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Wastewater Collection & Treatment Program
SAWS Wastewater Collection and Treatment system consists of approximately 4,790 miles of sanitary sewer mains, 169 lift stations, and 3 major wastewater treatment plants. The Wastewater CIP consists of programs and projects to upgrade and rehabilitate the wastewater collection and treatment systems, and increase their capacity to allow for the future growth.
The wastewater component of the CIP focuses on sustaining aging collection systems, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting wet weather and operational demands. A major focus continues to be repairing and adjusting wastewater mains in coordination with the City of San Antonio’s bond program.
Collection system projects funded in 2009 will rehabilitate critical mains and also continue to add capacity in the rapidly growing Far West area. It also funds the continuation of a comprehensive lift station assessment and rehabilitation program that will ensure these critical facilities remain in full compliance with State regulations, industry codes and best management practices. Large collection lines in the Central and Western watersheds will be upgraded to expand their capacity.
The wastewater treatment component of the 2009 CIP includes projects that will replace or upgrade aging components and processes and address safety concerns at the Dos Rios treatment plant.
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