Where is my water shut-off at the street?
Finding the Water Shut-off Valve
- Look for a rectangular or round cover that will be near the edge of your property, often between the curb and the sidewalk. Some water main valves are located along an alley, rather than the street.
- Open the cover to the meter to find the water shut-off valve.
Can I turn my water off overnight?
Everyone in your home should know where the main water shutoff valve is located so they can stop the water in an emergency. And you should turn it off whenever you leave home, even overnight. If you’re not sure where it is, look for your water meter; the main shutoff will be located nearby.
How to turn off water at the street?
How to Turn off Water at the Street Locate the outside water meter cover. The meter is usually close to the street or alley so that it can be easily read by public works’ employees. If this isn’t an emergency, contact public works in your jurisdiction to ensure they allow owners to operate their cutoff valve.
When do we need to shut off the water?
When we repair leaking pipes, install new water distribution mains on your block, or respond to emergencies such as water main breaks, we may need to temporarily shut off your water. The Department of Design and Construction (DDC) as well as contractors may be working with us to perform this work.
What to do if your water is shut off in Las Vegas?
Skip Navigation. If your water service has been shut off and you don’t know why, call Customer Care at 702-870-4194. If you or a member of your household has a critical medical condition that could be worsened by an interruption in your water service, please call us at 702-870-4194, during regular business hours.
When to use the street water cutoff valve?
You should only use the street water cutoff for three reasons: 1 Your inside water main valve fails and you have a water emergency (burst pipe). 2 You have a leak / burst pipe before the main inside valve (between the street and the inside valve). 3 You are replacing the main water valve.
