Flow-testing fire hydrants happening now along 13th Ave SW to Melgaard Rd

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 10:30am Wednesday, July 16th, 2025, the Aberdeen Fire Rescue will begin flow-testing fire hydrants in the following area:

13th Ave. SW to Melgaard Rd.

Between

5th St. & S. 12th St.

The fire department will be opening hydrants and residents will experience some water pressure changes, and in some instances the water will be disturbed to the point of discoloring or appearing rusty.  The project will continue until all hydrants in this area have been tested.  Any questions or concerns can be reported to the Public Works Department at 605-626-7010.