Chattooga County officials have announced two upcoming road closures tied to infrastructure projects, with work set to affect both Hair Lake Road and Spring Creek Road.
The City of Summerville Fire Department is conducting hydrant flushing across parts of the city on April 7 and 8 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
The work is focused on West Summerville, including the Highway 48 area, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road.
During the flushing process, residents may notice brief periods of discolored water. City officials say this is normal and safe. If discoloration occurs, simply run your tap for a few minutes until the water clears.
Fire department crews will be performing routine maintenance on hydrants, including lubrication, flushing, and function checks to ensure the system is working properly.
Officials say the work is essential to keeping the community safe and prepared.
Residents in Chattooga County who are served by the Summerville Water Department are being notified of planned hydrant flushing set for Monday, March 30th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
According to the City of Summerville Fire Department, crews will be working in areas including Highway 48, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road as part of routine system maintenance.
During this time, residents may notice brief periods of water discoloration. Officials say this is normal and safe, and if it occurs, simply running your tap for a few minutes should allow the water to clear.
The maintenance work includes hydrant lubrication, flushing, and function checks, all of which are essential to ensure the system remains reliable and ready for emergencies.
City officials thank residents for their patience and cooperation as they complete this important work to keep the community protected.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has announced several bids awarded after last Friday’s bid deadline, covering equipment purchases and facility improvements across the county.
City of Summerville water customers may experience low or no water pressure on Friday, March 20, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. as crews work to repair a fire hydrant.
According to city officials, the temporary disruption is necessary to complete the repair work and restore proper service. Customers in several areas are expected to be impacted during this time.
Affected areas include:
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Mahan Road
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Hairlake Road
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Williams Road
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Beavers Road
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Calland Drive
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And surrounding areas
Residents in these locations are encouraged to plan ahead and take necessary precautions while crews complete the repairs.
City officials apologize for any inconvenience and thank customers for their patience as the work is carried out.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen is seeking sealed bids for two separate construction projects, including new pole barn buildings for the county’s Public Works Department and a roof replacement at the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen released a statement Wednesday evening outlining the county’s progress, financial challenges and plans for the future in what he described as a “2026 State of Chattooga County” update to residents.
Residents in West Summerville will see fire crews out across the area today as the City of Summerville Fire Department conducts scheduled hydrant maintenance.
The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular scheduled meeting on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Walker County Courthouse Annex III in LaFayette.
Summerville Police are investigating an incident involving property damage at the city’s wastewater treatment plant after a vehicle reportedly struck a commercial chain link fence.