DEER LODGE — Inmates at Montana State Prison may see the water crisis that began last Friday coming to an end.

A leak in the prison’s water system was discovered on Oct. 10 th . Since then, the prison’s toilets, showers, and other services have not been functioning.

According to officials at the Montana Department of Corrections (DOC), three water leaks were identified inside Montana State Prison (MSP) on Tuesday. To test the system for additional leaks, the DOC maintenance team is repressurizing and monitoring the system. RELATED:

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Prison officials say that to ensure services for inmates and staff, 133 portable toilets are on site at MSP, along with 43 mobile shower units. Toilets and showers are reportedly pumped and cleaned continuously throughout the day.

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