El Campo city leaders are moving urgently to prevent sewer line collapses, hiring Urban Engineering to investigate aging, high-risk lines. Heavy rains in January caused a major sewer failure on South Wharton Street, serving 40% of the city and costing $500,000. Urban Engineering was chosen unanimously, despite no fixed cost, based on qualifications. The firm will target immediate threats, aiming to budget repairs efficiently. City Manager Courtney Sladek emphasized proactive spending to avoid financial oversights.