Blueprint Columbus

Blueprint Columbus is an innovative way of eliminating sanitary sewer overflows while also investing in our neighborhoods and our local economy.

Why Blueprint Columbus?
Blueprint Columbus uses today’s technology to address the problem of rain water in sanitary sewers by directing it to the storm sewer, where it belongs. Learn more about the problem, how we got to this solution, and why Blueprint is the better deal for Columbus.

Not sure if you are in a Blueprint Neighborhood? Use our interactive map to find out, and see when Blueprint is coming to an area near you. If you are in an active Blueprint area, follow Blueprint Neighborhoods to get construction and project updates, sign up for Sump Pumps, and more.

Four Pillars
There are four pillars that make up the program that may be implemented in Blueprint neighborhoods: lateral lining, roof water redirection, a voluntary sump pump program, and green infrastructure. These Four Pillars keep rain water out of the sanitary sewer system and protect the quality of water in our rivers and streams.

Blueprint CIPs

Large capital improvement projects currently underway in support of Blueprint Columbus.

Green Infrastructure Design Guidelines and Supplemental Specifications
These were developed to assist with the design, construction and establishment of GI facilities in the public Right-of-Way (ROW). Elements of the Green Infrastructure Design Guidelines and Green Infrastructure Supplemental Specifications may be used on private development sites where appropriate.