Hogum Bay Road reopen after a water valve malfunction caused damage last week

A section of Hogum Bay Road in northeast Lacey has reopened after it was damaged by water last week, according to the city of Lacey.

A water valve malfunctioned on Wednesday, causing “major water supply disruptions” to businesses in the area. It also damaged more than 200 feet of the road between 31st Avenue and Hogum Bay Lane, according to city information.

Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder declared an emergency, which allows the city to bypass the competitive bidding process and immediately award a contract to make repairs. The repairs were set to be complete by 7 a.m. Sunday, but actually were done by 8 p.m. Saturday, said city spokeswoman Donna Feliciano.

Lacey City Council also will likely approve a resolution Thursday that states the water valve malfunction constituted an emergency. The cost of repairs is estimated at about $200,000.

This story was originally published August 19, 2018 at 11:19 AM.