Temporary repairs of South Maui mainline. Photo courtesy Maui County

The Maui County Department of Water Supply is asking South Maui customers to conserve water and limit nonessential use from 5 a.m. Sunday, April 5, through 6 p.m. Monday, April 6, while crews complete permanent repairs to a mainline break.

The request applies to residents, visitors, hotels and condominium properties in Kīhei, Wailea and Mākena.

Officials said a temporary repair was completed Friday, but the break was larger than anticipated and additional parts are needed to finish permanent repairs.

“During the initial repair period today, water demand remained high, which contributed to low tank levels and temporary service disruptions in some areas,” Department of Water Supply Director John Stufflebean said. “We are asking for the community’s kōkua during this next phase of repairs Sunday through Monday. With a longer repair window ahead, conservation will be critical to maintaining water availability for essential needs.”

Water outages or low pressure may occur during the repair period, particularly in areas mauka of Līpoa Street, between Līpoa Street and Kilohana Drive, and throughout Wailea and Mākena.

Affected areas include the Maui Research & Technology Park, Kīhei Charter School and surrounding businesses and residents. Maui Meadows is not expected to be affected, but residents there are still asked to conserve water.

Customers are asked to avoid nonessential water use, including watering lawns and washing vehicles.

For more information and water conservation tips, visit mauicounty.gov/water.