Overview
- DWSD said reports rose to 61 by Wednesday, up from 51 on Tuesday, with repairs and street cleanup continuing across the city.
- The largest break—a 54‑inch main near Denby High School—was repaired, after flooding and ice trapped vehicles and sent water into basements on nearby blocks.
- Officials reported no widespread loss of household service and reaffirmed priorities: restore water to residents, repair mains, then clear major roads and side streets.
- Deployments increased to 11 water‑main crews and eight ice‑removal teams, with more than 200 employees and contractors working in the field around the clock.
- Leaders cite aging infrastructure and a multi‑year program investing about $100 million annually to replace mains; residents are urged to report breaks at 313‑267‑8000 or via the Improve Detroit app, and homeowners must handle private plumbing repairs.