3984 General Sewer PlanMOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
August 27, 2024
STUDY SESSION
Grant County Trends
Dr. Patrick Jones from the Eastern Washington University’s Institute for Public Policy &
Economic Analysis reviewed online data at www.grantcountytrends.org. Dr. Jones emphasized
on the city numbers compared to state, county, and national in the categories of population, age
groups, income, residential real estate, water quality, graduation rates, and transportation.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Moses Lake City Council was called to order at 6:40 p.m. by Mayor
Swartz in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center with audio remote access. Special notice for
remote attendance and citizen comment were posted on the meeting agenda.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Swartz; Deputy Mayor Madewell; Council Members Lombardi, Skaug, Fancher,
Martinez, and Myers.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Victor Lombardi led the Flag Salute.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor Swartz added confirmation of appointments for Park Board and Airport Commission.
Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to approve the Agenda as amended, second by
Council Member Fancher. The motion carried 7 – 0.
PRESENTATIONS
New Building Official Introduction
Interim Community Development Director Vivian Ramsey introduced the city's new Building
Official Todd Cunningham. Mr. Cunningham stepped to the podium and expressed his gratitude
to the Council for the chance to support the Moses Lake community in his new role.
Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation Proclamation
Mayor Swartz read and delivered the annual proclamation to Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation
Executive Director Angel Ledesma provided an overview of the organization to the Council. She
narrated a touching story about a client who battled cancer twice, resulting in a postponed
wedding organized by the Foundation. Ms. Ledesma shared inauguration of a new radiation
clinic at Confluence Health and the Foundation's introduction of an overnight program for
patients traveling from outside Moses Lake seeking treatment. They aim to establish housing for
these individuals in the future while local hotels are offering discounted rates for their clients.
Street Vacation Process
Development Review Manager Corey Davisson delivered a presentation outlining the steps from
application to final evaluation for street and right of way vacation requests.
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CITIZEN’S COMMUNICATION
Virginia & Luta St Covenant
Michael Riley, Moses Lake, questioned the breakdown of project expenses related to the
covenant based on current standards and regulations beyond the designated boundary. Interim
City Manager Mike Jackson will follow up with Mr. Riley about questions asked.
Miscellaneous
Elisia Dalluge, Moses Lake, thanked Parks Director Doug Coutts for attending the Moses Lake
Community Coalition Meeting. She also attended meetings for Grant County and Grant Public
Utility District to learn that they are having similar issues as the city. Mayor Swartz assured her
that Council has met and will continue to meet with these Commissioners, as well as the Port of
Moses Lake.
SUMMARY REPORTS
MAYOR’S REPORT
Board & Commission Appointments
Vacancies for the Municipal Airport Commission and Park Board were posted in accordance to
MLMC 2.08.740 and one eligible application was submitted for each position. Parks, Recreation
& Cultural Services Director Doug Coutts introduced Jennifer McCarthy, a dedicated Museum
volunteer and Big Bend Community College Professor, as his recommendation for the unexpired
term.
Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to confirm the appointment of Ms. McCarthy,
second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 – 0.
Municipal Airport Commissioner Darrin Jackson introduced Jeremy Davis as their
recommendation for the vacancy. Mr. Davis is a new pilot and serves as the president of the
local Pilot’s Association. Mr. Davis expressed his gratitude to Council for their consideration.
Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to confirm the appointment of Mr. Davis, second
by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 – 0.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Executive Search Consultant Update
GMP Consultants are working with staff to coordinate meetings with Council and Directors for
criteria on searches for a new City Manager and Fire Chief.
Opioid Abatement Consultant Update
Chelan Commissioner Overbay advised staff that they should have all signatures in place to
initiate process for determination of funding allocations on September 1.
PUBLIC HEARING
#1 LKQ Development Agreement Ordinance 3049
LKQ Foster Auto Parts, Inc., Project consists of roughly 159.71 acres. Permit #
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PLN2024-0060 (Short Subdivision) describes the Project as development of a
vehicle recycling and parts warehousing facility consisting of a 182,000 sq. ft.
facility and 140-acre+ stone yard. The Agreement is needed in order for the
Developer to secure financing. Mayor Swartz opened the hearing at 7:20 p.m.,
there being no comments, the hearing was closed.
Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to adopt Ordinance 3049 to authorize the City
Manager execute the LKQ Development Agreement before October 31, second by Council
Member Martinez. The motion carried 7 – 0.
CONSENT AGENDA
#2 a. Meeting minutes dated August 13, 2024
b. Electronic Transfer: N/A
Checks: 166621 - 166855 - $1,666,123.92
Payroll Checks: 08-16-2024 PR, #66404 - 66433 - $16,570.20
Electronic Payments: 08-16-2024 Direct Deposit - $793,248.57
c. GIS Ground Radar Purchase
Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented,
second by Council Member Martinez. The motion carried 7 – 0.
NEW BUSINESS
#3 Valley Road Landscaping GC2023-108
Project Surveyor Levi Bisnett provided a slide deck in the meeting packet to illustrate
Valley Road Landscaping options. The project is divided into three sections: Paxson
Drive to Grape, Grape to Central, and Central to Stratford Rd. Staff received a $27,000
grant from the Transportation Improvement Board to cover a portion of the project costs.
Council requested color where possible and inquired to staff about Code Enforcement on
adjacent private properties.
Action taken: Council Member Fancher motioned to authorize Valley Road Landscaping
GC2023-108, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 - 0.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS
Council Member Martinez announced that the Watershed Council will have the State of the Lake
address on September 16 at the Civic Center. She shared that Department of Natural Resource
contracts generate revenue to support mutual aid of firefighting resources across the state. She
later expressed gratitude to the police department for organizing the National Night Out event
and that there are openings for police officer positions.
Council Member Fancher attended the Community Development and Public Works Committee
meeting today where they continue to discuss water. City Engineer Richard Law has been invited
to a more senior role with the Bureau of Reclamation. There are plans to have a presentation to
full Council regarding the Wheeler Road corridor project.
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Council Member Skaug provided an update on the challenges faced by Well 17, highlighting the
dynamic nature of the water issue. He expressed his gratitude for the hard work put in by the city
staff to address water concerns.
Council Member Lombardi attended a meeting for the Port of Moses Lake and learned that
Boeing employees may strike on September 12. Their discussion covered their capital budget
and potential to build a convention center. He hopes the municipal airport commissioners will
also work on completing their five-year plan.
Council Member Madewell expressed her gratitude to Police and Fire Department for attending
the back to school backpack event.
Mayor Swartz also thanked Police and the Fire Department for participating in National Night
Out. The Sister City Program concluded a successful student exchange and plans to send five
students to Japan next year. He acknowledged Police Chief Dave Sands and his team for their
prompt response to the unfortunate shooting incident at the Grant County Fair.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Swartz called an Executive Session for 15 minutes from 8 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. to consider
acquisition of real estate for lease or purchase pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1) subsection b,
followed by a Closed Session, with no action to follow.
ADJOURNMENT
The regular meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
______________________________________
Dustin Swartz, Mayor
ATTEST____________________________
Debbie Burke, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 3984
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MOSES LAKE WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2024 MOSES LAKE GENERAL SEWER PLAN
Recitals:
1. RCW 90.48.110 and Chapter 173-240 WAC require the submission of engineeringreports, plans, and specifications for the construction of new sewerage systems, sewagetreatment or disposal systems to the department of ecology. This includes the submissionof said documents for revised general sewer plans.
2.The City of Moses Lake last prepared a collection system plan with our 2015 WastewaterSystem Master Plan.
3.The City of Moses Lake recognizes that periodic updates to the wastewater/sewer general
plan are required to ensure we are properly planning for the further growth, development,
and maintenance of our wastewater infrastructure.
4. The General Sewer Plan contains vital information needed for future ComprehensivePlan updates.
Resolved:
1.The 2024 Moses Lake General Sewer Plan as set forth is hereby approved and adopted inits entirety.
2.The 2024 Moses Lake General Sewer Plan will be incorporated into the futureComprehensive Plan updates.
3.The 2024 General Sewer Plan will be used to plan future capital improvement projects
that will support further growth, development, and maintenance of our wastewater utility
infrastructure.
ADOPTED by the City Council on September 10, 2024.
________________________________________ Dustin Swartz, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________ Debbie Burke, City Clerk
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May 2024 | Project No. 222036
Moses Lake
GENERAL SEWER PLAN
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STATE OF WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
Eastern Region Office
4601 North Monroe St., Spokane, WA 99205-1295 • 509-329-3400
June 4, 2024
The Honorable Dustin Swartz
City of Moses Lake
PO Box 1579
Moses Lake, WA 98837-0244
RE: Approval of General Sewer Plan for City of Moses Lake, Permit Nos. ST008024 and ST008012
Dear Mayor Swartz:
The Department of Ecology (Ecology) APPROVES the General Sewer Plan dated May 2024 and received
May 21, 2024. This approval is in accordance with RCW 90.48.110 and Chapter 173-240 WAC.
If Moses Lake has not incorporated the collection system operations and maintenance into the
Operations and Maintenance Manual for each facility, please either incorporate or provide a separate
Collection System Operations and Maintenance Manual to Ecology for review and approval.
The City of Moses Lake (Moses Lake) must notify this office immediately of any proposed changes or
revisions to the approved documents. Moses Lake must provide changes or revisions in the form of
addenda, technical appendices, or supplemental reports to the original approved package of documents
to Ecology for review and approval. Additionally, Moses Lake must maintain copies of the approved
engineering report, plans and specifications, operations and maintenance manual, permit, and
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) on-site at your facility in Moses Lake, Washington.
Ecology's review and approval of this document only assures compliance and consistency with the
appropriate rules, regulations, guidelines, planning and design criteria, terms of any loan agreement,
and/or other similar documents and is not a quality control check. Moses Lake should not consider this
approval as satisfying other applicable federal, state or local statutes, ordinances or regulations.
Please contact Diana Washington at dwas461@ecy.wa.gov or (509) 385-5529 if you have questions or
need additional information.
Sincerely,
Adriane P. Borgias
Water Quality Section Manager
Eastern Regional Office
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cc:
Kevin Fuhr, City Manager, City of Moses Lake
Brian Baltzell, Public Works Director, City of Moses
Lake Stillman Norton, PE, Keller Associates, Inc.
Pat Hallinan, Ecology, Eastern Region
Lindsey Forward, Ecology, Eastern Region
Diana Washington, Ecology, Eastern Region
Charlotte Daskalopoulos, Ecology Eastern Region
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION & PLANNING INFORMATION ..................................................... 1-1
1.1. Background ........................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2. Purpose and Need ................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.3. Water Quality Management Plan Conformance .................................................................... 1-1
1.4. Related Studies ..................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.5. Scope of Work ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.6. Proximity to Water Systems .................................................................................................. 1-2
1.7. Proximity to Other Wastewater Facilities ............................................................................... 1-2
1.8. Study Area and Land Use ..................................................................................................... 1-5
1.9. Topography ........................................................................................................................... 1-8
1.10. Population Projections ......................................................................................................... 1-9
1.11. Historical Flows Analysis ................................................................................................... 1-10
1.11.1. Total Yearly Flow ........................................................................................................ 1-11
1.11.2. Annual Average Design Flow ...................................................................................... 1-11
1.11.3. Average Summer Flow ............................................................................................... 1-12
1.11.4. Average Winter Flow .................................................................................................. 1-12
1.11.5. Maximum Month Design Flow ..................................................................................... 1-12
1.11.6. Maximum Day Design Flow ........................................................................................ 1-12
1.11.7. Peak Hour Design Flow .............................................................................................. 1-12
1.11.8. Commercial and Industrial Flows and Loads .............................................................. 1-12
1.11.9. Planning Criteria Flows ............................................................................................... 1-13
1.12. Infiltration & Inflow Analysis ............................................................................................... 1-13
1.12.1. Impact of Precipitation ................................................................................................ 1-13
1.12.2. Winter Influent Flows vs. Winter Water Consumption ................................................. 1-15
1.13. Future Flows Analysis ....................................................................................................... 1-15
1.13.1. Commercial and Industrial Flow Projection ................................................................. 1-15
1.13.2. Influent Flow Projection .............................................................................................. 1-15
1.13.3. Allocation of Projected Flows ...................................................................................... 1-16
1.14. Influent Loading Analysis ................................................................................................... 1-18
1.14.1. BOD5 and TSS Loading .............................................................................................. 1-18
1.14.2. Nitrogen Loading ........................................................................................................ 1-22
1.15. Regulatory Requirements .................................................................................................. 1-24
1.15.1. Sand Dunes WWTP .................................................................................................... 1-25
1.15.2. Larson WWTP ............................................................................................................ 1-26
1.15.3. Biosolids ..................................................................................................................... 1-26
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1.15.4. Future Regulations ..................................................................................................... 1-26
1.16. Capacity Criteria ................................................................................................................ 1-27
1.17. Other City Planning Criteria ............................................................................................... 1-28
1.18. Environmental Resources Present .................................................................................... 1-29
1.18.1. Land Use/Important Farmland/Formally Classified Land ............................................ 1-29
1.18.2. Floodplains ................................................................................................................. 1-29
1.18.3. Wetlands ..................................................................................................................... 1-30
1.18.4. Historic Properties ...................................................................................................... 1-31
1.18.5. Biological Resources .................................................................................................. 1-31
1.18.6. Water Quality Issues ................................................................................................... 1-31
1.18.7. Coastal Resources ..................................................................................................... 1-32
1.18.8. Climate, Topography, Geology, and Soils .................................................................. 1-32
1.18.9. Wild and Scenic Rivers ............................................................................................... 1-34
1.18.10. Air Quality ................................................................................................................. 1-36
CHAPTER 2 - COLLECTION SYSTEM CONDITION ...................................................................... 2-1
2.1. Description of the Wastewater Service Area ......................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1. Wastewater Collection System ....................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2. Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant .............................................................................. 2-1
2.1.3. Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant ...................................................................... 2-2
2.1.4. Private Wastewater Systems within the City’s Service Area ........................................... 2-3
2.2. Pipelines and Manholes Overview ......................................................................................... 2-3
2.3. Pipeline Conditions Assessment ........................................................................................... 2-7
2.4. Pipeline Capacity Assessment .............................................................................................. 2-8
2.5. Replacement Budget ............................................................................................................. 2-8
2.5.1. Scenario 1 – Annual Replacement Budget (Based on 1% - 2% replacement per year) . 2-8
2.5.2. Scenario 2 – Annual Replacement Budget (Based on Replacing Unlined Pipes in 20 Years) ..................................................................................................................................... 2-8
2.5.3. Replacement Budget Conclusion .................................................................................... 2-9
2.6. Operation and Maintenance Recommendations ................................................................... 2-9
CHAPTER 3 - LIFT STATIONS CONDITION .................................................................................. 3-1
3.1. Lift Stations ............................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2. Lift Station Pump Evaluation ................................................................................................. 3-6
3.3. Existing Lift Station Deficiencies ............................................................................................ 3-8
3.4. Capital Improvement Recommendations ............................................................................... 3-9
CHAPTER 4 - COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE .............................................................. 4-1
4.1. Model Development and Calibration ...................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.1. Model Loads ................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2. Flow Monitoring .............................................................................................................. 4-3
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4.1.3. Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 4-5
4.2. Existing Conditions Capacity Assessment ............................................................................. 4-8
4.2.1. Collection System Evaluation Criteria ............................................................................. 4-9
4.2.2. Existing Collection System Capacity Evaluation ............................................................. 4-9
4.3. 20-Year Conditions Capacity Assessment .......................................................................... 4-14
4.3.1. Future Conditions Capacity Analysis ............................................................................ 4-14
CHAPTER 5 - TREATMENT SYSTEM ASSESSMENT .................................................................. 5-1
5.1. Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant Condition ..................................................................... 5-1
5.1.1. Headworks ...................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2. Secondary Treatment ..................................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.3. UV Disinfection ............................................................................................................... 5-4
5.1.4. Rapid Infiltration and Sludge Digestion Basins ............................................................... 5-4
5.1.5. Electricity and Emergency Power ................................................................................... 5-5
5.1.6. Buildings, Site Security, Roads, and Utility Water ........................................................... 5-5
5.2. Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity ...................................................................... 5-5
5.2.1. Effluent BOD5 ................................................................................................................. 5-6
5.2.2. Effluent Total Coliform .................................................................................................... 5-7
5.2.3. Effluent Nitrate Plus Nitrite .............................................................................................. 5-8
5.2.4. Effluent Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) ............................................................................. 5-8
5.2.5. Headworks ...................................................................................................................... 5-9
5.2.6. Secondary Treatment ................................................................................................... 5-10
5.2.7. UV Disinfection ............................................................................................................. 5-10
5.2.8. Solids Storage .............................................................................................................. 5-10
5.2.9. Rapid Infiltration Basins ................................................................................................ 5-11
5.2.10. Hydraulic Capacity ...................................................................................................... 5-11
5.3. Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant Condition .......................................................... 5-11
5.3.1. Headworks .................................................................................................................... 5-12
5.3.2. Secondary Treatment ................................................................................................... 5-13
5.3.3. UV Disinfection ............................................................................................................. 5-14
5.3.4. Rapid Infiltration and Sludge Digestion Basins ............................................................. 5-14
5.3.5. Electricity and Emergency Power ................................................................................. 5-15
5.3.6. Buildings, Site Security, Roads, and Utility Water ......................................................... 5-15
5.4. Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity ............................................................ 5-15
5.4.1. Effluent pH .................................................................................................................... 5-16
5.4.2. Effluent CBOD5 ............................................................................................................. 5-16
5.4.3. Effluent TSS .................................................................................................................. 5-17
5.4.4. Effluent TDS ................................................................................................................. 5-18
5.4.5. Effluent Fecal Coliform ................................................................................................. 5-19
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5.4.6. Effluent Nitrate .............................................................................................................. 5-19
5.4.7. Effluent Total Nitrogen .................................................................................................. 5-20
5.4.8. Headworks .................................................................................................................... 5-20
5.4.9. Secondary Treatment ................................................................................................... 5-21
5.4.10. UV Disinfection ........................................................................................................... 5-21
5.4.11. Solids Handling ........................................................................................................... 5-21
5.4.12. Rapid Infiltration Basins .............................................................................................. 5-22
5.4.13. Hydraulic Capacity ...................................................................................................... 5-22
CHAPTER 6 - COLLECTION SYSTEM ALTERNATIVES .............................................................. 6-1
6.1. Capacity Alternatives ............................................................................................................. 6-1
6.1.1. Wheeler / Carnation Basins ............................................................................................ 6-1
6.1.2. Peninsula Trunkline ........................................................................................................ 6-3
6.2. Pipeline Replacement Alternatives ........................................................................................ 6-5
6.3. Potential Construction Challenges......................................................................................... 6-6
6.4. Future Pipeline Layout ........................................................................................................... 6-6
6.4.1. Cascade Valley Service .................................................................................................. 6-6
6.4.2. Southern Residential Service .......................................................................................... 6-9
6.5. Recommended Master Plan ................................................................................................ 6-10
CHAPTER 7 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN ............................................................................ 7-1
7.1. Priority Improvements ............................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1.1. COF Wastewater Pump Upgrades ................................................................................. 7-4
7.1.2. New Northshore Lift Station ............................................................................................ 7-5
7.1.3. Westshore and Hansen Road Odor Control ................................................................... 7-5
7.1.4. Peninsula 10” Gravity Sewer and Wetwell Replacement ................................................ 7-6
7.1.5. Upgrade Division Lift Station Pumps .............................................................................. 7-6
7.1.6. Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps and Controls ........................................................ 7-7
7.1.7. Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension ..................................................................... 7-8
7.1.8. Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension ....................................................................... 7-9
7.1.9. Larson WWTP Facility Plan .......................................................................................... 7-10
7.1.10. Sand Dunes WWTP Facility Plan ............................................................................... 7-10
7.1.11. New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main ................................................................... 7-11
7.1.12. New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main ....................................................... 7-12
7.1.13. 24” COF Force Main ................................................................................................... 7-13
7.1.14. City-wide Lift Station Safety Upgrades ....................................................................... 7-14
7.1.15. Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades ......................................................... 7-15
7.1.16. Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle, Larson Lift Stations ...................... 7-16
7.1.17. New Generator for Larson Lift Station ........................................................................ 7-17
7.1.18. Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement ...................................................................... 7-17
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7.1.19. Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer ...................................... 7-18
7.1.20. Mae Valley Treatment Plant AKART Analysis ............................................................ 7-19
7.1.21. Blue Heron Lift Station Upgrade ................................................................................. 7-20
7.1.22. Nelson Lift Station Upgrade ........................................................................................ 7-21
7.1.23. Southern Residential Lift Station and Force Main ....................................................... 7-22
7.1.24. Carnation Lift Station Upgrade .................................................................................... 7-23
7.1.25. New Lift Station on Peninsula Dr, Extension to COF Force Main ............................... 7-24
7.1.26. Wheeler Rd Gravity Main Upgrade ............................................................................. 7-25
7.1.27. North Cascade Valley Lift Station and Sewer Mains ................................................... 7-25
7.2. CIP Design Information and Calculations ............................................................................ 7-26
7.2.1. Force Main and Gravity Sewer Pipelines ...................................................................... 7-26
7.2.2. Lift Stations ................................................................................................................... 7-29
7.3. Annual Replacement Program............................................................................................. 7-30
7.4. Operations and Maintenance Impacts ................................................................................. 7-30
7.5. Recommended CIP Program and Rate Increases ............................................................... 7-30
7.6. Development Driven Improvements .................................................................................... 7-30
7.7. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 7-30
CHAPTER 8 - FINANCIAL PLAN .................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 8-1
8.2. Past Financial Performance .................................................................................................. 8-1
8.2.1. Findings and Trends ....................................................................................................... 8-2
8.3. Current Financial Structure .................................................................................................... 8-3
8.3.1. Financial Plan ................................................................................................................. 8-3
8.3.2. Capital Funding Plan ...................................................................................................... 8-4
8.3.3. Capital Financing Strategy .............................................................................................. 8-6
8.4. Financial Forecast ................................................................................................................. 8-6
8.4.1. Fiscal Policies ................................................................................................................. 8-7
8.4.2. Minimum Fund Balances ................................................................................................ 8-7
8.4.3. Rate Funded System Reinvestment ............................................................................... 8-7
8.4.4. Debt Management .......................................................................................................... 8-8
8.5. Financial Forecast ................................................................................................................. 8-8
8.6. Additional Operation Cost Considerations ........................................................................... 8-10
8.7. Proposed Rate Strategy ...................................................................................................... 8-10
8.7.1. Funds and Reserves ..................................................................................................... 8-10
8.7.2. Current Rates ............................................................................................................... 8-11
8.7.3. Proposed Rates ............................................................................................................ 8-12
8.8. Affordability .......................................................................................................................... 8-12
8.9. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 8-13
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Appendix A - Figures
Figure A1.1 – Proximity to Water Facilities
Figure A1.2 – Proximity to Other Wastewater Facilities
Figure A1.3 – Study Area and Land Use
Figure A1.4 – Sewer Service Expansion
Figure A1.5 – Future Growth Areas
Figure A1.6 – Topography
Figure A2.1 – Existing System, Pipeline Size
Figure A2.2 – Existing System, Pipeline Material
Figure A4.1 – Future Growth Areas – Max Day Load Allocation
Figure A7.1 – Capital Improvement Plan
Appendix B – SEPA
Appendix C – Environmental Figures
Prime Farmland Map
FEMA FIRM Panel Map
National Wetlands Inventory Map
Endangered/Threatened Species Summary
Appendix D – Tributary Summary Reports
Appendix E – Annual Replacement Costs
Appendix F – City List of Planned Improvements
Appendix G – Wastewater Model Development Tech Memo
Appendix H – Calibrated Model Curves
Appendix I – Cascade Valley Sewer Tech Memo
Appendix J – City WWTP Permits
Appendix K – CIP Information
Appendix L – COF Pump Station Tech Memo
Appendix M – Industrial WWTP Evaluation Tech Memo
Appendix N – City Wastewater Regulations
List of Charts:
Chart 1.1 Historical and Projected Population, 2010-2042 ............................................ 1-10
Chart 1.2 Sand Dunes Daily Influent Flow vs. Precipitation ........................................... 1-14
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Chart 1.3 Larson Daily Influent Flow vs. Precipitation .................................................... 1-14
Chart 1.4 Sand Dunes Influent CBOD5 and TSS Concentrations .................................. 1-19
Chart 1.5 Larson Influent BOD5, CBOD5, and TSS Concentrations ............................... 1-19
Chart 1.6 Sand Dunes Influent CBOD5 and TSS Loadings ............................................ 1-20
Chart 1.7 Larson Influent BOD5, CBOD5, and TSS Loadings ........................................ 1-20
Chart 1.8 Sand Dunes Influent TKN Concentrations ...................................................... 1-22
Chart 1.9 Larson Influent TKN and Ammonia Concentrations ....................................... 1-23
List of Figures:
Figure 1.1 Proximity to Water Systems ............................................................................. 1-3
Figure 1.2 Proximity to Other Wastewater Facilities .......................................................... 1-4
Figure 1.3 Study Area and Land Use ................................................................................ 1-5
Figure 1.4 Sewer Service Expansion ................................................................................ 1-6
Figure 1.5 Future Growth Areas ........................................................................................ 1-7
Figure 1.6 Topography and Elevations .............................................................................. 1-8
Figure 1.7 Wetland Mapping ........................................................................................... 1-30
Figure 1.8 Category 5 – 303(d) Assessed Waters Mapping ............................................ 1-32
Figure 1.9 Moses Lake Area Seismic Hazard Map ......................................................... 1-33
Figure 1.10 Wild and Scenic Rivers in Moses Lake Region .............................................. 1-34
Figure 1.11 Surface Water Elevations Relative to Outfalls ................................................ 1-35
Figure 1.12 Areas of Air Quality Concern .......................................................................... 1-36
Figure 2.1 Existing System, Pipeline Size ......................................................................... 2-5
Figure 2.2 Existing System, Pipeline Material ................................................................... 2-6
Figure 3.1 Sand Dunes Lift Stations Flow Graphic ............................................................ 3-1
Figure 3.2 Larson Lift Stations Flow Graphic ..................................................................... 3-2
Figure 3.3 Existing Lift Stations Locations and Sewer Basins ........................................... 3-3
Figure 3.4 WWTP Flow Basins .......................................................................................... 3-4
Figure 3.5 City Identified Improvements ............................................................................ 3-9
Figure 4.1 Modeled Collection System Pipelines and Lift Stations .................................... 4-2
Figure 4.2 Loading Methodology Visualization .................................................................. 4-3
Figure 4.3 Flow Monitoring Locations ................................................................................ 4-4
Figure 4.4 Peninsula Location 7, Flow Monitoring – Pre-Calibration ................................. 4-6
Figure 4.5 Peninsula Location 7, Flow Monitoring – Post-Calibration ............................... 4-6
Figure 4.6 Existing Peak Hour Capacities, d/D ................................................................ 4-10
Figure 4.7 Flow Velocities, Average Day Condition ......................................................... 4-13
Figure 4.8 20-Year Maximum d/D Capacities .................................................................. 4-15
Figure 5.1 Larson WWTP Map .......................................................................................... 5-1
Figure 5.2 Larson WWTP Process Schematic .................................................................. 5-2
Figure 5.3 Effluent BOD5 Concentration (Monthly) ............................................................ 5-6
Figure 5.4 Effluent BOD5 Concentration (Weekly) ............................................................. 5-7
Figure 5.5 Effluent Total Coliform ...................................................................................... 5-7
Figure 5.6 Effluent Nitrate Plus Nitrite ............................................................................... 5-8
Figure 5.7 Effluent TDS ..................................................................................................... 5-9
Figure 5.8 Sand Dunes WWTP Map ............................................................................... 5-11
Figure 5.9 Sand Dunes WWTP Process Schematic ........................................................ 5-12
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Figure 5.10 Effluent pH ..................................................................................................... 5-16
Figure 5.11 Average Monthly CBOD5 ................................................................................ 5-17
Figure 5.12 Maximum Daily CBOD5 .................................................................................. 5-17
Figure 5.13 Average Monthly TSS .................................................................................... 5-18
Figure 5.14 Maximum Daily TSS ....................................................................................... 5-18
Figure 5.15 Effluent TDS ................................................................................................... 5-19
Figure 5.16 Effluent Fecal Coliform ................................................................................... 5-19
Figure 5.17 Effluent Nitrate ............................................................................................... 5-20
Figure 5.18 Effluent Total Nitrogen .................................................................................... 5-20
Figure 6.1 Wheeler/Carnation Improvement Alternatives .................................................. 6-2
Figure 6.2 Peninsula Improvement Alternatives ................................................................ 6-4
Figure 6.3 Cascade Valley Improvement Alternatives ....................................................... 6-8
Figure 6.4 South Residential Improvement Alternatives .................................................... 6-9
Figure 7.1 Capital Improvement Plan ................................................................................ 7-2
List of Tables:
Table 1.1 Moses Lake Historical and Projected Populations ........................................... 1-9
Table 1.2 Sand Dunes WWTP Influent Flow Analysis .................................................... 1-10
Table 1.3 Larson WWTP Influent Flow Analysis ............................................................ 1-11
Table 1.4 Sand Dunes + Larson WWTP Influent Flow Analysis ..................................... 1-11
Table 1.5 Consumption by Type (2019) ......................................................................... 1-13
Table 1.6 Consumption by Type (Jan-Feb 2022) ........................................................... 1-13
Table 1.7 Winter Water Consumption vs. Wastewater Flows ......................................... 1-15
Table 1.8 Influent Flow Projection .................................................................................. 1-16
Table 1.9 Sand Dunes WWTP Influent Flow Projection ................................................. 1-17
Table 1.10 Larson WWTP Influent Flow Projection .......................................................... 1-18
Table 1.11 Sand Dunes Influent CBOD5 and TSS Loading and Planning Criteria ........... 1-21
Table 1.12 Larson Influent BOD5 and TSS Loading and Planning Criteria....................... 1-21
Table 1.13 Sand Dunes Influent CBOD5 Loading Projections .......................................... 1-22
Table 1.14 Larson Influent BOD5 Loading Projections ..................................................... 1-22
Table 1.15 Sand Dunes Influent TKN Loading and Planning Criteria ............................... 1-23
Table 1.16 Larson Influent TKN Loading and Planning Criteria ....................................... 1-23
Table 1.17 Sand Dunes Influent TKN Loading Projections .............................................. 1-24
Table 1.18 Larson Influent TKN Loading Projections ....................................................... 1-24
Table 1.19 Sand Dunes Effluent Limits ............................................................................ 1-25
Table 1.20 Larson Effluent Limits ..................................................................................... 1-26
Table 1.21 Infrastructure Design Life Chart ..................................................................... 1-29
Table 2.1 Pipe Material Legend ....................................................................................... 2-3
Table 2.2 Collection System Gravity Pipeline Size and Material Summary ...................... 2-3
Table 2.3 Collection System Pressure Pipeline Size and Material Summary ................... 2-4
Table 2.4 1% Annual Pipeline Replacement Budget ........................................................ 2-8
Table 2.5 20-Year Unlined Pipe Annual Replacement Budget ......................................... 2-9
Table 3.1 Existing Lift Stations Locations and Sewer Basins ........................................... 3-5
Table 3.2 Reported Pump Capacity vs. Observed Pump Capacity .................................. 3-7
Table 4.1 Calibration Factors Applied to Flow Meter Basins ............................................ 4-5
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Table 4.2 Lift Station Pump Curve and Force Main Roughness Adjustments .................. 4-7
Table 4.3 Model vs. SCADA Output for Calibration Day .................................................. 4-7
Table 4.4 Estimated Daily Inflow into Lift Station vs. Model Inflow ................................... 4-8
Table 4.5 Calibrated Day to Max Day Factors .................................................................. 4-8
Table 4.6 Calibrated Day to Average Day Factors ........................................................... 4-9
Table 4.7 Maximum Velocities in Force Mains ............................................................... 4-11
Table 4.8 20-Year Maximum Inflow Into Modeled Lift Stations vs. Lift Station Reported Capacities ....................................................................................... 4-17
Table 4.9 20-Year Maximum Velocities in Force Mains with Existing Infrastructure and the “Open” Scenario ............................................................................................. 4-18
Table 5.1 Larson Design Criteria vs Current and Projected Flows/Loads ........................ 5-5
Table 5.2 Sand Dunes Design Criteria vs Current and Projected Flows/Loads ............. 5-16
Table 6.1 Wheeler/Carnation Improvement Alternatives .................................................. 6-3
Table 6.2 Peninsula Improvement Alternatives ................................................................ 6-5
Table 6.3 Cascade Valley Improvement Alternatives ....................................................... 6-7
Table 6.4 Southern Residential Improvement Alternatives ............................................ 6-10
Table 7.1 Priority Improvements ...................................................................................... 7-3
Table 7.2 Typical Manning’s Coefficients ....................................................................... 7-26
Table 7.3 Force Main Calculations ................................................................................. 7-27
Table 7.4 Gravity Sewer Main Flow Calculations by Pipe Diameter ............................... 7-28
Table 7.5 Gravity Sewer CIP Calculations ..................................................................... 7-28
Table 7.6 Lift Station Recommended Design Flow Rates .............................................. 7-29
Table 8.1 Historical Financial Statements ........................................................................ 8-2
Table 8.2 20 Year CIP ...................................................................................................... 8-5
Table 8.3 Initial Capital Financing Strategy ...................................................................... 8-6
Table 8.4 Revenue Requirement Summary ..................................................................... 8-9
Table 8.5 Proposed Rate Strategy ................................................................................. 8-10
Table 8.6 Projected Operating and Capital Fund Ending Balances ............................... 8-11
Table 8.7 GSP Financial Plan Rates .............................................................................. 8-12
Table 8.8 Projected Annual Rate Increases ................................................................... 8-12
Table 8.9 Projected Annual Rate Increases for the City ................................................. 8-13
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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION & PLANNING INFORMATION
1.1. BACKGROUND
The City of Moses Lake (City) is in central Washington, situated on the northeast shore of Moses Lake in
Grant County. The City operates and maintains a sewer collection system and multiple treatment plants to
provide public sewer service within city limits.
