Federal officials and California congressional members recently announced a $400 million expansion and upgrade project for the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant near the U.S.-Mexico border to mitigate cross-border sewage issues.
Scheduled to begin this year, the project aims to double the plant's capacity and prevent up to 90% of untreated wastewater from reaching the coastline, with structural assessments and concrete repairs planned through 2025.
San Diego to Pay Settlement for Inaccurate Utility Asset Maps
The City of San Diego is set to pay nearly $1.5 million to settle three lawsuits, including $1.26 million to a construction company after delays caused by inaccurate city maps prolonged a Mission Beach sewer and water mains project.
The remaining settlements address two injury claims in Ocean Beach tied to faulty pavement and sidewalk issues.
Metro Vancouver Removes 50 Tons of Fatbergs
Metro Vancouver in British Columbia recently removed around 50 tons of fatbergs from Richmond’s sewer system, leading officials to remind residents to avoid pouring grease down drains.
The summer buildup — which damaged the Lulu Island Wastewater Treatment Plant and has cost about $1 million to address — highlights the costly impact of grease on infrastructure and the risk of sewer backups.
