columbus lift station upgrades
Upgrades to the Columbus Lift Station sewer pump system in the area
What to Watch
The Oct. 5 Public Utilities Committee update may identify repair costs, responsibility for the damage and a revised completion schedule.
Coming Up
Typically discussed at Public Utilities Committee. Check back when the next agenda is published.
The Story
A broken cover fell into the Columbus Lift Station during sidewalk work, damaging equipment and delaying both projects by an estimated four to six weeks. Temporary vacuum trucks kept the station operating, with no sewer release or injuries reported.
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During work to raise covers to match a new sidewalk, the original Columbus Lift Station wet-well cover broke and fell into the station, damaging a level sensor and pump-hanger bracket.
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City and contractor vacuum trucks kept the lift station operating; staff reported no sewer bypass, sanitary sewer release or injuries.
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A replacement cover must be built, with the lift-station and sidewalk project delayed an estimated four to six weeks.
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The committee is scheduled to receive an update on the delayed Columbus Lift Station project.
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