The City of Newcastle is aware of reports of discolored water originating from Oklahoma City’s Lake Stanley Draper Water Treatment Plant. Because Newcastle receives water from Oklahoma City in addition to water produced from our local wells, some Newcastle customers may notice temporary discoloration. Oklahoma City Utilities reports that the water remains safe to drink and meets water quality standards. The discoloration is believed to be related to naturally occurring iron and manganese, and treatment adjustments and system flushing are underway. If you notice discolored water, avoid washing light-colored clothing until the water clears. You may also run cold water from a bathtub faucet for several minutes to see if it begins to clear. For questions, contact Newcastle Public Works at 405-387-4434

⚠️ WATER LINE BREAK — PLEASE BE AWARE ⚠️ (See updates) City crews are responding to a major water line break near Sooner State Bank, 420 NW 32nd St, Newcastle, near Walmart. Crews are working now to shut the water off. We do not yet know which areas will be affected, but some customers may experience low water pressure or a loss of water service. We will update this post as more information becomes available, including affected areas and repair progress. UPDATE AT 9:37 AM - confirmed affected locations are the Tri-City Braums and the Chickasaw Training Center. UPDATE AT 12:20 PM - water is being turned on again