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Homestead Today
By the People, for the People
Homestead Restores Water Pressure After Valve Error During Turnpike Project
City and Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department quickly fixed the issue caused by a mistakenly closed valve.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Residents in Homestead, Florida experienced a sudden drop in water pressure on Monday evening, which was traced back to a closed valve that was an unintended consequence of the ongoing Turnpike Expansion Project. The city and Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD) teams worked together to identify and reopen the valve, quickly restoring normal water pressure levels.
Why it matters
This incident was isolated from the broader Modified Phase II Water Shortage Warning currently in place due to drought conditions, but it highlights the importance of coordination between the city and MDWASD to address any disruptions to water service, especially amid major infrastructure projects.
The details
The closed valve was integral for managing the interconnect between the City of Homestead and Miami-Dade County's water systems. Once the issue was identified, the valve was reopened, bringing water pressure levels back to normal. City officials and MDWASD teams worked together at the interconnect site to troubleshoot the problem.
- The water pressure drop was reported in the evening on Monday, February 13, 2026.
The players
City of Homestead
The local government of Homestead, Florida that worked with MDWASD to quickly restore water pressure.
Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD)
The county water utility that collaborated with the City of Homestead to identify and fix the valve issue.
Turnpike Expansion Project
An ongoing infrastructure project in the area that inadvertently led to the closed valve and water pressure drop.
What’s next
The City of Homestead is committed to maintaining a vigilant partnership with MDWASD to ensure such disruptions are less likely in the future, and the coordination between the two entities is ongoing.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of strong coordination between local governments and utility providers to quickly address any disruptions to critical infrastructure like water service, especially during major construction projects that could inadvertently impact service.
