The Pagosa Springs Sanitation General Improvement District (PSSGID) is taking significant steps to enhance the town’s sewer infrastructure. A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Ross Aragon Community Center, South Conference Room, located at 451 Hot Springs Blvd. This session aims to inform residents and gather input on three high-priority projects designed to improve the reliability and efficiency of the town’s wastewater system.
Key Projects Under Discussion
- 1st Street Lift Station Installation: A new lift station along Highway 160 to bolster the system’s capacity and reliability.
- Overflow Vaults and Control Modifications: Enhancements at existing lift stations to provide overflow protection during power outages and emergencies.
- Rosita Street Sewer Pipe Replacement: Replacement of Category 4 sanitary sewer pipes, including manhole and pipe upgrades, to address aging infrastructure.
The estimated cost for these projects is $3,223,000. To facilitate funding, the PSSGID has prepared a Project Needs Assessment and, if applicable, an Environmental Assessment. These documents outline the necessity of the projects, explore alternatives, detail proposed components, and discuss the funding approach. They are being submitted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to qualify for a State Revolving Fund Loan.
Community Participation Encouraged
Residents are encouraged to attend the public hearing to provide written or oral comments. For those unable to attend in person, remote participation is available through Google Meet: meet.google.com/eiw-rhvs-ube. Phone access is also available by dialing +1 956-704-1217 and entering PIN: 315 971 878#.
Copies of the Project Needs Assessment and Environmental Assessment are available for public review at the PSSGID office, located at 551 Hot Springs Blvd., and online at: mypagosa.org/1st-st-lift-station-lift-station-overflow-vaults-and-category-4-and-5-sanitary-sewer-pipe-replacement.
For questions or further information, contact Karl Johnson, Sanitation Capital Projects, at 970-264-4151 ext. 262.
Engaging in this public hearing offers residents a valuable opportunity to contribute to the planning and implementation of essential infrastructure improvements that will benefit the entire Pagosa Springs community.