The Louisville MSD Board has approved a reduced rate increase for fiscal year 2026 after its public comment period. The board adopted a 3.9 percent increase for Jefferson County residents, down from the initially proposed 4.9 percent.

LOUISVILLE, KY – The next meeting in the MSD clAIRity Community series will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, June 24, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at MSD’s Hill Street office. The purpose of this meeting is to encourage meaningful conversations with the community about odor management. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, share their experiences, and receive updates on MSD’s ongoing and upcoming initiatives to reduce odors. The discussions will focus on the factors contributing to odors and the steps MSD is taking to minimize their impact.

One lane of S Preston Street is closed to traffic at E Ormsby Avenue due to a sewer cave-in. 

Crews began repair work on Tuesday, May 27. 

The 36-inch brick sewer line, which was originally built by hand and has served the community since 1889. It is important to note that there will be no disruption of sewer service during the pipe repair.

The Louisville MSD Board has approved a preliminary rate proposal for fiscal year 2026 to support major infrastructure investments that protect public health, property and the environment across its service area. Under the budget plan, MSD will invest more than $302 million to support 181 capitalimprovement projects. 

The rate proposal adds $3.91 to the average monthly Jefferson County residential bill and $1.57 to the average monthly Oldham County* residential bill, starting August 1, 2025. 

Louisville MSD, in conjunction with the Water Environment Federation (WEF) Utility Management Community, have a new episode of their 

MSD’s clAIRity Community Meetings are back again this year, starting next Tuesday, April 22, to foster meaningful conversations with the community about odor management. Attendees can ask questions, share experiences, and hear updates on MSD’s ongoing and upcoming efforts to reduce odors. Discussions will focus on the factors contributing to odor and the steps MSD is taking to minimize their impact.

More than seven inches of rain in only five days early this month produced the eighth highest flood level in recorded Louisville history. The Ohio River crested April 9 at 36.63 feet on the upper gauge, three times the normal pool height of twelve feet. The deluge taxed all three utility services MSD provides in one agency, making for a very busy time across the flood protection, wastewater treatment, and stormwater drainage areas.

MSD advises residents whose homes or businesses were recently flooded to follow these guidelines.

Take photographs of the damage before cleanup. Residents are encouraged to begin cleanup as soon as safely possible; floodplain permits are not required before cleanup begins.

Flood cleanup safety tips:
•    Before entering your home, check for damaged power lines, gas lines, foundation cracks and 
    other exterior damage. It may be too dangerous to enter the home.

MSD has started the process of removing floodwall closures, as Ohio River levels continue to trend downward. 

Here is the projected removal schedule.

Friday, April 11: Floodwall closures at 8th and 11th streets 
Saturday, April 12: Riverport 
Sunday, April 13: Second Street
Monday, April 14: Bingham Way
Tuesday, April 15: 10th Street
Wednesday, April 16: 27th Street

MSD has taken 14 of its 16 flood pump stations out of active service as Ohio River levels trend downward.  

The two flood pump stations still in service — Western and Paddy’s Run — are expected to be taken offline this week.

During a flood event that saw more than seven inches of rain in five days, MSD activated all 16 flood pump stations, 65 flood gates and seven floodwall closures.