Fire Hydrant Testing

The Hattiesburg Fire Department will launch its annual fire hydrant testing program starting Monday, November 18. This program ensures compliance with the Mississippi State Rating Bureau’s requirements and plays a critical role in maintaining fire readiness and public safety.

Why is Hydrant Testing Important?
Hydrant testing evaluates the pressure and flow of every fire hydrant within Hattiesburg city limits. These inspections are essential for:

Ensuring hydrants are in proper working order.
Maintaining the city’s Class 3 fire rating.
Enhancing the department’s ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

What to Expect During Testing
Residents in the areas being tested may experience the following:

Temporary water disruptions: Low pressure or discolored water are normal during testing.
Traffic detours: Roadblocks or detours may occur as crews work on hydrants.

If you experience extended water service issues or persistent discoloration, please contact 601-545-4500.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is my water pressure low?

A: Your water pressure may be low due to the flushing of fire hydrants, which lowers the water pressure in the area that is being tested. This issue will be resolved once flushing is completed.

Q: Why is my water discolored?

A: Water discoloration or turbid water is caused by the stirring of sedimentation in the water main when hydrants are flushed.

Q: What should I do if my residence has discolored water?

A: Run faucets within your home for a few minutes or until the water becomes clear.

Q: If water is discolored, is it safe for consumption?

A: Yes. The discoloration is caused by harmless mineral deposits that settle in the water main and are stirred during the flushing activity.

Q: Is it OK to wash laundry when water is discolored?

A: No. Please run all water inside the home for approximately 15 minutes or until the water clears. You should check water clarity by capturing a sample from the washing machine in a clear glass or container. If water is cloudy or discolored, please do not wash the laundry. If your clothes become discolored due to cloudy water, do not put them in the drier. First, run a cycle of water through your machine and rewash discolored clothes.

Weekly Schedule of Testing Areas

This list will be updated every Friday until complete. The schedule may be adjusted due to call volume and weather.

Testing schedule for the week of December 16 – December 22.

Station 1
▪️ 42 Bypass
▪️ Adeline St
▪️ Allen St
▪️ Barton St
▪️ Camp St
▪️ Clark St
▪️ Concart St
▪️ Court St
▪️ Dewey St
▪️ East 6th
▪️ East 7th
▪️ East 9th
▪️ East 10th
▪️ Flowers St
▪️ Forrest St
▪️ Geneva St
▪️ Gravel Line St
▪️ Gussie St
▪️ Heiddle St
▪️ Hemphill
▪️ JD Randolph
▪️ Julian St
▪️ Kinnard St
▪️ Lula St
▪️ Mamie St
▪️ Main St
▪️ Memphis St
▪️ New Orleans St
▪️ S 10th
▪️ S 11th
▪️ S 12th
▪️ Scott St

Station 2
▪️ Clayton Pl
▪️ Estelle Ave
▪️ Foxchase Dr
▪️ Hicks St
▪️ Lincoln Rd
▪️ Longue Vue Dr
▪️ Madison Plz
▪️ Marie St
▪️ McInnis Rd
▪️ Resinol on Dixie Pine
▪️ Roosevelt St
▪️ S 28th Ave
▪️ Sunset Dr
▪️ Sutton Pl
▪️ Velma St
▪️ Washington St
▪️ Winsor Dr
▪️ Wyatt St

Station 3
▪️ Annie Lane
▪️ Att Avenue
▪️ Cox Street
▪️ Dawson Street
▪️ Davidson Place
▪️ Douglas Street
▪️ Gasaway Loop
▪️ JM Tatum Industrial Drive
▪️ Malcolm Street
▪️ Monroe Street
▪️ North Hattiesburg Avenue
▪️ Old Airport Road
▪️ Perry Street
▪️ Railroad Avenue
▪️ Selma Lane
▪️ South Chancellor Road
▪️ South Hattiesburg Avenue
▪️ Sullivan Drive
▪️ WL Runnels

Station 4
▪️ Aztec
▪️ Cahal St
▪️ East Dr
▪️ E Roberts
▪️ Grace Ave
▪️ Industrial Dr
▪️ Long St
▪️ Lynnox Cir
▪️ McLelland St
▪️ Meadowlane
▪️ Melwood Dr
▪️ Midway Dr
▪️ Mixon St
▪️ N 19th
▪️ N 25th
▪️ Northhill Dr
▪️ Saucier Dr
▪️ Southview Dr
▪️ W Roberts

Station 5
▪️ 6th Ave
▪️ 7th Ave
▪️ 63rd
▪️ Arcadia
▪️ Broadway
▪️ Crestview Dr
▪️ Eddy
▪️ Emerald Dr
▪️ E Hardy St
▪️ Florence
▪️ Irene St
▪️ Jersey St
▪️ Scooba
▪️ S 17th
▪️ Timothy Ln
▪️ West Pine

Station 6
▪️ Charles Lane Drive
▪️ Church St
▪️ Comanche
▪️ Eagles Walk
▪️ E Memorial Dr
▪️ Forrest Ave
▪️ Hillendale Dr
▪️ Jamestown Rd
▪️ Laramie Cir
▪️ Laredo Dr
▪️ Magnolia Pl
▪️ Mandalay Dr
▪️ Mesa Dr
▪️ Monterrey Lane
▪️ Navajo Cir
▪️ Prince George
▪️ S 28th
▪️ Sioux Ln
▪️ Southern Drive
▪️ Southern Miss Drive
▪️ University Blvd
▪️ W Memorial Dr
▪️ Williamsburg Rd
▪️ Woodland Hills

Station 7
▪️ Broadway Dr
▪️ Brookhollow Blvd
▪️ Canal Dr
▪️ Dogwood
▪️ Greenbriar Dr
▪️ Holly Dr
▪️ Longwood Dr
▪️ Medical Park
▪️ Pinehills Dr
▪️ Shadow Wood Dr
▪️ S 28th Ext
▪️ Victoria Dr

Station 8
▪️ Cross Creek Pkwy
▪️ Fairfield Dr
▪️ Gravel Pit Rd
▪️ Hillcrest Dr
▪️ Jackson Road
▪️ King Rd
▪️ Lake Forgetful
▪️ Liberty Pl
▪️ Lincoln Rd Ext
▪️ Market Ct
▪️ Oak Grove Rd
▪️ Rambling Rose Ln
▪️ Shadow Ridge
▪️ Weathersby Rd
▪️ Weeping Willow Cir

Station 9
▪️ Bermuda Dr
▪️ Beverly Hills Rd
▪️ Blue Gable Rd
▪️ Campbell Dr
▪️ Campbell Loop
▪️ Campbell Scenic Dr
▪️ Carlsbad Dr
▪️ Ellis Drive
▪️ E Yellowstone
▪️ Everglades
▪️ Gunnison Dr
▪️ Plantation Place Dr
▪️ Shelby Thames Dr
▪️ Shemper Drive
▪️ W Yellowstone