In February of 2022, the City contracted with Keller Associates to prepare an updated General Sewer Plan
(GSP) to replace their 2015 Wastewater System Master Plan. The primary focus of this plan will be on the
collection system and may be later supplemented or amended to provide more planning and analysis of
the City’s two wastewater treatment plants. The funding for this study was provided by the City of Moses
Lake reserves.
1.2. PURPOSE AND NEED
It is the goal of the City to maintain a well-planned and livable community through evaluating existing
infrastructure and planning for future growth. The City last prepared a collection system plan with their
2015 Wastewater System Master Plan. This GSP will build on previous planning efforts, update outdated
information, and build a more up-to-date and accurate Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the City’s sewer
collection system.
1.3. WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLAN CONFORMANCE
The City does not currently have a Water Quality Management Plan; however, the City has discharge
permits for each of their treatment plants. Addressing the deficiencies noted in this plan, including the
proposed capital improvements projects, will improve the sewage system and the City’s ability to meet state
and federal water quality requirements.
1.4. RELATED STUDIES
This GSP intends to build on previous capital planning efforts to provide the City with a recommended
sewer collection CIP. In addition, the plan will encompass proposed projects such as a planning-level cost
estimate for the identified capital improvement projects, phasing recommendations for the suggested
alternatives, an annual budget impact with proposed improvements, potential financing options, and section
drafted plans. Related studies used in the preparation of this document include the following:
2021 Moses Lake Together – Creating Our Future (hereafter referred to as the comprehensive
plan; prepared by BERK Consulting, MAKERS, and Perteet)
2015 Wastewater System Master Plan (prepared by City of Moses Lake)
2015 Water System Plan (prepared by City of Moses Lake)
2022 Water System Plan Update (developed concurrent to this study; prepared by City of Moses
Lake)
2021 Moses Lake Wastewater Model Development Tech Memo (prepared by Keller Associates)
1.5. SCOPE OF WORK
The following list highlights major tasks included in this study:
Data acquisition and review
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Development of planning criteria
Document environmental resources
Collection system, lift stations, and treatment systems condition assessment
Evaluation of collection system, lift stations, and treatment system’s existing and future
performance
Evaluation of collection system improvement alternatives
Development of a capital improvement plan for the collection system
Financial status of sewer utility and financing options
1.6. PROXIMITY TO WATER SYSTEMS
In addition to the City’s sewer collection and treatment system, the City also operates and maintains a
public water system consisting of wells, reservoirs, pumping facilities, and distribution piping. The locations
of water supply sources, water storage reservoirs, water distribution piping and booster pumping facilities
are shown in Figure 1.1 (see Figure A1.1 in Appendix A for full size). In addition there are several private
wells located within the boundaries of the Moses Lake sewer collection system. These private wells and
their proximity to sewer collections can also be seen in Figure 1.1.
1.7. PROXIMITY TO OTHER WASTEWATER FACILITIES
In addition to the City’s two wastewater treatment plants - Larson and Sand Dunes - there are several
industrial and municipal wastewater treatment plants within 20 miles of the City. The locations and names
of these facilities are depicted in Figure 1.2 (see Figure A1.2 in Appendix A for full size).
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FIGURE 1.1 – PROXIMITY TO WATER SYSTEMS
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FIGURE 1.2 – PROXIMITY TO OTHER WASTEWATER FACILITIES
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1.8. STUDY AREA AND LAND USE
Current development information and study area mapping was developed by City planning staff and are
illustrated in Figure 1.3 (see Figure A1.3 in Appendix A for full size). The study area boundary includes
Moses Lake City Limits and the Urban Growth Area (UGA). These shared planning areas were previously
included in the 2021 Moses Lake Comprehensive Plan. City staff noted that there may be some ongoing
changes to the UGA which may not be finalized until after this study is completed. City staff have directed
Keller to continue to use the current UGA for this planning study.
FIGURE 1.3 – STUDY AREA AND LAND USE
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Future growth areas, including areas of anticipated residential, commercial, and industrial growth within the
planning study have been identified by City staff. These areas of anticipated growth have been commonly
identified as the Mae Valley Area (southwest area of town), Cascade Valley Area (central area of town),
Pelican Point Area (south end of town), and the Wheeler Area (east area of town) and are illustrated in
Figure 1.4 (see Figure A1.4 in Appendix A for full size).
FIGURE 1.4 – SEWER SERVICE EXPANSION
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These areas of anticipated growth were further defined by City staff and overlaid on the City’s land use
map. Future growth areas including areas of anticipated residential, commercial, and industrial growth
within the planning study are illustrated in Figure 1.5 (see Figure A1.5 in Appendix A for full size).
FIGURE 1.5 – FUTURE GROWTH AREAS
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1.9. TOPOGRAPHY
The City of Moses Lake surrounds Moses Lake and the topography generally slopes towards the lake from
all directions as shown in Figure 1.6 (see Figure A1.6 in Appendix A for full size). With the lake as a low
point, generally all surface water flows to the lake from the surrounding areas.
FIGURE 1.6 – TOPOGRAPHY AND ELEVATIONS
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1.10. POPULATION PROJECTIONS
This section outlines the historical population for the Moses Lake sewer service area and projects future
population for the next 20 years (2042). The 2021 Comprehensive Plan provides historical population data
through 2019 for the City of Moses Lake and was taken from the U.S. Bureau of Census and the
Washington Office of Financial Management (OFM). According to the most recent U.S. Census (2020), the
population in Moses Lake was 25,146. Table 1.1 summarizes historical and projected populations for the
City and Chart 1.1 depicts this data graphically. The future population for the City of Moses Lake in 2042
is projected as 42,371 people.
It should be noted that the growth rate used for this report was taken from the 2021 Comprehensive Plan.
The 2021 Comprehensive Plan determined that the City’s growth rate averaged 2.4% annually since 2015.
If the City sustains this growth rate, the estimated population would be 26,367 in 2022, 33,425 in 2032, and
42,371 by 2042 (20-year planning period). By 2042 the population would have grown almost twice its size.
City staff agreed that utilizing a 2.4% growth rate for this plan is appropriate given current developer and
industrial interest. Industrial growth has been supported with new interest from several new industrial
companies as detailed in the Industrial WWTP Technical Memorandum in Appendix M. Moses Lake has
also documented tremendous developer interest in the past years with plans to continue growing residential
areas within the City’s Urban Growth Area as seen in Figure 1.5. The large developer interest is largely due
to ongoing and planned industrial growth and indicates the potential for significant influxes of people moving
in to new homes for new jobs in the area which supports the need to project future populations with an
aggressive growth rate of 2.4%.
TABLE 1.1 – MOSES LAKE HISTORICAL AND PROJECTED POPULATIONS
Year Population Growth Rate, r
1960 11,299 -
1970 10,310 -0.91%
1980 10,629 0.31%
1990 11,235 0.56%
2000 14,953 2.90%
2010 20,366 3.14%
2014 21,600 1.48%
2015 22,080 2.22%
2019 24,220 2.34%
2020 25,146 3.82%
2021 25,750 2.40%
2022 26,367 2.40%
2027 29,687 2.40%
2032 33,425 2.40%
2037 37,633 2.40%
2042 42,371 2.40%
Moses Lake Population Projection
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CHART 1.1 – HISTORICAL AND PROJECTED POPULATION, 2010 - 2042
1.11. HISTORICAL FLOWS ANALYSIS
For the City’s wastewater system, historical flow data was reviewed to identify the annual average, average
summer, average winter, maximum month, and maximum day (and maximum two day) flow conditions for
the system. Influent flows into both the Sand Dunes and Larson WWTPs were analyzed from 2015 through
2021. The results of the analysis for the Sand Dunes and Larson influent flows are found in Tables 1.2 and
1.3, respectively and are totalized for community-wide flows in Table 1.4.
TABLE 1.2 – SAND DUNES WWTP INFLUENT FLOW ANALYSIS
Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 7-Year Average Design
Annual Average 2.09 2.13 2.21 2.12 2.11 2.09 2.12 2.12 2.12
Average Summer2 2.20 2.24 2.30 2.20 2.23 2.19 2.26 2.23 2.23
Average Winter1 1.97 2.01 2.12 2.04 1.99 2.00 1.97 2.01 2.01
Maximum Day 2.57 2.53 2.94 2.55 2.57 2.33 2.44 2.56 2.94
Maximum Day
(2-day average)2.36 2.42 2.68 2.54 2.39 2.29 2.43 2.44 2.68
Max Monthly
(30-day average)2.23 2.26 2.33 2.25 2.25 2.21 2.29 2.26 2.33
Yearly Total (MG3)762 778 805 774 771 762 774 --
Sand Dunes WWTP Influent Flow (MGD3)
1) Average winter day includes December - February
2) Average summer day includes June - July
3) MGD = million gallons per day; MG = million gallons
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TABLE 1.3 – LARSON WWTP INFLUENT FLOW ANALYSIS
TABLE 1.4 – SAND DUNES + LARSON WWTP INFLUENT FLOW ANALYSIS
1.11.1. Total Yearly Flow
The total yearly flow was calculated for each of the last seven years with complete influent flow data (January through December). Over the last seven years the Sand Dunes WWTP received influent
flows ranging between 762 million gallons to 805 million gallons, with the high occurring in 2017. The Larson WWTP had a much tighter pattern of influent flows ranging from about 113 million
gallons to 116 million gallons over the same time period with the high occurring in 2017 as well.
1.11.2. Annual Average Design Flow
The annual average design flow (AADF) is the average daily flow for the entire year. An AADF was calculated for each of the last seven years with complete influent flow data (January through December). The AADF was then averaged for 2015 through 2021 to obtain the current planning criteria AADF of 2.12 MGD for the Sand Dunes WWTP and 0.306 MGD for the Larson WWTP.
Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 7-Year Average Design
Annual Average 0.316 0.312 0.318 0.308 0.316 0.290 0.283 0.306 0.306
Average Summer2 0.312 0.306 0.319 0.320 0.325 0.292 0.286 0.309 0.309
Average Winter1 0.309 0.310 0.317 0.291 0.309 0.296 0.284 0.302 0.302
Maximum Day4 0.428 0.404 0.469 0.408 0.390 0.356 0.393 0.407 0.469
Maximum Day
(2-day average)5 0.418 0.377 0.403 0.374 0.374 0.374 0.375 0.385 0.418
Max Monthly
(30-day average)0.343 0.330 0.343 0.336 0.335 0.315 0.299 0.329 0.343
Yearly Total (MG3)115 114 116 113 115 115 115 --
Larson WWTP Influent Flow (MGD3)
1) Average winter day includes December - February.
2) Average summer day includes June - July
3) MGD = million gallons per day; MG = million gallons
4) For 2015 Maximun Day was reported to be 0.585, this was disregarded as an outlier and the second highest day flow of 0.428 was recorded
5)For 2015 Maximum Day flow as a 2 day average was also affected by this 0.585 outlier flow. The value of 0.418 reported in this table is the largest 2 day
max flow not affected by this outlier flow
Note: only Max Day and and 2 day average flow were affected by the outlier flow in 2015, all other reported values in this table are accurate and true values
Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 7-Year Average Design
Annual Average 2.41 2.44 2.52 2.43 2.43 2.38 2.40 2.43 2.43
Average Summer2 2.51 2.54 2.62 2.52 2.55 2.49 2.55 2.54 2.54
Average Winter1 2.28 2.31 2.43 2.33 2.30 2.30 2.25 2.31 2.31
Maximum Day 3.00 2.93 3.41 2.96 2.96 2.69 2.83 2.97 3.41
Maximum Day
(2-day average)2.81 2.80 3.08 2.91 2.77 2.66 2.81 2.83 3.08
Max Monthly
(30-day average)2.57 2.59 2.67 2.59 2.59 2.53 2.59 2.59 2.67
Yearly Total (MG3)878 891 921 886 886 878 889 --
Sand Dunes + Larson WWTP Influent Flow (MGD3)
1) Average winter day includes December - February
2) Average summer day includes June - July
3) MGD = million gallons per day; MG = million gallons
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1.11.3. Average Summer Flow
The average summer flow (ASF) is the average daily flow for the months of June and July when precipitation rates and groundwater levels are generally lower. The ASF was averaged for 2015 through 2021 to obtain the current planning criteria ASF of 2.23 MGD for the Sand Dunes WWTP and 0.309 MGD for the Larson WWTP.
1.11.4. Average Winter Flow
The average winter flow (AWF) is the average daily flow for the months of December through February when precipitation rates are higher. The AWF was averaged for 2015 through 2021 to obtain the current planning criteria AWF of 2.01 MGD for the Sand Dunes WWTP and 0.302 MGD for the Larson WWTP. It should be noted that there is not much difference between ASF and AWF for both WWTPs indicating a low presence of infiltration and inflow (I/I).
1.11.5. Maximum Month Design Flow
The maximum month design flow (MMDF) represents the highest average daily flow that a WWTP handles over any continuous 30-day period and is not necessarily tied to the highest average daily flow a WWTP processes in a traditional calendar month. This was calculated from daily influent flow data provided by the City of Moses Lake.
1.11.6. Maximum Day Design Flow
The maximum day design flow (MDDF) represents the highest daily average flow into the wastewater treatment plant for the year. For Moses Lake, this has typically occurred sometime
between January and May each year. The largest monthly flow for the seven years of data was used for the current planning criteria MDDF. MDDF values for the two plants were reviewed with City
staff to check that the data included in the analysis was representative of actual conditions. The Sand Dunes’ MDDF of 2.94 MGD occurred during a snow-melt event, but otherwise there is no reason to discredit this point as bad data. As such, a MDDF value of 2.94 MGD was chosen for the Sand Dunes plant. The Larson plant’s MDDF value of 0.585 MGD; however, was shown by City staff to occur on a day when flow readings were taken later than normal. This means that the flow recorded included more than a 24-hour interval. For this period, a 2-day moving average was felt to
be more representative. The 2-day maximum period for 2015 was 0.448 MGD which was very close to the one-day max day value of 0.469 MGD observed in 2017. The value of 0.469 was chosen to represent the MDDF for the Larson WWTP.
1.11.7. Peak Hour Design Flow
The peak hour design flow (PHDF) typically represents the highest hourly flow at the WWTP. Because 24-hour flow metering data is not available, the peak hour flow was estimated from calibrated model results and flow monitoring data collected in the system.
1.11.8. Commercial and Industrial Flows and Loads
A large portion of Moses Lake’s flows are attributed to commercial and industrial flows. As a part of the previously completed Moses Lake 2020 Municipal Hydraulic Modeling Services effort, total consumption by user type was calculated in Table 1.5 and is based on water consumption data for the 2019 year which resulted in approximately 49% of the flows coming from non-residential users.
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TABLE 1.5 – CONSUMPTION BY TYPE (2019)
At the time of this study, City staff provided additional consumption data for January and February 2022 with the ability to separate industrial accounts from commercial accounts in Table 1.6. Additionally, government accounts were separated out as well. The resulting commercial/industrial total was similar to the 2019 analysis with an approximate total of 46% of the flows, which consequently sums up to about 49% if you add the government accounts to the commercial/industrial total.
TABLE 1.6 – CONSUMPTION BY TYPE (JAN-FEB 2022)
The City does not currently measure or sample flow from each of the industries. The City has pretreatment requirements for the larger industries, which bring down the loading to the level of the City’s residential population. As requested in Permit No. ST0008024, the City will be providing the Department of Ecology with an Industrial Users List by June 30, 2025. The City expects that commercial and industrial flows will maintain a similar balance as currently exists. Any new commercial or industrial customers will be expected to pretreat to the levels of domestic wastewater and will be billed on an equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) basis.
1.11.9. Planning Criteria Flows
As a part of the previously completed Moses Lake 2020 Municipal Hydraulic Modeling Services effort, residential and commercial water consumption data was provided by the City for 2019. For Moses Lake, average winter consumption data from December 2018 to February 2019 was calculated for each individual user. The City’s billing data was then linked to a meter shapefile in the
geographic information system (GIS). Then modeling tools were used to assign average winter loads from the meter shapefile to manholes within the model. See Chapter 4 for additional information on
how wastewater flows were allocated throughout the system in the model.
1.12. INFILTRATION & INFLOW ANALYSIS
1.12.1. Impact of Precipitation
In wastewater collection systems, rainfall events can have an impact on sewer flows. Rainwater or snow melt can flow directly into manholes or through direct stormwater connections to the sewer (inflow) or seep into the ground and enter the wastewater collection system (infiltration). As such,
Residential 7,526 1,234 48.7%
Duplex 233 56 2.2%
Commercial/ Industrial 1,660 1,244 49.1% 49.1%
Total 9,419 2,534 100.0% 100.0%
50.9%
Percent of Total ConsumptionNumber of Meters 2019 Consumption
(MG)Type
Residential 7,890 79.19 48.1%
Duplex 236 4.61 2.8%
Government 99 5.06 3.1%3.1%
Commercial 753 32.11 19.5%
Industrial 38 43.81 26.6%
Total 9,016 164.77 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
46.1%49.1%
50.9%
Percent of Total ConsumptionTypeNumber of Meters Jan-Feb 2022
Consumption (MG)
50.9%
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the influent flow data for each of the plants was compared to precipitation events that occurred as a part of the previously completed Moses Lake 2020 Municipal Hydraulic Modeling Services effort. A high correlation between rainfall events and an increase in sewer flows is indicative on a system with high infiltration and inflow (I/I). Charts 1.2 and 1.3 depict daily influent follow versus precipitation at both treatment facilities.
CHART 1.2 – SAND DUNES DAILY INFLUENT FLOW VS. PRECIPITATION
CHART 1.3 – LARSON DAILY INFLUENT FLOW VS. PRECIPITATION
As shown, the influent flow generally only experiences a small increase as a result of precipitation events. This is a reflection of a relatively tight system, without significant direct stormwater connections. The low correlation between increased precipitation and increased flows could also be a reflection of lower groundwater levels (i.e. below the level of the pipelines). As demonstrated in this section, there is little impact to flows during precipitation and high groundwater events indicating that the chances of exfiltration is considered minimal. Operators also indicate that exfiltration is not something they are seeing in their maintenance activities as they clean, monitor, and inspect existing pipelines. It should be noted that existing clay and concrete pipe joints could
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pose a risk for future exfiltration. Concrete pipes currently make up approximately 45% of the collection system and there are no clay pipes. These joints should continue to be monitored to ensure good condition. This will allow the City to continue to operate a contained system with little I/I or exfiltration issues.
1.12.2. Winter Influent Flows vs. Winter Water Consumption
The winter influent flows at each of the treatment plants were also compared to the user consumption recorded by water meters. The purpose of this was to generally assess the amount of groundwater infiltration into the system before using the wintertime water consumption data to provide the initial base loadings of the collection system. Wintertime water consumption data does not include irrigation usage and is typically more representative of wastewater flows.
For a system with significant infiltration, sewer flows can be much higher than water meter data. For a tight system, the wastewater may be closer to 85-90% of the water entering a typical home/business. Keller Associates’ initial comparison of this data shows a disparity of closer to 35%, which is atypical for a collection system. However, after a more careful accounting of commercial and industrial users that consumed or treated a portion of their water or had a wastewater meter that tracked loading to the system, a much tighter correlation (i.e. within 13%) was realized as shown in Table 1.7.
TABLE 1.7 – WINTER WATER CONSUMPTION VS. WASTEWATER FLOWS
A 13% difference between water consumption and wastewater flows is typical for collection systems
with little infiltration. As such, the analysis moved forward with initial wintertime water usage data loading of the wastewater system reduced by 13%.
1.13. FUTURE FLOWS ANALYSIS
1.13.1. Commercial and Industrial Flow Projection
A discussion of potential future industrial growth is included in Appendix M. Even with the growth, the City expects that commercial and industrial flows will maintain a similar balance as currently exists. Also, any new commercial or industrial customers will be expected to pretreat to the levels of domestic wastewater prior to discharging to either the Sand Dunes or Larson treatment plants, so there will not be any unusually significant impact on the sewer system or treatment plants.
1.13.2. Influent Flow Projection
Future influent flows to the WWTP were estimated using the population projections, historical flows,
and planning criteria previously identified. Table 1.8 shows the projected flows for AADF, MMDF, MDDF, and PHDF rates. The MDDF is projected to exceed 5 MGD in 2037, which is a delineation
line for Washington State Department of Ecology. For flows greater than 5 MGD, the City might be required to take on additional industrial pretreatment program administration requirements.
Period Larson
WWTP(MG)
Sand Dunes
WWTP (MG)
Total Influent Flow
(MG)
User Consumption
(MG)
Dec-18 9.19 61.29 70.48 97.27
Jan-19 9.46 61.71 71.17 108.38
Feb-19 8.75 56.42 65.17 98.14
Total 27.4 179.4 207 303.80
0 66
207 237.80
13.0%
Water Consumed and not discharged
Adjusted Totals
Percent Difference
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TABLE 1.8 – INFLUENT FLOW PROJECTION
1.13.3. Allocation of Projected Flows
The future flows to each WWTP are shown in Tables 1.9 and 1.10. Future residential, commercial, and industrial flows were estimated by assigning future flows to residential and commercial developments inside or adjacent to the City area which do not currently have wastewater services (see Figures 1.4 and 1.5). For other areas inside the study area, future flows are allocated spatially based on population increases and future growth areas of the City.
Year 2021 2022 2027 2032 2042
Residential Population 25,750 26,367 29,687 33,425 42,371
Residential 1.18 1.21 1.36 1.53 1.94
Commercial 0.53 0.54 0.61 0.69 0.87
Industrial 0.72 0.74 0.83 0.94 1.19
Total 2.43 2.49 2.80 3.15 4.00
Residential 1.30 1.33 1.50 1.68 2.14
Commercial 0.56 0.57 0.64 0.73 0.92
Industrial 0.76 0.78 0.88 0.99 1.26
Total 2.62 2.68 3.02 3.40 4.31
Residential 1.66 1.70 1.91 2.15 2.73
Commercial 0.74 0.76 0.86 0.96 1.22
Industrial 1.01 1.04 1.17 1.31 1.67
Total 3.41 3.49 3.93 4.43 5.61
Residential 2.48 2.54 2.86 3.22 4.09
Commercial 1.11 1.14 1.28 1.44 1.83
Industrial 1.52 1.55 1.75 1.97 2.50
Total 5.12 5.24 5.90 6.64 8.42
Population Increase 618 3,320 3,738 8,946
# of new households 221 1,186 1,335 3,195
Maximum Month (MGD)
Total Flows
Annual Average (MGD)
Maximum Day (MGD)
Peak Hour (MGD)
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TABLE 1.9 – SAND DUNES WWTP INFLUENT FLOW PROJECTION
Year 2021 2022 2027 2032 2042
Residential Population 25,750 26,367 29,687 33,425 42,371
Residential 1.06 1.09 1.22 1.38 1.75
Commercial 0.40 0.41 0.46 0.51 0.65
Industrial 0.54 0.55 0.62 0.70 0.89
Total 2.00 2.05 2.30 2.60 3.29
Residential 1.17 1.20 1.35 1.52 1.92
Commercial 0.42 0.43 0.48 0.54 0.69
Industrial 0.57 0.59 0.66 0.74 0.94
Total 2.16 2.21 2.49 2.80 3.55
Residential 1.49 1.53 1.72 1.93 2.45
Commercial 0.56 0.57 0.64 0.72 0.92
Industrial 0.76 0.78 0.88 0.99 1.25
Total 2.81 2.87 3.24 3.64 4.62
Residential 2.24 2.29 2.58 2.90 3.68
Commercial 0.83 0.85 0.96 1.08 1.37
Industrial 1.14 1.17 1.31 1.48 1.87
Total 4.21 4.31 4.85 5.46 6.93
Population Increase 556 2,988 3,364 8,052
# of new households 199 1,067 1,201 2,876
Dunes WWTP
Annual Average (MGD)
Maximum Day (MGD)
Peak Hour (MGD)
Maximum Month (MGD)
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TABLE 1.10 – LARSON WWTP INFLUENT FLOW PROJECTION
1.14. INFLUENT LOADING ANALYSIS
1.14.1. BOD5 and TSS Loading
Each WWTP samples influent wastewater weekly for five-day biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5) and total suspended solids (TSS). Chart 1.4 shows the monthly average concentrations for BOD5 and TSS from 2019 to 2023 for the Sand Dunes WWTP. Chart 1.5 shows monthly average concentrations for carbonaceous BOD5 (CBOD5), BOD5, and TSS for the Larson WWTP; CBOD5 was monitored until April 2022 when BOD5 was sampled for instead. The Larson WWTP also stopped testing for TSS in the influent in April 2022.
Year 2021 2022 2027 2032 2042
Residential Population 25,750 26,367 29,687 33,425 42,371
Residential 0.12 0.12 0.14 0.15 0.19
Commercial 0.13 0.14 0.15 0.17 0.22
Industrial 0.18 0.18 0.21 0.23 0.30
Total 0.43 0.44 0.50 0.56 0.71
Residential 0.13 0.13 0.15 0.17 0.21
Commercial 0.14 0.14 0.16 0.18 0.23
Industrial 0.19 0.20 0.22 0.25 0.31
Total 0.46 0.47 0.53 0.60 0.76
Residential 0.17 0.17 0.19 0.21 0.27
Commercial 0.19 0.19 0.21 0.24 0.31
Industrial 0.25 0.26 0.29 0.33 0.42
Total 0.60 0.62 0.70 0.78 0.99
Residential 0.25 0.25 0.29 0.32 0.41
Commercial 0.28 0.28 0.32 0.36 0.46
Industrial 0.38 0.39 0.44 0.49 0.62
Total 0.91 0.93 1.04 1.18 1.49
Population Increase 62 332 374 895
# of new households 22 119 133 320
Maximum Month (MGD)
Peak Hour (MGD)
Larson WWTP
Annual Average (MGD)
Maximum Day (MGD)
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CHART 1.4 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT CBOD5 AND TSS CONCENTRATIONS
CHART 1.5 – LARSON INFLUENT BOD5, CBOD5, AND TSS CONCENTRATIONS
Using the average monthly flow to the WWTP and the monthly BOD5 or CBOD5 and TSS concentrations shown above, the influent CBOD5, BOD5, and TSS loads in pounds per day (ppd) were calculated. These load estimates are shown in Chart 1.6 for the Sand Dunes WWTP and in Chart 1.7 for the Larson WWTP.
