What happens if a hole or crack develops in the pipe?
The water will usually find its way to the surface. Because the watermain is under pressure, water will continue to flow until the break is controlled.

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1. What is a watermain?
2. What happens if a hole or crack develops in the pipe?
3. Whom should I contact to report a watermain break?
4. What causes watermain breaks?
5. Does cold weather cause more watermain breaks?
6. How do you repair watermain breaks?
7. How long does it take to repair a watermain break?
8. Will you let me know if you need to turn the water off to repair a watermain on my street?
9. Will I notice anything different about my water after you repair a watermain break?