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Colorado Springs Utilities Blog

Map titled 'Eastern Wastewater System Expansion Project' Map shows the Cross Town Interceptor, running from the Las Vegas facility to the intersection of Platte Avenue and Peterson Road. The Milton Proby Interceptor runs along that street to 2 lift stations southeast of the airport.

Why we’re building the Eastern Wastewater System Expansion

The Eastern Wastewater System Expansion (EWSE) will provide critical infrastructure needed to serve development on the City's east side. The Eastern Wastewater System Expansion (EWSE) will provide critical...

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Garden of the Gods water main repairs

We're making additional repairs to the water main beneath Garden of the Gods Road following a break in the line last summer. We're making additional repairs to the water main beneath Garden of the Gods...

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Water recycling project builds awareness, wins national award

This award recognizes the people, projects and partnerships that demonstrate exceptional leadership toward building more resilient... This award recognizes the people, projects and partnerships that demonstrate...

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Preventing water loss through leak detection

Our Leak Survey and Detection Program uses specialized equipment to isolate the source of a leak with minimal disruption to streets and... Our Leak Survey and Detection Program uses specialized equipment to isolate the...

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How we prioritize water infrastructure projects

When something does need to be replaced, we prioritize projects based on the risk of failure and the level of impact to our customers. When something does need to be replaced, we prioritize projects based on the...

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Work starts on Crystal Creek Reservoir dam

Crystal Creek Reservoir - one of our most popular recreational reservoirs on Pikes Peak - is undergoing needed maintenance and repair to... Crystal Creek Reservoir - one of our most popular recreational reservoirs on...

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Un-bear-ably cute cubs rehomed on Pikes Peak

Five orphaned bear cubs will soon wake from hibernation to a new transition in their lives near Pikes Peak. Five orphaned bear cubs will soon wake from hibernation to a new transition in...

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Woof! Cleanup at South Suburban reveals canine popularity

We completely drained the reservoir, allowing us to observe the condition of the bottom and conduct any necessary maintenance. We completely drained the reservoir, allowing us to observe the condition of...

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Sustainable water future: Reservoir release provides valuable data

Earlier this week, we began releasing water from Homestake Reservoir, where it will eventually flow to the Colorado River and out of state. Earlier this week, we began releasing water from Homestake Reservoir, where it...

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