Engineers: lagoon sludge 99% removed; drinking-water restoration issues remain

Jun 1, 2026

Wightman engineer Andrew Rudd told Decatur council the USDA-funded lagoon sludge removal is 99% complete and the project is nearing closeout, while staff continue to address drinking-water restoration issues with contractors.

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Andrew Rudd of Wightman and Associates updated the Village of Decatur Council on the USDA-funded wastewater and drinking-water projects, saying, "The sludge removal is 99% complete at the lagoons and project is approaching close out." He told the council staff are working with contractors to correct outstanding restoration items on the drinking-water work.

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