Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility Phase 2 Expansion
Holly Springs
Summary
The town is expanding its sewer plant from 6 to 8 million gallons per day with a $153M construction contract, funded by up to $140M in revenue bonds repaid through water and sewer rates. A resident argued the expansion locks in growth without securing more water supply.
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
$219.3 million total project cost, paid through utility rates via revenue bonds.
Growing households and businesses that need reliable sewer service and cleaner discharge into Utley Creek.
Ratepayers carry the debt, and critics say regional water supply is not being addressed in step with sewer capacity.
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