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Published on March 20, 2025
The Wastewater Division of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) contained and stopped a wastewater overflow early Thursday, March 20, near Ox Bow Circle and North 33rd Street. A power failure at a lift station caused by the March 19 blizzard, prevented pump movement, which allowed wastewater to back up in the sanitary sewer collection system and release into a portion of Salt Creek.
City crews immediately addressed the affected area. Power has since been restored and normal lift station operations have resumed.
Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department was informed about the overflow and staff also responded to the cleanup.
For more information related to this advisory, residents can contact the Lincoln Wastewater System at 402-441-7961. More information on wastewater operation is available at lincoln.ne.gov/wastewater.