Wastewater plant operations restored after clarifier motor replacement

Aug 3, 2026

Department head Chris Stoothman told the Board of Public Works that a failed clarifier motor was replaced and the system, including flood pumps and a serviced generator, is back in operation; August grease-trap inspections will begin at restaurants, bars and nursing homes.

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Chris Stoothman, the department head overseeing the city’s collection and wastewater systems, reported maintenance work that temporarily knocked a clarifier process offline and required a motor from Jasper Engines. "We were down for about a week, but, that is back up now," Stoothman said, adding that the plant resumed normal operation after the replacement.

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