BACKGROUND

El Paso, TX, is a culturally vibrant and rapidly growing city along the United States-Mexico border. With a population exceeding 680,000, the city faces increasing demands on its essential infrastructure, including wastewater collection and treatment systems.

The city’s wastewater collection system spans 2,450 miles of gravity and pressure sewer lines, supported by 75 lift stations and approximately 44,000 manholes. This extensive network serves around 220,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Four wastewater treatment plants together process on average 58 million gallons per day (MGD).

SUMMARY

EPW’s adoption of SmartCover technology marked a pivotal shift from reactive, labor-intensive wastewater management to a proactive, data-driven approach. By leveraging real-time monitoring and AI-powered insights, EPW has significantly improved operational efficiency, reduced unnecessary maintenance, minimized infrastructure corrosion, and enhanced community satisfaction by addressing odor complaints more effectively. EPW’s investment in innovation not only addresses its current challenges but also positions the utility to sustainably meet future demands.

Interested in finding out how our SmartCover solutions can work for you? Reach out to sales@smartcoversystems.com or call (855) 291-1980.