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Combined Sewer Overflow Mitigation Project

Chemung County is pursuing a $3.5 million green infrastructure pilot project in downtown Elmira to reduce sewer overflows during heavy rains by using rain gardens, permeable pavers, and bioswales.

1 mentionLast discussed May 26, 2026