U.S. EPA Awards $1 Million Grant to Omaha, Neb., for Sewer Improvements

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a $1,116,000 grant awarded to Omaha, Neb., for sewer improvements. The project is expected to be completed by the spring of 2013.

“The sewer separation project will reduce sewer overflows and sewer backup problems which will help to improve water quality and public health. This grant will partially fund the construction project, which is estimated to cost $7.8 million,” said Karl Brooks, administrator for EPA Region 7.

The project will separate combined sewers in the Country Club area of Omaha. The project includes the installation of new storm sewers, curb inlets, manholes and a bioretention area.

Source: U.S. EPA