MISSOULA’S WASTEWATER PLANT EVOLVES TO HANDLE INCREASED CAPACITY

Missoula’s Wastewater plant evolves to handle increased capacity

Nov. 27, 2023

Hotdogs and burgers may be the meal of choice for University of Montana football fans. But with attendance at more than 25,000 for some home games, the crowds severely tested the city’s wastewater system until recent updates, according to city officials.

On average, wastewater flows to the university’s lift station peak at 100 gallons per minute. That number can rise to over 300 gallons per minute during football games, according to data from the city.

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