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City of Duluth responding to sanitary sewer blockage near College Street and Kenwood Avenue

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By Kelli Latuska

City of Duluth Utilities Operations was notified at around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2 of a possible sanitary sewer backup near the intersection of Kenwood Avenue and College Street. Utilities crews responded and determined that a sewer release was occurring near Chester Creek.

Crews worked through yesterday afternoon and evening to clear the blockage with partial success. Crews continue to work at the site today to clear the blockage with additional staff and specialized equipment. The Minnesota Duty Officer was notified of releasing the sanitary sewer into Chester Creek.

The public is encouraged to avoid any contact with Chester Creek at this time. Recreational users of the upper Chester Bowl area may notice utility staff and equipment. The park's trails are not closed, but the public is asked to utilize caution in the affected section. The anticipated duration of this repair is unknown at this time.

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