05/07/2026
Anyone on KID might want to make some plans for your plants!🚨
PRESS RELEASE:
KENNEWICK, WA - Kennewick Irrigation District (KID) is informing customers of an upcoming temporary shutdown of water service related to repairs at the Chandler Pumping Plant, the federal facility owned and operated by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation that serves as the main source of KID’s water supply.
One of the plant’s two pumps is currently out of service after issues were identified during routine maintenance. The remaining pump is meeting current demand, but both pumps will be needed as water use increases later next month.
To return the pump to service, a temporary shutdown will be necessary beginning Friday, May 8. The shutdown is expected to last approximately ten days, with repairs being completed by Monday, May 18. These dates may change slightly in the coming days, and as more information becomes available, updates will be provided to the community.
During the shutdown period, water deliveries through KID’s canal system will be unavailable, with limited exceptions. Service will be restored as quickly as possible once the repairs are complete. Customers are encouraged to visit the District Water Status Map at KID.org for area-specific information during the interruption.
Customers may consider giving lawns and landscapes a deeper, thorough watering ahead of the shutdown, while continuing to follow the District’s voluntary watering schedule prior to that date.
Because the Chandler facility is owned and operated by the Bureau of Reclamation, KID does not control plant operations. However, the District is working closely with Reclamation to minimize impacts to the community and to keep customers informed as repair work moves forward.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Media and Public Contact:
Kennewick Irrigation District: (509) 586-9111
Bureau of Reclamation: (509) 575-5848
