To All of Our Water Customers in Little Traverse Township
We plan to start flushing and exercising valves Thursday May 11 and finish up by Friday May19

HYDRANT FLUSHING NOTICE On Thursday May 11, 2023, the Little Traverse Township Water Department will begin flushing fire hydrants. Flushing will continue thru Friday May 19, 2023 and will be conducted between the hours of 8am and 6pm. Please be advised that you may experience a drop in water pressure as well as some discoloration of the water during this process. The discoloration of the water is only temporary and does not indicate a problem with the water. If your water does become discolored, turn on an outside faucet to clear the water line before doing any laundry or cleaning. The Water Department will continue to monitor the water quality during this period to ensure that the water remains safe to drink. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but flushing is an important part of our system maintenance.

1.The process of periodically flushing fire hydrants is an important preventive maintenance activity. This allows DPW employees to test hydrants for flow and operations. Should any repairs be required it is noted and the repairs are scheduled before cold weather sets in. At this time the hydrants are also pumped down to prevent freezing during the winter season.

Flushing, although it may appear to waste water, provides the DPW the means to clean and refresh the entire water distribution system. By discharging a large volume of water through a fire hydrant, water flow within the pipeline is increased. This increased flow actually scours the inside of the pipeline, removing and then transporting silt and mineral deposits out of the water system.

The above procedures are necessary to maintain the integrity of the water system.

During the flushing process, it is not uncommon for a yellow, brown or reddish tint to appear in the water. Harmless mineral deposits settle in the water mains and flushing the fire hydrants stirs the deposits sometimes causing discoloration of the water.

The main impact of hydrant flushing is discolored water. Here’s what you should do if hydrant flushing is taking place in your neighborhood:

2. If possible, avoid using water while the hydrant flushing is taking place. By not using water from the tap (cold or hot) or running appliances that use water (dishwashers and washing machines), you can prevent discolored water from entering your household plumbing system altogether.

• If you encounter discolored water following hydrant flushing, run the cold water taps only. Do not use hot water taps throughout your home at bathroom sinks, tubs, kitchen faucets etc. for 5 to 15 minutes or until water clears. This allows discolored water to work its way out of your household plumbing system. By not using your hot water taps, this should prevent discolored water from entering your hot water system. If you do experience discolored water on your hot side, flush in the same manner as the cold system. 

• Don’t do laundry while or shortly after flushing is taking place. The discolored water can sometimes stain fabrics. Wait until water runs clear at your taps before using your washing machine, and wash a load of dark clothes first.

• If laundry appears to be stained, keep articles wet. Do Not Dry. Rewash load using a stain/rust remover (such as a product called “Rust Out”). Do Not Use Bleach on stained laundry as bleach will “set” the stain.

• If, after flushing your water pressure or volume seems low, clean faucet screens to remove silt and mineral sediment that could be obstructing water flow.

It is time for Little Traverse Township to approve the Master Plan for our Township.

Below is a link to a letter that was sent to various municipalities to inform them of the release of our Master Plan Draft. Following the letter is a link to the
DRAFT copy of the Master Plan so that you may review it at your convenience.
There will be a public hearing this summer before the final changes are made for final review of the Plan.

63-Day Review Notification Letter

Click Here For Draft Copy – Little Traverse Township Master Plan DRAFT 

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—– Reminder: Sign Regulations —–

Graduations ~ Yard Sales ~ Weddings ~ Showers

—– No Signs Are Allowed on Road Right-of-Way (33′ from the center of the road)! —–

The following regulations apply to the display of signs typically used for garage/yard sale, auction, political, real estate, open houses, and other events.

– Signs may be located off premise but only with permission of the other property owner.

– Signs shall not be placed any closer than 5 feet from the front property line, (i.e., the sign must be at least 5′ away from the road right-of-way, not the pavement).

– Signs shall be removed within 24 hours of an event.

– Signs in the road right-of-way will be removed to the Township Hall at the owner’s expense and may be retrieved prior to disposal after 30 days.

– Repeat offenders will receive citations.

If you have questions, please call the Township Hall at 526-0351.

Burning Warning

~ Safety First ~
Use care when burning, check the link below to see if it’s legal to burn today!

Visit the DNR website for information on if you are allowed to burn in your area.

Click Here for DNR Permission to Burn (Burn Permit)