Big Water Line Break in Fayetteville

The City of Fayetteville lost water pressure Wednesday afternoon after a six-inch water line burst under SH 159. The incident happened around 1:50 p.m., according to Fayetteville Mayor Mike Stroup. Stroup said a fire hydrant was being tested when the pipe burst, but he was unsure whether that caused the line failure. Stroup said the City was hoping to restore water service by the end of the day on Wednesday. He said the City would be placed under a boil water notice that could last a few days. The incident happened at a most inopportune time. Stroup said the town’s lodging establishments were booked with shoppers for the Spring Antiques Show.