Boil Water Advisory Lifted After City Completes Sampling

*BATTLE CREEK, Mich.* — The City of Battle Creek has canceled a boil water advisory that was issued Wednesday, after follow-up testing confirmed the water supply is safe for consumption.

The advisory, prompted by a water main break, was in effect on parts of Cliff Street, several homes on Douglas Street, and a portion of Main Street.

"The City of Battle Creek has determined it is no longer necessary to use bottled water or to boil tap water before drinking or cooking," the city wrote in a Thursday release.

What Caused the Advisory

Water main breaks cause a drop in pressure, which can allow bacteria to enter the water system. When pressure dips below a certain threshold, there is a potential for contaminants to infiltrate the infrastructure.

The city crews shut down a portion of the water system for improvements or repairs, which led to the pressure reduction that triggered the precautionary measure.

Testing Shows Water Is Safe

After completing follow-up sampling, the City of Battle Creek found that no coliform bacteria was present in the water supply. With the test results meeting water quality standards, the advisory has been lifted.

"The advisory was issued as a precaution, and crews are working to restore pressure as soon as possible," city officials said.

Residents Can Resume Normal Water Use

The city posted updates on its website regarding the advisory status. Residents in the affected areas can now resume their normal water use without boiling or using bottled water.

For additional information, the City of Battle Creek Department of Public Works can be reached at (269) 966-3493.

Affected Areas

The boil water advisory was in effect for the following locations:

  • Cliff Street — house numbers 390 through 409
  • Douglas Street — house numbers 15 through 25
  • Main Street — 283 Main Street

Community Impact

While the advisory was brief, the water main break and subsequent pressure issues temporarily disrupted service for residents in the affected neighborhoods. The city's quick response and follow-up testing ensured that residents could return to normal water use as soon as possible.

The city continues to monitor the water system and will post any future updates on its website.