Seattle Public Utilities Broadview News
12th Avenue Northwest Basin Drainage project
As a reminder, you’re invited to a neighborhood walking tour to discuss possible locations for natural drainage systems installation on Saturday, Nov. 3. We’ll be on site rain or shine hosting three tours focused on different blocks. See event invite for tour times, location information and other details.
Dayton Avenue North Sewer Improvement project
In the 2019-2020 budget proposal, all City departments were required by the mayor’s office to reduce budgets by 5% while striving to maintain current service levels. SPU analyzed all of its projects citywide and reprioritized them based on need, efficiency, operating budgets, logistics and the obligation to deliver on our regulatory requirements. As a result of this reprioritization effort, the Dayton Avenue North Sewer Improvement project is not included in the current budget and has been postponed for at least two years. Comprehensive utility planning will inform when future work in the Dayton basin occurs.
SPU continues to monitor the Dayton basin for wastewater and drainage problems, and we encourage any resident who experiences back-ups or drainage issues to report them to our Operations Response Center by calling 206-386-1800.
Citywide Drainage and Wastewater Planning
SPU is also comprehensively examining how our drainage and wastewater systems work citywide as part of the Drainage and Wastewater System Analyses. These technical analysis efforts use modeling and flow monitors to understand system capacity and problems, so we can plan and prioritize future projects and improvements better. Results of this study will better inform future capital work throughout the entire city.
Sewer Mainline Improvements
Sewer mainline improvements throughout the Broadview area include pipeline repairs, pipe-lining and other system improvements to help prevent sewer overflows and restore pipeline system integrity. This year we’re lining more than 10,000 feet of sewer pipe in Broadview. First Avenue Northwest was lined from approximately 105th Street Northwest to 112th Street Northwest in addition to work that occurred on other streets. This proactive work reduces the need for costly reactive repairs in the future and helps ensure reliable sewer service in the neighborhood.
Stay connected – for more info
- Visit our project websites: www.seattle.gov/util/12thBasin
- Sign up for 12th Ave NW Basin specific email updates
- Email us at SPU_BroadviewProjects@seattle.gov
Warm regards,
Broadview Sewer and Drainage Improvement Project Team
206-409-3651