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CHART 1.6 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT CBOD5 AND TSS LOADINGS
CHART 1.7 – LARSON INFLUENT BOD5, CBOD5, AND TSS LOADINGS
The 2019 through 2023 loading data for CBOD5, BOD5, and TSS was normalized using the populations during those years (pounds per capita per day [ppcd]). Loading planning criteria for the average day load (ADL) and maximum month load (MML) were developed by choosing the highest CBOD5 and TSS normalized loads for Sand Dunes WWTP (Table 1.11). Because the permit requirements for Larson WWTP specify BOD5 and not CBOD5, the highest BOD5 and TSS normalized loads were used for the WWTP’s planning criteria (Table 1.12).
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TABLE 1.11 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT CBOD5 AND TSS LOADING AND PLANNING
CRITERIA
TABLE 1.12 – LARSON INFLUENT BOD5 AND TSS LOADING AND PLANNING CRITERIA
The planning criteria (ppcd) was then multiplied by the future population to calculate the projected influent loads. The projected influent loads for CBOD5 and TSS for the Sand Dunes WWTP are shown in Table 1.13. For the Larson WWTP, projected influent loads for BOD5 and TSS are shown in Table 1.14.
Parameter 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Planning
Criteria
Population 21,067 22,064 21,193 21,708 23,731 -
ADL 3,464 3,411 3,428 3,190 3,390 -
MML 4,478 3,965 4,031 3,612 4,466 -
ADL 0.164 0.155 0.162 0.147 0.143 0.164
MML 0.213 0.180 0.190 0.166 0.188 0.213
ADL 3,668 3,976 3,866 3,180 3,474 -
MML 5,525 6,060 5,287 3,789 4,306 -
ADL 0.174 0.180 0.182 0.146 0.146 0.182
MML 0.262 0.275 0.249 0.175 0.181 0.275
CBOD5 (ppd)
CBOD5 (ppcd)
TSS (ppd)
TSS (ppcd)
Parameter 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Planning
Criteria
Population 3,153 3,082 4,557 4,659 3,276 -
ADL 697 625 602 589 656 -
MML 812 735 683 702 906 -
ADL 0.221 0.203 0.132 0.127 0.200 0.200
MML 0.258 0.239 0.150 0.151 0.277 0.277
ADL 792 733 701 648 --
MML 1,066 962 763 685 --
ADL 0.251 0.238 0.154 0.139 -0.251
MML 0.338 0.312 0.167 0.147 -0.338
CBOD5 (ppd)BOD5 (ppd)
CBOD5 (ppcd)BOD5 (ppcd)
TSS (ppd)
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TABLE 1.13 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT CBOD5 AND TSS LOADING PROJECTIONS
TABLE 1.14 – LARSON INFLUENT BOD5 AND TSS LOADING PROJECTIONS
1.14.2. Nitrogen Loading
Each WWTP samples influent for total Kjeldahl nitrogen (TKN) weekly. The Larson WWTP also sampled for ammonia weekly until April 2022. Average monthly concentrations of TKN from 2019 to 2023 for the Sand Dunes WWTP are shown in Chart 1.8. Chart 1.9 shows the average monthly concentrations of TKN and ammonia from 2019 to 2023 for the Larson WWTP.
CHART 1.8 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT TKN CONCENTRATIONS
Parameter 2027 2032 2037 2042
Population 24,441 27,518 30,983 34,883
ADL 4,019 4,525 5,095 5,737
MML 5,196 5,850 6,586 7,415
ADL 4,458 5,020 5,652 6,363
MML 6,713 7,558 8,510 9,581
CBOD5 Loading Projections (ppd)
TSS Loading Projections (ppd)
Parameter 2027 2032 2037 2042
Population 5,246 5,907 6,650 7,488
ADL 1,050 1,182 1,331 1,498
MML 1,451 1,633 1,839 2,071
ADL 1,318 1,484 1,670 1,881
MML 1,774 1,997 2,248 2,532
BOD5 Loading Projections (ppd)
TSS Loading Projections (ppd)
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CHART 1.9 – LARSON INFLUENT TKN AND AMMONIA CONCENTRATIONS
Tables 1.15 and 1.16 provide the TKN loading (ppd) and normalized loading (ppcd) for the Sand WWTP and Larson WWTP respectively. The planning criteria were chosen based on the maximum ADL and MML loadings during this period.
TABLE 1.15 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT TKN LOADING AND PLANNING CRITERIA
TABLE 1.16 – LARSON INFLUENT TKN LOADING AND PLANNING CRITERIA
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Parameter 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Planning
Criteria
Population 21,067 22,064 21,193 21,708 23,731 -
ADL 676 695 666 630 729 -
MML 784 766 790 740 924 -
ADL 0.032 0.031 0.031 0.029 0.031 0.032
MML 0.037 0.035 0.037 0.034 0.039 0.039
TKN (ppd)
TKN (ppcd)
Parameter 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Planning
Criteria
Population 3,153 3,082 4,557 4,659 3,276 -
ADL 149 135 132 129 133 -
MML 182 157 147 147 172 -
ADL 0.047 0.044 0.029 0.028 0.041 0.047
MML 0.058 0.051 0.032 0.032 0.052 0.058
TKN (ppd)
TKN (ppcd)
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Using the selected planning criteria for TKN, future loads for each WWTP were estimated based on projected populations. Table 1.17 shows the influent TKN loading projections for Sand Dunes WWTP, and Table 1.18 shows the projections for Larson WWTP.
TABLE 1.17 – SAND DUNES INFLUENT TKN LOADING PROJECTIONS
TABLE 1.18 – LARSON INFLUENT TKN LOADING PROJECTIONS
1.15. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Ecology has established design standards for municipal wastewater infrastructure which
must be met. The City of Moses Lake has adopted the Criteria for Sewage Works Design (Orange Book)
by ordinance (see Appendix N for a copy). Below is a summary of major requirements outlined in the Orange
Book. The Orange Book will be used as minimum requirements for all designs.
Lift Stations
o Lift station shall be designed to remain fully operational during the 100-year flood/wave
action.
o Must have adequate accessibility and safety and ventilation for maintenance personnel
and visitors.
o Must have redundancy, enabling the facilities to continue to operate when a pump/motor
is down.
o Alarm systems, preferably with transmission to 24-hour response center.
o Capability for emergency power supply.
o Emergency storage for stations that rely on portable generators during power outages.
Force Mains
o Velocity of at least two (2) feet per second is required at the design pumping rate. Velocity
should not exceed eight (8) feet per second.
o Air relief valve is required at high points in the force main.
o Adequate cover is required to prevent freezing or damage.
Parameter 2027 2032 2037 2042
Population 24,441 27,518 30,983 34,883
ADL 785 883 994 1,120
MML 952 1,071 1,206 1,358
TKN Loading Projections (ppd)
Parameter 2027 2032 2037 2042
Population 5,246 5,907 6,650 7,488
ADL 248 280 315 354
MML 302 340 383 432
TKN Loading Projections (ppd)
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Gravity Sewer
o Minimum pipe size for gravity sewer is eight (8) inches in diameter.
Six (6) inch diameter may be approved if certain criteria are met.
o Wastewater pipelines must be installed with enough ground cover to prevent freezing and
protect facilities from surface loading (generally no less than 3 feet deep).
o Gravity pipelines must be designed to have sufficient slope and velocity to “self-clean” or
transport constituent solids (no less than 2.0 feet per second).
o Must maintain horizontal and vertical separation from potable water pipelines (5 feet
minimum horizontally; 18 inches minimum vertically).
o Must be Installed with a maximum length of 300-feet between manholes.
Manholes
o Manholes must be installed at the end of each line, changes in grade, pipe size, alignment
change, and in all intersections.
Manholes shall be installed at distances not greater than 300 feet (pipe <15 inches
in diameter).
Manholes shall be installed at distances not greater than 500 feet (pipe 18 to 30
inches in diameter).
o Cleanouts may be used only for special conditions and may not be substituted for
manholes or installed at the ends of laterals greater than one hundred fifty (150) feet in
length.
o Manholes shall be a minimum of 48 inches in diameter.
1.15.1. Sand Dunes WWTP
The Sand Dunes WWTP discharges treated effluent to rapid infiltration basins under a permit issued by the Department of Ecology. The permit (No. ST-8012) outlines the discharge limits, which are summarized in Table 1.19. The current permit became effective on July 1, 2007. Although the expiration date was June 30, 2012, it has been administratively extended.
TABLE 1.19 – SAND DUNES EFFLUENT LIMITS
Parameter Average Monthly Maximum Daily
Flow (MGD) 4.00 4.64
pH (S.U.) 6.5 to 8.5 -
CBOD5 (mg/L) 15 23
TSS (mg/L) 15 23
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) - 1,000
Fecal Coliform (cfu/100 mL) - 50
Nitrate (mg/L as N) - 6
Total Nitrogen (mg/L) - 10
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1.15.2. Larson WWTP
The Larson WWTP discharges treated effluent to rapid infiltration basins under Permit No. ST0008024. The permit limits are outlined in Table 1.20. The current permit became effective on April 1, 2022. The permit was amended on June 6, 2023, and will expire on March 31, 2027.
TABLE 1.20 - LARSON EFFLUENT LIMITS
Parameter Average Monthly Average Weekly
BOD5 (mg/L) 10 15
Nitrate + Nitrite (mg/L as N) 6 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) 600 -
Total Coliform (MPN/100 mL) 50 (geometric mean) -
1.15.3. Biosolids
The use and disposal of solids from the treatment plants are regulated under Chapter 70.95RJ RCW
and Chapter 173-350 WAC, and also by 40 CFR 503. Biosolids for both treatment plants are
permitted by the Department of Ecology for land application on the city-owned farmland surrounding
the Sand Dunes WWTP. Biosolids from both treatment plants are stored in basins, tested, and then
if the test results are compliant, transported and land applied. The disposal of other wastes from the
treatment plants is done in accordance with the Grant County Health Department.
1.15.4. Future Regulations
Effluent limitations are driven by groundwater quality standards. These standards are defined in
Chapter 173-200 WAC and in RCW 90.48.520. WAC 173-200 040 notes a groundwater quality
standard of 500 mg/L for total dissolved solids (TDS). As noted in the recent Larson WWTP fact
sheet, an Overriding Public Interest (OPI) determination was previously provided that allowed the
TDS limit to be higher than 500 mg/L. In the current permit the City was granted an interim limit of
600 mg/L with the understanding that the City would meet the more stringent 500 mg/L standard
near the end of the permit period.
Within the general wastewater industry, a class of 'emerging contaminants' has been discussed
increasingly as regulators' attention has turned from nutrient pollutants to other constituents. It is not
anticipated that limitations will be imposed on these contaminants as part of the City's next permits.
However, the potential for permit implications is possible. Among these emerging contaminants are
pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) and 'forever chemicals,' such as per and poly-
fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
PPCPs are becoming more common in surface waters due to societal changes and advancements
in medical technologies. As the relative concentration of these compounds increases, there is
concern regarding the impacts these products may have on aquatic life and communities located
downstream of where they are introduced. Many PPCPs that persist after wastewater treatment are
included in a class of compounds called endocrine disruptors (EDCs). EDCs are compounds that
alter the normal function of organisms' endocrine (hormonal) system and can result in various
adverse health impacts. Because of the nature of these compounds, negative health impacts are
chronic rather than acute, and traditional toxicity tests do not adequately predict nor detect their
effects. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is working to update current water quality
protections to better accommodate these emerging pollutants. No imminent regulations regarding
PPCPs are anticipated.
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There are thousands of known PFAS chemicals used in various products, such as non-stick
cookware and waterproof clothing. These substances have become prevalent as emerging
contaminants due to their ability to bioaccumulate and persist in the environment. The EPA
specifically calls out point source dischargers and municipally generated biosolids as sources of
PFAS contamination; however, the principal parties responsible for these compounds are those
industries involved in their manufacture and use. The EPA has identified a strategic roadmap that
will lead to future regulatory guidance regarding PFAS within the next several years. The most
significant impact on municipal wastewater treatment plants will likely be regarding biosolids.
1.16. CAPACITY CRITERIA
The collection system capacity is assessed by determining the available capacity in pipelines and lift
stations. Based on the available capacity and expected growth in an area, improvements are suggested
to increase the capacity as required to meet future infrastructure needs.
A lift station is assumed to have sufficient capacity if it can convey peak hour flows with the largest pump
out of service. For planning purposes, lift station upgrades were assumed to be needed if the peak hour
inflows reached 85% of the lift station’s firm capacity, or the capacity with the largest pump out of service.
Additionally, it is the municipality’s responsibility to ensure that sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) do not
occur. Extended power outages may lead to wastewater backing up into homes and onto the streets.
Mobile generators or portable trash pumps may be acceptable for lift stations, depending on the risk of
overflow, available storage in the wet well and pipelines, alarms, and response time.
A gravity pipeline is generally assumed to have insufficient capacity if surcharging occurs during a peak
hour flow condition. Surcharging refers to a condition when the flow in the pipe backs up into manholes
and begins flowing under pressure. This condition presents an increased risk of wastewater backing up
into people’s homes, overflows, and the increased potential for exfiltration (escape of raw wastewater into
the groundwater).
There is a wide range of standards used to determine when a pipe is considered too full or overcapacity.
For the purposes of this plan, two triggers were considered in prioritizing improvements:
The need for capital improvements should be triggered when peak hour flow within the pipe reaches
a ratio of depth to diameter (d/D) of 0.75. Under special circumstances (i.e. areas currently built-
out with no historical issues or downstream of a lift station discharge that creates surges of flow),
slightly higher d/D values may be appropriate, provided that routine flow monitoring can confirm
that flows do not result in surcharging of the pipeline.
In sizing new pipelines for areas where growth densities may vary, where inter-basin pumping may
occur, and for smaller basin areas where peak hour factors are likely to be higher than those used
in the system-wide model calibration, trunklines were sized with d/D values of closer to 0.5.
Force mains are assumed to have exceeded their capacity if velocities exceed 8 feet per second.
Redundancy requirements for the treatment plants are outlined in the Orange Book. The EPA also provides
guidance on redundancy requirements (EPA 430-99-74-001). For the highest level of reliability (Reliability
Class I per EPA guidance), unit operations in the main treatment system should be designed so that when
the unit with the largest flow capacity is out of service, the hydraulic capacity of the remaining units is
sufficient to handle peak wastewater flow. General requirements for Reliability Class I, as they apply to the
City’s treatment plants, are summarized below.
A. Mechanically cleaned bar screens: A backup bar screen shall be provided. Facilities with only
two bar screens shall have at least one bar screen designed to permit manual cleaning.
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B. Pumps: A backup pump shall be provided for each set of pumps performing the same function.
The capacity of the pumps shall be such that, with any one pump out of service, the remaining
pumps will have the capacity to handle the peak flow.
C. Final sedimentation basins: The units shall be sufficient in number and size so that, with the
largest-flow-capacity unit out of service, the remaining units shall have a design flow capacity of at
least 75 percent of the total design flow.
D. Activated sludge process components:
a. Aeration basin: A backup basin is not required; however, at least two equal-volume basins
shall be provided.
b. Aeration blowers: There shall be a sufficient number of blowers or mechanical aerators
to enable the design oxygen transfer to be maintained with the largest-capacity-unit out of
service. It is permissible for the backup unit to be an uninstalled unit, provided that the
installed units can be easily removed and replaced. However, at least two units shall be
installed.
c. Air diffusers: The air diffusion system for each aeration basin shall be designed so that
the largest section of diffusers can be isolated without measurably impairing the oxygen
transfer capability of the system.
E. Disinfectant contact basins: The units shall be sufficient in number and size so that, with the
largest-flow-capacity unit out of service, the remaining units shall have a design flow capacity of at
least 50 percent of the design basin flow. Ten States Standards, (a well-known industry resource),
also recommends that UV disinfection facilities be able to provide full treatment with one bank out
of service.
1.17. OTHER CITY PLANNING CRITERIA
Other planning criteria have been incorporated into this master plan:
Trunkline Depth and Location: The maximum depth for new trunk lines should be approximately
20 to 25 feet. Very localized locations may exceed this depth up to 30 feet. Trunklines should be
routed along road corridors where practical.
Clean Pipelines: Providing minimum slopes that allow for scouring velocities is important to
keeping pipelines free from debris. Additionally, the condition of the pipe may affect pipeline
capacity. Root intrusions, broken sections of pipeline, accumulation of fats, oil, and grease (FOG),
and excessive debris can all affect the capacity of the pipelines. For purposes of computer
modeling, it was assumed that operation, maintenance, and repair activities would keep pipelines
clean and free of obstructions.
Emergency Storage: The City lift stations are evaluated for emergency storage on a case-by-case
basis at City discretion. New lift stations (if any) will also be evaluated for emergency power (on
site or portable).
City Standards: Construction of new sewer facilities should be consistent with existing approved
City standards.
Additionally, the following typical design life shown in Table 1.21 for various components of the collection
system established in the 2015 Wastewater System Comprehensive Plan will be considered when
determining timing for replacement of existing facilities.
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TABLE 1.21 – INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN LIFE CHART
Description Design Life (years) Replacement Criteria
Lift Stations 30 Inefficiency, Safety, Maintenance
Pumps 20 Inefficiency, Maintenance
Electronics 20 Updated Technology, Compatibility
Concrete Wet Well or
Manhole, Unlined 50 Infiltration, Structural Deficiency
Concrete Wet Well or Manhole, Lined 100 Infiltration, Structural Deficiency
Metal Castings 50 Structural Deficiency
PVC Pipe 110 Infiltration/exfiltration
Cast Iron Pipe 100 Infiltration/exfiltration
Concrete Pipe, Unlined 50 Infiltration/exfiltration
AC Pipe 50 Infiltration/exfiltration
CIPP 100 Infiltration/exfiltration
1.18. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES PRESENT
This facility wastewater collection plan is in compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements, and the City of Moses Lake submitted a
non-project SEPA review form and associated notifications and determinations to Ecology at the conclusion
of this study (see Appendix B for a final SEPA checklist and SEPA determination). The environmental
impacts of recommended improvements are briefly discussed in this plan; however, a full environmental
analysis is not included. For future project-related improvements that results in a construction effort, the
City of Moses Lake will follow the SEPA / NEPA requirements, as necessary to document environmental
impacts. The following paragraphs present a summary of the environmental features within or near the
City of Moses Lake.
1.18.1. Land Use/Important Farmland/Formally Classified Land
The wastewater collection service area encompasses about 33,458 acres within the City of Moses Lake. Of this acreage, approximately 29% is considered prime farmland, and this land coincides with areas of fine, gravelly, and silt loams, with 0 to 5 percent slopes as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Additionally, there are areas designated as “Farmland of statewide importance” throughout the service area, which corresponds to approximately 3% of the total acreage. Lastly, there are areas designated as “Farmland of unique importance” which account for approximately 4% of the study area. However, all three of these designations also coincide with the urban development of Moses Lake. As such, potential development that is discussed in this plan would not affect prime farmland as development has already altered the land use. See Appendix C for a map of prime farmland in the Service Area.
1.18.2. Floodplains
Information from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was reviewed using the FEMA Map Service Center. These maps show that portions of the service area lie within the 100-year floodplain surrounding Moses Lake and Potholes Reservoir as well as along Crab Creek and Rocky Coulee. The regulatory floodplain and floodway designation identify areas that are crucial to maintaining the current water bodies and channels, and subject to regular flooding and high-water
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velocities. Development in the jurisdictional floodplain boundaries has the potential to increase upstream flood elevations and damage to structures. Individual FEMA FIRM Panel maps should be referenced for specific areas and can be found in Appendix C.
1.18.3. Wetlands
The National Wetlands Inventory through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service provides GIS data outlining wetlands in Washington. This data shows Moses Lake and Potholes Reservoir and corresponding wetlands and ponds surrounding each. Additionally, wetlands are identified along Crab Creek and the Rocky Coulee as well. FIGURE 1.7 (see Appendix C for full size) shows the wetlands within the service area.
FIGURE 1.7 – WETLAND MAPPING
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1.18.4. Historic Properties
The National Register of Historic Places does not currently list any places on their registry within the City of Moses Lake or with the UGA.
1.18.5. Biological Resources
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service utilizes the Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) tool to determine if endangered/threatened species are likely to occur within a specified project boundary (see Appendix C for the May 6, 2022 summary). Using the service area for the UGA, endangered species include the Columbia Basin Pygmy Rabbit, Gray Wolf. Threatened species include the Yellow-billed Cuckoo, and the Monarch Butterfly is considered a candidate for threatened species. Improvements on previously disturbed lands are not likely to have impacts on these species, though any improvements considered for undeveloped portions of land may have some impact and should be mitigated further prior to commencing with construction activities.
1.18.6. Water Quality Issues
According to the Washington State Water Quality Atlas, Moses Lake is listed as a Category 5 303(d), 4C, 2, and 1 assessed waterway. The lake is listed for Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) (Category 5 303(d)), 2,3,7,8-TCDD (Dioxin)( Category 5 303(d)), Invasive Exotic Species (Category 4C), Dieldrin (Category 2), Total Phosphorus (Category 2), 2,3,7,8-TCDD TEQ (Category 2), Chloride (Category 1), 4,4’-DDD (Category 1), 4,4’-DDE (Category 1), 4,4’-DDT (Category 1), Beta-BHC (Category 1), Endrin (Category 1), Endrin Aldehyde (Category 1), Heptachlor (Category 1), Heptachlor Epoxide (Category 1), Hexachlorobenzene (Category 1), Hexachlorocyclohexane (Lindane) (Category 1), Toxaphene (Category 1), Chlordane (Category 1), Endosulfan (Category 1), Mercury (Category 1), Aldrin (Category 1), Alpha-BHC (Category 1), Endosulfan II (Category 1), and Endosulfan I (Category 1) near the Potato Hill Bridge (an overpass over I-90 in Moses Lake, WA). It is listed for pH, temperature, and dissolved oxygen south of Potato Hill Bridge. Refer to Figure 1.8 for the mapped areas of the Categories listed above.
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FIGURE 1.8 – CATEGORY 5 - 303(D) ASSESSED WATERS MAPPING
The Moses Lake Water System has a public drinking water system, owned and operated by the City. The water system is supplied with groundwater by a system of wells and associated pump stations. The proposed improvements in this wastewater collection study are not expected to pose a threat to the existing water quality. In fact, community sewer collection and treatment facilities reduce risks to groundwater by reducing the number of individual septic tanks and drain fields. Best management practices should be employed during construction activities, ensuring the protection of surface water quality in the area.
1.18.7. Coastal Resources
The Coastal Zone Management Act does not list any areas within this region of Washington; therefore, no coastal area will be affected by the proposed improvements.
1.18.8. Climate, Topography, Geology, and Soils
The Western Regional Climate Center climate summary (September 1979 through January 1987) for the Moses Lake area shows minimum average monthly temperatures ranging from 21.2°F to 44.5°F, and maximum average monthly temperatures ranging from 34.9°F to 86.2°F. Over this same period, the total annual precipitation averaged about 10.12 inches, with an average snowfall of 14.8 inches per year. The coldest month was December, and the hottest month was August. The Moses Lake, Washington weather station (ID 455608) in Moses Lake, Washington, was used as this is the closest station with consistent data.
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Based on Western Regional Climate Center wind data (1992 to 2002) for Moses Lake, the prevailing wind direction is north from August through November. The prevailing wind direction is south for May and July and is south-southwest for June. The average wind speed for the area is 7.3 mph at the Moses Lake Airport.
According to USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Web Soil Survey, most soils in the Moses Lake service area are Ephrata fine sandy loam (slopes between 0 and 10%) comprising approximately 24.9% of the total area. The remaining percentage of soils are made up of numerous soil groups with very small percentages of each ranging from loams to rock outcrop complexes. These soils groups are: Burbank, Ekrub, Ephrata-Malaga, Esquatzel, Kittitas, Malaga, Neppel, Outlook, Pits, Prosser, Prosser-Starbuck, Quincy, Royal, Sagehill, Scoon, Shano, Starbuck, Starbuck-Prosser, Taunton, Timmerman, Umapine, Wanser-Quincy, Warden, Wiehl, and Winchester. Water makes up approximately 13.5% of the area.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) seismic hazard map for the Moses Lake area is shown in Figure 1.9. Moses Lake lies within the 7 to 8% hazard zone.
FIGURE 1.9 – MOSES LAKE AREA SEISMIC HAZARD MAP
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1.18.9. Wild and Scenic Rivers
This City of Moses Lake borders a lake of the same name, is north of the Potholes Reservoir and also includes Crab Creek that runs in a north-south direction on the north end of town. No rivers are listed as a Scenic River within the region of Moses Lake according to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. A map of waterways within the Moses Lake region is provided in Figure 1.10.
FIGURE 1.10 – WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS IN MOSES LAKE REGION
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FIGURE 1.11- SURFACE WATER ELEVATIONS RELATIVE TO OUTFALLS
The City of Moses Lake operates an extensive storm water collection system which has several outfalls that drain directly to the lake. The City also operates its own sanitary sewer collection system to convey wastewater to each of its two treatment plants. Treated wastewater from each plant utilizes rapid infiltration to discharge treated effluent. Figure 1.11 shows a map of Moses Lake and each known location where stormwater is discharged to the lake. One concern with discharging directly to the lake could be backflow into the stormwater system from the lake. Figure 1.11 calls out all outfall elevations as well as the high lake level and reveals little need for concern.
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1.18.10. Air Quality
Moses Lake is not in an air non-attainment area as shown in Figure 1.12. No impacts to air quality are anticipated from the recommended improvements. Dust control measures will be implemented during construction of improvements.
FIGURE 1.12 – AREAS OF AIR QUALITY CONCERN
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CHAPTER 2 - COLLECTION SYSTEM CONDITION
The City owns and operates its own wastewater collection system, which receives flows from the
residents within the City limits. This chapter provides an overview of the existing physical conditions of the
collection system pipelines. Chapter 3 provides an overview of the existing lift station conditions. Chapter
4 documents hydraulic deficiencies of the existing collection system for both existing and future
conditions.
2.1. DESCRIPTION OF THE WASTEWATER SERVICE AREA
As part of the utility infrastructure, the City owns and operates two independent collection, treatment, and
disposal systems. The Sand Dunes System, which serves the majority of the service area except for the
former Larson Air Force Base, and the Larson System, which serves an area corresponding to the old
Larson Air Force Base in the northern portion of the City and the Urban Growth Area.
2.1.1. Wastewater Collection System
The City’s collection system consists of collection gravity pipelines, pressure pipelines, manholes, and lift stations. The gravity pipelines feed into a series of lift stations that convey flow to one of the two City wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) -- the Sand Dunes WWTP and Larson WWTP.
2.1.2. Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant (Larson WWTP) is located on a 34-acre site on the north end of Moses Lake at 6691 NE Randolph Road. Larson receives effluent from a combination of 5 municipal lift stations and one gravity trunk line that drains directly to the treatment plant. Due to porous soil and low rainfall, infiltration and inflow is not a significant contributor to flows entering the Larson WWTP; however, portions of the collection system have maintenance problems due to deterioration and root problems. Infiltration and inflow, deterioration, and root problems are all routinely addressed by the City through systematic inspections, repair, maintenance, in-situ lining to the sewer mains, and occasional replacement. The Larson WWTP consists of the following:
Headworks, including a grit chamber, a mechanical screen, and composite sampler,
One aeration basin,
Two clarifiers,
Two HDPE-lined sludge wasting basins,
Two concrete-lined sludge drying basins,
Three rapid infiltration basins,
One concrete pad for biosolids storage,
Housing for the ultra-violet disinfection system, control room, workshop, and blower
room,
An office building with laboratory.
The treatment facilities remove solids during the treatment of the wastewater at the headworks (grit and screenings). Grit, rags, scum, and screenings removed from the headworks, and incidental solids like rags, scum, and other debris that are removed as part of the routine maintenance of equipment, are drained and disposed of as solid waste at the local landfill.
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The Biolac System includes an integral clarifier for sludge separation and recycle. Sludge from the clarifier is placed in two concrete lined drying basins, then placed on a concrete storage pad for final drying prior to transport to a designated land application site under permit from Department of Ecology Solid Waste Services Program. Larson is authorized by Ecology, in accordance with State Waste Discharge Permit ST0008024, issued on July 20, 2011, to discharge treated sanitary wastewater to infiltration basins. The permit was last renewed and issued on February 28, 2022
and is set to expire on March 31, 2027.
2.1.3. Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant (Sand Dunes WWTP) is located on the south end of Moses Lake at 1801 Road K SE. The Sand Dunes WWTP receives effluent from a combination of 27 lift stations including a plant lift station at the headworks. All of the lift stations except Clover and Nelson discharge through the Central Operations Facility (COF), which is a preliminary treatment plant that removes grit and provides screening. Treatment at Sand Dunes is provided by an extended aeration activated sludge Biolac treatment system with ultra-violet disinfection discharging to rapid infiltration basins. The infiltration basins are rotated monthly. The treatment facilities remove solids during the treatment of the wastewater at the headworks located at the COF (grit and screenings) as well as at the headworks located at Sand Dunes. Grit, rags, scum, and screenings removed from the headworks, and incidental solids like rags, scum, and other debris that are removed as part of the routine maintenance of equipment, are drained and disposed of as solid waste at the local landfill.
The Sand Dunes WWTP was approved by Ecology on April 18, 2002, and was constructed in 2005, and consists of the following components:
Headworks with an aerated grit chamber, a cylindrical mechanical screen filter, and a
composite sampler,
Two aeration basins,
Six clarifiers,
Four HDPE - lined sludge wasting basins,
Eight rapid infiltration basins,
One concrete pad for biosolids storage,
Housing for the ultra-violet disinfection system, control room, workshop, and blower
room,
An office building with shop and laboratory.
The effluent water is disinfected to meet effluent limitation of 50 fecal coliforms at the end of the treatment train, and to meet groundwater standards for Total Coliforms in the shallow aquifer below the infiltration basins. Total nitrogen at the end of the treatment process is designed to be less than 10 mg/L with nitrates less than 6 mg/L. These design parameters are less than the groundwater criteria, but above the background concentrations. The Sand Dunes WWTP is authorized to discharge wastewater to groundwater via infiltration basins in accordance with State Discharge Permit ST0008012, as administratively extended by Ecology notification received on July 25, 2012.
