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Laurel Public Works notes water use has nearly doubled since 2015; hydrant repair, road overlays remain on radar
Summary
Public Works Director Matt Wheeler told the committee that city water production rose from about 750 million gallons in 2015 to roughly 1.4 billion gallons in 2025; the committee discussed strain on high-use days, an outstanding crosswalk/standing-water repair at a middle-school hydrant, and prioritized streets for overlays.
City of Laurel Public Works Director Matt Wheeler told the committee on Feb. 9 that the city’s water production has grown from roughly 750 million gallons in 2015 to about 1.4 billion gallons in 2025, and that high-use days can place a slight strain on the system.
Wheeler presented the figures during the committee’s review of routine operations. He said the city is currently able to produce the required water volumes but noted that peaks in demand…
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