A notable push to improve local infrastructure unfolded today, signaling a fresh wave of investment in community utilities.
The Heber Springs Sewer Crew began installing new sewer taps on a 2″ force main in a subdivision near Lost Creek, while hosting a lunch‑and‑learn session led by former NFL player Eli Jenkins, and announcing a recent appointment to the Arkansas Drinking Water Advisory Board.
Sewer taps installed and training held
The Sewer Crew started installing sewer taps on a 2″ force main in a new subdivision near Lost Creek today, according to the Heber Springs Water & Wastewater Utility RSS post. The work proceeded under beautiful weather conditions. Details on the completion timeline are not yet known.
Former NFL player Eli Jenkins, now with M & H Hydrant, hosted a lunch‑and‑learn on hydrant maintenance for the crew. The session included participants from Tumbling Shoals Water System and Community Water System. Attendees reported learning new techniques, though they joked about their football skills.
Crews from Heber Springs and the visiting water systems participated in the training and continued their field work afterward. The collaborative effort aimed to improve both practical skills and inter‑agency cooperation. No further training events have been scheduled at this time.
In unrelated news, a crew member was recently appointed to a six‑year term on the Arkansas Drinking Water Advisory Board and Licensing Committee of the Arkansas Department of Health. The board assists with licensing, guidance, and ensuring safe drinking water across the state. The appointment was announced by the Arkansas Rural Water Association and the Arkansas Water and Wastewater Manager’s Association.
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