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2.1.4. Private Wastewater Systems within the City’s Service Area
Some private systems that discharge to the municipal wastewater system are outlined as tributaries. Sub-tributaries are smaller areas within wastewater tributaries, that are created to help analyze and predict flows within a wastewater tributary. Sub-tributaries are created for all schools, many manufactured home/RV parks, significant industrial dischargers (SIDs), users with private pump stations, and other specific areas within a tributary that differ substantially from the remainder of the tributary. Summary reports were prepared as part of the 2015 Master Plan and are included for reference in Appendix D.
2.2. PIPELINES AND MANHOLES OVERVIEW
The City’s collection system consists of approximately 131 miles of collection gravity pipelines, 27 miles of
pressure pipelines, 2,713 manholes, and 32 active lift stations. The gravity pipelines range from 4 inches
to 21 inches in diameter and feed into lift stations that convey flow to one of the two City wastewater
treatment plants (WWTP) -- the Sand Dunes WWTP and Larson WWTP. The pressure pipelines range
from 2 to 24 inches in diameter.
Figure 2.1 provides an overview of pipeline diameters and Figure 2.2 shows the pipe material types in
the City’s collection system (see Figures A2.1 and A2.2 in Appendix A for full-size figures). Please refer
to Table 2.1 for the word or phrase for pipe material abbreviation. A summary of pipe materials,
diameters, and lengths are in Tables 2.2 and 2.3 below.
TABLE 2.1 – PIPE MATERIAL LEGEND
AC
CAS
PVC
DIP
HDPE
PE
SP
CT
PCC
Copper Tube
Portland Cement Concrete
Polyethylene
Steel Pipe
LEGEND
High-density Polyethylene
Ductile Iron Pipe
Polyvinyl Chloride
Cast Iron
Asbestos-Cement
TABLE 2.2 – COLLECTION SYSTEM GRAVITY PIPELINE SIZE AND MATERIAL SUMMARY
Pipe Diameter AC PVC DIP CT PCC SP Unknown Total by Diameter (ft)% of Total
≤ 6 - 615 - - 2,073 - 2,179 4,867 0.70%
8 5,836 277,509 - 291 240,451 - 8,934 533,022 76.88%
10 229 31,831 - - 37,532 - - 69,593 10.04%
12 - 48,901 - - 13,837 - - 62,738 9.05%
15 - 3,100 - - 8,119 - - 11,218 1.62%
18 - 2,511 91 - 7,056 6 - 9,664 1.39%
21 - - - - 2,247 - - 2,247 0.32%
Total by Material 6,066 364,467 91 291 311,315 6 11,113 693,349 100.00%
% of Total 0.87% 52.57% 0.01% 0.04% 44.90% 0.00% 1.60%131 miles
Gravity Main Pipe Material Lengths (ft)
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TABLE 2.3 – COLLECTION SYSTEM PRESSURE PIPELINE SIZE AND MATERIAL
SUMMARY
Pipe Diameter AC CAS PVC DIP HDPE PE SP Total by
Diameter (ft)% of Total
≤ 3 - - 18,863 - - - - 18,863 13.07%
4 101 - 15,280 145 - - - 15,526 10.76%
6 - - 28,385 - 11,192 - 1,275 40,853 28.30%
8 656 3,969 13,624 840 - - 1,087 20,177 13.98%
10 240 - - 2,697 - - - 2,937 2.03%
12 - - 3,047 - - - - 3,047 2.11%
16 - - 2,820 1,067 - - - 3,887 2.69%
18 - - 966 - - - - 966 0.67%
20 5,550 - 29,409 - - 1,638 - 36,597 25.35%
21 - - 412 - - - - 412 0.29%
24 - - 1,075 - - - - 1,075 0.74%
Total by Material 6,547 3,969 113,882 4,749 11,192 1,638 2,363 144,341 100.00%
% of Total 4.54% 2.75% 78.90% 3.29% 7.75% 1.13% 1.64%27 miles
Force Main Pipe Material Lengths (ft)
Over half of the Moses Lake collection system is relatively new. Approximately 53% of the existing gravity
pipe material and 79% of the existing pressure pipe material is PVC, which contributes to the minimal
influence of inflow and infiltration (I/I) in the system. Pipes made of concrete (approximately 44 % of
gravity pipes) are more susceptible to hydrogen sulfide corrosion and should be replaced with PVC pipes
over time. Pipe material records are important in defining future pipeline projects. The City should
periodically review its existing gravity and force main material and size attributes contained in the GIS and
update as additional fieldwork and pipeline inspections are completed in the future.
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FIGURE 2.1 – EXISTING SYSTEM, PIPELINE SIZE
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FIGURE 2.2 – EXISTING SYSTEM, PIPELINE MATERIAL
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2.3. PIPELINE CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT
As mentioned in Section 2.2, the majority (approximately 53%) of the City’s collection gravity pipelines are
made of PVC. Generally, PVC pipelines, modern gasket materials, and current construction standards
contribute to a tighter system, meaning less groundwater infiltration enters the collection system. A tight
system minimizes surcharging in the pipelines and manholes during wet weather events and reduces the
total volume entering the system, helping to maximize efficiency.
Another 45% of the City’s gravity pipelines are PCC, or cement concrete, pipelines. While concrete
pipelines are more susceptible to hydrogen sulfide corrosion over time, it is not atypical to see larger
diameter pipelines constructed out of concrete to this day. Other pipeline materials represent the final 2%
of the system.
The City maintains a repair and replacement program for addressing pipeline deficiencies, and has
utilized the program to repair approximately 51 miles of their existing system, primarily utilizing Cure-In-
Place Pipe (CIPP) for the repair of non-PVC material. As a result, there are only approximately 13 miles
of City-owned gravity pipe remaining in the City that have not been repaired or replaced, and isn’t made
of PVC material. These remaining pipelines should be considered the priority for inspection and repair as
they near the end of their useful lives.
The majority of pressure pipelines within the City’s collection system are PVC as well (about 79%), with
another 9% also using plastic material (High-density polyethylene or polyethylene). The remaining 12% of
pipelines, whose material consists of asbestos-concrete, cast iron, ductile iron, and steel, should be
considered the priority for inspection and replacement as they near the end of their useful lives.
In general, the expected design life of CIPP is approximately 50 years. The City has already made use of
trenchless technologies within the system, and should consider its continued use where applicable.
Benefits of trenchless repair or rehabilitation, such as pipe bursting or CIPP, include lower costs and
reduction of exposure to asbestos fibers when replacing asbestos concrete pipes. Prior to utilizing CIPP
on pipelines, the City will need to assess whether the d/D of the existing pipeline can handle the added
thickness of a CIPP liner. In general, if the d/D is over 0.85 during peak flow conditions, CIPP may not be
appropriate and the City may need to explore in-trench pipeline replacement or pipe bursting. Before
utilizing CIPP, proper design considerations should be made to ensure the replaced pipe will continue to
have enough capacity to convey flow for the anticipated lifespan of the CIPP replacement. Should a
design review reveal that a pipeline should be upgraded in the future, then traditional open cut trenching
or pipe bursting should be considered to upsize the pipe accordingly.
As mentioned before, the City maintains a CCTV program to monitor the conditions within their collection
system. Currently the City has one length of gravity pipeline identified as poor conditions and is
scheduled for replacement: a 10-inch pipeline just upstream of the Peninsula Lift Station beneath the
railroad tracks (GIS code WWG-08135 between manholes 27-003 and 27-064). It is generally
recommended that municipalities clean their collection system pipelines and structures once every three
years (1/3 of the system annually, and CCTV inspect the pipelines and structures once every six years
(1/6 of the system annually). The City does not currently have an official CCTV program in place. It is
recommended the City develop a CCTV program following these guidelines to evaluate conditions and
identify deficiencies within their collection system.
The majority of the known issues identified in the City’s collection system, which have associated projects
planned to address them, lie within the lift stations and force mains. The conditions assessment of the
force mains and lift stations are provided in Chapter 3 of this report.
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2.4. PIPELINE CAPACITY ASSESSMENT
Chapter 4 of this report includes a capacity analysis of the collection system informed by the City’s model.
Based on the capacity evaluation, the majority of gravity mains have adequate capacity to convey existing
flows. Refer to Chapter 4 for further analysis of the system’s gravity pipeline capacity. Refer to Chapter 3
for analysis of the lift stations.
2.5. REPLACEMENT BUDGET
As mentioned earlier in this Chapter, the life of PVC pipeline is believed to be approximately 75-100
years, manholes listed at about 50 years of average life, and lift stations having various components with
varying lifespans. Typically, it is recommended that municipalities set aside enough money per year to
fund replacements of their collection system as its components reach the end of their useful life. It was
also noted, however, that the City has made efforts to repair or replace pipelines with observed
deficiencies, thus increasing the total lifespan of pipes and manholes within the system. To calculate an
annual replacement budget, Keller looked at two funding scenarios: one where a percentage of system is
replaced according to their useful life (1% of pipelines per year, 2% of manholes per year), and a second
where all non-PVC and non-rehabilitated pipes are replaced within the next 20 years. Lift station
replacement budgets are explored in Chapter 3.
2.5.1. Scenario 1 – Annual Replacement Budget (Based on 1% - 2% replacement
per year)
Assuming that 1% of both gravity and pressure pipelines are replaced each year and 2% of manholes are replaced each year, the City should be funding an annual replacement budget of $2,345,000 as shown in Table 2.4. It should be noted that this analysis assumed half of the gravity pipelines were replaced with traditional open-cut trench technology, and the other half was rehabilitated using CIPP. It also assumes a 50/50 split of replacement and rehabilitation when addressing manholes. Using this approach, the City would fund the replacement of approximately 6,950 feet of gravity pipeline, 1,440 feet of pressure pipeline, and 54 manholes annually. Calculations for replacement of pipelines, manholes, and lift station components can be found in Appendix E.
This scenario produces the higher cost between the two alternatives but highlights the importance of budgeting to replace the sewer collection system as it ages.
TABLE 2.4 – 1% ANNUAL PIPELINE REPLACEMENT BUDGET
Item Lifespan Cost/Year
Gravity Pipelines 100 Years 1,508,000$
Pressure Pipelines 100 Years 403,000$
Manholes 50 Years 434,000$
Total (rounded)2,345,000$
2.5.2. Scenario 2 – Annual Replacement Budget (Based on Replacing Unlined Pipes
in 20 Years)
The alternate approach to replacing 1% of pipelines per year would be to focus on replacing all the non-PVC, unlined pipes in the system within the next 20 years. Assuming open cut technology to replace these pipelines, the City would be budgeting to replace approximately 3,385 feet of gravity pipeline per year. This methodology still assumes replacing 1% of pressure pipelines (approximately 1,400 feet) and 2% of manholes (54 manholes) annually. The total annual cost of this alternative would amount to $2,002,000 as shown in Table 2.5. This number could further be
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reduced by utilizing trenchless pipe rehabilitation such as CIPP. Refer to Appendix E for the calculations used to produce this cost.
TABLE 2.5 – 20-YEAR UNLINED PIPE ANNUAL REPLACEMENT BUDGET
Item Lifespan Cost/Year
Gravity Pipelines 100 Years 1,165,000$
Pressure Pipelines 100 Years 403,000$
Manholes 50 Years 434,000$
Total (rounded)2,002,000$
2.5.3. Replacement Budget Conclusion
With the system in its current aged condition, Keller Associates recommends building the replacement budget over time in smaller, more attainable increments until the budget becomes fully funded. This budget should be regularly reviewed and updated as the City gathers additional pipeline and manhole condition data. With input from City staff, Keller Associates recommends beginning an annual pipeline/manhole replacement fund of approximately $500,000 per year. It is recommended that this budget is established year one. These funds could also help offset replacement costs for pipelines that will ultimately be undersized to serve future pipeline needs (if any). Over time, the City should continue to increase the annual replacement. For planning purposes, we suggest ratcheting up the replacement budget to $1,000,000 for planning year 2, and $1,500,000 for planning year 3, and to fully fund the 20-year unlined pipe replacement budget
by year 4, or the full $2,000,000 amount. This budgeting plan should be reassessed every one to two years to determine if funding up to 1% of the total system should be budgeted based on system-wide conditions. If deemed necessary, the City could continue increasing the budget past 1% throughout the 20 year planning period.
2.6. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Cleaning and maintenance are necessary to prolong the life of pipelines. CCTV inspection allows
problems such as cracking, ponding, and grease buildup to be identified early on before larger problems
or even failure occurs. The City currently does not have a system-wide CCTV inspection program.
Inspections are completed, as needed, in response to reported problems. Keller Associates recommends
CCTV inspections on PVC pipelines every 10 years, and more frequently for clay and concrete pipelines
and where deficiencies are identified. The City should also focus cleaning and maintenance efforts on
areas where the pipelines do not meet the recommended scour velocity of 2 fps at average annual daily
flows. Chapter 4 of this report shows the results of velocity modeling in Moses Lake and
recommendations for cleaning.
The City currently inspects and logs pipeline conditions utilizing CityWorks software, which is a cloud-
based program designed record conditions, inspections, and update assets in real time. Keller Associates
recommends developing a pipeline preservation/rehabilitation program to organize and track pipeline
cleaning, CCTV, and other maintenance. This program should include pipeline cleaning every three years
and CCTV inspections every three to ten years (depending on pipe material and conditions), with once
every 6 years being the baseline recommendation. Monitoring conditions over time will allow City staff to
optimize the appropriate frequencies for maintenance and refine pipeline replacement budgets.
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CHAPTER 3 - LIFT STATIONS CONDITION
3.1. LIFT STATIONS
The City currently maintains thirty one lift stations. Due to the complexity of the system, visual
representations of how wastewater is conveyed within the system are shown in Figures 3.1 and 3.2. Figure
3.1 depicts what is conveyed to the Sand Dunes WWTP, and Figure 3.2 depicts what is conveyed to the
Larson WWTP. The locations of the lift stations and associated basins are illustrated in Figure 3.3. This
section provides a general description, identifies deficiencies, and documents existing conditions and
previous studies for the City’s lift stations.
FIGURE 3.1 – SAND DUNES LIFT STATIONS FLOW GRAPHIC
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Table 3.1 depicts the reported capacities of the lift stations, and whether or not the lift station is equipped
with a VFD. Additional recommendations based on existing and forecasting capacity deficiencies are
addressed in Appendix N.
FIGURE 3.2 – LARSON LIFT STATIONS FLOW GRAPHIC
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FIGURE 3.3 – EXISTING LIFT STATIONS LOCATIONS AND SEWER BASINS
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FIGURE 3.4 – WWTP FLOW BASINS
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TABLE 3.1 – EXISTING LIFT STATIONS LOCATIONS AND SEWER BASINS
Lift Station Pump Reported Firm Capacity (gpm) VFD?
Blue Heron1 255 No
Boeing 150 No
C.O.F. Lift Station 33 No
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) 3800 No
Carnation 200 Yes*
Carswell 100 Yes*
Castle 50 No
Clover 400 No
Division 270 Yes*
Eka 180 No
Farmer 350 No
Hallmark 100 No
Hermit 580 No
Laguna 190 No
Lakeland 70 No
Larson No.1 300 No
Main 2100 Yes
Marina 180 No
Moses Pointe 60 No
Nelson 250 No
Northshore2 1020 Yes
Omni 205 No
Patton 250 No
Peninsula 556 No
Sun Terrace 225 No
Tana 234 No
Westlake 388 No
Wheeler 960 Yes*
Winona 125 No
1) Blue Heron’s reported firm capacity comes from field drawdown tests performed by the City 2) The Northshore Lift Station replaced a temporary Northshore and the Sage Bay Lift Stations in 2023 *VFD operated similar to soft start
The system also has an inline booster station, referred to as the Eastlake Booster Station, along the
pressure main from the COF Raw Waste Lift Station to the Sand Dunes WWTP plant. This booster pump
speed is controlled by a VFD and ramps up and down based off the level in the COF Raw Waste Lift Station
wet well. The booster has a 100% running setpoint at 3,000 gpm.
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3.2. LIFT STATION PUMP EVALUATION
As part of the creation of the model in 2020, Keller Associates also evaluated the pumping capacity of each
lift station. The daily pump runtime data was analyzed for each of the lift stations within the system. The
goal of this effort was to identify potential issues within each of the lift stations and to check whether each
station was operating on its pump curve. If a pump is operating off its curve, it may indicate blockages,
impeller wear, damage to the pump, or other factors that make the lift stations run less efficiently.
The pump run times (from 5/16/2019 to 5/13/2020) for each of the City’s 31 lift stations were provided in
excel format by the City. Dates, daily run times, and daily start times were included. Additionally, the City
provided record drawings of each of the lift stations. Using this information, the volumes between the pump
on and off setpoints were estimated.
An inflow rate into the wet-well was estimated, by multiplying the daily starts by the volume between the on
and off setpoints of the pumps, divided by the hours the pumps are not running. A volume pumped for the
day was calculated using the number of starts multiplied by the volume between the on and off setpoints,
with the inflow volume added. The total volume pumped was then divided by the daily pump run time to
estimate the flowrate of the pump. The average pumping rates were then compared to the pump curve.
There were cases where the data provided was suspect or did not provide long enough daily runtimes to
make results reliable. For these lift stations, Keller Associates and City staff performed field flow tests at
the lift stations to estimate the pumping rates. Pressure readings were also taken by City staff for the static
(not running) and running conditions of the pump, to approximate the head output of the pump.
The pump capacities estimated by the pump runtime analysis and the pump field pump tests were then
compared to the individual reported capacities of the pumps. The results of the comparison are summarized
in Table 3.2. The italicized lift stations reflect lift stations that are included in the model. Since originally
completing this effort in 2020, the values in this table were updated in 2023 for the Blue Heron, Division,
and Northshore lift stations. The Blue Heron and Division lift stations were field tested again by city staff
and the Old Northshore and Sage Bay lift stations were decommissioned with the completion of the new
Northshore lift station.
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TABLE 3.2 – REPORTED PUMP CAPACITY VS. OBSERVED PUMP CAPACITY
Lift Station Individual Pump Reported Capacity (gpm)
Pump Capacity from Analysis (gpm) Difference Method
Blue Heron 440 255 -42% Field Pump Test
Boeing 150 188 25% Field Pump Test
C.O.F. Lift Station 33 21 -37% Pump Runtime Analysis
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) 1900 1641 -14% Pump Runtime Analysis
Carnation 200 225 13% Pump Runtime Analysis
Carswell 100 135 35% Pump Runtime Analysis
Castle 50 51 2% Field Pump Test
Clover 400 464 16% Field Pump Test
Division 270 238 -12% Pump Runtime Analysis
Eka 180 167 -7% Pump Runtime Analysis
Farmer 350 285 -19% Pump Runtime Analysis
Hallmark 100 124 24% Pump Runtime Analysis
Hermit 580 591 2% Field Pump Test
Laguna 190 197 4% Field Pump Test
Lakeland 70 59 -16% Pump Runtime Analysis
Larson No.1 300 804 168% Field Pump Test
Main 1050 1097 4% Field Pump Test
Marina 180 30 -83% Field Pump Test
Moses Pointe 60 33 -45% Pump Runtime Analysis
Nelson 250 294 18% Pump Runtime Analysis
Old Northshore (temp) Decommissioned in 2023
New Northshore* 620 new; not tested n/a n/a
Omni 205 156 -24% Field Pump Test
Patton 250 198 -21% Pump Runtime Analysis
Peninsula 556 475 -15% Pump Runtime Analysis
Sage Bay Decommissioned in 2023
Sun Terrace 225 171 -24% Field Pump Test
Tana 234 237 1% Field Pump Test
Westlake 388 313 -19% Field Pump Test
Wheeler 960 960 0% Pump Runtime Analysis
Winona 125 75 -40% Pump Runtime Analysis
* The New Northshore Lift Station is a triplex lift station and has a fir capacity of about 1,020 gpm with two pumps running.
As shown, most of the lift stations are within 25% of their reported capacities, with many operating below
their reported capacities. However, there are a few that exceed this number.
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One major discrepancy is at the Larson lift station, which is operating at 500 gpm above its reported
capacity. City staff informed Keller that this increase in the capacity was due to head changes that resulted
from improvements made at the discharge in the Larson WWTP. However, based on the pump curve for
this lift station provided by the City and the updated record drawings, Keller would only anticipate a
maximum operating flow of around 500 gpm, not 800 gpm. Additional field investigation may be warranted
to resolve this discrepancy.
A second discrepancy is with the Marina lift station, which appears to be operating far below its reported
capacity. A discrepancy this large may indicate blockages in the force main or worn pumps.
Generally, a lot of the lift stations appear to be operating below their reported capacities. This indicates that
there may be wear on the impellers at the pumps, which reduce pumping capacity and energy efficiency.
Periodic completion of pump tests can assist the City in identifying problems and prioritizing preventative
maintenance activities.
3.3. EXISTING LIFT STATION DEFICIENCIES
Additionally, the City identified several deficiencies within their system, and developed a list of planned
improvements to address these deficiencies. General lift station improvements identified include installing
DAVIT fall arrest holes (fall protection) on all of the lift station wet wells, and upgrades to the Wheeler,
Division, Carswell, Carnation, Patton, Castle, Larson, and COF Raw Waste lift stations. The complete list
of improvements identified by City operators can be found in Appendix F, and a visual map of the lift station
and force main improvements is depicted in Figure 3.5.
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FIGURE 3.5 – CITY IDENTIFIED IMPROVEMENTS
3.4. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Chapter 7 summarizes recommended capital improvements for lift station upgrades.
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CHAPTER 4 - COLLECTION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
This chapter highlights the results of a capacity evaluation of the City’s sewer collection system under
existing and anticipated future flow conditions. This chapter also includes a description of the hydraulic
model development and calibration process used for the analysis. Refer to Chapters 6 and 7, for an
evaluation of improvement alternatives and recommended capital improvements to correct capacity
deficiencies in the collection system.
4.1. MODEL DEVELOPMENT AND CALIBRATION
Keller Associates had previously constructed the City’s wastewater collection system model in InfoSWMM
Suite 14.7, whose creation and analysis were documented in the Tech Memo titled “Moses Lake
Wastewater Model Development,” titled February 17, 2021 (see Appendix G). InfoSWMM is a fully dynamic
model which operates in conjunction with Esri ArcGIS and allows for evaluation of complex hydraulic flow
patterns. The collection system model includes 10-inch diameter and larger gravity pipelines (approximately
29.3 miles), 12.7 miles of pressure pipelines, and the lift stations directly connected to these pipelines. The
model also includes approximately 10.6 miles of 8-inch diameter pipelines selected with input from the City
to capture some of the larger existing and future service areas and locations where pipeline extensions
were likely. The final pipelines and lift stations included in the model are depicted in Figure 4.1.
It should be noted that no changes were made to the existing model developed in 2020 and that changes
in the system completed since that time were later reflected in the future model discussed later in this
chapter. See Section 4.2 for additional information.
4.1.1. Model Loads
Wastewater system loads were allocated to manholes in the model once the model framework was complete. Model loads refer to the wastewater flows that enter the sewer collection system. Loads
are typically comprised of wastewater collected from individual services. Most sewer collection systems also convey some amount of groundwater and stormwater. These additional flows are
generally referred to as inflow and infiltration (I/I) and are a result of groundwater infiltration through leaks in the pipes and manholes and overland flow into manhole lids during storm events. As
discussed in Chapter 1, additional flows from I/I do not have a significant impact on total inflow at either of the wastewater treatment plants.
It is important to note that one of the basic assumptions of the hydraulic model is that all pipelines are free from physical obstructions such as roots and accumulated debris. Such maintenance
issues, which certainly exist, must be discovered and addressed through consistent maintenance efforts. The modeled capacities discussed in this chapter represent the capacities assuming the
wastewater collection lines are in good working order.
Wastewater flows, or loads, were assigned to the model to reflect field conditions. Initial loads were
assigned based on average winter water consumption from consumers’ metered billing data. Winter water consumption data is used in lieu of the summer since summertime water consumption
includes the use of irrigation that does not discharge into the wastewater system. For Moses Lake, average winter consumption data from December 2018 to February 2019 was calculated for each individual user. The City’s billing data was then linked to a meter shapefile in the GIS. Then modeling tools were used to assign average winter loads from the meter shapefile to manholes within the
model.
Because only major trunklines and selected 8-inch pipelines were modeled, larger areas, such as
subdivisions, that drained into a single manhole were identified via a GIS polygon. Using model tools, these areas had their loads placed on the appropriate downstream manhole. For meters
located adjacent to modeled pipelines, loads were assigned to the manhole nearest to them. For a
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visual reference, see Figure 4.2, which depicts meters as purple triangles, the subdivision polygon which captures the meters, and the manhole to which their loads were assigned.
FIGURE 4.1 – MODELED COLLECTION SYSTEM PIPELINES AND LIFT STATIONS
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FIGURE 4.2 – LOADING METHODOLOGY VISUALIZATION
4.1.2. Flow Monitoring
Eight flow monitors were installed in the collection system to better assess the distribution of flow within the collection system. Monitors were strategically placed to capture various regions of the system. Flow monitoring data was collected from 6/11/2020 to 6/25/2020 at each of the sites. During testing, site 6 (upstream of the Larson WWTP) showed suspect data. As such, this site was retested from 7/13/2020 to 7/27/2020. Refer to Figure 4.3 for the flow monitoring locations in the City.
Of these periods, the day with the highest peak was chosen as a reference calibration day. Using the flows at the reference day (July 21st for Larson plant, and June 12 - 13th for basins feeding the Sand Dunes Plant), an hourly diurnal (daily) curve was created for each of their corresponding upstream drainage areas, or basins. This hourly diurnal curve was applied to the loads at the respective manholes upstream of each flow monitoring location to recreate the flow patterns observed in the field.
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FIGURE 4.3 – FLOW MONITORING LOCATIONS
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4.1.3. Calibration
The initial modeled flows were compared to the observed flows at each of the flow monitoring sites. Model loads in each sewer basin were factored either up or down with the intent to match the modeled flows to the observed flows with emphasis on matching peak flows. If the model outputs did not match the field results, a factor was applied to all the loading within the sewer basin to match the field results, with emphasis on capturing the peak hour flow conditions observed in the field. The calibration adjustment applied to each of the sewer basins’ loading is shown in Table 4.1. The peak model flows were generally targeted to be within five percent of the observed flows to be considered accurate.
TABLE 4.1 – CALIBRATION FACTORS APPLIED TO FLOW METER BASINS
Basin Number Basin Name Factor Applied
1 Nelson 0.75
2 Division 1
3 Wheeler 1.60
4 Knolls Vista Bypass 1.08
5 Sage Bay 1.66
6 Larson 0.7
7 Peninsula 1.43
8 NE of Northshore 1
Figures 4.4 and 4.5 show an example of the comparison between the model and flow monitoring data before and after the factors were applied, respectively. The blue line represents the modeled flows and the green line reflects observed field measurements.
All calibrated curves can be found in Appendix H. It should be noted that the area directly upstream of the Main Lift Station, not including the lift station basins that flow into the Main Lift Station (Wheeler/Division), did not have a calibration factor applied to it, as there was no flow monitoring that occurred directly upstream of the Main Lift Station. However, flows from these areas were
captured in the total system flows observed at the downstream wastewater treatment plant, and flows at the wastewater treatment plant also matched closely with reported SCADA flow conditions.
While developing the model, it was noted that even with modified pump curves to match field conditions, there were still lift stations that were not matching field conditions for pressure head. Adjustments in the pressure main pipe roughness were made to better simulate field conditions. Relatively close results were realized for most pressure mains with typical C values of 100 to 140. In some cases, however, reducing the C value to 100 was insufficient to reduce the flow to reflect observed field conditions. In these cases, the C value was further dropped to a value of 70, which could be an indication that either some of the field data is suspect or that valve / pipe obstructions may exist in the line. Additional investigations into the force mains with C values below 100 are recommended.
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FIGURE 4.4 – PENINSULA LOCATION 7, FLOW MONITORING, RECORDED DATA
(GREEN) VS. MODEL OUTPUT (BLUE) – PRE-CALIBRATION
FIGURE 4.5 – PENINSULA LOCATION 7, FLOW MONITORING, RECORDED DATA
(GREEN) VS. MODEL OUTPUT (BLUE) – POST-CALIBRATION
There were cases where the reduction of the C factor was insufficient to achieve the lower flows observed in the field; and for these locations, the pump curves were further modified to better reflect observed flow conditions. Table 4.2 displays the lift stations modeled, if their pump curve was originally changed to match the runtime analysis/pump test, the C factor applied to the force mains, and whether or not the curve was further modified to match flows.
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TABLE 4.2 – LIFT STATION PUMP CURVE AND FORCE MAIN ROUGHNESS
ADJUSTMENTS (EXISTING MODEL)
Modeled Lift Station Modified Pump Curve? Force Main C Factor Further Modified Pump Curve?
Blue Heron yes 70 yes
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) no 100 no
Carnation yes 100 no
Clover yes 140 no
Division yes 70 yes
Farmer yes 140 no
Laguna no 140 no
Lakeland yes 100 yes
Larson No.1 yes 140 no
Main yes 70 no
Moses Pointe yes 70 yes
Nelson yes 100 yes
Northshore (temp. Sage Bay) no 100 no
Peninsula yes 70 yes
Sage Bay yes 100 no
Westlake no 140 no
Wheeler yes 130 no
Winona yes 70 yes
After calibrating the individual basins and lift stations, the daily flows at the wastewater treatment plants in the model were compared to influent flows recorded by City SCADA on the reference calibration day. Table 4.3 depicts the model and recorded flows for each wastewater treatment plant on their respective calibration reference day. As shown, the final model produced flows that matched the field data within 2%, which grants additional confidence to the calibrated model.
TABLE 4.3 – MODEL VS. SCADA OUTPUT FOR CALIBRATION DAY
WWTP Calibration Day SCADA data output (MGD) Model output (MGD) Difference
Larson WWTP July 21st, 2020 0.274 0.273 0.3% Sand Dunes WWTP June 13th, 2020 2.255 2.295 1.8%
As a final check of calibration, Keller Associates checked the estimated average daily flows into the pump stations versus model flows. Using the pump runtime data, average daily flows into the lift stations were estimated. These numbers were compared to the average inflow in the model, which is shown in Table 4.4.
