Delaware County board declares emergency after contractor strikes Allen Creek forced main

Jan 15, 2026

The Delaware County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Jan. 15, 2026, declaring an emergency after a contractor struck a forced sewer main between the Allen Creek pump station and the treatment plant and authorized the county administrator to negotiate repair contracts.

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The Delaware County Board of Commissioners declared an emergency Jan. 15, 2026, after officials said a contractor struck a forced main between the Allen Creek pump station and the county treatment plant overnight. The board approved a resolution authorizing the county administrator to negotiate and approve contracts to make the necessary repairs.

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