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Canal Importation Ponds & Outfall Project#

This drainage improvement project was completed in 2012 in the Canal Importation Drainage Basin. The project was identified in the 2002-03 Stormwater Master Plan initiative.

The CIPO project was awarded the American Public Works Association Colorado Chapter annual award as the top Drainage and Flood Control Project in a Large Community in 2011. The award was presented to the project team (Fort Collins Utilities, Ayres Associates, Anderson Consulting Engineers, Garney Construction) in January 2012.

A 2010 aerial view of Red Fox Meadows at the southeast corner of Taft Hill and Prospect roads.

Did You Know?

Bluegrass lawns generally require 1" or more of water per week, depending on the weather.

Pouring cooled fats, oils and grease (FOG) into a sealable container and putting it in the trash or taking used oil to a recycling center can help prevent costly sewer backups.

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