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City orders emergency repairs at Maryknoll Lift Station after pump failure; cost expected below $100,000
Summary
Public works reported pump failure at the Maryknoll Lift Station requiring mechanical reconstruction, excavation and partial force‑main replacement. Staff said repairs are urgent, contractor meetings are scheduled this week and the cost is expected to remain under $100,000.
Public works told Lockport City Council that the Maryknoll Lift Station experienced a SCADA alarm and pump failure on Feb. 16, forcing staff to remove Pump 1 from service after discovering discharge piping spraying inside the wet well and severe deterioration of force‑main and check‑valve piping.
A follow‑up confined‑space inspection…
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