Posted on December 18, 2024 at 4:00 PM by Troy Swanson
The CSO Operational Plan is a detailed strategy for managing and maintaining the City of East St. Louis’s combined sewer system. It focuses on reducing the frequency of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) into the Mississippi River and Frank Holten State Park. The plan includes system descriptions, maintenance schedules, public notification programs, and inspections. Specific measures such as street cleaning, catch basin maintenance, and addressing illegal sewer connections are outlined to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The document also highlights ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure through redevelopment projects and drainage studies.