April–May dates; residents may see discolored water and are advised to run cold water and delay laundry until water clears.

Key Takeaways

Hydrant flushing schedules run April 26–28 through May 18–21
You may see discolored water during these dates
Run cold water from a non-filtered faucet until clear
Avoid washing clothes until water runs clear

Published: May 14, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Hinckley

If you don't respond

If you ignore the guidance during the scheduled flushing (e.g., on your area's dates), discolored water may stain laundry or clogged filters; run cold water until it clears to avoid these issues.

What to do next

1
Check the schedule for your area
Confirm which of the four date ranges covers your neighborhood and note the specific dates listed in the notice.
2
Run cold water if discolored
If you notice discoloration on the listed dates, run cold water from a non‑filtered faucet for several minutes until clear.
3
Delay laundry
Avoid using washing machines during your area's flushing dates to prevent staining until water is clear.

Frequently asked questions

When will my area have hydrant flushing in Hinckley?: Flushing occurs by area: Downtown & west of Hwy 61 (Apr 26–28), east of Hwy 61 & west of I‑35 (May 5–7), east of I‑35 to County Rd. 15 (May 12–14), and east of County Rd. 15 (May 18–21).
What should I do if my water looks discolored after flushing?: Let cold water run for a few minutes from a non‑filtered faucet until it runs clear, and delay laundry until then.
Will flushing affect my water safety?: Flushing may cause temporary discoloration but is generally not a health risk; running cold water clears particulates.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICEThe City of Hinckley will beflushing hydrants in the followinglocations on the following dates:Downtown Area & West Side ofHwy 61- April 26-28East Side of Hwy 61 & West ofI35- May 5-7East of I35 to County Rd. 15-May 12-14East of Country Rd. 15- May18-21During this time, you may noticethe water being a little different incolor, please let the cold water runfor a few minutes from a non-filteredfaucet. We recommend not washingclothes until you know your water isrunning clear.Thank you for your patience andcooperation!People Service Inc.PO Box 708Hinckley, MN 55037Published in the North PineCounty News on April 30, May 7,14 20261 col x 3.5 inches x $10 x 3weeks = $105