PWD Combined Sewer Overflow Program - A Successful CSO Program

A Successful CSO Program – The Balanced “Land-Water Infrastructure” Approach

The Philadelphia Water Department is committed to a balanced “land-water-infrastructure” approach to achieve its watershed management and CSO control goals. This method includes infrastructure-based approaches where appropriate, but also includes a range of land-based stormwater management techniques and the physical reconstruction of aquatic habitats, where appropriate. The ultimate goal of PWD’s approach is to restore and protect our rivers and streams.