The Elgin Street courthouse has been closed for the day due to a broken water supply line, which shut off water to the building, causing flooding and safety concerns for prisoners.
City water pipes have become an issue this year, with three water mains rupturing, including two on Elgin Street where the water main dates back to 1874.
This is the second flood in the courthouse in the past few months. Earlier this year, a burst air conditioner pipe caused severe damage to courtrooms and offices on the third, fourth and fifth floors, which is still being repaired.
Due to the broken supply line, there are currently no working toilets or running water in the courthouse.
The criminal vault was also affected by flooding, although the extent of the damage is not yet clear.
Due to the shutdown, the sexual assault trial of Sgt. Steve Desjourdy has been postponed until Thursday.
Repair work is underway.