City of Lowell · Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility
Lower Highlands Sewer Separation — Phase 3A
Modernizing sewer, stormwater, and water infrastructure in the Lower Highlands neighborhood.
💧 Why this project matters
Lowell's combined sewer system releases approximately 430 million gallons of overflow per year during heavy rain — flooding streets, causing sewer backups, and polluting the Merrimack and Concord rivers. This project separates stormwater from sewage to protect your neighborhood and local waterways.
21
acres separated
14,100
feet of new drainage
18M
gal/yr overflow reduced
📍 Project area
Saunders St · Inland St · School St · Fernald St · Spring Ave · Sawtelle Pl · Portions of Middlesex, Westford, and Grove Streets
🔧 Work sequence
ℹ️ What to expect
💰 Funding
The City of Lowell is funding this project through a combination of state-subsidized loans, federal grants, and local wastewater enterprise funds — structured to minimize the impact on ratepayers.
🗓️ Project phasing
2026 – 2028
Phase 3A
Lower Saunders, School & Inland
2028 – 2030
Phase 3B
Grand Area
2029 – 2032
Phase 3C
Pevey Area
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📞 Contact
Lower Highlands Public Infrastructure Modernization Plan
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Contact
- 451 First Street Boulevard Lowell, Massachusetts - 01850
- sewer@lowellma.gov
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Project Hotline
000-000-0000 -
Sewer Dept Mainline (24/7)
978-674-4248 -
Water Dept Mainline (24/7)
978-674-4240