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TABLE 4.4 – ESTIMATED DAILY INFLOW INTO LIFT STATION VS MODEL INFLOW
(EXISTING MODEL)
Lift Station Runtime Estimated Average Daily Flow (gpm)
Model Average Inflow (gpm) Difference (gpm)
Blue Heron 69 60 9
COF-Raw 1,316 1413 -97
Carnation 75 122 -47
Clover 2 3 -1
Division 1211 179 -58
Farmer 1 4 -4
Laguna 2 6 -4
Lakeland 15 35 -21
Larson 2 97 -96
Main N/A 622 N/A
Moses Point 3 13 -10
Nelson 90 139 -49
Peninsula 178 385 -207
Sage Bay 273 422 -149
Westlake 22 87 -65
Wheeler 270 342 -72
Winona 8 24 -16
1) City staff evaluated this flow again in early 2023 and determined that this average daily flow is closer to 153 gpm.
In the table, the red numbers indicate data pump runtime that was considered bad data, and thus is unreliable. While examining this comparison, the SCADA data appears to underestimate actual flows at the majority of the lift stations. Because the final flows at the wastewater treatment plants match the model, and because these values are universally low, this calibration check was considered informative, but not used to make model adjustments. Additional refinement of the City’s SCADA system is recommended to better assess the accuracy of the reported data.
4.2. EXISTING CONDITIONS CAPACITY ASSESSMENT
After calibrating the model to the reference days, an existing maximum day model was created. The
maximum day model contains all the same pump, pipe, and manhole information as the calibrated model,
but the loads were increased by a factor as shown in Table 4.5.
TABLE 4.5 – CALIBRATED DAY TO MAX DAY FACTORS
WWTP Calibration Day (MGD) Max Day (MGD) Factor Used
Larson WWTP 0.273 0.47 1.72 Sand Dunes WWTP 2.295 2.94 1.28
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Keller Associates also created an average day scenario. Factors were applied to the calibrated day loading
to get to average day. Table 4.6 depicts the average days and factors applied.
TABLE 4.6 – CALIBRATED DAY TO AVERAGE DAY FACTORS
WWTP Calibration Day (MGD) Average Day (MGD) Factor Used
Larson WWTP 0.273 0.314 1.15 Sand Dunes WWTP 2.295 2.13 0.93
With a calibrated, average day, and max day model, the City of Moses Lake is able to more accurately
evaluate existing conditions of the collection system.
4.2.1. Collection System Evaluation Criteria
The following planning criteria was used to evaluate the existing collection system:
Depth over Diameter (d/D): For gravity pipelines within the system, a good indicator of
pipeline capacity is the maximum flow depth as it relates to the pipeline, or depth over
diameter (d/D). For interceptor pipelines, if the d/D of a pipeline exceeds 0.85 during peak
hour flow conditions, a pipe upsize project should be considered.
Surcharging: Surcharging refers to when the water level in a manhole rises above the top
invert of the ingoing or outgoing pipe. If surcharging is occurring, it is usually indicative of
insufficient pipe capacity downstream. As a rule of thumb, no surcharging should be
occurring in gravity sewer pipelines.
Lift station firm capacity: Firm capacity refers to a lift station’s pumping capacity with its
largest pump offline. The lift station firm capacity should be capable of handling peak hour
flows into the lift station. This ensures that the lift station has redundancy and can handle
peak flows in the event of a pump failure. In duplex systems, a station is exceeding its firm
capacity if both pumps must run to convey flows into the lift station. The same applies to a
triplex lift station if all three of its pumps are required to run.
Minimum (scouring) velocities: For average conditions, daily peak velocities of 2 to 3 feet
per second (fps) are desired in pipelines to prevent solids from building up in the pipeline.
Maximum velocities in force mains: In force mains, it is important to keep velocities less than
8 fps. Exceeding this velocity means that headlosses can become very large, reducing the
efficiency and capacity of the pump station. Additionally, high velocities can cause water
hammering when valves open or close, which can cause damage to infrastructure. A high
force main velocity is generally indicative of an undersized force main or an oversized pump.
For longer force mains, maximum velocities of 3.5 to 5 fps may be preferred to minimize
headloss and long-term pumping costs.
4.2.2. Existing Collection System Capacity Evaluation
Existing Maximum Day Evaluation – d/D
The existing maximum day model was first examined for gravity pipeline capacity via the d/D
ratio. With the maximum day model and the 24-hour diurnal curve, the model can estimate
the peak hour flow conditions which is the driving design criteria for collection system
pipelines. Figure 4.6 depicts pipelines colored by their respective d/D during peak hour flows.
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FIGURE 4.6 – EXISTING PEAK HOUR CAPACITIES, d/D
The primary area that was seeing a large d/D was the new pipeline upstream of the
Northshore lift station. However, the surcharging that is occurring in this area was not a result
of an undersized pipeline, but a result of pump station controls which allow water to back up
into the pipeline before turning on. Since the 2020 existing conditions model was created,
this problem has been resolved with the completion of the new Northshore lift station in 2023.
The old Northshore and Sage Bay lift stations have both been decommissioned and
demolished. There are a few pipelines within the Peninsula and Division sub-basins that are
in the 0.5 to 0.75 d/D range. City staff confirmed that there are currently minor capacity issues
already present in the Peninsula basin. Apart from this, it does not appear that the City suffers
from any major capacity deficiencies in their gravity collection system. As the system
develops, the City should continue to watch the pipelines with d/D greater than 0.5 and
complete pipe capacity improvements as the peak hour flows approach a d/D condition of
0.85.
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Surcharging
Since the Northshore Lift station was replaced in 2023, there have been no issues with
surcharging in manholes. If there were any surcharging issues they would have shown up as
red pipelines in Figure 4.6.
Lift Station Firm Capacity
As noted previously, duplex lift stations that have both pumps running during peak flows are
operating above their firm capacity. In the model, those lift stations with insufficient pumping
capacity, requiring all of their pumps to convey peak flows include:
• Carnation
• Division
• Lakeland
• Main
• Nelson
• Peninsula
• Sage Bay
• Westlake
Based on this analysis, it is recommended that the City confirm pump capacity concerns by
monitoring pump run times and alerting the operator any time that every pump is required to
run to convey flow. Additional investigation is also warranted to monitor pumping capacities
and explore alternatives to increase the lift stations pumping capacities to meet existing and
future demands.
Maximum Velocities in Force Mains
Maximum velocities were examined in each of the force mains. The maximum velocity
experienced is summarized in Table 4.7.
TABLE 4.7 – MAXIMUM VELOCITIES IN FORCE MAINS
Modeled Lift Station Maximum Velocity in Force Main (fps)
Blue Heron 1.65
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) 2.94
Carnation 1.99
Clover 6.02
Division 3.23
Farmer 3.65
Laguna 4.97
Lakeland 2.01
Larson No.1 7.59
Main 2.38
Moses Pointe 0.7
Nelson 3.13
Northshore (temp. Sage Bay)1 17.41
Peninsula 5.23
Sage Bay2 3.41
Westlake 4.04
Wheeler 7.27
Winona 1.48
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1) In 2023, the Northshore force main was abandoned and replaced with a gravity sewer main extending to the new Northshore lift station that replaced both the Sage Bay and old Northshore lift stations.
2) In 2023, the new Northshore lift station was constructed to replace both the Sage Bay and old Northshore lift stations. These changes are reflected in the future conditions model.
As shown, the only force main to experience velocities of higher than 10 fps was the old
Northshore force main that has since been abandoned in 2023.
Also, it appears that the velocities in Blue Heron and Moses Pointe lift stations may be too
low to regularly achieve scouring velocities. City operators should periodically allow the lift
station to surcharge and run both pumps concurrently to create better scouring conditions.
Minimum Velocities in Gravity Pipelines
Finally, the minimum velocities during average day conditions were analyzed. In the average
day model, pipelines which experienced less than a 1.5 fps velocity during their respective
high flows were identified. The pipelines which do not meet the criteria of greater than 1.5
fps velocity for scouring are highlighted red or orange in Figure 4.7.
As shown, approximately 18.8 miles of pipelines modeled do not meet the minimum velocity
criteria. These pipelines are more at risk for buildup of solids as they may not have high
enough velocities to scour the pipe. For pipelines that do not meet this criteria, more frequent
cleaning and maintenance can mitigate the issues caused by buildup. In general, the slower
velocities require more regular cleaning.
Maintenance of Existing Gravity Pipelines
Currently, the City of Moses Lake flushes gravity mains on an annual basis and if problems
are located, a CCTV crew is dispatched for inspection. Rodding occurs biannually for
segments of pipe where flushing is not feasible or if the line is flagged as underperforming.
This includes any pipelines that are not meeting minimum scour velocities. Much of the
system is newer PVC pipe or concrete pipe with polyethylene liners; these segments do not
need to be flushed as frequently unless they have been identified as a known problem line.
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FIGURE 4.7 – FLOW VELOCITIES, AVERAGE DAY CONDITION
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4.3. 20-YEAR CONDITIONS CAPACITY ASSESSMENT
Keller Associates worked with City personnel who assisted in identifying the type and distribution of future
growth in the area of City impact. See Section 1.12 in Chapter 1 and Table 1.9 which detail expected flows
over the next 20 years due to population growth. The locations of future growth, the associated loading,
and the location of loading on the model are shown in Figure A4.1 in Appendix A. Additionally, the model
was updated to reflect several changes:
An 18-inch gravity extension was implemented per City record drawings along Westshore Dr.
The Division force main is extended and connects directly to the Main lift station force main
The Blue Heron force main is extended and connects directly to the Westlake force main.
The new Northshore lift station was included to replace the old Northshore and Sage Bay lift
stations.
It should be noted that the western residential loads were split between upstream of the existing Moses
Pointe lift station and the added 18” gravity main within Westshore Dr.
The 20-year loading was added to the existing model at the locations specified in the figure and examined
for defects. The model was first created with two alternatives, displaying loading from the Cascade Valley
area in the former Sage Bay sewer basin (now the Northshore sewer basin) and the Peninsula sewer basin
to review the downstream impact of either loading, as the direction of anticipated flow from this area of the
city was unknown.
After the creation of the model and initial examination of the capacity issues, a sub-scenario was created
that modeled each lift station as an ideal pump (all water in is equal to water being pumped), so lack of
capacity in lift stations upstream did not constrain maximum flows being conveyed downstream.
Additionally, another sub-scenario was modeled which increased the size of upstream undersized pipes,
which allowed examination of maximum flows through all gravity pipes and lift stations. Gravity capacity
issues are presented in Section 4.3.1 and lift station/force main capacity issues are presented in Section
4.3.2.
4.3.1. Future Conditions Capacity Analysis
Sizing new infrastructure in the 20-year conditions model was an iterative process. Beginning with existing pipeline sizes and lift stations, 20-year conditions were modeled to identify areas with deficiencies. Any pipelines that did not meet the conditions outlined in the planning criteria section were increased in diameter until all conditions were satisfied. For lift stations, any flows over the reported firm capacities of each lift station triggered the need for improvements unless another improvement would divert flow from that lift station.
Using the same criteria presented in the existing system evaluation in Chapter 2, which was based off of the minimum design requirements outlined in the Orange Book and the City of Moses Lake’s standards, the 20-year model was examined for capacity issues. The analysis is presented in the following sections.
20-Year Maximum Day Evaluation – d/D
First, the 20-year maximum day model was examined for gravity pipeline capacity via the d/D
ratio. Figure 4.8 depicts pipelines colored by their respective d/D during peak hour flows.
The d/D figure shown below specifically reflects the pumps running as ideal pumps, so
maximum flows are not restricted by lift station capacities.
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FIGURE 4.8 – 20-YEAR MAXIMUM d/D CAPACITIES
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As shown, several areas of the model experience a d/D ratio of greater than 0.75, and thus
can be considered over capacity. A list of the recorded issues are as follows:
The trunkline upstream of the Peninsula Lift Station is undersized for the conveyance
of gravity flows and peak discharge flows from the Westlake and Blue Heron lift
stations.
The trunkline upstream of the temporary Northshore Lift Station. This issue has already
been alleviated with the construction of the new Northshore lift station in 2023. Figure
4.8 represents the capacity in this line after the completion of the new Northshore lift
station.
The trunkline downstream of the Carnation force main discharge and upstream of the
Wheeler Lift Station is undersized due to the additional anticipated industrial loads from
the Wheeler area, as the trunkline experiences surcharging and high d/Ds when
conveying peak flows.
The trunkline downstream of the Wheeler force main discharge and upstream of the
Main Lift Station. Similar to the trunkline upstream of the Wheeler lift station, the
trunkline upstream of the Main lift station experiences high d/Ds with the inclusion of
new industrial loads.
The southern trunkline upstream of the Nelson Lift Station. This trunkline borders on
the trigger point of 0.75 d/D and doesn’t experience surcharging based on 20-year
growth allocations. Should this area continue to build out beyond 20-year anticipated
flows, it is recommended that this trunkline be upsized. However, within the 20-year
planning window, this trunkline can adequately convey peak flows.
No other significant Alternatives to resolve these capacity issues are listed in Chapter 5, while
recommended improvements are listed in Chapter 7.
Lift Station Firm Capacity
Next, the 20-year model was evaluated for capacity issues at the lift stations. Table 4.8 below
lists all of the modeled stations’ firm pumping capacities, and their respective 20-year model
flows. Again, this analysis was performed using the existing infrastructure, and an “open”
model which assumed ideal pumps and larger diameter pipes to alleviate any capacity issues
upstream of each station, and allows the model to accurately capture all loads upstream of
each station.
Additionally, it was assumed that the Blue Heron force main bypasses the Westlake lift station
and connects directly into the Westlake force main and the Division force main bypasses the
Main lift station and connects directly into the Main force main.
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TABLE 4.8 – 20-YEAR MAXIMUM INFLOW INTO MODELED LIFT STATIONS VS. LIFT
STATION REPORTED CAPACITIES
The 2042 modeled flow incorporates the expected population growth patterns and average
wastewater production per ERU into the model to predict future flows. The “open” scenario
eliminates all upstream constrictions from the model to create an estimated measurement
for the worst-case scenario. The open flow scenario assumes that upstream infrastructure is
improved to alleviate all flow restrictions. It is unlikely that we would achieve these flow
numbers at all locations, but it is possible that some locations may experience flows predicted by this scenario.
As shown, the Blue Heron, C.O.F., Carnation, Division, Lakeland, Larson, Main, Moses
Pointe, Nelson, Peninsula, and Wheeler lift stations all experience peak flows greater than
their reported firm capacities. Alternatives to resolve these issues, increase firm capacity, or
divert peak flow away from these stations are recorded in Chapter 5 of this report.
Recommended improvements are documented in Chapter 7.
It should be noted that the Lakeland lift station experiences peak flows slightly higher than
the firm capacity. This station is small, and the City does not anticipate much more
development within the 20-year planning period upstream of this lift station. It is
recommended that the City perform flow monitoring and an flow analysis of this lift station to
determine if an upgrade is appropriate.
Lift Station
Pump Reported
Firm Capacity
(gpm)
Peak 2042 Model
Inflow (gpm)
Peak 2042 Model
Inflow - Open
Scenario (gpm)
Blue Heron 211 825 940
C.O.F. Raw Waste 3800 3120 4830
Carnation 200 1170 1170
Clover 400 82 82
Division 270 370 370
Farmer 350 12 12
Laguna 190 12 12
Lakeland 70 72 72
Larson No.1 300 362 362
Main 2100 2100 2160
Moses Pointe 60 372 372
Nelson 250 678 678
Northshore 1100 970 970
Peninsula 556 1110 1633
Westlake 388 52 52
Wheeler 960 1180 2000
Winona 125 50 54
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Peak Hour Velocities in Force Mains
The peak velocities in each of the force mains in the 20-year model was also examined to
determine force main capacity. The model was run using both existing infrastructure and the
“open” scenario. The results of this analysis are displayed in Table 4-9 below. It was
assumed that if one or more lift stations share a force main, that the larger of the two values
between their isolated and shared force main was presented in Table 4.9.
TABLE 4.9 – 20-YEAR MAXIMUM VELOCITIES IN FORCE MAINS WITH EXISTING
INFRASTRUCTURE AND THE “OPEN” SCENARIO
As shown, the Peninsula and Wheeler force mains experience maximum velocities of over
10 feet per second, and those force mains can be considered undersized in the 20-year
window, assuming that the lift stations are upgraded to handle peak 20-year flows.
Additionally, the Carnation, Westlake/Blue Heron, the Northshore/Main/Division, and the
C.O.F./Nelson force mains experience velocities higher than 5 ft/s and can be considered
longer force mains. Alternatives to resolve these issues are recorded in Chapter 5 of this
report. Recommended improvements are documented in Chapter 7.
Minimum Velocities in Gravity Sewer Pipelines
Minimum velocities are a concern of the existing system evaluation, as total system flow
increases then minimum velocities will increase. The evaluation and recommendations
regarding minimum velocities are recorded in section 4.2.2 and Figure 4.7, in the existing
system evaluation.
Lift Station
Maximum
Forcemain
Velocity (fps)
Maximum Forcemain
Velocity - Open
Scenario (fps)
Blue Heron 3.56 6.32
C.O.F. Raw Waste 3.41 5.84
Carnation 2.79 7.45
Clover 6.04 6.04
Division 2.34 5.50
Farmer 3.65 3.65
Laguna 4.97 4.97
Lakeland 2.30 2.31
Larson No.1 6.94 6.94
Main 4.09 5.50
Moses Pointe 0.97 3.27
Nelson 3.41 5.84
Northshore 4.35 5.50
Peninsula 5.25 10.42
Westlake 3.56 6.32
Wheeler 9.36 12.77
Winona 1.49 1.49
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CHAPTER 5 - TREATMENT SYSTEM ASSESSMENT
This chapter highlights the condition and capacity of the City’s treatment plants under existing and
anticipated future flow conditions. Maps showing the location of the treatment plants and the collection
systems feeding each treatment plant are in Chapter 1.
5.1. LARSON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CONDITION
A general description of the components of the Larson WWTP is provided in Section 2.1.2. A map of the
features is shown in Figure 5.1.
FIGURE 5.1 – LARSON WWTP MAP
The City of Moses Lake operates two wastewater treatment plants. The Larson WWTP is located in northern
Moses Lake and serves the areas around the old Larson Air Force Base and the Urban Growth Area.
Located on a 34-acre site, the Larson WWTP receives flows from five municipal lift stations and one gravity
trunk line. Since its original design in 1943, the WWTP has been upgraded several times. The WWTP
currently consists of headworks, including a grit chamber, a mechanical screen, and composite sampler;
one aeration basin; two clarifiers; two high-density polyethylene (HDPE)-lined sludge storage basins; two
concrete-lined sludge drying basins (sedimentation ponds); three rapid infiltration basins; one concrete pad
for biosolids storage; a control building housing the ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system, workshop, and
blower room; and an office building with a laboratory. The WWTP discharges treated effluent to infiltration
basins according to State Waste Discharge Permit ST0008024. A simplified schematic process layout of
the WWTP is shown in Figure 5.2.
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FIGURE 5.2 – LARSON WWTP PROCESS SCHEMATIC
5.1.1. Headworks
Influent flows by gravity through an 18-inch sewer pipe into the aerated grit basin. Heavy grit settles out in the aerated grit basin with air supplied by coarse bubble diffusers. Grit is pumped out of the basins by two grit pumps to the sludge digestion basin.
Solids are also collected on the mechanically cleaned Hycor® Helisieve screen. The screen operates automatically when the water level reaches the start level. A shaftless spiral screw conveyor with a brush cleans the screen basket when the water level rises. The screened solids are conveyed, dewatered and discharged into a dumpster. A backup manual bar screen is used in a parallel channel when the Hycor screen is taken down for maintenance. Screened wastewater flows out of the headworks through a 15-inch line into the Biolac® basin.
Deficiencies
Grit must be manually removed from the aerated grit chamber.
The screenings in the Hycor conveyor can freeze. During the site visit a tarp and space heater were used to keep the screen in operation.
5.1.2. Secondary Treatment
At the start of secondary treatment, return activated sludge (RAS) is mixed with the screened influent. The RAS is removed by an air lift, passes through a manual screen, and then flows by gravity through an 18-inch line
back to the aerated Biolac® basin. In the aeration basin, biological oxidation and denitrification occur. The Biolac® process is an extended aeration process that allows for the production of highly treated effluent with low sludge production. To remove total
nitrogen to levels acceptable for rapid infiltration, aerobic and anoxic zones are
Larson WWTP Headworks
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created through wave oxidation. The basin contains floating aeration chains that can be turned on or off to alter dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations. A minimum of three adjacent chains are
typically turned off for 20-50 minutes to create anoxic conditions. Aerobic and anoxic zones are then alternated every 20-50 minutes. A DO probe is provided for blower control. DO is measured by a
probe near the outlet of the basin prior to the clarifiers. The operators also use an oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) probe to perform checks on the status of the basins and make changes to the timers.
Aeration chains consist of floating HDPE pipes with 1-inch hanging hoses attached to the fine bubble diffusers which are suspended over the basin
floor. Air is provided by three, 40 HP Sutorbilt 7MP blowers and ninety BioFuser 2004 fine
bubble diffusers. According to the manufacturer, one blower is sufficient to completely mix the basin. Two of the blowers are operated with variable frequency drives (VFDs). The basin itself has a capacity of 1.36 million gallons and is HDPE-lined with a side
slope of 1.5:1.
Two 40-foot by 24-foot concrete clarifiers receive flows from the aeration basin and separate the clear effluent from the suspended
solids. Flows enter through 16-inch flap gates at the bottom of the wall separating the basin
from the clarifier. Effluent is discharged through an overflow weir, while sludge is removed by the sludge removal system. Flocculating rakes which consist of a vertically hung assembly with chains suspended from the bottom angle distribute
sludge across the length of the clarifier floor. Waste activated sludge flow is controlled by an automatic gate valve with a timer in its electrical control panel.
Deficiencies
There is only one aeration basin, so the basin cannot be taken down for maintenance such as when the liner needs to be replaced.
Inorganic material periodically enters the WWTP. This material has damaged two of the diffuser chains, so that they no longer provide air to the basin. The City is still working to identify the source of the inorganics.
The diffuser bubble pattern is not uniform, indicating diffuser replacement is needed. Even though the diffusers were replaced in 2015, the useful life is typically ten years. Diffuser replacement should be planned in the relatively near future.
The blower VFDs tend to fight each other rather than optimize the aeration. Therefore, the City operates one of the VFD controlled blowers with the other as a backup.
It would be beneficial if the ORP probe were permanently mounted in the aeration basin and used to automatically adjust the aeration timer.
Effluent performance is negatively affected when one clarifier is taken offline.
The screens and piping on the RAS require frequent cleaning.
The WAS valve requires frequent maintenance and needs to be replaced.
The Biolac® control panel human machine interface (HMI) is obsolete and is currently being replaced.
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5.1.3. UV Disinfection
The UV disinfection system inactivates pathogens and other microorganisms before the effluent is discharged to the rapid infiltration basins. UV lamps are enclosed in quartz sleeves attached to modules inside waterproof connectors. Each UV bank holds five modules; modules consist of a stainless-steel type 316 frame holding six UV lamps 64-inch long, each rated at 40 watts output. Lamps are submerged parallel to the flow. Submersible UV sensors continuously monitor the UV intensity produced in each bank of modules.
Deficiencies
The UV system, including the controls, are obsolete and beyond its expected useful life. This leads to more expensive parts and less effective treatment.
There is only one channel, so the water must be stopped to clean the channel.
The operators report that fly larva are periodically found in the piping between the clarifiers and UV system. It is also easy for bacteria and scum to hide in the UV channel.
5.1.4. Rapid Infiltration and Sludge Digestion Basins
Treated effluent is discharged into rapid infiltration basins. The WWTP is equipped with three basins, each with its own isolation valve. Basins are periodically rotated to maintain an even distribution.
Sludge removed from the clarifiers is sent to the long-term sludge digestion basins. The amount of sludge wasted is controlled by an electrically activated gate valve that opens after an adjustable number of minutes. Scum lines and pump sediments also drain to the sludge digestion basins; it is preferred for pump sediments to be removed with the City’s vacuum truck.
The WWTP is equipped with two 2,700,000 gallon sludge storage basins with 10-foot depth. Sludge is drained daily and continuously dewatered through evaporation. Through aerobic and anaerobic digestion, volatile solids in the sludge are reduced to 30% and thickened to 3-4% solids. A 1-foot water cap is maintained over the sludge layer. Biosolids are tested according to WAC 173-308 and Larson Treatment Plant Statewide General Permit for Biosolids Management. Biosolids are then applied to rangeland adjacent to the Sand Dunes WWTP. Currently sludge is removed approximately every four years. Despite the long duration, hauling the sludge is very expensive.
Deficiencies
The elevation of the supernatant valve does not allow for easy removal of water from the sludge basins. The operators report that the frequent, manually controlled supernatant withdrawals make it difficult to achieve permit compliance. The operators are currently trying to reduce the amount of supernatant recycle by increasing the evaporation at the basins.
Drying bed should drain to lined containment.
A sludge drying bed liner needs repair (other drying bed was recently repaired).
The sludge is not dewatered prior to hauling, which leads to very expensive removal costs. Washington has a roadmap to reduce food waste in the landfill by 50% by 2030. Dewatering and composting the biosolids at the WWTP could be beneficial to the City, especially with the waste transfer station nearby.
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5.1.5. Electricity and Emergency Power
The WWTP is equipped with an emergency generator. The generaotr is a 125 kW Cummins/Onan, Model 125DGDK, diesel engine powered unit. It has its own local control panel and alarms. The generator base holds a single 194-gallon capacity fuel tank which has a leak sensor and a low fuel alarm. If there is a power failure to the WWTP, the auto-transfer switch transfers the plant to generator power.
Deficiencies
The generator cannot operate all equipment at the WWTP simultaneously.
Despite the WWTP being smaller than the Sand Dunes WWTP, it uses much more electricity. It is believed that there are several ground faults that are causing major electricity losses.
5.1.6. Buildings, Site Security, Roads, and Utility Water
The office building was constructed when the original WWTP was built in the 1940s. All roads and most of the drivable surfaces within the WWTP are paved. During the site visit it was noted that the drivable areas within the WWTP site where in good condition. The entire WWTP site is enclosed by a chain link fence with three strands of barbed wire. Lockable gates are located at the entrances to the WWTP. City staff did not note any deficiencies with regards to security or roads at the plant.
A groundwater well is used to provide utility water for the headworks screens and for washdown water throughout the WWTP. The groundwater is protected by a reduced pressure backfow preventor.
Deficiencies
There is not an air gap to separate the groundwater, (which is also used for potable water at the WWTP), and the utility water system.
5.2. LARSON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CAPACITY
The design criteria for the Larson WWTP is outlined in the permit. The current and future flows and loadings
from Chapter 1 and the design criteria from the permit are compared in Table 5.1. Although not currently
exceeded, it is anticipated that the design criteria will be exceeded during the planning period.
TABLE 5.1 – LARSON DESIGN CRITERIA VS CURRENT AND PROJECTED FLOWS / LOADS
Parameter Permit Design Criteria 2022 Flows/Loads 2042 Flows/Loads
Monthly Average Flow 0.75 MGD 0.44 MGD 0.71 MGD
Peak Instantaneous Design Flow 1.20 MGD 0.93 MGD 1.49 MGD
BOD5 Maximum Month Influent Loading 1,970 lbs/day 702 lbs/day 2,071 lbs/day
TSS Maximum Month Influent Loading 2,523 lbs/day 685 lbs/day 2,532 lbs/day
TKN Maximum Month Influent Loading 296 lbs/day 147 lbs/day 432 lbs/day
Plant effluent data taken from the DMRs for January 2019 through December 2023 were analyzed. The
plant effluent was monitored for BOD5, CBOD5, TSS, TDS, temperature, E. coli bacteria, pH, ammonia,
total Kjeldahl nitrogen (TKN), and nitrite-nitrate (NO2+NO3). At least once per week, 24-hour composite
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effluent samples were taken to test for BOD5 or CBOD5, TDS, TKN, and NO2+NO3. Grab samples were
collected to test the effluent E. coli bacteria and TP once per week. Effluent was continuously monitored
for pH. As of April 2022, the WWTP stopped sampling for CBOD5, TSS, NH3, and FDS, and it began
sampling for BOD5, TDS, and TP.
5.2.1. Effluent BOD5
As shown in Figures 5.3 and 5.4 the effluent BOD5 requirements as of the 2022 permit are a monthly limit of 10 mg/L and a weekly limit of 15 mg/L. Concentrations have been consistently below the limits. In April and September 2023, concentrations were below the respective detection limits of 2.0 and 1.5 mg/L.
FIGURE 5.3 – EFFLUENT BOD5 CONCENTRATION (MONTHLY)
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4
6
8
10
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FIGURE 5.4 – EFFLUENT BOD5 CONCENTRATION (WEEKLY)
5.2.2. Effluent Total Coliform
Effluent total coliform data is shown in Figure 5.5. While there have been some spikes in total coliform over the past two years, counts have generally remained under the limit of 50 CFU/100 mL. Detection limits typically ranged from 1 to 11. Two sampling dates (March and April 2023) had higher detection limits of 48.2 and 211. Samples that were reported as below detection limits have been displayed as zero as these data could not be confidently quantified.
FIGURE 5.5 – EFFLUENT TOTAL COLIFORM
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5.2.3. Effluent Nitrate Plus Nitrite
Effluent nitrate and nitrite concentrations are shown in Figure 5.6. The monthly limit of 6 mg/L nitrate plus nitrite as N has been breached once in August 2023. Until April 2022, concentrations were typically below the detection limit which varied monthly but ranged from 0.17 to 5.32. Concentrations below the detection limit are shown on Figure 5.6 as zero.
FIGURE 5.6 – EFFLUENT NITRATE PLUS NITRITE
5.2.4. Effluent Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
As shown in Figure 5.7 effluent concentrations of TDS have consistently been below the monthly limit of 600 mg/L. Sampling for TDS began in April 2022. The City may need to consider more stringent industrial pretreatment requirements and land treatment of the effluent if the limits become more stringent.
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FIGURE 5.7 – EFFLUENT TDS
5.2.5. Headworks
Aerated grit chambers should provide a detention time of 3-5 minutes at the peak-design flow rate. At the current peak design flow rate of 1.2 MGD, the detention time is approximately 6 minutes. At the 2042 projected peak design flow rate of 1.49 MGD, the detention time will be approximately 4.9 minutes which is in the recommended range. Other design criteria according to the Orange Book are summarized below.
