(Malvern, IA) – Officials with the City of Malvern, this (Wednesday) evening, said that the City received a call this morning, from a farmer stating that they had standing water in their field, in proximity to the City’s force main which carries wastewater to the lagoons.

Upon investigation, the City discovered that an air relief valve on the force main had ruptured and was allowing wastewater to flow out of the force main. A repair has been made and the situation has been contained. During the bypass, wastewater flowed into a nearby unnamed tributary, eventually making its way to Silver Creek between Lytle Avenue and 310th Street.

The City has been in contact with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources regarding the incident. No dead fish have been observed in Silver Creek and residents are advised to avoid the area temporarily.

If you have any questions regarding this incident, please contact Joe George at (712) 624-8282.