Wastewater basin issues identified; Watertown council will soon OK contractor for corrections

Watertown, NY officials to OK contractor for wastewater plant repairs

The Watertown City Council is expected to approve a contractor at its next meeting to begin repairs on the city's wastewater treatment plant. The move comes after a state Department of Environmental Conservation inspection found several issues with the plant's basins, including cracks and leaks.

Wastewater basin issues identified during DEC inspection

The DEC inspection, which was conducted in May, found that the concrete basins at the plant were cracked and leaking, and that the plant was not meeting its permit limits for certain pollutants. The city has since hired an engineering firm to design repairs for the basins, and the council is expected to approve a contractor to carry out the work at its next meeting.

Repairs expected to cost millions of dollars

The cost of the repairs is estimated to be in the millions of dollars, and the city is hoping to secure state funding to help cover the costs. The repairs are expected to take several months to complete, and the city is urging residents to conserve water in the meantime.

Watertown residents urged to conserve water

The city is asking residents to conserve water by taking shorter showers, fixing leaky faucets, and watering their lawns less often. The city is also offering free water audits to residents who want to find ways to reduce their water usage.

Watertown wastewater treatment plant repairs expected to take several months

The repairs to the wastewater treatment plant are expected to take several months to complete. The city is urging residents to be patient during the construction process and to conserve water in the meantime.

More information on Watertown wastewater treatment plant repairs

For more information on the wastewater treatment plant repairs, residents can visit the city's website or call the city's water department at (315) 785-7750.