Location: Grit removal should be installed downstream of the screening devices to prevent clogging of grit aeration diffusers. The aerated grit basin at the Larson WWTP is upstream
of the mechanical screen. To bypass the grit basin, influent must go through the manual screen instead of the mechanical screen. Addition of a second channel would allow the grit basin to be bypassed and the mechanical screen to be kept in use. The aerated grit basin is in an open area and can be easily accessed.
Number of units: For small facilities (less than 2 MGD average design flow), only one unit is required with provisions for bypassing. The average design flow at the Larson WWTP is
less than 2 MGD.
Inlet: The inlet should be carefully designed to minimize turbulence so the flow is evenly
distributed among channels and does not promote dead spots. The air diffusers are located on the floor below the influent pipe to allow mixing and reduce dead spots.
Drains: Drain provisions are required for dewatering the basin. The grit basin drain effluent flows to the grit basin drain pump station and is pumped to the long term sludge digestion
basins.
Flow and internal effects: Flow rates and short-circuiting affect the performance of grit removal systems. Provide control devices to regulate the wastewater velocity at approximately 1 foot per second (fps) and baffling as a way to control short-circuiting. At the monthly average design flow rate of 0.75 MGD, the velocity of influent through the grit basin is approximately 0.03 fps. The 2042 annual average flow rate is 0.71 MGD, so the horizontal
velocity will be approximately 0.02 fps.
Grit removal control systems: Either a computer system or the operators at the facility may
provide control of the grit removal system. Operators control the grit basin process.
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The grit basin drain pump station has two pumps, each with a rated capacity of 200 gpm. The pump station is used to remove grit and pump it to the sludge digestion basins.
The mechanical screen is a self-cleaning, rotary drum screen with 1/4-inch (6 mm) openings and an integral washing/compaction area in the unit. The screenings are washed/compacted as they are
removed from the drum. When maintenance is required the influent must bypass the grit basin to go through the manual bar screen. According to the O&M Manual, the screen has a capacity of 3 MGD, which is greater than the 2042 peak hour flow of 1.49 MGD.
5.2.6. Secondary Treatment
The Larson WWTP has a design influent maximum month loading design criteria of 1,970 ppd BOD5, 2,523 ppd TSS, and 296 ppd TKN. Based on the loading projections discussed in Chapter 1, the TKN design criteria is already exceeded, but the BOD5 and TSS design criteria will not be exceeded until near the end of the 20-year planning period.
The Biolac® aeration basin was designed for 97% removal of BOD5 and 97% removal of TKN at the monthly average flow rate of 0.75 MGD. The basin was evaluated based on the 2042 influent flow and loading projections discussed in Chapter 1. At these flow and loading rates, the basin was found to have adequate detention time and it is estimated that there will be adequate mean cell retention time (MCRT) for the biological treatment. For Reliability Class I per EPA 430-99-74-001, at least two equal-volume basins must be provided. To obtain this level of reliability, a second aeration basin would need to be installed.
The required airflow for the aeration basins for biological treatment was calculated to be approximately 3,500 SCFM. With two blowers in operation and one on standby, the blower capacity provided is 2,800 SCFM. As the provided capacity is lower than that required, either an additional blower should be provided or the current blowers upgraded during the planning period.
Each clarifier was evaluated based on the information in the Orange Book. With both clarifiers in service, the peak flow in 2042 (1.49 MGD) would exceed the allowable peak overflow rate of 500 gpd/ft2 since the Biolac® system is an extended aeration process. The difficulty to handle the peak flows matches the City’s experience, as effluent performance has suffered when one of the clarifiers is offline. Solids loading was also evaluated and the clarifiers do not have enough capacity to meet the EPA Reliability Class I requirements.
Following the clarifiers, the effluent flows by gravity to the UV channel through a 15-inch PVC pipe. At the average day flow of 0.75 MGD, the flow rate would be approximately 0.95 fps which is lower than recommended and may cause solids buildup. As the average day flow in 2042 (0.71 MGD) is projected to be below the current design flow, this pipe should be monitored to ensure buildup is not occurring.
5.2.7. UV Disinfection
The open channel horizontal UV system was designed to treat the peak design flow of 1.2 MGD. At the peak design flow, the detention time through the UV channel is approximately 0.65 minutes. There is only one channel, so maintenance time is limited and must be carefully planned.
5.2.8. Solids Storage
The solids storage was evaluated to see if there is sufficient storage for the 20-year planning period. If the basins are completely empty, the total capacity of the two long term sludge digestion basins is 5.4 MG or 24.8 ac-ft. Conservatively assuming no seepage, and assuming the 2042 sludge flow is approximately 27,000 gpd, and historical evaporation and precipitation data, the storage capacity needed to hold a full year of sludge is approximately 23 ac-ft. Therefore, the current basins will nearly be at capacity during the 20-year period.
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5.2.9. Rapid Infiltration Basins
The infiltration basins were previously found by Shannon and Wilson to have an infiltration rate of 20 inches/hour. Using this infiltration rate, the rapid infiltration basins have adequate capacity for the 2042 average day flow rate of 0.71 MGD.
5.2.10. Hydraulic Capacity
A standard step calculation method was used to calculate water surface elevations throughout the treatment plant. The hydraulic evaluation began at the rapid infiltration basins and ended at the aerated grit basin. Evaluated scenarios included current and 2042 peak hour flows. It was assumed that all effluent was flowing into the farthest rapid infiltration basin and that the water surface elevation in the infiltration basin was equal to the invert elevation of the discharge pipe. At the current peak hour flow, the clarifier weirs will be submerged by approximately 0.76 feet; at the maximum month flow, the weirs will be submerged by approximately 0.34 feet. There will be approximately 1.46 feet of freeboard in between the weir and the top of wall in the clarifier at peak hour flow. In the grit basin, there will be approximately 4.34 feet of freeboard at 2042 monthly average flow and 4.25 feet of freeboard at 2042 maximum monthly flow. Expansion of the clarifiers is needed to meet hydraulic capacity over the planning period.
5.3. SAND DUNES WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CONDITION
A general description of the components of the Sand Dunes WWTP is provided in Section 2.1.2. A map of
the features is shown in Figure 5.8.
FIGURE 5.8 – SAND DUNES WWTP MAP
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The Sand Dunes WWTP is also owned and operated by the City of Moses Lake. Located south of Moses
Lake, the WWTP receives flows from a greater area than the Larson WWTP. The Sand Dunes WWTP was
constructed in 2005 and currently consists of headworks, including an aerated grit chamber, a cylindrical
mechanical screen, and a composite sampler; two aeration basins; six clarifiers; four HDPE-lined sludge
storage basins; eight rapid infiltration basins; one concrete pad for biosolids storage; housing for the UV
disinfection system, workshop, and blower room; and an operations building with shop and laboratory. The
WWTP discharges effluent to groundwater via infiltration basins according to State Discharge Permit
ST0008012. Most of the effluent testing is performed at the WWTP laboratory, with a few sent out for
specialized analysis. A simplified schematic process layout is shown in Figure 5.9.
FIGURE 5.9 – SAND DUNES WWTP PROCESS SCHEMATIC
5.3.1. Headworks
Influent flows are pumped through a 20-inch sewer force-main into the pre-aeration and grit removal basin and mechanical screen. Heavy grit particles settle in the aerated grit basin with coarse bubble diffusers. Following the grit basin are two Hycor Helisieve screens (Model HLS500XL) The screens operate automatically based on water level. The screens are self-cleaning and use water and brushes to remove particles collected on the screen surface.
Deficiencies
Even though it is only approximately five years old, the concrete near the screens is deteriorated and is currently scheduled for replacement.
Grit must be manually removed from the aerated grit chamber.
The screenings in the Hycor conveyor can freeze. During the site visit a tarp and space heater were used to keep the screen in operation.
The long pipe run to the WWTP can lead to odors.
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5.3.2. Secondary Treatment
Biolac® wave oxidation treatment, similar to the Larson WWTP, occurs in the aeration basin. The aeration basins contain floating aeration chains. Each aeration chain consists of a floating HDPE pipe with 1-inch hanging hoses attached to the fine bubble diffusers. By turning chains on or off, aerobic and anoxic conditions can be created. DO probes are provided for blower control. There are two HDPE-lined aeration basins, each with a basin volume of 2.39 million gallons and a side slope of 1.5:1. Five 75 HP Heliflow blowers are provided, with 612 diffusers per basin. Two of the blowers must always be in operation to ensure basin mixing. Two of the blowers have VFDs, which allow for blower control based on the basin DO. The DO is measured by a probe prior to the clarifiers.
Flow enters each clarifier through 16-inch flap gates at the bottom of the wall between the aeration basin and the clarifier. Effluent is discharged through an overflow weir, while sludge is removed through the sludge removal system. Flocculating rakes which consist of a vertically hung assembly with chains hanging from the bottom angle distribute sludge across the bottom of the clarifier. There are six 50-foot by 36-foot concrete clarifiers, three per aeration basin. Sludge is recycled through four 8-inch airlifts. Return activated sludge flows by gravity through an 18-inch line into the aeration basin 21-inch influent line. Waste activated sludge is piped to the long-term sludge digestion basins.
Deficiencies
The diffuser bubble pattern is not uniform. One of the diffuser manifolds and all of the diffusers were replaced in 2023. However, the chain with the new manifolds has much higher air flow than the other diffusers. Replacing the other manifolds is recommended to equally distribute the air flow through each chain.
The blower and aeration control do not allow for each basin to be operated independently. The operator must select one basin as the control basin, which can lead to over or under aeration in the other basin.
It would be beneficial if the ORP probe were permanently mounted in the aeration basin and used to automatically adjust the aeration timer.
Effluent performance is negatively affected when one clarifier is taken offline.
The screens and piping on the RAS require frequent cleaning. The RAS valves also vibrate and change position without operator modification, which leads to inaccurate RAS control.
The WAS flow meter for Basin 1 needs to be replaced.
The Biolac® control panel human machine interface (HMI) is obsolete and is currently being replaced.
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Sand Dunes WWTP Blower and UV Building
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5.3.3. UV Disinfection
Effluent from the clarifier may still contain bacteria. In the UV channel (located in the control building),
this effluent is treated with ultraviolet light which inactivates bacteria and pathogens. This is the final treatment of plant effluent before it is discharged into the rapid infiltration basins. There are four UV banks, each consisting of six modules in parallel. Each module has a stainless steel type 316 frame holding eight UV lamps 64-inch long. Modules are connected to the power distribution center. There is a submersible UV sensor which continuously monitors the intensity produced by each set of UV lamp modules; the system control center is programmed to alarm when UV intensity is too low.
Deficiencies
The UV system, including the controls (with the exception of the HMI), are obsolete and beyond its expected useful life.
The UV system is not able to communicate with the SCADA system. New wiring is needed to connect the SCADA to the UV system.
Effluent channels have built-in stainless-steel fillets (boxes) that retain water and leak during shutdown and channel cleaning.
5.3.4. Rapid Infiltration and Sludge Digestion Basins
The WWTP has eight rapid infiltration basins each with their own isolation valve. Basins are periodically rotated in order to maintain an even distribution.
Sludge is thickened in the clarifier, allowing it to be stabilized and consolidated. Wasted sludge is then discharged to the long-term sludge digestion basins. There are two electrically activated valves and cycle timers (one for each aeration basin) that control how much sludge is wasted from the Biolac® process. Four 4,104,000 gallon sludge basins (with 15-foot depth) are on site and allow for wasted sludge to be reduced through long-term digestion and dewatered through evaporation. Scum lines and sediments from the grit basin also terminally drain into the long-term sludge digestion basins.
When volatile solids in the sludge reach 30% and sludge has been thickened to 3-4% solids, the biosolids can be applied to neighboring rangeland. Biosolids are tested according to WAC 173-308 and Sand Dunes Treatment Plant Statewide General Permit for Biosolids Management. The Sand Dunes WWTP has been conducting land application of biosolids since first permitted in 2005. The application site consists of 193 acres of City-owned property around the Sand Dunes WWTP.
Deficiencies
The elevation of the supernatant valve does not allow for easy removal of water from the sludge basins. The operators report that the frequent, manually controlled supernatant withdrawals make it difficult to achieve permit compliance. The operators are currently trying to reduce the amount of supernatant recycle by increasing the evaporation at the basins.
Liners on the sludge digestion basins and rock filters need repair.
Drying bed should drain to lined containment.
The sludge is not dewatered prior to hauling, which leads to very expensive hauling costs.
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5.3.5. Electricity and Emergency Power
The WWTP has an emergency generator. It is a Caterpillar Generator Set Model 3456, 400 bkW diesel engine powered unit. The generator has a local control panel and is equipped with alarms. If power to the WWTP fails, the automatic transfer switch in the control room signals the generator to start, checks the voltage, and transitions the WWTP to generator power. However, the generator is not capable of powering all of the WWTP’s equipment at the same time.
Deficiencies
The generator cannot operate all equipment at the WWTP simultaneously.
The wiring throughout the WWTP is old. Blown fuses are frequent in the UV building. Also, in the lab building, power usage frequently trips the breakers.
There is not sufficient power to run both the irrigation and supernatant pump at the same time.
The SCADA system is very old, wiring does not communicate with all the equipment (e.g., UV), and the system is not able to provide information with the alarms. The chart recorder replacement parts are difficult to find and expensive.
5.3.6. Buildings, Site Security, Roads, and Utility Water
All roads and most of the drivable surfaces within the WWTP are paved. During the site visit it was noted that the drivable areas within the WWTP site were in good condition. The entire WWTP site is enclosed by a chain link fence with three strands of barbed wire. Lockable gates are located at the entrances to the WWTP. City staff did not note any deficiencies with regards to security or roads at the plant.
A groundwater well is used to provide utility water for the headworks screens and for washdown water throughout the WWTP. The groundwater is protected by a mechanical reduced pressure backflow preventor.
Deficiencies
The windows in the lab building need to be replaced.
There is not an air gap to separate the groundwater, which is also used for potable water at the WWTP, and the utility water system.
5.4. SAND DUNES WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CAPACITY
The design criteria for the Larson WWTP is outlined in the permit. The current and future flows and loadings
from Chapter 1 and the design criteria from the permit are compared in Table 5.2. It is anticipated that the
design criteria will be near the capacity nearing the end of the planning period. These design criteria should
not be exceeded. When actual flow or waste load reaches 85 percent of any of the design criteria for three
consecutive months, or when projected increases would reach design capacity within five years, the WWTP
must submit a plan and schedule to the Department of Ecology for maintaining capacity.
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TABLE 5.2 – SAND DUNES DESIGN CRITERIA VS CURRENT AND PROJECTED FLOWS /
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Parameter Permit Design Criteria 2022 Flows/Loads 2042 Flows/Loads
Average Annual Flow 4.00 MGD 2.05 MGD 3.29 MGD
Maximum Monthly Average Flow 4.41 MGD 2.21 MGD 3.55 MGD
Maximum Daily Flow 4.64 MGD 2.87 MGD 4.62 MGD
BOD5 Average Annual Influent Loading 7,169 lbs/day 3,190 lbs/day (CBOD5) 5,737 lbs/day (CBOD5)
BOD5 Maximum Monthly Influent Loading 9,960 lbs/day 3,612 lbs/day (CBOD5) 7,415 lbs/day (CBOD5)
TSS Average Annual Influent Loading 5,034 lbs/day 3,180 lbs/day 6,363 lbs/day
TSS Maximum Monthly Influent Loading 7,977 lbs/day 3,789 lbs/day 9,581 lbs/day
TKN Average Annual Influent Loading 798 lbs/day 630 lbs/day 1,120 lbs/day
TKN Maximum Monthly Influent Loading 1,110 lbs/day 740 lbs/day 1,358 lbs/day
Plant effluent data taken from the DMRs for January 2019 through December 2023 were analyzed. The
plant effluent was monitored for CBOD5, TSS, TDS, E. coli bacteria, pH, ammonia, total Kjeldahl nitrogen
(TKN), nitrate, total nitrogen (TN), and total phosphorus (TP). At least once per week, 24-hour composite
effluent samples were taken to test for CBOD5, TSS, TKN, TN, nitrate, TP, and TDS. Flow and pH were
continuously monitored. Grab samples were collected to test the effluent E. coli weekly. Effluent limitations
according to permit ST8012 exist for flow, pH, CBOD5, TSS, TDS, fecal coliform, nitrate, and TN.
5.4.1. Effluent pH
pH was continuously monitored. The minimum and maximum daily pH were consistently within the permitted boundaries as shown in Figure 5.10.
FIGURE 5.10 – EFFLUENT pH
5.4.2. Effluent CBOD5
Effluent CBOD5 concentrations were maintained to be below the average monthly limit (15 mg/L) as shown in Figure 5.11.
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FIGURE 5.11 – AVERAGE MONTHLY CBOD5
The maximum daily limit for CBOD5 is 23 mg/L. Effluent concentrations have remained below the limit as shown in Figure 5.12.
FIGURE 5.12 – MAXIMUM DAILY CBOD5
5.4.3. Effluent TSS
Effluent TSS concentrations were continuously below the monthly limit (15 mg/L). In February 2019,
the limit was almost reached as shown in Figure 5.13.
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FIGURE 5.13 – AVERAGE MONTHLY TSS
The maximum daily limit for effluent TSS is 23 mg/L. This limit was breached in January and February 2019 as shown in Figure 5.14.
FIGURE 5.14 – MAXIMUM DAILY TSS
5.4.4. Effluent TDS
Effluent TDS concentrations stayed below the daily limit of 1,000 mg/L as shown in Figure 5.15. The City may need to consider more stringent industrial pretreatment requirements and land
treatment of the effluent if the limits become more stringent.
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FIGURE 5.15 – EFFLUENT TDS
5.4.5. Effluent Fecal Coliform
As shown in Figure 5.16, effluent fecal coliform breached the daily limit of 50/100 mL four times, most recently in September 2023. It had previously been breached in May 2021. According to the operators, the high results took place when a clarifier was down for maintenance and the other clarifiers received additional flow. Also, the vibration of the RAS valves leads to more flow being recycled and higher flows to the clarifiers.
FIGURE 5.16 – EFFLUENT FECAL COLIFORM
5.4.6. Effluent Nitrate
Effluent nitrate concentrations have twice breached the daily limit of 6 mg/L as N, most recently in May 2023 as shown in Figure 5.17.
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FIGURE 5.17 – EFFLUENT NITRATE
5.4.7. Effluent Total Nitrogen
Effluent total nitrogen concentrations breached the daily limit of 10 mg/L once in July 2019 but have been under the limit since then as shown in Figure 5.18.
FIGURE 5.18 – EFFLUENT TOTAL NITROGEN
5.4.8. Headworks
Aerated grit chambers should be sized to provide a detention time of 3-5 minutes at the peak-design flow rate. At the projected 2042 maximum day flow rate of 4.62 MGD, the detention time is approximately 8 minutes which is higher than recommended. Other design criteria according to the Orange Book are summarized as follows:
Location: The aerated grit basin at the Sand Dunes WWTP is upstream of the mechanical screen, which could lead to clogging of the grit diffusers. The basin is in an open area and can be easily accessed.
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Number of units: Since the annual average flow is greater than 2 MGD, there should be two grit removal units. However, the Central Operations Facility (COF) lift station (where 90% of the wastewater is pumped to the Sand Dunes WWTP) has two grit chambers, so the grit is mostly removed prior to the Sand Dunes WWTP aerated grit basin.
Inlet: Air diffusers are located on the floor below the influent pipe to promote mixing and reduce dead spots.
Drains: Captured grit from the grit basin drain flows to the grit basin drain pump station and is pumped to the long term sludge digestion basins.
Flow and internal effects: At the 2042 peak hour flow rate of 4.64 MGD, the horizontal velocity of influent through the grit basin is approximately 0.05 fps.
Grit removal control systems: Operators control the grit basin.
There are two mechanical screens. Each is a self-cleaning, rotary drum screen with 1/4-inch (6 mm) openings and an integral washing/compaction area in the unit. The screenings are washed/compacted as they are removed from the drum. According to the O&M Manual, the screen has a capacity of 3,500 gpm (5.0 MGD), which is less than the 2042 peak hour flow of 6.93 MGD.
The grit basin drain pump station has two pumps, each with a rated capacity of 492 gpm. The pump station is used to remove grit and pump it to the sludge digestion basins.
5.4.9. Secondary Treatment
The Sand Dunes WWTP has design influent maximum month loading design criteria of 9,960 ppd BOD5, 7,977 ppd TSS, and 1,110 ppd TKN. Based on the loading projections discussed in Chapter 1, influent loadings for TSS and TKN will be exceeded by 2042.
The aeration basins in the Biolac® system were each designed for 95% removal of BOD5 and 96% removal of TKN. At the 2042 flow and loading rates, the basins were found to not have adequate detention time or mean cell retention time (MCRT) for the biological treatment. Additional aeration basin volume is needed. Similarly, the existing blowers do not provide sufficient aeration for the 20-year period. Approximately 12,900 SCFM are needed, but the firm capacity (four blowers in operation and one on standby) is 6,516 SCFM. Higher capacity blowers are recommended to replace the existing blowers.
Each clarifier was evaluated based on the information in the Orange Book. With all six clarifiers in service, the peak flow in 2042 (6.93 MGD) would exceed the allowable peak overflow rate of 500 gpd/ft2 since the Biolac® system is an extended aeration process. The difficulty to handle the peak flows matches the City’s experience, as effluent performance has suffered when one of the clarifiers is offline. Solids loading was also evaluated and the clarifiers do not have enough capacity to meet the EPA Reliability Class I requirements. Similar to the Larson WWTP, the effluent flows by gravity to the UV system. This pipe should be monitored to ensure buildup is not occurring.
5.4.10. UV Disinfection
The open channel horizontal UV system was designed to treat the peak design flow of 4.62 MGD. There are two channels with two banks each. The 2042 peak design flow is 6.93 MGD.
5.4.11. Solids Handling
The total capacity of the four long term sludge digestion basins is 16.4 MG or 76.9 ac-ft. Conservatively assuming no seepage, a 2042 sludge flow is approximately 100,000 gpd, and historical evaporation and precipitation data, the storage capacity needed to hold a full year of sludge is approximately 94 ac-ft. Therefore, additional sludge storage basins are needed to meet 2042 capacity.
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5.4.12. Rapid Infiltration Basins
The actual infiltration rate at the Sand Dunes rapid infiltration basins is unknown, so a rate was chosen from the typical range of 0.5 to 2 inches per hour. Assuming a conservative infiltration rate of 0.5 inches per hour, the rapid infiltration basins have sufficient capacity to meet the 2042 projected average day flow of 3.29 MGD.
5.4.13. Hydraulic Capacity
A standard step calculation method was used to calculate water surface elevations throughout the treatment plant. Leaving the UV channel, effluent travels through a 24-inch PVC pipe towards the rapid infiltration basins. Before any flow is discharged, the velocity through this pipe at average day flow is 2.36 fps. Scenarios evaluated include the current and 2042 peak hour flows and assumed that all effluent was flowing to the farthest rapid infiltration basin, the water surface elevation in the rapid infiltration basin was at the discharge invert elevation, and only one aeration basin was in use. Considering head loss through the system, no flooding will occur. The aerobic basin will have approximately 1.63 feet of freeboard during 2042 average day flow and 1.60 feet of freeboard during 2042 maximum day flow. The grit basin will have approximately 4.79 feet of freeboard during 2042 average day flow and 4.21 feet of freeboard during 2042 maximum day flow.
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CHAPTER 6 - COLLECTION SYSTEM ALTERNATIVES
This chapter discusses project alternatives to correct the existing collection system deficiencies discussed
in earlier chapters, and to prepare the system for future sewer loads. General capacity and condition
upgrades are discussed along with specific alternatives that were explored in more detail with City staff.
Where recommended improvements appeared relatively straight forward, no additional improvements
were explored. Recommended alternatives are included in the Capital Improvement Plan in Chapter 7.
6.1. CAPACITY ALTERNATIVES
As pipelines approach their capacity, action must be taken to ensure that manhole surcharging and
sanitary sewer overflows do not occur. Based on modeling efforts, several portions of the City experience
depths of flow higher than the 75% capacity range or surcharging within the 20-year planning window,
The following subsections present the alternatives for addressing capacity issues within the system.
6.1.1. Wheeler / Carnation Basins
The Carnation lift station, the trunkline downstream of the Carnation discharge, the Wheeler lift station, the trunkline downstream of the Wheeler discharge, and the Main lift station are all undersized for 20-year peak flows. Alternatives to address this deficiency are shown below; a visual representation is shown in Figure 6.1. Table 6.1 presents a pro and con comparison of each alternative.
Alternative 1: Construct Separate Industrial WWTP
In order to handle the additional industrial flows planned within the eastern Wheeler area,
the City can opt to construct a new treatment plant near the Wheeler area that would collect
and treat industrial flows, eliminating the need for downstream improvements. This option
requires that industrial developers constructing in this area to be partially or wholly
responsible for the cost of construction. This option presents the highest operations and
maintenance costs due to additional city staff that will be required to operate the
wastewater treatment plant.
Alternative 2: Upgrade the Carnation LS and construct a new force main directly to Sand
Dunes WWTP
The second alternative includes upgrading the Carnation lift station to handle new industrial
flows, and construction of a new force main that discharges to the Sand Dunes WWTP.
This option takes all industrial flows off of the existing collection system, and again gives
the opportunity for new development to be partially or wholly responsible for the cost of
construction.
Alternative 3: Upgrade the Carnation LS, Wheeler LS, Main LS, and all gravity pipeline
downstream of Carnation LS
This alternative involves upsizing all the undersized pipelines and lift stations downstream
of the Wheeler Industrial area, including the Carnation, Wheeler, and Main lift stations. This
upgrade will likely incur a significant cost but can be used as an opportunity to replace
existing aging infrastructure.
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Alternative 4: No Action
If a no action is taken, then the increased flowrates within existing system will cause some
surcharging in gravity mains, and the downstream lift stations to be operating using multiple
pumps. In the case of high flows and pump failure, the City could experience severe
surcharging or sewer flooding, which has significant impact to public health. This alternative
is not considered viable.
FIGURE 6.1 – WHEELER/CARNATION IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
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TABLE 6.1 – WHEELER/CARNATION IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
No. Alternative Description Pros Cons
1 Construct Separate Industrial WWTP
• All or most of the industrial flows can be treated on-site, no impact to existing collection system, no need for further upgrades downstream
• Industrial users can be partially or fully responsible for cost of construction
• May discharge some treated wastewater to existing collection system. Treated wastewater may have a negative impact on the biology of the Sand Dunes WWTP
• Can incur high cost depending on contributions from developers
• Additional staffing needed
2 Upgrade Carnation LS and construct new force main directly to Sand Dunes WWTP
• All industrial flows can be directed around the existing collection system, no need for further downstream upgrades
• Industrial users can be partially or fully responsible for cost of construction
• Can incur high cost depending on contributions from developers
• Adds an additional net ~5.5 miles of pressure pipeline for the City to maintain (adds 6.3, abandon 0.75)
3 Upgrade Carnation LS, Wheeler LS, Main LS, and all gravity pipeline downstream of Carnation LS
• Can serve as an opportunity to upgrade aging lift stations/collection infrastructure
• High cost option depending on contributions from developers
• Requires multiple upgrades of downstream lift stations and force mains
4 No Action • Lowest Cost
• Surcharging and/or flooding in downstream collection pipeline/Carnation LS
• Possible health and safety hazards to city residents
6.1.2. Peninsula Trunkline
The trunkline upstream of the Peninsula lift station and the Peninsula lift station are undersized for 20-year flows. The primary upstream lift station, Blue Heron, is undersized for future flows and is recommended for an upgrade. Alternatives to address this deficiency are shown below; a visual representation is shown in Figure 6.2. Table 6.2 presents a pro and con comparison of each alternative. Each of these alternatives assumes that the pipeline will be attached to the bridge where it crosses the water.
Alternative 1: Upgrade the Westlake LS and extend the existing force main to connecting to
the 20” force main to the Sand Dunes WWTP
The first alternative is to upgrade the Westlake lift station, and to extend its force main to
Potato Hill Rd, where it will connect with the existing 20” C.O.F. force main and be
conveyed to the Sand Dunes lift station. This option eliminates the need for downstream
improvements but will be pumping into a shared force main with two other stations.
Alternative 2: Upgrade Peninsula LS, Upgrade the 12” trunkline to 18”
This alternative involves upsizing the undersized gravity trunkline and the Peninsula lift
station to handle 20-year peak hour flows. This option utilizes the routing of existing
infrastructure. If growth occurs in this upstream of this trunkline past the 20-year period,
then the 18” trunkline may have to be further upsized to handle flows.
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Alternative 3: Construct New LS at the Westlake discharge, extend force main to existing
20” force main to Dune WWTP
Construct a new lift station near the Westlake discharge point, around I-90, and construct a
new force main along the interstate that would connect into the existing force main between
the C.O.F and the Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant With permission, the force
main could be attached to the bottom of the interstate, reducing environmental risk of a
broken pipe within the water. Design and construction could also happen concurrently with
the recommended COF and Nelson lift station and force main improvements, which would
allow for a more symbiotic operation.
Alternative 4: No Action
No action taken would likely cause surcharging and potential flooding within the Peninsula
trunkline within the 20-year window, particularly if upgrades to the Blue Heron lift station are
made. This is not considered a viable alternative due to the large risk to public health and
safety.
FIGURE 6.2 – PENINSULA IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
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TABLE 6.2 – PENINSULA IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
No. Alternative Description Pros Cons
1 Upgrade Westlake LS and force main, connecting to the 20” force main to the Sand Dunes WWTP
• Pressure pipeline can be installed in existing bridges
• No need for upgrades at the Peninsula LS
• Upgrades can coincide with other projects (20” AC pipe upgrade/replacement)
• Higher consequence of failure with 2 water crossings
• Potential interference with COF/Nelson LS performance
2 Upgrade Peninsula LS, Upgrade 12” Peninsula trunkline to 18”
• Shorter length of force main to maintain.
