Mechanic Street Pump Station Upgrade
The City Council held a work session on June 22, 2026 to review a presentation on the preliminary plans for replacing the pump station.
Background
The Mechanic Street Wastewater Pumping Station is the largest in the City. The City developed a Pump Station Master Plan to perform limited upgrades. Pump failures and flooding events required temporary pump installation and repairs in 2023 that underscore the need for a comprehensive replacement and upgrade program.
The City has contracted with the team of AECOM and Underwood Engineers to complete a feasibility study for a full facility replacement and a feasibility study kickoff meeting with the consultants and representatives from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services took place on September 10, 2024. The study identified siting options and capacity needs for a new facility.
Project (EF-13-SD-97):
Project Status: Presentation to City Council, June 22, 2026
Estimated Cost: FY25 CIP Design Phase Costs: $4 Million. FY27 Construction Phase Costs: $21 Million.
Funding Source: The City is exploring State and federal funding sources
