April 2025 News & Updates

An Update on Infrastructure Replacement Progress. District crews and contractors continued replacing critical gas and water infrastructure in 2024. Click here for an update on our progress, and to see an interactive map of where projects are happening in the community.

Record-breaking Event Boosts Funding for Assistance Programs. For the second year in a row, records were broken at the annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth. In its 18th year, a record 1,100 people registered for the event. More than $226,000 was raised through registration, donations and sponsorships, with 100% of proceeds benefiting utility assistance programs for M.U.D. and Omaha Public Power District customers. Read more here and visit heatthestreetsomaha.org to see a list of event sponsors.

Call Before You Dig — It’s the Law. As spring outdoor projects pick up, don’t forget the first step to digging. Nebraska law requires anyone who digs to submit a locate request by calling 811 or visiting nebraska811.com before putting your shovel to the ground. Learn more about safe digging here.

Help Reduce System Load With Odd/Even Watering. This spring and summer, customers are encouraged to follow an odd/even watering schedule. This evens out early morning spikes in demand and helps ensure our system operates more efficiently. Making this simple change can save you money and improve affordability for all customer-owners. Plus, limiting outdoor water use until mid-April could save you on sewer fees. Click here for more water saving tips.