Public Works

Engineering

The city engineer is responsible for all public engineering and construction projects within the City of Orono.

Sanitary Sewer

Public works utilities is responsible for inspecting and maintaining the collection system infrastructure and the sanitary lift stations and ensuring uninterrupted collection of wastewater.

Stormwater

Orono has an abundance of surface water resources including lakes, wetlands, ponds and streams.

Streets

The City of Orono has nearly 50 miles of roadway that it is responsible for maintaining.

Water

The City of Orono maintains a municipal water system consisting of 34 miles of water main, two treatment plants, four wells, 278 Hydrants and 266 Valves.

Public Works Services

Other Public Works Services the City provides include the leaf & grass drop-off site, wood chips, mulch, and compost site, and the residential brush site.

I & I Inspection - Point of Sale

The City of Orono requires property owners to obtain a Certificate of Inflow & Infiltration (I/I) Compliance from the City before selling or transferring title of property. Inspection of a sewer service line is required when a property connected to the city sanitary sewer is sold (Point of Sale). Properties that don’t pass inspection will be issued a correction notice.

Water Conservation