New Windsor water main replacement slows traffic, may interrupt service

Work is underway on Old New Windsor Road as the Town of New Windsor Public Works Department, working with Mid Atlantic Utilities, replaces a section of water main from the bridge to the entrance of the Atlee Ridge subdivision. The multi stage project began December 15 and will continue through December 19, weather permitting, and involves excavation, utility relocation, traffic control and a stream crossing.

Motorists should expect a temporary one lane traffic pattern for the duration of the work. Traffic control measures will be in place at the work area, and drivers should plan for slower travel times when passing the job site. The replacement includes a planned tie in to the existing 12 inch water main. That connection will require a scheduled temporary shutdown of service to allow for pressure testing and flushing. Town notices advise residents that the shutdown will last approximately 4 to 6 hours on the day the tie in is performed.

Residents in and around the Atlee Ridge subdivision should be prepared for that service interruption, and store water for basic needs if their homes are on the affected section of the system. Property owners with medical or special water needs should contact Town Hall as soon as possible so the town can discuss possible assistance or scheduling details. The town is posting updates on its Facebook page and is asking residents to follow those posts for any changes to timing, especially if weather impacts the schedule.

This work is part of routine municipal infrastructure maintenance to replace aging mains and maintain water system reliability. While short term disruptions are inconvenient, completing the project now will reduce the risk of future service interruptions from breaks or leaks. County residents who travel Old New Windsor Road during the week should allow extra time, and those with questions or concerns should contact Town Hall for specific information and timing.