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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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Forest Collaborative working to reduce wildfire risk in the Pikes Peak region

When it comes to reducing wildfire risk in the Pikes Peak region, more can be achieved working together. When it comes to reducing wildfire risk in the Pikes Peak region, more can be...

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The science behind safe water

We work continuously to identify and implement cost-effective ways to improve water quality across our system, resulting in great tasting... We work continuously to identify and implement cost-effective ways to improve...

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Drinking Colorado Springs’ tap water is the responsible way to hydrate

It’s important to hydrate responsibly. That means filling reusable containers with clean, great-tasting, local tap water. It’s important to hydrate responsibly. That means filling reusable containers...

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As PFAS testing expands, more expected to be found in water

Drinking water is highly regulated, and the EPA is leaning on us to help it understand the extent of PFAS contamination in the U.S. Drinking water is highly regulated, and the EPA is leaning on us to help it...

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Water quality begins in the watershed

As water moves through our system, we track every drop so it can be accounted for and used beneficially and responsibly. As water moves through our system, we track every drop so it can be accounted...

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What customers should do if they experience discolored water

If you are experiencing discolored water after the water main break at N. Academy Blvd. and Maizeland Road, we have several tips to help. If you are experiencing discolored water after the water main break at N....

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