• Established corridor, can use existing trench
• Higher cost, replacement of gravity main and manholes, upgrades of Peninsula LS
3
Construct New LS at the Westlake discharge, extend force main to existing 20” force main to Dune WWTP
• Allows the capture of additional flows
• Pressure pipeline can be installed in existing bridges
• No need for upgrades at the Peninsula LS
• Upgrades can coincide with other projects (20” AC pipe upgrade/replacement)
• Higher O&M costs with additional lift station
• Higher consequence of failure with 2 water crossings
• Potential interference with COF/Nelson LS performance
• Highway permitting
4 No Action • Lowest Cost
• Surcharging in 12” Peninsula collection pipeline
• Risk to the public’s health and safety
6.2. PIPELINE REPLACEMENT ALTERNATIVES
As pipelines and manholes approach the end of their useful life, the City will need to look into
replacement, rehabilitation, and repair options for all of its aging infrastructure. Aging infrastructure
increases the chance of failure and sanitary sewer overflows, and the amount of infiltration into the
system generally increases. The City has two main options to address pipeline and manhole condition
issues: reconstruct the pipelines and manholes through a traditional open cut construction approach or
rehabilitate them utilizing trenchless technologies. These alternatives are discussed briefly here.
Condition Alternative 1: No Action
This alternative is not viable because the system will need to continue operating even as
pipelines and manholes fail. If pipelines and manholes are not replaced or repaired as they
fail, the City would not be able to continue providing service to wastewater users.
Additionally, failure to rehabilitate infrastructure results in increased health and safety risks
associated with pipeline and manhole failures.
Condition Alternative 2: Replace with Traditional Open Cut Technology
As the collection system infrastructure approaches the end of their useful life, they could be
replaced with new pipelines and manholes using traditional open cut installation. This
alternative would extend the useful life of the pipeline by the life span of a new pipe. The
City could also choose to increase pipe size or correct pipeline grades as they replace the
pipelines. Depending on site constraints (pipe depth, surface restoration, sewer bypass
requirements, services, groundwater, soil conditions, existing pipe size and grade, etc.),
this alternative may be a preferred approach.
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Condition Alternative 3: Utilize Trenchless Technology for Repair
Alternatively, the City could utilize trenchless rehabilitation technologies such as pipe
bursting, cured-in-place-pipe installation, or slip lining for pipelines and applying special
coatings to manholes. Under the right circumstances, these approaches can be less costly
than the open cut construction approach. Spot repairs can also be a means of extending
the life of a pipeline segment and under certain conditions can be completed without open
cut trenching.
Each pipeline segment will be evaluated to determine the optimum replacement strategy as part of an
ongoing collection system replacement program. This effort includes a careful review of CCTV conditions
and other site constraints and should be completed as part of the concept or pre-design phase of pipeline
rehabilitation / replacement projects. Recommended annual collection system replacement budgets are
discussed in Chapter 6 and conservatively assume open cut replacement for budgeting purposes.
6.3. POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES
It is believed that a large portion of land located to the south and east of the existing City limits contain
shallow bedrock; the presence of shallow rock may affect the construction of future alternatives.
Subsurface investigations were not within the scope of this project, so the depth and exact location of this
shallow rock will need to be evaluated on each project. Recommended Capital Improvements presented
in Chapter 7 include the additional cost of bedrock and/or caliche excavation where it is believed to be
present. Construction techniques to effectively manage excavation, dewatering, and sloughing issues
should be required of any construction plans. Construction plans for any of the alternatives should also
include provisions to control dust and runoff.
6.4. FUTURE PIPELINE LAYOUT
To properly convey flow from anticipated growth areas within the 20-year planning boundary, the City has
several options on how to serve.
6.4.1. Cascade Valley Service
The Cascade Valley area is anticipated to build out in the near future and will need to be serviced via a lift station and force main. Alternative routing options for the force main are presented below, with a visual representation shown in Figure 6.3. Table 6.3 presents a pro and con comparison of each alternative.
Alternative 1: Construct a new Cascade Valley Lift Station, send all flow “around the horn”
to Northshore sewer basin
This option includes construction of a new lift station at the south-eastern portion of the
Cascade Valley area (topographically the lowest elevation), and send flow to the north,
then east, and connect to the existing trunkline along North Crestview Drive, near the
discharge of the Cascade Park lift station. This alternative includes potential cost savings
by allowing for lift stations serving future development north of the Cascade Valley area to
connect and share a force main.
Alternative 2: Construct a new Cascade Valley Lift Station, send flow through a force main
(with bend) connecting to Peninsula sewer basin
This alternative includes construction of a new lift station in the same location as Alternative
1. However, the force main will be routed to the east through a directional drilling under
Moses Lake that would connect with the Peninsula sewer basin along West Marina Drive.
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Alternative 3: Construct a new Cascade Valley Lift Station, send flow through a force main
(no bend) connecting to Peninsula sewer basin
This alternative includes construction of a new lift station in the same location as
Alternatives 1 and 2. The force main path is similar to Alternative 2 but takes a more direct
path without bending to connect with the Peninsula sewer basin along West Marina Drive.
Alternative 4: No Action
No action taken would mean no sewer service provided to the Cascade Valley area and is
not considered a viable alternative.
Concurrent to this study, the City completed further analysis of these alternatives and determined
that Alternative 2 was the recommended solution. See Appendix I for a full copy of the Cascade
Valley Sewer Improvements Technical Memorandum.
TABLE 6.3 – CASCADE VALLEY IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
No. Alternative Description Pros Cons
1 Construct a new Cascade Valley LSs, send all flow “around the horn” to Northshore sewer basin
• Allows for phasing in and connecting new northern LS as development occurs to the north, can tie into the same force main
• No below water directional drilling necessary
• Longer length of force main to maintain
• Expensive surface repairs
2
Construct a new Cascade Valley Lift Station, send flow through a force main (with bend) connecting to Peninsula sewer basin
• Second shortest length of force main to maintain
• Not enough flow anticipated from Cascade Valley to require an upsize at the Peninsula LS
• Requires directional drilling beneath the water
• More difficult force main maintenance
• Expensive drilling costs
3
Construct a new Cascade Valley Lift Station, send flow through a force main (no bend) connecting to Peninsula sewer basin
• Shortest length of force main to maintain
• Not enough flow anticipated from Cascade Valley to require an upsize at the Peninsula LS
• Fewer changes in direction for force main
• Requires directional drilling beneath the water
• More difficult force main maintenance
• Expensive drilling costs
4 No Action • Lowest Cost • No service to Cascade Valley area
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FIGURE 6.3 – CASCADE VALLEY IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
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6.4.2. Southern Residential Service
Population growth is forecast to occur in the southeastern portion of the City. However, due to topology, the existing system cannot service the entire designated area with gravity pipelines. As such, the following alternatives to service this area were developed. A visual representation is shown in Figure 6.4. Table 6.4 presents a pro and con comparison of each alternative.
Alternative 1: Construct new LS, route force main to connect to Nelson gravity sewer basin
The first alternative involves constructing a new lift station at the lowest elevation in the
area and routing the force main to the Nelson sewer basin. This option utilizes existing
infrastructure but involves double-pumping wastewater to get to the Sand Dunes WWTP.
Alternative 2: Construct new LS, route force main to connect to existing 20” force main
This alternative involves constructing a new lift station at the same location as alternative 1,
but the force main extends south and connects to the existing 20” C.O.F. force main. This
project can coincide with improvements made to the 20” force main and the other lift
stations that utilize it, namely C.O.F. and Nelson.
Alternative 3: No Action
No action taken would mean no sewer service or limited service provided to the southern
residential area. This is not considered a viable alternative.
FIGURE 6.4 – SOUTH RESIDENTIAL IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
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TABLE 6.4 – SOUTHERN RESIDENTIAL IMPROVEMENT ALTERNATIVES
No. Alternative Description Pros Cons
1 Construct new LS, route force main to connect to Nelson gravity sewer basin
• No risk of interference with performance of other lift stations
• Nelson anticipated to require an upgrade due to other developments
• Longer length of pipeline to maintain
• Double pumps the same water a longer distance
2 Construct new LS, route force main to connect to existing 20” force main
• Shorter length of pipeline to maintain.
• Can coincide with other projects (20” AC pipe upgrade/replacement)
• Potential interference with COF/Nelson LS performance
3 No Action • Lowest Cost • No service to new residential area
6.5. RECOMMENDED MASTER PLAN
The Capital Improvement Plan (Chapter 7) Provides project Summaries and recommendations for
addressing the wastewater system deficiencies.
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CHAPTER 7 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
This chapter summarizes the recommended improvements, along with their associated costs and phasing.
Annual budget recommendations and a 6-year CIP are included in Chapter 7. Each project description in
this chapter includes a site graphic, project issues, project capacity triggers, and total project costs. For
individual project sheets including the same information as well as more detailed cost assumptions, refer
to Appendix K.
7.1. PRIORITY IMPROVEMENTS
Table 7.1 summarizes needed capital improvements along with their estimated capital improvement costs
for the existing collection system. Projects in the 5-year planning period are expected to be required from
2022 to 2027. Improvements made in the 10-year planning period are expected to be completed by 2032.
The City should recognize that flexibility in the completion of many of these improvements may be
warranted. The costs associated with these improvement projects are planning level estimates and should
be reviewed and updated through the predesign and design phases of each project. Projects are shown in
Figure 7.1 (See Figure A7.1 in Appendix A for full size).
Projects were identified and prioritized using the following criteria:
Identified current or future system deficiencies.
Projects designed to meet the needs of expected growth.
Project budgets and feasibility.
Timing projects to coordinate with construction projects from other public agencies (i.e. Grant
County).
Projects that will require developer funding to fund developer driven growth.
Projects within city limits will be given preference and priority.
Other factors may increase the priority of projects outside city limits in some cases.
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FIGURE 7.1 – CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
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TABLE 7.1 – PRIORITY IMPROVEMENTS
Project
ID#Collection System Project Name Project Trigger
Total
Estimated Cost
(2023 Dollars)
P1 COF Wastewater Pump Upgrades Project Underway In Progress
P2 New Northshore Lift Station Project Underway In Progress
P3 Westshore and Hansen Road Odor Control Conditions/Defects In Progress
P4 Peninsula 10" Gravity Sewer and Wetwell Replacement Conditions/Defects In Progress
P5 Upgrade Division Lift Station Pumps Capacity, Operations and Maintenance $891,000
1.1 Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps & Controls Operations and Maintenance $2,244,000
1.2 Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension Capacity, Operations and Maintenance $1,363,000
1.3 Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension Development $6,316,000
1.4 Larson WWTP Facility Plan Treatment Capacity, Planning $95,000
1.5 Sand Dunes WWTP Facility Plan Treatment Capacity, Planning $95,000
$10,113,000
2.1 New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main Capacity, Operations and Maintenance $2,387,000
2.2 New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main Capacity, Conditions/Defects $1,097,000
2.3 24" COF Force Main Capacity, Conditions/Defects $20,640,000
2.4 City-wide Lift Station Safety Upgrades Safety, Operations and Maintenance $260,000
2.5 Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades Conditions/Defects, Operations and Maintenance $883,000
2.6 Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle, Larson
Lift Stations Operations and Maintenance $882,000
2.7 New Generator for Larson LS Redundancy, Operations and Maintenance $498,000
2.8 Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement Conditions/Defects $234,000
$26,881,000
3.1 Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity
Sewer New Development $16,109,000
3.2 Mae Valley Treatment Plant AKART Analysis Development $50,000
3.3 Blue Heron Lift Station Upgrade Development, Future Capacity $512,000
3.4 Nelson Lift Station Upgrade Development, Future Capacity $1,603,000
3.5 Southern Residential Lift Station and Force Main Development $4,168,000
3.6 Carnation Lift Station Upgrade Development, Future Capacity $2,039,000
3.7 New LS on Peninsula Dr, Extension to COF Force Main Capacity $9,276,000
3.8 Wheeler Rd Gravity Main Upgrade Development $6,791,000
3.9 North Cascade Valley Lift Station & Sewer Mains Development By Development
$40,548,000
$77,542,000
Notes
Priority 3 Improvements (Development Driven)
City of Moses Lake
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of probable costs at this time and is subject to
change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor’s
methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals,
bids or actual construction costs will not vary from the costs presented herein.
Total Priority 1 Improvements (rounded)
TOTAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS COSTS (rounded)
Total Priority 2 Improvements (rounded)
Total Priority 3 Improvements (rounded)
Priority 2 Improvements (Prior to 2043)
In Progresss Projects
Priority 1 Improvements (2023-2028)
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7.1.1. COF Wastewater Pump Upgrades
This plan identified the need to upsize the pumps at the COF pump station in order to handle the projected increase in wastewater flows. This alternative would include replacement of electrical/mechanical and increased pump capacity. This project was identified as a required system improvement and was in progress at the time of this study. See Appendix L for a copy of a design phase tech memo for this project.
Project Title: Location:
COF Wastewater Pump Upgrades 1303 W. Lakeside Dr.
Project Identifier:
P1
Need for Project:
The COF pump station acts as a regional lift
station and is a critical pumping facility. An
increase in wastewater flows are expected
over the next 20-year planning period.
Objective:
Replace aging electrical and mechanical
infrastructure, increase pumping capacity and
reduce O&M requirements.
Design Considerations:
This project will require approval from Ecology
due to capacity increases, pumping analysis,
wet well sizing analysis, structural evaluation
of existing wet well, and an electrical
evaluation for short term and long term
impacts. Project is expected to finish design
and seek Ecology approval in early 2024.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
Project in progress
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7.1.2. New Northshore Lift Station
This plan identified that a new Northshore lift station will need to be constructed. This is to address surcharging that occurs due to undersized design of Sage Bay and Northshore Lift Stations. The new lift station is a required system improvement that would convey flows to the COF. This project was in progress at the time of this study.
Project Title: Location:
New Northshore Lift Station Edgewater Ln.
Project Identifier:
P2
Need for Project:
The existing Sage Bay and Northshore lift
stations are undersized and cause
surcharging.
Objective:
Construct a new lift station and convey flows to
COF.
Design Considerations:
Lake crossing, abandoning/replacing existing
lift stations
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
Project in progress
7.1.3. Westshore and Hansen Road Odor Control
This plan has identified a need to install odor control devices to minimize odors originating from the discharge point of the Moses Pointe force main. This project was identified as a required system improvement and was in progress at the time of this study.
Project Title: Location:
Westshore and Hansen Road Odor Control Westshore Dr.
Project Identifier:
P3
Need for Project:
Odor issues have been an issue at the
discharge of the Moses Pointe force main.
Objective:
Install odor control devices to reduce odor.
Design Considerations:
Number of odor control devices to be installed,
locations of devices.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
Project in progress
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MOSES LAKE GENERAL SEWER PLAN
CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-6
7.1.4. Peninsula 10” Gravity Sewer and Wetwell Replacement
This plan identified the peninsula sewer was not compliant with railroad requirements. This force main will need to be replaced with a deeper pipe to meet railroad requirements. A triplex system complete with wetwell replacement and bypass will also be installed along with the new deeper pipe. Design for this project was identified as a required system improvement and was in progress at the time of this study.
Project Title: Location:
Peninsula 10” Gravity Sewer and Wetwell Replacement Penn Ivy St., Lakeside Dr.
Project Identifier:
P4
Need for Project:
Existing pipe doesn’t meet railroad depth
requirements.
Objective:
Replace pipe with deeper pipe, upgrade
Peninsula to triplex system.
Design Considerations:
Method of bypass pumping, railroad
permitting, method of pipeline replacement.
Costs assume conservative open trenching.
Replacement of existing Peninsula wetwell
and room for third pump.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
Project in progress
7.1.5. Upgrade Division Lift Station Pumps
This plan identified a need to upgrade pumps at the Division lift station to handle the flows from the force main extension and connection. This is a required system improvement to ensure that this lift station doesn’t surcharge under its demand.
Project Title: Location:
Upgrade Division Lift Station Pumps S Division St.
Project Identifier:
P5
Need for Project:
Existing pumps need to be sized for the new
force main extension and connection.
Objective:
Upgrade pumps to deliver flow and head to the
Main LS force main.
Design Considerations:
Multiple pump stations share the same force
main; the new Northlake upgrade and Wheeler
extension will feed into this shared force main.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
Project in progress
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7.1.6. Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps and Controls
This plan identified deficiencies at the Wheeler Lift Station. Upgrading pumps at this lift station will be required so that it can meet current and projected flow rates. This lift station could also be connected to SCADA and have new controls added as a part of these required improvements.
Project Title: Location:
Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps & Controls Wheeler Rd.
Project Identifier:
1.1
Need for Project:
To serve immediate and 20-year flows, replace
aging pumps, add controls and connect to
SCADA.
Objective:
Upgrades the lift station to handle anticipated
flow, O&M improvements.
Design Considerations:
Size pumps for Wheeler force main extension
and connection to the Main force main;
Multiple pump stations share the same force
main. Potential coordination with the Industrial
lift station for phasing. Per the future
conditions model discussed in Chapter 4
(Table 4.8) the pumping capacity will need to
be increased from its current capacity of 960
gpm to the maximum modeled 2042 capacity
of 2,000 gpm to meet the demands of the 2042
future conditions model.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$2,244,000
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CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-8
7.1.7. Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension
This plan identified that the Main Lift Station needs reduced demand. Installation of a new bypass line that ties into the Main force main will be required to meet this need.
Project Title: Location:
Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension 5th Ave., 6th Ave.
Project Identifier:
1.2
Need for Project:
The intent is to reduce capacity on the Main
pump station and pump in a more direct route
to the COF.
Objective:
Bypass the downstream Main LS and tie into
the Main force main.
Design Considerations:
Design considerations include permitting
issues, right-of-way/easement and
construction schedule. The need for this
upsize in force main was due to the insufficient
ability of the current force main to keep
velocities below 10 fps. In the 2042 model this
force main conveyed sewage at 12.77 fps
which indicates the need to upsize this force
main to bring velocity down below 10 fps. The
2042 future conditions model also indicates
that pump capacity in the Wheeler Lift Station
would need to be increased from 960 gpm to
2,000 gpm. This is discussed in further detail in
Chapter 4 and shown in Table 4.9 and 4.8
respectively.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$1,363,000
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CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-9
7.1.8. Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension
This plan identified the Mae Valley area as having high potential for growth. This alternative replaces the Moses Pointe Lift Station which will not be able to accommodate future flows with a gravity main. This project is a high priority and a required system requirement. The City would like the timing of this project to correspond with the timing of the planned Grant County Road Construction Project.
Project Title: Location:
Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension Westshore Dr.
Project Identifier:
1.3
Need for Project:
The Moses Pointe Lift Station is not sized to
convey future flows. The Mae Valley area is
expected to experience major growth within 20
years.
Objective:
Construct a gravity main to replace the Moses
Pointe lift station and service the Mae Valley
area.
Design Considerations:
Service area, dewatering of trench, depth of
pipelines, traffic control along Westshore
Drive. Coordinate work with Westshore Drive
roadway project. The 2042 sewer model
indicates that this will need to be designed as
an 18” sewer main to accommodate an
anticipated max design flow of 372 gpm.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$6,316,000
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7.1.9. Larson WWTP Facility Plan
This plan identified a need to prepare a facility plan to evaluate future upgrades at the Larson WWTP. Current facility conditions are detailed in Chapter 5 and would be highlighted again in this evaluation. This evaluation could be combined with the Sand Dunes WWTP Master Plan.
Project Title: Location:
Larson WWTP Facility Plan 6691 Randolph Rd.
Project Identifier:
1.4
Need for Project:
The Larson Treatment Facility requires a
planning study to inform future improvements
and operations.
Objective:
To identify defects and provide recommended
improvements to treatment and operations.
Design Considerations:
Includes reviewing reuse feasibility at the
treatment plant. Can be combined with the
Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Facility
Plan for some cost savings.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$95,000
7.1.10. Sand Dunes WWTP Facility Plan
This plan identified a need to prepare a facility plan to evaluate future upgrades at the Sand Dunes WWTP. Current facility conditions are detailed in Chapter 5 and would be highlighted again in this
evaluation. This evaluation could be combined with the Larson WWTP Master Plan.
Project Title: Location:
Sand Dunes WWTP Facility Plan Road K
Project Identifier:
1.5
Need for Project:
The Sand Dunes Treatment Facility requires a
planning study to inform future improvements
and operations.
Objective:
To identify defects and provide recommended
improvements to treatment and operations.
Design Considerations:
Includes reviewing reuse feasibility at the
treatment plant. Can be combined with the
Larson Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan for
some cost savings.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$95,000
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MOSES LAKE GENERAL SEWER PLAN
CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-11
7.1.11. New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main
This plan identified that redundancy is required for the Northshore force main.
Project Title: Location:
New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main Edgewater Ln., Dogwood St.
Project Identifier:
2.1
Need for Project:
City identified redundancy and condition
concerns with the existing Sage Bay force
main.
Objective:
Construct a parallel force main from the
Northshore lift station to the Main force main.
Design Considerations:
Assumed directional drilling under the lake.
Other considerations include environmental
permitting, operations of parallel force mains.
The 2042 sewer model indicated this force
main would be flowing with a velocity of 5.5
fps. This is considered a longer force main and
should have a maximum allowable velocity is 5
fps. Table 4.9 in Chapter 4 provides additional
details and discussion on this project. It is
recommended that this force main be upsized
to allow for lower velocity flows under future
flow conditions.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$2,387,000
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MOSES LAKE GENERAL SEWER PLAN
CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-12
7.1.12. New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main
This plan identified the need to increase capacity and upgrade the COF force main by replacing the existing AC pipe. Increasing this capacity and upgrading the COF Main is a required system improvement.
Project Title: Location:
New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main W Lakeside Dr., W Nelson Rd.
Project Identifier:
2.2
Need for Project:
City identified capacity and condition concerns
with the existing COF force main.
Objective:
Replace existing AC force main, increase
capacity and resolve defects.
Design Considerations:
Assumed laying pipe along the bottom of the
lake. Other considerations include
environmental permitting, pipe protection
within lake. The 2042 sewer model indicated
that this force main would be flowing with a
velocity of approximately 5.84 fps. This is
considered a longer force main and should
have a maximum allowable velocity is 5 fps.
Table 4.9 in and Chapter 4 provides additional
details and discussion on this project. It is
recommended that this force main be upsized
to allow for lower velocity flows under future
flow conditions.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$1,097,000
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7.1.13. 24” COF Force Main
This plan identified that construction of a parallel COF force main extending from the Sand Dunes WWTP to the proposed lake crossing force main is a required system improvement. This would meet demand for 20-years flow and replace the existing AC pipe.
Project Title: Location:
24" COF Force Main Potato Hill Rd., Baseline Rd. E, Road K
Project Identifier:
2.3
Need for Project:
The existing COF force main is experiencing
defects and may be undersized for 20-year
flows.
Objective:
Construct new parallel COF force main to
the Sand Dunes WWTP, replace AC pipe.
Design Considerations:
Assumed construction of pipeline within
existing ROWs. Rock Excavation may be
required, include geotechnical investigation.
The 2042 sewer model indicated that this force
main would be flowing with a velocity of
approximately 5.84 fps. This is considered a
longer force main and should have a maximum
allowable velocity is 5 fps. Table 4.9 in Chapter
4 provides additional details and discussion on
this project. It is recommended that this force
main be upsized to allow for lower velocity
flows under future flow conditions. It should be
noted this force main shares flows from the
COF and Nelson Lift Stations.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$20,640,000
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7.1.14. City-wide Lift Station Safety Upgrades
This Plan identified that fall arrest Davit mounts should be installed at each lift station to improve and prioritize Operator safety.
Project Title: Location:
City-wide LS Safety Upgrades City Owned Lift Stations
Project Identifier:
2.4
Need for Project:
The City needs fall arrest cranes on each of
the lift stations to provide safety for operators.
Objective:
Add Davit Fall Arrest cranes at each lift station,
excluding the new Northshore and COF lift
stations.
Design Considerations:
Space constraints at each site.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$260,000
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7.1.15. Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades
This plan identified deficiencies at the Patton Lift Station. This is due to deteriorating conditions of existing pumps and electrical equipment. It is a required system improvement to move these controls above ground to increase ease of access and reduce response time as well as replace all existing pumps at the Patton Lift Station.
Project Title: Location:
Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades Patton Blvd.
Project Identifier:
2.5
Need for Project:
The Patton lift station's pumps and electrical
equipment are in poor condition and in need of
replacement.
Objective:
This work will replace the existing pumps and
bring the lift station up to current City
standards, move controls above ground, allow
operators to monitor these pumping facilities
remotely, and improve operator response time
and reduce risk of catastrophic failure.
Design Considerations:
Panels will be designed to current City
standards. During design, methods of
communications will need to be determined for
each site. Future modeling did not indicate any
need for changes to the existing lift station
capacity. Future improvements should be
designed to retain its existing size.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$883,000
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7.1.16. Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle, Larson Lift Stations
This plan has identified these locations as being out of specification with the City’s control standards. It is a required system improvement to bring them up to standard. They will be redesigned to be above ground and allow operators to monitor the pumping facilities remotely.
Project Title: Location:
Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle, Larson Lift Stations Carswell, Carnation, Castle, and Larson Lift Stations Project Identifier:
2.6
Need for Project:
These five locations have been identified as
areas of improvement that don't meet City's
controls standards.
Objective:
This work will bring these lift stations up to
current City standards, bring controls above
ground, allow operators to monitor these
pumping facilities remotely, and improve
operator response time and reduce risk of
catastrophic failure.
Design Considerations:
Panels will be designed to current City
standards. During design, methods of
communications will need to be determined for
each site.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$882,000
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MOSES LAKE GENERAL SEWER PLAN
CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-17
7.1.17. New Generator for Larson Lift Station
This plan identified that the Larson Lift Station has no means of emergency backup power. This is a required system improvement to install new emergency power as well as electrical upgrades to keep these lift stations operational in the event of a power outage to prevent any sewer overflows.
Project Title: Location:
New Generator for Larson LS 6691 Randolph Rd.
Project Identifier:
2.7
Need for Project:
Backup power is needed at the Larson Lift
Station.
Objective:
Install emergency power generators and
electrical upgrades at the Larson Lift Station.
Design Considerations:
Size electrical upgrades for new generator and
ATS. May be able to reuse the Sage Bay
generator at Larson.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$498,000
7.1.18. Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement
This plan identified that existing pumps at the Marina Lift Station are operating below capacity and that they will need to be replaced.
Project Title: Location:
Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement W Marina Dr.
Project Identifier:
2.8
Need for Project:
Pump tests reveal that the Marina Lift Station
is operating well below its reported capacity.
Objective:
Replace the pumps in the Marina Lift Station,
replace mechanical and electrical components
as necessary.
Design Considerations:
Recommended inspection to determine cause
of low pumping rate prior to replacement.
Pumps are reported to have a capacity of 180
gpm and tested to have a capacity of 30 gpm.
See Chapter 3 table 3.2 for further detail.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$234,000
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CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-18
7.1.19. Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer
This plan identified that an area of Cascade Valley within city limits is still on septic systems and requires improvements to extend sewer service to existing residents and for future expansion. See Appendix I for additional information.
Project Title: Location:
Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer H.4 NE, Cascade Valley Peninsula
Project Identifier:
3.1
Need for Project:
The Cascade Valley area includes existing
homes on septic, and land which is anticipated
to grow, which can be served by the City's
collection system.
Objective:
Service the Cascade Valley area with City
sewer.
Design Considerations:
Location of the lift station, pipe route and
installation methodology, environmental
impacts, land purchasing, gravity line
alignments. As described in Appendix I, this
area was modeled to see a max design flow of
1,700 gpm according to the 2042 sewer model.
At this design flow 8” lines and a medium size
lift station are anticipated.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$16,109,000
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7.1.20. Mae Valley Treatment Plant AKART Analysis
This plan identified the need to conduct an AKART Analysis for design and construction of a new WWTP in the Mae Valley area to account for the anticipated growth area. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Mae Valley Treatment Plant AKART Analysis TBD
Project Identifier:
3.2
Need for Project:
The Mae Valley is expected to experience
significant growth, may be more reasonable to
create a new treatment facility.
Objective:
Determine the feasibility of a new Mae Valley
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Design Considerations:
Topology, anticipated growth, service areas,
geotechnical aspects, discharge limits.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$50,000
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CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-20
7.1.21. Blue Heron Lift Station Upgrade
This plan identified that the existing pumps at the Blue Heron Lift Station will be insufficient to accommodate future growth and that pump replacement, electrical, and mechanical upgrades will be required in order to meet future flow demands. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Blue Heron Lift Station Upgrade Westshore Dr.
Project Identifier:
3.3
Need for Project:
The Blue Heron Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20-year flows.
Objective:
Upgrade the existing Blue Heron pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as
necessary.
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as
the pumps are upgraded, assumed a new
electrical service is required. Mae Valley
Treatment Plant eliminates this improvement.
Per the future conditions model discussed in
Chapter 4 (see Table 4.8) the pumping
capacity will need to be increased from its
current capacity of 211 gpm to the maximum
modeled 2042 capacity of 940 gpm to meet
the demands of the 2042 future conditions
model.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$512,000
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7.1.22. Nelson Lift Station Upgrade
This Plan identified that the existing pumps at the Nelson Lift Station will be insufficient to accommodate future growth and that pump replacement, electrical, and mechanical upgrades will be required in order to meet future flow demands. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Nelson Lift Station Upgrade W Nelson Rd.
Project Identifier:
3.4
Need for Project:
The Nelson Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20-year flows.
Objective:
Upgrade the existing Nelson pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as
necessary
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as
the pumps are upgraded, assumed a new
electrical service is required. Per the future
conditions model discussed in Chapter 4, table
4.8 the pumping capacity will need to be
increased from it’s current capacity of 250
gpm to the maximum modeled 2042 capacity
of 678 gpm to meet the demands of the 2042
future conditions model.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$1,603,000
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CITY OF MOSES LAKE | KA 222036 7-22
7.1.23. Southern Residential Lift Station and Force Main
This plan identified that there is no new infrastructure in areas slated for development and that a new lift station and force main will be required to service that area due to topography. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Southern Residential Lift Station and Force
Main
South of Interstate 90,
east of Potato Hill Rd.
Project Identifier:
3.5
Need for Project:
Future development is planned for this area
but cannot be serviced by existing collection
infrastructure.
Objective:
Construct a new lift station to service
anticipated residential growth.
Design Considerations:
Location of the lift station, sizing of the pumps
for area buildout, service area. For the
purposes of this study a medium sized lift
station and 6” force main were assumed,
however the capacity required for this area is
anticipated to be largely developer driven and
further analysis will need to be completed
when development occurs to properly size
this lift station and force main.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$4,168,000
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7.1.24. Carnation Lift Station Upgrade
This plan identified that the existing pumps at the Carnation Lift Station will be insufficient to accommodate future growth and that pump, electrical, and mechanical upgrades will be required in order to meet future flow demands. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Carnation Lift Station Upgrade Wheeler Rd.
