Permanent Flowmeters Installed in Dallas
The history of the Dallas sewage collection system predates the turn of the century. In 1876, the first 24-inch sewer pipe was built in downtown Dallas, transporting wastewater to the river. What is now known as the wastewater collection system, however, began operating in the early 1900s. The collection system has grown with the city […]
Denton Incorporates Star Treatment for Sewer System
The sewer system serving the City of Denton is being made over with an enhanced treatment program. The City’s Utility department has been growing and implementing a better approach to the maintenance of those systems in disrepair while simultaneously getting a handle on some of those growing pains. Sophisticated software and attentive deployment of manpower […]
Hewitt’s Long Term Capital Improvement Plan
Hewitt City Council is issuing more than $8.5 million in certificates of obligation for water and wastewater repairs that will require an increase to residents’ water and sewer rates. Without previous rate adjustments, the city was unable to put away funds for capital improvements, leaving major damage to the water and wastewater infrastructure. About $3.8 […]
New Braunfels Sewer Construction Advisory
New Braunfels Utility crews is in the process of rehabilitating the city’s sewer lines this month. Please be advised that if you’re travelling near Post Road, thru-traffic will be re-routed between Gruene Road and Richter Lane during business hours 8am-5pm. The alternate routes will be accessible and in use for up to a week. This […]
Lubbock is Entering Phase II of Sewer Enhancements
The City of Lubbock is entering its second phase of a sewer renewal project which began in the spring. Residents near Indiana Ave., south of FM 1585, please be advised that beginning this week until mid-August, there will be partial closures when travelling in this area. The sewer advancement is to expand a large diameter […]
Rainy Season and Sewer Drainage Systems
Many of us are experiencing a rainy season now that summer is in full swing. Along with the sunny delights and fanfare this time of year brings, there is also a need to think about the proper functioning of our drainage systems where we live. It is important to know to what extent a drainage […]
Sewer and Water 101
Summer is indeed here in all its glory. We know that means rainfall is here, too. In fact, in many parts of the country we have had record setting storms. Precipitation can heavily contribute to an overloaded sewer system. As a nation, we have over 700 communities that utilize combined sewer systems. There are some […]
