Summary
The Ruskin Low-Pressure Sewer System (LPSS) Conversion Project will replace a portion of the County's existing low-pressure sewer system in the Ruskin community with a new centralized vacuum sewer collection system and vacuum pump station. Septic-to-sewer and sewer system conversion projects improve wastewater management by transitioning properties from aging or less resilient wastewater systems to a modern centralized collection network that transports wastewater for treatment. This phase of the project will construct the core vacuum sewer infrastructure serving the southern portion of the planned Ruskin Area B sewer shed and convert approximately 750 existing LPSS customers to the new system. Upon completion, the vacuum sewer system will be fully operational, providing a foundation for future phases that will expand service to additional properties and complete the conversion of remaining customers within the planned service area.
Community Benefit
The Ruskin LPSS Conversion Project is part of a broader County initiative to transition aging low-pressure sewer systems to a more reliable, centralized sewer network. By replacing older wastewater infrastructure with a modern vacuum sewer system, the project will reduce the risk of groundwater contamination, waterborne disease transmission, and pollutant releases to local soils and waterways. The project will also improve service reliability, reduce maintenance demands, and provide a stronger wastewater infrastructure foundation to support future sustainable growth and long-term resilience in the Ruskin community.
Funding Information
Total Amount BOCC Approved:
$30,000,000.00Current Status:
- Project Initiation
- Pending
- Design
- Pending
- Environmental Review
- Pending
- Procurement
- Pending
- Construction
- Pending
Project Location(s)
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