The Baltimore City Department of Public Works SC903 Patapsco Sewershed Improvements Frequently Asked Questions 1. What Does the Work Involve? 6. Where Will the Work Take Place? This project involves landmark construc- Construction work will take place citywide tion to the City’s wastewater system to in each of the City’s eight sewersheds: repair a sewer system that is more than Dundalk, Gwynns Falls, Herring Run, High 100 years old. Level, Jones Falls, Low Level, Outfall and Patapsco. 2. Why is this Work Necessary? To come into long-term compliance with 7. Will My Home be Impacted by the the Clean Water Act of 1977 and to comply Work? with our Consent Decree agreement with Expect temporary water use restrictions. the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) In addition, harmless temporary odors may and Maryland Department of the Environ- be present from time to time during the ment. repair of our sewer mains. If odor is pres- ent, run water in your basement sink and 3. How Will My Quality of Life Improve open windows and doors. After the Work is Finished? The construction work will result in cleaner 8. Will I be Able to Walk, Drive, or Bike streams and waterways in Baltimore City, to and from My Home? a more robust and reliable infrastructure, Yes. To ensure safety, residents are and a more welcoming environment for advised to obey all posted construction residents and industries that depend on signage. reliable urban infrastructure. 9. What Are the Days/Hours of 4. Who is Doing the Work? Construction Work? In partnership with our staff engineers, we Work will begin daily between have hired a reputable team of engineers 7 and 9 a.m. and end at and construction companies to assist us in 3 p.m., Monday through repairing and improving our wastewater Friday. Some evening, infrastructure. night, and weekend work is possible. While we are 5. When Will the Work Begin and End? in construction, we may Construction began in the Fall 2015 and perform work in your the project is expected to be complete by community on numerous Fall 2017. occasions. The Baltimore City Department of Public Works SC903 Patapsco Sewershed Improvements 10. How Safe Will You Make it for • There will be lane Children to Play? closures. Signage will clearly identify the construction • Traffic detours are area, and access will be restricted and anticipated. closely monitored. • There will be • temporary parking 11. What Precaution Should I Take While restrictions. Construction is Going on in My Community? • Public transportation • Do not drive over exposed hoses. Hoses will still be accessible. may have protected ramps over them or be buried into the pavement. 13. What are the Plans for Public Safety • Reduce flushing and avoid heavy use of and Health? water (running the laundry machine, Baltimore City DPW and its contractors will dishwasher, etc.) during the rehabilita- take all steps necessary to ensure a safe tion of sewer pipes. construction site environment for local • Drive carefully around the coned residents, pedestrians, and vehicles. Noise construction areas. levels may increase within the project • Dispose of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) area. Contractors will make every effort to from food preparation and kitchen clean reduce noise. up into the trash, not in the sanitary sewers. 14. Who is Paying for this Construction • Notify tenants of upcoming work and Work? water use restrictions. Check the Construction projects are being funded sanitary house connection on your with monies received from water and sewer property; visually inspect your property bill payments. for depressions. • Report concerns to the City during 15. How can I stay informed? construction. For up-to-date information, please call Sam Nakhon, Project Manager at 12. How will DPW Minimize Travel and 410-396-3440. Traffic Impact? • We are working in collaboration with the Department of Transportation to ensure that vehicles and pedestrians can travel safely through construction areas. Please be mindful of the following: • Motorists and residents should expect delays when travelling through sewer construction areas for the duration of Stephanie Rawlings-Blake Rudolph S. Chow, P.E. Mayor Director each project..