A water main break early Sunday caused widespread water issues in the Town of Waynesville Water System.
Town officials said a 12-inch main line broke at 6:57 a.m. Sunday, January 25, draining more than half of the town’s water tank storage. Crews responded quickly and isolated the leak, and the storage tank was in the process of being refilled. Officials said once the tank is filled, water pressure is expected to be restored.
In the meantime, Camp Branch Road remained closed between Browning Road and Allens Creek Road while repairs are made.
Residents were asked to conserve water for essential use, or use bottled water, for the next 48 hours—or until the town issues an update—so the tank can refill as quickly as possible.
A Boil Water Advisory remained in effect for customers on the Town of Waynesville Water System. When service is restored, customers were advised to boil all water used for human consumption—including drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation—or use bottled water. Officials said bringing water to a vigorous boil for one minute should kill organisms that may be present.
As of 8pm Sunday, the boil water advisory was lifted.
