Laredo utilities say airport sewer under highway producing odors; lining bid closes
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Summary
Staff told the advisory committee a sewer line beneath a highway at the airport is producing odors; a trenchless sleeve-lining bid closes today, two bidders are in and a third is expected; the line is slated for decommissioning in about 1–2 years.
Utilities staff told the City of Laredo Utilities Advisory Committee on Jan. 15 that an aging sewer line beneath a highway at the airport has been emitting foul odors and requires a trenchless repair while the line remains in service.
"This is a sewer line that we have been trying to repair... it's under a certain highway... we cannot actually fix the line," Dr. T said, describing the plan to "inject a sleeve" to reline the pipe from within. He said a bid for that sleeve-lining closes today and that two bidders have already submitted proposals; a third was expected before the close.
Dr. T said the sewer line is planned to be decommissioned within one to two years but that the sleeve fix is needed in the meantime because "it's at the airport" and the odor is noticeable. He also referred to prior concerns raised after a fire and said system flushing is part of routine operations to address pressure and cleanliness.
Committee members asked clarifying questions about the location and causes; staff confirmed the line is under a highway in the metro/FedEx area near the airport and that crews will pursue the trenchless option pending bid results. No formal action or vote was taken; staff said they will provide updates when the procurement completes.
