Ice in the Allegheny River blocked intake to Pittsburgh Water’s treatment plant on Tuesday, causing concern for water pressure and service.
The blockage was “restricting capacity and preventing normal pumping operations” in Pittsburgh Water’s service area, according to Mayor Corey O’Connor’s Office. The water company later said the obstruction reduced the volume of treated water produced at the plant.
O’Connor’s office, in its initial announcement at 10:45 a.m., said the blockage could have impacted pressure and water service, especially in higher elevation neighborhoods. But, Pittsburgh Water says it was able to maintain service throughout the blockage…