For many, the 2017 flood is another test of their spirit. For the St. Louis Metropolitan Sewer District, it’s another test of the water. They test for things you’ve heard […]
April – May Flood Event: Update May 8, 2017–Final
Here is the final report on MSD’s efforts to protect the wastewater treatment system and prevent basement backups during the recent flooding:
April – May Flood Event: Update May 4, 2017
Here is the latest update on MSD’s efforts to protect the wastewater treatment system and prevent basement backups during the current flooding:
Water, Sewer Utilities Remain Operational As Meramec Begins To Recede
Area water and sewer utilities said late Wednesday that major treatment facilities were still operational and appear to have cleared a major hurdle with floodwater along much of the Meramec […]
With ‘No Good Alternate Routes,’ Road Closures Cutting Off Jefferson County
The old adage “you can’t get there from here” may soon become the mantra of a large section of the St. Louis metro area, as flooding cuts off key routes […]
Efforts to Save Fenton Water Treatment Plant
Just a short drive from the soccer park sits MSD’s Fenton treatment plant which is getting extra protection after the Meramec River submerged the facility in 2015.
Valley Park Taking Steps to Avoid Flooding As Meramec River Rises
Valley Park was a hard hit community during the flooding of 2015. Officials are taking steps to protect the town from the rising water.
Emergency Personnel Take Precautions for Flood Threat in Eureka
Flooding from the end of 2015 is still fresh on the minds of residents across the bi-state. And with excessive rain in the forecast and a Flash Flood Watch in […]
MSD Cleaning Drains Ahead of Heavy Rainfall
The heavy rain heading our way is raising major concerns about flooding. MSD is doing its best to stay ahead of the storm.
April – May Flood Event: Update May 3, 2017
Here is the latest update (May 3) on MSD’s efforts to protect the wastewater treatment system and prevent basement backups during the current flooding: