RICHARDSON (WBAP/KLIF) – Water restrictions put in place for Richardson residents following a water main break Thursday are lifted but some residents are waiting for answers.
The North Texas Municipal Water District repaired a section of 72-inch-diameter treated water pipeline. According to NTMWD, the pipeline has been repaired and was placed back into service Monday.
The pipeline break involved one of two major water transmission lines that serve the City of Richardson and surrounding communities, including Garland, Murphy, Plano, Sachse and Wylie.
“We would like to thank all individuals and crews that have worked around the clock to restore full water service to thousands of people in the area served by this pipeline,” said Tom Kula, NTMWD Executive Director. “It is anticipated that the roadway will require several weeks for repair.”
Officials with the water district said Tuesday that the district will continue to work to determine the cause of the pipeline failure and will communicate with affected homeowners, as additional information is available. Residents whose homes were flooded are left wondering who will pay for repairs. NTMWD said the cause of the break will determine if damages are covered by insurance.
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