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Program Spotlights & Video Gallery
Sewer Collection System Model
In 2003, the City embarked on creating a computer model of its sewer collection system. The primary purpose was to support development of the (2009) CSO Long Term Control Plan (LTCP), by characterizing sewer system components, improving understanding of system operations, and identifying cost effective controls. The model was used to develop the original LTCP in 2009 and for LTCP updates in 2014 and 2021. The model informs CSO project designs by identifying concerns and constraints. As the model evolves, changes to the sewer system are continually incorporated. This allows the team to identify cost-effective controls and answer complex questions.
Program SPOTlights
- Sewer Collection System Model – May 2022
- CSO LTCP Update Approved with Efficiencies, New Path Forward – Nov. 2021
- Updated Public Website Streamlines CSO Program Information – Aug. 2021
- Long Term Control Plan Updates Lead to Improved Efficiency for Omaha's CSO Program – May 2021
- CSO Program Makes Significant Improvements to Water Quality, Infrastructure – Feb. 2021
- Model Indicates Missouri River Water Quality – Nov. 2020
- SEB Spotlight: Contour Construction – Nov. 2020
- CSO Program Adapts to COVID-19 Impacts – Aug. 2020
- MRWRRF Operationally Complete – May 2020
- Collector Tunnel System Geotechnical Borings; Partnership with University of Nebraska-Lincoln Benefits CSO Program – Apr. 2020
- Runoff Restoration: A local park was restored in Nebraska to aid in reducing the overflow of raw sewage – Storm Water Solutions Magazine, Feb. 2020
- Optimization Task to Set Future Course for Program – Nov. 2019
- 2019 Flood Impacts on CSO Program Efforts – Aug. 2019
- Omaha’s Sewer Rate Increases are Lower than Projected – Aug. 2019
- South Interceptor Force Main Project Construction – May 2019
- Saddle Creek Retention Treatment Basin Project Benefits from Re-Engineering Benefits – Feb. 2019
- RNC Program Compliments CSO Program Efforts – Nov. 2018
- CSO Consent Order Amended – Aug. 2018
- Green Infrastructure Benefits Omaha’s CSO Program – May 2018
- South Interceptor Force Main Project: North Segment Construction – Feb. 2018
- Missouri River Wastewater Treatment Improvements – Nov. 2017
- Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality Approves Long Term Control Plan Modifications – Aug. 2017
- Fontenelle Park Project – May 2017
- Focus on Safety – Feb. 2017
- Spring Lake Park Project – Nov. 2016
- Adams Park Wetlands Improvement Project – Aug. 2016
- New Municipal Headworks for the Missouri River WWTP Improvements–Schedule B1 Project – June 2016
- Change, Growth On the Horizon – Lauritzen Gardens Newsletter, Fall/Winter 2012
Video Gallery
Background on the SEB Program
One goal for the CSO Program was to encourage contracting with small and emerging small businesses (SEBs), outreach to youth and to provide opportunities to build a strong workforce.
Contractors' Project Update
Blake Street Lift Station Improvements (OPW 53270) – Jan. 2021
Contractors' Project Update
Nicholas Street Sewer Extension, Phase 3B (OPW 53753) – Jan. 2021
Contractors' Project Update
Papillion Creek North (PCN) 210 Sewer Separation (OPW 53320) – Oct. 2020
Contractors' Project Update
Monroe Street Lift Station Improvements (OPW 53082) – May 2021
CONTRACTORS' PROJECT UPDATE
Forest Lawn Creek Inflow Removal and Outfall Storm Sewer Project (OPW52470) – Jan. 2022
Engaging EEIP
CSO works to encourage small businesses, to create opportunities within CSO projects and to educate youth through its Economic Inclusion Plan.
Getting SEBs Involved
CSO reaches out to small and emerging small businesses (SEBs) and contractors through informational events before bids go out and connects them to resources designed to help them bid better in order to grow their businesses.
How the REACH Program Works
CSO does outreach events with the REACH program through the Chamber of Commerce, which aligns projects with work opportunities in the community.
SCRTB: Flyover Rendering
Using Local Contractors
Besides the emphasis on working with small businesses, CSO has awarded 80% of contracts to local contractors, which strengthens Omaha’s local economy.
