BACKGROUND

The City of San Luis Obispo (SLO) manages an extensive network of sewer infrastructure spanning 148 miles of pipe that ranges from 6 to 36 inches, nine lift stations, and a Water Resource Recovery Facility that handles 5 million gallons per day. SLO plays a vital role in maintaining public health and environmental quality, serving a diverse community of more than 47,500 residents, numerous businesses, the California Polytechnic State University, and the regional airport.

SUMMARY

Adopting smart sewer technology in San Luis Obispo has yielded significant benefits beyond preventing sanitary sewer overflows. It has enabled the city to achieve substantial cost savings by optimizing the allocation of resources, equipment, and staff. Through the implementation of this technology, SLO has conserved tens of thousands of dollars in resources and potential fines. The smart sewer technology’s enhanced visibility and data-driven insights have empowered SLO to pinpoint and prioritize deficiencies in its collection system effectively.

The technology has facilitated the development and execution of short-term and long-term maintenance and capital improvement goals. Notably, the reduction in emergency spill response alone has resulted in financial savings, preserving capital for necessary infrastructure enhancements. Overall, smart sewer technology has bolstered operational efficiency and strengthened SLO’s ability to uphold public health and environmental integrity and regulatory compliance.

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