Alerts
January 21, 2026
CUSTOMER NOTICE:
WINTER WEATHER AND FREEZING PIPE PRECAUTIONS
Okmulgee RWD #2 is expecting a winter storm with below-freezing temperatures and possible snow beginning Friday, January 23. These conditions can cause water lines and meters to freeze and break. Customers are urged to take precautions now to protect their plumbing and help prevent service interruptions.
Protecting Home Water Lines
Allow a very small stream the size of a pencil lead (not the diameter of a pencil) of water to drip from faucets, enough to keep the water moving during extreme cold, especially overnight. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate around pipes. Seal cracks or openings around doors, windows, and foundations to keep cold air away from plumbing. Keep your home adequately heated at all times.
Special Notice for Mobile Homes
Mobile homes are especially vulnerable to frozen pipes. Be sure skirting is securely in place around the bottom of the home. Insulate exposed water lines and wrap pipes with foam insulation or heat tape if available. Leave a slow drip running in both hot and cold lines during freezing temperatures.
Protecting Your Water Meter
Please check your outdoor water meter box. Make sure the lid is properly secured and closed tightly. Add insulation inside the meter box such as foam board, fiberglass insulation in a plastic bag, or old towels sealed in plastic to keep them dry. You may temporarily place a piece of wood or insulation board over the top of the meter box for added protection during the storm, but remember to remove it after the freezing weather passes so the meter remains accessible and visible. [If you do not know where your meter box/can is, call the water office for assistance 918.756.8910]
Frozen pipes can burst and cause significant damage. The water district is not responsible for customer-owned service lines from the meter to your home or plumbing damaged by freezing. Thank you for helping protect your water service during this winter weather event.
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