Gallup, N.M., seeks $30-million drainage upgrades after flooding, water main break
(UI) — Gallup, N.M., is seeking state and federal funding for a $30 million stormwater drainage improvement program after severe flooding and a water transmission main break exposed vulnerabilities in the city's aging infrastructure.
Recent storms inundated roads and businesses while saturated ground contributed to the failure of a 16-inch water transmission main serving the city's south side. According to KOAT Albuquerque News, city crews repaired the damaged pipeline and worked to restore water service, while officials assessed flood damage across the community.
Mayor Marc DePauli said Gallup's drainage system is unable to adequately convey stormwater because channels have become obstructed by vegetation and debris. The city is proposing to upgrade and improve drainage channels to reduce flooding and increase resilience during future storms, KOAT reported.
Gallup is pursuing partnerships with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the New Mexico Department of Transportation and other funding programs to help finance the project. Under the proposed funding approach, the city would contribute approximately 25% of the project cost, with the remaining funding sought through state and federal sources.
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