Press Release

For Immediate Release

Monday, December 29, 2025

Contact:

Jennifer Rose

Press Secretary, Office of Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr.

Email: Jrose@waterburyct.org

City Provides Update on Thomaston Avenue Water Main Repairs Following Overnight Work

(Waterbury, CT) City officials provided an update today at the site of the original water main break on Thomaston Avenue following the successful overnight installation of line stop valves, a critical step in advancing permanent repairs.

Despite freezing rain and cold, wet conditions, Water Department crews and contractors successfully installed line stop valves on the 36-inch low pressure water main at approximately 1:30 AM. The completion of this work allows crews to safely move forward with replacing damaged sections of pipe and restoring the roadway.

During the overnight operation, a limited number of residents experienced pressure issues, which have since been resolved. There is no boil water advisory in effect.

Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. praised the crews for completing the work under challenging conditions.

“This was difficult, highly technical work completed overnight in freezing rain and harsh conditions,” Mayor Pernerewski said. “Our Water Department crews and contractors got the job done safely, and because of that work, we are now able to move into the final phase of permanent repairs. I appreciate the patience of our residents and the dedication of everyone involved.”

With the line stop valves now in place, crews have begun replacing the broken sections of pipe and restoring the roadway near the original break site on Thomaston Avenue. Weather permitting, this phase of construction is expected to take approximately 10 additional days.

Water Superintendent Brad Malay explained the significance of the overnight work and outlined the next steps for the system.

“The installation of the line stop valves was a major milestone,” Malay said. “It allows us to safely isolate this section of main and complete the necessary pipe replacement without interrupting water service. Once work in this area is finalized, we will move forward with replacing the five highest priority valves identified by the Water Department to further strengthen Waterbury’s water system.”

City crews will continue to closely monitor the water system throughout the repair process and will provide updates as work progresses. Residents are encouraged to visit www.waterburyct.org for official information.