What is a water main break?

A water main is an underground pipe that delivers water to the customer’s water service lateral/pipe. If a hole or crack develops in the pipe, the water will typically find its way to the surface. Because the water main is under pressure, water will continue to flow until the break is repaired. 


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1. What is a water main break?
2. How do I report a water main break?
3. What causes water main break?
4. How does Spotsylvania County Utilities repair a water main break?
5. How long does it take to repair a water main break?
6. How do we determine which breaks to repair first on any given day?
7. What should I do when my water service is restored?