EPWater to provide tour of west El Paso dam, discuss progress of stormwater improvements

Utility investments help improve public safety

EL PASO – Local media is invited to a media briefing and tour of the Arroyo 1 Dam, a recently completed project in West El Paso. EPWater leaders will share an update on the Stormwater Utility’s  system improvements to protect public safety and private property.

About the Arroyo 1 Project:  Past rain events overwhelmed previous infrastructure, leading to severe flooding and damage to surrounding roads. Arroyo 1 helps reduce the amount of rock and silt that accumulates in the nearby Bear Ridge Channel, slowing and controlling mountain runoff downstream. The project also included protection of a trailhead to a hiking and biking path that links to the Lost Dog Trail.

WHEN: Thursday, July 17 at 9:45 a.m.

WHERE:  Arroyo 1 Dam, (Franklin Hills Street and Bear Ridge Drive)

WHO:  Gilbert Trejo, Vice President of Operations and Technical Services

             Gisela Dagnino, Chief Operations Officer – Stormwater

VISUALS:  Interview availability and b-roll of Arroyo 1 Dam

*Due to rugged terrain, please wear hiking boots or tennis shoes