The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is constructing Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) retention facilities as part of the Gowanus Canal Superfund cleanup. DEP was featured in the New York Times regarding its work to study the effects of cloudbursts.
On the sixth anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, Amy Peterson of the Mayor's Office of Housing Recovery Operations reviews the efforts of the Build it Back Program. Work has begun on a $158 million project to rehabilitate the Catskill Aqueduct.
Pam Elardo, Deputy Commissioner of Wastewater Treatment, reviews the development initiatives underway in the Bureau. Around 20 percent of $1.9 billion committed to alleviate flooding in Southeast Queens has been allocated to current and completed projects.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) thanks military veterans of its staff for their service. Maintenance crews from the Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations (BWSO) care for Green Infrastructure installations across the city.
Participation in the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)'s recreational boating program remained steady in 2018. Crews have been deployed to aid NYC Parks in clearing downed and damaged trees after last week's snowstorm.
Updates to Section 60.12.3.(J) of the 7/1/14 NYC DEP Standard Sewer and Water Specifications. The updates are for worker safety and to ensure square clean cuts when ductile iron pipe is cut in a trench.
Adding new Section 4.13 to the 7/1/2014 NYC DEP Standard Sewer and Water Specifications. This section provides new requirements for temporary stockpiles within the city, but not on the Right of Way. The new Section also includes the DSNY Interpretive Memorandum #2, 2/14/1995.
Construction has completed on the first phase of high-level sewers along 3rd Avenue in the Gowanus neighborhood. The Value Ambassador program highlights three employees whose work best represents the values of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
The State of the Sewers report provides an overview of how the City’s sewer system works, DEP’s approach to inspection, cleaning, and repair of the system, a breakdown of the most recurrent causes of sewer blockages, a look at the new employee training facility and safety programs...
DEP's strategy to reduce phosphorous discharges to East of Hudson water bodies within the Croton watershed is to continue emphasis on responsible maintenance protocol at our facilities and lands, as well as respond to, provide and oversee cleanup activities, and investigate any illicit discharges
To enhance the public’s access to 911, in 2014 the Administration began developing a long-term strategy for implementing a Next Generation 911 system. This report describes the current implementation plan, the steps taken since the prior report, and other relevant information.
Mining of the Delaware Aqueduct Bypass Tunnel has reached the halfway point, and the project is on schedule and on budget.The Municipal Engineers of the City of New York honored Tasos Georgelis and Natalia Perez with awards.
Work has begun on a $300 million project to install new clean-burning co-generation engines at the North River Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility in west Harlem. Ground was broken on a $31 million project to bring street and infrastructure improvements to Far Rockaway, Queens.
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Vincent Sapienza reviews several of the agency's accomplishments from the past year. Spotlight on DEP employees who represent the agency's core values.
Entries for the 33rd annual Water Resources Art and Poetry Contest are now being accepted. The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Department of Design and Construction are undertaking a $31 million infrastructure project to upgrade water mains in Washington Heights.
Updates on the $400 million program to upgrade water supply infrastructure at Schoharie Reservoir. Projects include the rehabilitation of the Gilboa Dam and Shandaken Tunnel and a new release works for the reservoir. DEP will undertake a $15 million rehabilitation project for Jerome Park Reservoir.
A Strategic Blueprint for Construction Excellence is DDC’s comprehensive plan to improve capital project delivery. The plan will decrease construction costs and project timelines to deliver projects faster and within budget, making more efficient use of City resources.
Revisions to the NYC DEP Standard Sewer and Water Specifications, updating the requirements for restoration of pavement surfaces after sewer and water main work.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)'s Bureau of Water & Sewer Operations has developed a series of programs to improve service and prevent sewer backups and water main breaks. The impact of the Super Bowl on New York City water supply.
Representatives of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) attended the 91st Annual Meeting of the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA). 2018 highlights from the watershed.
Engineers Week edition. Deputy Commissioner of Water Supply Paul Rush reflects on the engineering history of New York City's water supply system. Q&A with Commissioner Vincent Sapienza. Focus on the Field features Natalia Perez, a project manager for the Bureau of Engineering Design and Construction
The Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations hosted teams competing in a Hydrant Hysteria competition at the Queens training yard. The Department of Environmental Protection's Education Team hosted a conference "Exploring the Current State of Climate Science in New York City."
With the Riverbank State Park located atop of the North River Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility, the City has been monitoring formaldehyde levels in the Park for the past three years. The Ambient Air Formaldehyde Monitoring Report summarizes the findings.
Local Law 48 of 2015 requires all catch basins within the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) jurisdiction to be inspected annually and unclogged or repaired within nine days of inspection or receipt of a complaint.
With the Riverbank State Park located atop of the North River Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility, the City has been monitoring formaldehyde levels in the Park for the past three years. The Ambient Air Formaldehyde Monitoring Report summarizes the findings.