Project Identifier:
3.6
Need for Project:
The Carnation Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20-year flows.
Objective:
Upgrade the existing Carnation pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as
necessary.
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as
the pumps are upgraded, assumed a new
electrical service is required. Per the future
conditions model discussed in Chapter 4 (see
Table 4.8) the pumping capacity will need to
be increased from its current capacity of 200
gpm to the maximum modeled 2042 capacity
of 1,170 gpm to meet the demands of the
2042 future conditions model.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$2,039,000
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7.1.25. New Lift Station on Peninsula Dr, Extension to COF Force Main
This plan Identified that the sewer trunkline feeding the Peninsula Lift Station and subsequently the COF Lift Station would be unable to accommodate 20-year flows. Improvement will be required to construct a new lift station and force main that diverts flow away from the undersized trunkline and lift station. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
New Lift Station on Peninsula Dr, Extension
to COF Force Main Interstate 90
Project Identifier:
3.7
Need for Project:
The trunkline upstream of the Peninsula and
COF Lift Stations are undersized for 20-year
flows. Flow needs to be diverted away from
this trunkline.
Objective:
Construct new lift station and force main to
send flows to COF force main.
Design Considerations:
Would likely start with a smaller flowrate,
then phase into a peak flow of 1,150 gpm
based on the 2042 sewer model. Other
considerations include environmental permits
of the land bridge, coordination with state
highway district, routing of pipeline, right-of-
way. Mae Valley WWTP eliminates this
improvement.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$9,276,000
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7.1.26. Wheeler Rd Gravity Main Upgrade
This plan identified that the gravity main on Wheeler Road is undersized and improvements will be required to accommodate 20-year flows. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement.
Project Title: Location:
Wheeler Rd Gravity Main Upgrade Wheeler Rd.
Project Identifier:
3.8
Need for Project:
The Wheeler Rd gravity trunkline is
inadequate to convey future flows. The
Wheeler area is expected to experience major
growth within 20 years.
Objective:
Upsize the existing gravity trunkline to convey
future flows.
Design Considerations:
Service area, dewatering of trench, depth of
pipelines, traffic control along Westshore
Drive, potential rock excavation. Per the 2042
future conditions sewer model, portions of
the Wheeler Rd. gravity main are currently
flowing at a d/D of 0.75-1. This indicates
significant gravity flows and full pipes that
have to potential to become pressurized flow.
These high d/D numbers indicate the need for
upsize.
Total Project Cost (2023 dollars):
$6,791,000
7.1.27. North Cascade Valley Lift Station and Sewer Mains
Extension of sewer service to the northern portion of Cascade Valley won’t occur till after the completion of project #3.1. This project is expected to supply the needs of developer driven growth and will require funding through a development agreement. This will need further analysis and no costs were evaluated at this time.
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7.2. CIP DESIGN INFORMATION AND CALCULATIONS
As discussed in Chapter 4, the sewer collection system was modeled for 20-year conditions to identify
deficiencies in existing infrastructure. Through an iterative process, pipelines and lift stations were upsized
to correct these deficiencies and meet the planning criteria outlined in Chapter 1.
7.2.1. Force Main and Gravity Sewer Pipelines
The modeling software calculates flow capacities in pipelines to identify which lines meet the
established planning criteria for minimum velocity, maximum velocity, and capacity. To assist with the design process and support the modeling results, the following tables were developed to
calculate existing and future condition pipeline conditions.
The Manning’s Formula and Discharge Formula are the two primary equations used to calculate
velocity, flow, and pipeline capacity. These formulas are as follows: 𝑉𝑉=𝑘𝑘𝑛𝑛𝑅𝑅ℎ2 3�𝑆𝑆1 2� Manning’s Formula Q = VA Discharge Formula V = Velocity (ft/s) Q = Flow Rate (ft3/s) A = Area (ft2) n = Manning’s Coefficient (s/ft1/3); typical
values
Rh = A/P, Hydraulic Radius (ft) P = Wetted Perimeter (ft) S = Hydraulic Gradient, Slope (ft/ft) k = 1.49 (conversion factor; English
units)
Table 7.2 includes typical Manning’s roughness coefficients used when calculating velocity in different pipeline materials. Coefficients are provided for the pipeline materials present in the City’s sewer collection system.
TABLE 7.2 – TYPICAL MANNING’S COEFFICIENTS
Table 7.3 summarizes force main calculations for 20-year conditions and compares them to the
modeling results under the same conditions. In general, all force mains should have a minimum velocity of 2 ft/s and a maximum velocity of either 5 ft/s (longer force mains) or 8 ft/s (shorter force
mains). Note the following for each project:
New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main (CIP #2.1) – This improvement is primarily for
adding redundancy, however upsizing the new force main to a 12” instead of matching the
existing 10” size will allow for additional future capacity.
New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main (CIP #2.2) – The existing 20” force main is
aging and will need to be replaced with a new 24” force main to keep 20-year flow conditions
below 5 ft/s.
Pipe Material n
Asbestos Cement 0.011
Cast Iron (new)0.012
Concrete (centrifugally spun)0.013
Plastic (PVC/HDPE)0.009
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24” COF Force Main (CIP #2.3) – The existing AC 20” force main will need to be replaced
with a new 24” force main to keep 20-year flow conditions below 5 ft/s.
Cascade Valley Force Main (CIP #3.1) – The size of this force main will depend on how many
existing and future homes are connected to the City’s sewer system in the Cascade Valley
area. Some of this has yet to be determined. Development of sewer service in this area may
require phasing the size of the force main, pumps, and/or frequency of pumping. This will
need to be reassessed when this project is addressed. Table 7.3 shows two possible
outcomes for force mains, though this needs to be evaluated more closely when this project
is designed.
Southern Residential Force Main (CIP #3.5) – The size of this force main will depend on how
many services are initially developed in this area. Development of sewer service in this area
may require phasing the size of the force main, size of pumps, and pumping frequency. This
will need to be evaluated more closely when this project is designed.
New Peninsula Drive Force Main (CIP #3.7) – The size of this new force main is currently
modeled as an 8” force main, however much of what will flow through this new force main is
dependent on development. Development in this area may require phasing the size of the
force main, size of pumps, and pumping frequency. This will need to be evaluated more
closely when this project is designed.
TABLE 7.3 – FORCE MAIN CALCULATIONS
For sizing gravity sewer main improvements, velocities and flow rates were calculated for each pipe diameter at minimum design slopes (see Table 7.4). These calculated results were then applied to
each of the gravity sewer CIP projects in Table 7.5. Note the following for each project:
Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension (CIP #1.3) – Though only a 14” gravity sewer main
is needed for the peak 2042 flow conditions in this portion of the system, an 18” main was
required due to minimum pipe slope restrictions.
Existing
Pipeline Dia.
(in)
Modeled
Maximum
Velocity,
Open
Scenario
(ft/sec)
Calculated
Maximum
Velocity
(ft/sec)
Proposed
Pipeline Dia.
(in)
Modeled
Maximum
Velocity,
Open
Scenario
(ft/sec)
Calculated
Maximum
Velocity
(ft/sec)
2.1 - New Parallel North
Shore LS Force Main 970 10 4.00 3.96 12 2.80 2.75
2.2 - New COF Lift Station
Lake Crossing Force Main 4830 20 4.93 4.93 24 3.40 3.43
2.3 - 24" COF Force Main 5455 20 5.56 5.57 24 3.85 3.87
3.1 - Cascade Valley Force
Main (City Limit Buildout)211 N/A N/A N/A 6 Scenario Not
Modeled 2.39
3.1 - Cascade Valley Force
Main (South Area Buildout)640 N/A N/A N/A 8 4.21 4.09
3.5 - Southern Residential
Force Main 68 N/A N/A N/A 6 Scenario Not
Modeled 0.77
3.5 - Southern Residential
Force Main 210 N/A N/A N/A 6 2.40 2.38
3.7 - New Peninsula Drive
Force Main 1115 N/A N/A N/A 8 7.20 7.12
Peak 2042 Conditions - Existing Facilities Peak 2042 Conditions - Proposed CIP
Inflow - Open
Scenario
(gpm)
CIP Project
(# - Name)
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Cascade Gravity Sewer (CIP #3.1) – The size of gravity sewer lines in the Cascade Valley
area were evaluated further in the Cascade Valley tech memo included in Appendix I. Flows
in the Cascade Valley area could range between 18 gpm up to 1,700 gpm at full buildout.
This will require gravity sewer mains between 8” and 21” in size. To provide some guidance
on sizing future gravity sewer mains in this development, it is recommended that the flow
ranges and corresponding main sizes provided in Table 7.5 be used in the design phase for
this project.
Wheeler Road Gravity Sewer (CIP #3.8) – An 18” sewer main will add sufficient capacity for
20-year flow conditions with additional room for growth. The trigger for this improvement is
increasing flows from industrial users in the Wheeler area. It should be noted that as the City
receives requests from industries in the Wheeler area, they will require industries to assist
with an AKART analysis to evaluate whether an industrial WWTP should be established
rather than incorporating new industrial flows into the City’s current system.
TABLE 7.4 – GRAVITY SEWER MAIN FLOW CALCULATIONS BY PIPE DIAMETER
TABLE 7.5 – GRAVITY SEWER CIP CALCULATIONS
Pipe
Diameter (in)
Min Slope,
S (ft/ft)n
Area, A
(ft2)
Wetted
Perimeter,
P (ft)
Hydraulic
Radius, R
(ft)
Manning
Velocity, V
(ft/s)
0.50 d/D
Flow, Q
(gpm)
0.75 d/D
Flow, Q
(gpm)
8 0.0040 0.009 0.35 2.09 0.167 3.16 248 421
10 0.0028 0.009 0.55 2.62 0.208 3.07 376 639
12 0.0022 0.009 0.79 3.14 0.250 3.07 542 921
15 0.0015 0.009 1.23 3.93 0.313 2.94 811 1,379
18 0.0012 0.009 1.77 4.71 0.375 2.97 1,179 2,005
21 0.0010 0.009 2.41 5.50 0.438 3.01 1,624 2,761
24 0.0008 0.009 3.14 6.28 0.500 2.94 2,074 3,526
Existing
Pipeline Dia.
(in)
Inflow - Open
Scenario
(gpm)
Proposed
Pipeline Dia.
(in)
0.5 d/D Pipe
Flow
(gpm)
0.75 d/D Pipe
Flow
(gpm)
1.3 - Westshore Drive
Gravity Main Extension N/A 675 18.0 1,179 2,005
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(8" mains)N/A 0 - 300 8.0 248 421
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(10" mains)N/A 300 - 600 10.0 376 639
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(12" mains)N/A 600 - 800 12.0 542 921
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(15" mains)N/A 800 - 1100 15.0 811 1,379
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(18" mains)N/A 1100 - 1500 18.0 1,179 2,005
3.1 - Cascade Gravity Sewer
(21" mains)N/A 1500 - 1700 21.0 1,624 2,761
3.8 - Wheeler Road Gravity
Sewer 10 1615 18.0 1,179 2,005
Peak 2042 Conditions
CIP Project
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7.2.2. Lift Stations
The CIP includes nine total lift station projects including design of new pumping facilities to either address aging equipment, capacity issues, or to provide new service in areas not currently serviced by the City’s gravity sewer system.
Two of these pumps stations; the Patton and Marina Lift Stations; were identified as having underperforming pumps that are not operating according to their designed firm pumping capacities. These pumps will be replaced with newer pumps that meet or exceed the original designed capacities of these two lift stations.
The Wheeler, Blue Heron, Nelson, and Carnation lift stations were identified in this GSP as requiring additional pumping capacity to accommodate peak 2042 conditions. See Table 4.8 in Chapter 4 for differences in reported firm capacities and required peak 2042 flow conditions. These lift stations will need to be sized to at least accommodate the peak 2042 flow conditions as shown in Table 7.6.
The Cascade Valley, Southern Residential, and Peninsula Drive areas are primarily development driven CIP improvements and will need to be sized based on how the areas they serve are developed. Flows in the Cascade Valley area are anticipated to range between 18 gpm to 1,700 gpm. Flows in the Southern residential area are anticipated to range up to 68 gpm over the next 20 years. Flows in the New Peninsula Drive area are anticipated to range up to 1,115 gpm over the next 20 years. Each of these facilities may need to be phased up to 20-year peak flow conditions depending on how they develop.
Pump curves will need to be selected in the design phase for each of these projects that either meet or exceed the 2042 peak flow conditions. Table 7.6 summarizes recommended design flow rates minimums when each of these projects is designed. Actual pump sizing will depend on number of pump cycles per hour, size of the development, and growth. Designed improvements must meet the City of Moses Lake’s and Ecology’s (Orange Book) minimum design requirements.
TABLE 7.6 – LIFT STATION RECOMMENDED DESIGN FLOW RATES
CIP Project
(# - Name)
Existing Firm
Pumping Capacity
(gpm)
Peak 2042
Conditions Inflow -
Open Scenario (gpm)
Recommended
Design Flow Rate
(gpm)
1.1 - Upgrade Wheeler Lift
Station Pump Upgrade 960 2,000 >2,000
2.5 - Patton Lift Station Pump
Upgrade 198 N/A ≥250
2.8 - Marina Lift Station Pump
Replacement 30 N/A ≥180
3.1 - Cascade Valley Lift Station N/A 1,700 ≥100 to ≥1,7001, 2
3.3 - Blue Heron Lift Station
Upgrade 255 940 >940
3.4 - Nelson Lift Station Upgrade 294 678 >678
3.5 - Southern Residential Lift
Station N/A 68 ≥1001
3.6 - Carnation Lift Station
Upgrade 225 1,170 >1,170
3.7 - New Lift Station on
Peninsula Drive N/A 1,150 >1,1501
1 Depends on size and timing of development.
2 See Appendix I for additional development information on the Cascade Valley area.
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7.3. ANNUAL REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
In addition to the capital improvement projects identified in Table 7.1, the City will also budget each year
for replacement of assets associated with the existing collection system, including gravity pipelines, force
mains, manholes, and lift stations.
The collection system pipeline and manhole replacement budget are based on the analysis described in
Chapter 2. As stated before, the City’s collection system is relatively new. With 53% of existing gravity pipes
and 79% of existing pressure pipes made of PVC, I/I contribution to flowrates are minimal. Around 44% of
gravity pipes are made of concrete which is susceptible to hydrogen sulfide corrosion and monitored by the
City’s repair and replacement program. The program has resulted in around 51 miles of repaired pipe using
Cure in Place Pipe (CIPP). This plan identifies the need to thoroughly inspecting the remaining 13 miles of
gravity pipe and complete repairs as necessary. Pressure pipelines in the collection system are 79% PVC
and 9% HDPE/PE). The need for inspection and repairs have also been identified for the for the remaining
12% of pressure pipeline made of asbestos-concrete, cast iron, ductile iron, and steel. These targets should
be reassessed and updated periodically by the City based on updated pipeline condition information and
budget constraints.
Construction costs are in 2023 dollars. Actual costs of Construction will depend on the actual rate of
inflation, time of construction, and other factors.
Keller Associates recommends the City periodically review and update the CIP and complete a
comprehensive update about every five to ten years.
7.4. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE IMPACTS
This plan has identified the need for existing pipelines to be CCTV inspected at least every 5
years. Assuming a 5-year CCTV inspection cycle, the City would need to inspect approximately 166,850
feet of pipeline per year. At current contracted rates, this equates to an annual budget of approximately
$420,000. There would be potential cost savings by completing the work in-house, although additional staff
would need to be hired and the supporting equipment and software would need to be purchased.
7.5. RECOMMENDED CIP PROGRAM AND RATE INCREASES
The Priority 1 improvements were budgeted over the next five years, along with the annual pipe
replacement program, to determine the required monthly user rate increase to fund these projects. See
Chapter 8 for a summary of this financial analysis as well as recommendations for rate increases.
7.6. DEVELOPMENT DRIVEN IMPROVEMENTS
For development driven improvements, the City of Moses Lake has an established permit and plan review
process that requires developers and their consultants to prepare stamped plans and specifications that
must be submitted to the City for review before a building permit can be issued. At a minimum, plans are
reviewed against City of Moses Lake standards and specifications, Ecology’s Criteria for Sewage Works
Design (Orange Book), and planning documents including the General Sewer Plan. The City regularly
updates their standards and specifications every two years.
7.7. CONCLUSION
This planning document is intended to provide a roadmap for accommodating continued growth for years
to come. The wastewater computer model is intended to be a tool for ongoing planning and evaluation
efforts. As various components of the collection system approach capacity, additional monitoring and
predesign efforts will be implemented to better define projects and priorities.
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CHAPTER 8 - FINANCIAL PLAN
8.1. INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes a financial program that allows the wastewater utility to remain financially viable
during the 20-year planning period, and to provide stable revenue for execution of the capital improvement
program (CIP) identified in this comprehensive GSP and in the Capital Facilities Element of the General
Comprehensive Plan. This financial viability analysis considers the historical financial condition of the utility,
the sufficiency of utility revenues to meet current and future financial and policy obligations, the need to
provide sufficient revenue to meet operation and maintenance needs, and the utility’s ability to support the
financial impact related to the completion of the identified projects in the CIP. Furthermore, this chapter
provides a review of the utility’s current rate structure with respect to customer affordability.
8.2. PAST FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
This section includes a historical summary of financial performance on the statement of revenues, expenses
and changes in net position. The City legally owns and operates both a water and wastewater utility. The
City’s historic financial reports do not distinguish between water and wastewater operations or funds. Thus,
the historical financial statements examine the City’s operations and financial history as a whole. Table 8.1
shows a summary of the division fund resources and uses arising from cash transactions for the previous
6 years (2015 through 2020) for the water and wastewater combined utilities. During the development of
this chapter, the City’s most recent financial statements covered through 2020.
Noteworthy findings and trends are discussed to demonstrate the historical performance and condition of
the City’s combined water and wastewater division.
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TABLE 8.1 – HISTORICAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
8.2.1. Findings and Trends
The following identifies findings for the 2015 through 2020 historical period for the combined water and wastewater systems as the City’s historic financial reports do not distinguish between water and wastewater operations or funds.
Total revenue from charges for services increased nearly 14% from 2015 – 2020. This
change is due to a combination of growth and annual cumulative rate increases of 11%.
Other miscellaneous operating revenue increased by 6% over the six-year period,
remaining fairly level at an average of $646,000 from 2016-2020. This revenue source
is largely comprised of hydrant rentals, wastewater permit fees and space/facility
leases.
Cash operating expenses (excluding depreciation and amortization) increased by 57%
from 2015 - 2020, or approximately 11% per year. Including depreciation and
amortization, the City’s cash operating expenses increased nearly 41% over the same
period.
The operating ratio provides a means of evaluating the City’s self-sufficiency as an
enterprise fund, measuring the ability of annual operating revenues to cover annual
Summary of Historical Financial Performance 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Operating RevenuesCharges for Services 9,999,651$ 10,114,866$ 10,391,233$ 10,784,392$ 10,954,710$ 11,374,058$
Licenses and Permits - - - 22,300 14,262 5,100
Miscellaneous Revenue 598,303 635,446 664,832 636,801 657,918 635,509
Total Operating Revenues 10,597,954$ 10,750,312$ 11,056,065$ 11,443,493$ 11,626,890$ 12,014,667$
Operating ExpensesCash Operating Expenses 5,367,110$ 5,002,778$ 5,467,221$ 6,989,490$ 8,894,051$ 8,431,194$ Depreciation & Amortization 2,360,114 2,437,968 2,403,898 2,372,363 2,430,885 2,449,428
Total Operating Expenses 7,727,224$ 7,440,746$ 7,871,119$ 9,361,853$ 11,324,936$ 10,880,622$
Operating Income (Loss)2,870,730$ 3,309,566$ 3,184,946$ 2,081,640$ 301,954$ 1,134,045$
Nonoperating Revenues (Expenses)
Interest and Other Earnings 148,103$ 146,687$ 129,770$ 106,223$ 61,133$ 38,128$
Insurance Recoveries 13,014 75,630 - - 199,832 -
Intergovernmental Revenue - - - 8,110 -
Intergovernmental Payments (50,000) (61,961) (61,961) (61,961) (62,854) (11,961) Debt Service Interest Expense (428,615) (360,941) (326,666) (289,457) (261,805) (171,642) Miscellaneous Revenue 81,605 285,746 6,824 164,750 127,911 240,927
Miscellaneous Expense - - - - - -
Gain/Loss on Disposition of Assets - - - 140 (487,575) - Total Nonoperating Revenues (Expenses)(235,893)$ 85,161$ (252,033)$ (72,195)$ (423,358)$ 95,452$
Income (Loss) Before Contributions 2,634,837$ 3,394,727$ 2,932,913$ 2,009,445$ (121,404)$ 1,229,497$
Capital Contributions 130,996 859,836 225,707 795,109 325,913 1,015,103
Change in Net Assets 2,765,833$ 4,254,563$ 3,158,620$ 2,804,554$ 204,509$ 2,244,600$
Total Net Assets - January 1 76,140,655 76,252,965 80,507,528 83,666,148 86,470,702 87,630,609
Change in Accounting Principle - GASB 68 (2,653,523) - - - - -
Total Net Assets - December 31 76,252,965$ 80,507,528$ 83,666,148$ 86,470,702$ 86,675,211$ 89,875,209$
Operating Ratio
Excluding Depreciation 1.97 2.15 2.02 1.64 1.31 1.43
Including Depreciation 1.37 1.44 1.40 1.22 1.03 1.10
Current Ratio 6.73 6.67 8.89 9.16 7.53 6.24Days of Cash On Hand 390 606 684 688 486 476
Debt Service Coverage Ratio 4.13 4.27 3.88 3.15 2.96 2.91
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operating costs. A ratio of 1.0 indicates that the City is collecting exactly enough revenue
to pay for its operating costs; based purely on cash operating expenses, the City’s
operating ratio has varied from 1.31 to 2.15 for the historical period. Including
depreciation expense in this calculation provides insight as to whether the City is
charging customers enough to fund the replacement of assets in addition to daily
operating costs – the City’s operating ratio including depreciation has varied from 1.03
to 1.44 over the past six years. Table 8.1 indicates that the City was able to cover cash
operating expenses and fully fund depreciation expenses for all years.
The current ratio is a measure of short-term liquidity or the City's ability to pay its current
bills – it is calculated by dividing unrestricted current assets (excluding inventories and
prepaid items) by current liabilities. A ratio of 1.0 indicates that the utility has exactly
enough to pay its bills; higher values are desirable as they suggest an ability to pay
large or unanticipated bills. The City has attained current ratios varying from 6.24 to
9.16 during this time period, suggesting that the City has ample capacity to meet its
short-term financial obligations.
Days of cash on hand is a measure of financial security, quantifying how long the City
would be able to fund daily operating and maintenance costs if it received no additional
revenue. It is calculated by dividing unrestricted cash and investments by the average
daily cost of operations (excluding depreciation). While there is no minimum standard
for this metric, bond rating agencies have recently expressed a preference for a
minimum of 180 days of cash on hand for utilities seeking the highest bond ratings. The
City has been able to maintain well above 180 days of cash on hand for the entire
historical period (range of 390 to 688 days).
The debt service coverage ratio measures the amount of cash flow available to meet
principal and interest payments. Typically, revenue bond debt service coverage
generally requires a minimum factor of 1.25 during the life of the loans. This ratio is
calculated by dividing cash or net operating income (operating revenues less operating
expenses) by annual revenue bond debt service. The debt service coverage ratio for all
outstanding revenue bond debt ranged from a high of 4.27 to a low of 2.96. The City
has a practice of targeting a higher debt service coverage ratio of 1.50. The fact that
this ratio has sustained levels higher than the covenant minimum target of 1.25 indicates
a stable capacity for new debt and will likely result in favorable terms when entering the
bond market.
8.3. CURRENT FINANCIAL STRUCTURE
The City’s wastewater utility is responsible for funding all of its related costs through user fees on a stand-
alone basis. It does not depend on general tax revenues or general fund resources. Unlike the combined
financials, the financial plan developed as part of this GSP separates the specific revenues and expenses
for the wastewater utility for an independent evaluation. Where revenue or expenses are combined (e.g.
certain miscellaneous revenue and fund balances), they have been split 50% to the wastewater utility and
the remaining 50% to the water utility. The primary source of funding for the wastewater utility is derived
from ongoing user charges for service, with additional revenues coming from facilities leases, permit fees,
system development fees and other miscellaneous fees. The City controls the level of user charges by
ordinance, and subject to statutory authority, can adjust user charges as needed to meet financial
objectives.
8.3.1. Financial Plan
This section summarizes the current financial structure used as the baseline for the capital financing strategy and financial forecast developed for this GSP.
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The financial plan can only provide a qualified assurance of financial feasibility if it considers the total system costs of providing wastewater services, both operating and capital. To meet these objectives, the following two elements have been completed.
Capital Funding Plan
Identifies the total CIP obligations of the GSP planning period. The plan defines a strategy
for funding the CIP, including an analysis of available resources from rate revenues, existing
reserves, system development Charges (SDCs), debt financing, and any special resources
that may be readily available (e.g., grants, developer contributions, etc.). The capital funding
plan impacts the financial plan through the use of debt financing (resulting in annual debt
service) and the assumed rate revenue resources available for capital funding.
Financial Forecast
Identifies future annual non-capital costs associated with the operating, maintenance and
administration of the wastewater system. Included in the financial plan is a reserve analysis
that forecasts cash flow and fund balance activity along with testing for satisfaction of actual or recommended minimum fund balance policies. The financial plan ultimately evaluates the
sufficiency of utility revenues in meeting all obligations, including cash uses such as
operating expenses, debt service, capital outlays, and reserve contributions, as well as any
coverage requirements associated with long-term debt, and identifies the future adjustments
required to fully fund all utility obligations in the projection period.
Outstanding Covenants
There are a number of outstanding covenants throughout the City representing funds that
are owed to the City. These funds are not included in this financial plan nor should be viewed
as guaranteed income, however, are mentioned here for future consideration.
8.3.2. Capital Funding Plan
The CIP developed for this GSP identifies $49.2 million in project costs. The projects over the shorter term 2023-2026 planning period which covers the current in progress capital and the projects listed as Priority 1 total $22.2 million. The remaining capital spanning the 2027 – 2042 period include Priority 2 capital totaling $26.9 million. The GSP also lists Priority 3 capital of $83.9 million that are developer driven and will be scheduled as needed. The City should consider carefully how to implement impact fees and system development charges to meet the goal of generating revenue for projects designated as developer driven. The full 20-year capital plan totals $121.6 million in 2023 dollars.
The capital funding plan must consider the cash funding needs during the year of planned construction requiring that the current CIP which is stated in 2023 dollars be escalated annually to the year of planned construction for financial projections. The capital funding plan has only considered the in progress projects, Priority 1, and Priority 2 projects. The updated CIP funding needs increase to $64.3 million in project costs ($23.6 million in 2023-2026 and $40.7 million during 2027-2042). The CIP consists of lift station projects, main extensions, improvements, replacements and upgrade projects.
A summary of the 20-year CIP is shown in Table 8.2. As shown, each year has varied capital cost obligations depending on construction schedules and infrastructure planning needs. Approximately 45% of the capital costs are included in the 2023 - 2026 planning period. The Northshore lift station, Peninsula lift sewer repair, COF raw water upgrade, Wheeler lift station upgrade of pumps & controls and the Westshore drive gravity main extension account for nearly 80% of the near-term CIP. The Priority 2 projects are spread evenly across the 2027 - 2042 time horizon, specific project execution will be planned as funds are accumulated and available. Table 8.2 provides the detail project listing of the 2023-2042 CIP.
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TABLE 8.2 – 20 YEAR CIP
CIP Summary 2023-2042
Description 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027-2042 Total
In Progress
Northshore Lift Station 2,075,000$ 32,100$ -$ -$ -$ 2,107,100$
Comprehensive Wastewater System Plan 65,000 15,900 - - - 80,900
Westshore Biofilter 279,000 - - - - 279,000
2022 Sand Dunes WWTF Biofuser 300,000 - - - - 300,000
Peninsula Lift Sewer Repair 40,000 10,000 2,676,000 - - 2,726,000
Larson Sedimentation Pond Rehabilitation 150,000 - - - - 150,000
Division Lift Station Upgrade 35,000 790,000 790,000 - - 1,615,000
COF Valve Replacement 86,000 214,000 - - - 300,000
Biosolids Land Application 200,000 - - - - 200,000
COF Raw Waste Upgrade 75,000 3,645,000 - - - 3,720,000
Redundant WW Forcemain Lake Crossing (design only)- 25,000 25,000 - - 50,000
Priority 1
Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps & Controls - - 2,244,000 - - 2,244,000
Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension - - - 1,363,000 - 1,363,000
Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension 15,000 35,000 6,266,000 - - 6,316,000
Larson Wastewater Treatment Master Plan - - 95,000 - - 95,000
Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Master Plan - - 95,000 - - 95,000
Priority 2
New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main - - - - 2,387,000 2,387,000
New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main - - - - 1,097,000 1,097,000
24" COF Force Main - - - - 20,640,000 20,640,000
City-wide LS Safety Upgrades - - - - 260,000 260,000
Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades - - - - 883,000 883,000
Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle, Larson LS - - - - 882,000 882,000
New Generator for Larson LS - - - - 498,000 498,000
Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement - - - - 234,000 234,000
- - - - - -
Total (2023 Dollars)3,320,000$ 4,767,000$ 12,191,000$ 1,363,000$ 26,881,000$ 48,522,000$
Total (Escalated Dollars)3,320,000 4,957,665 13,734,008 1,549,677 40,716,259 64,277,610
Priority 3 Projects (Developer Funded)40,548,000$
Total Priority 1, 2, 3 Projects 77,542,000$
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8.3.3. Capital Financing Strategy
An ideal capital funding strategy would include the use of grants and low-cost loans when debt issuance is required. Building a financial program relying on assumptions of being awarded scarce grants or access to low interest loans should be limited as these resources are very limited and competitive in nature and do not provide a reliable source of funding for planning purposes. The City should pursue these funding avenues but assume bond financing to meet needs for which the City’s available cash resources are insufficient. Revenue bonds have been used as the debt funding instrument in this analysis. The capital financing strategy developed to fund the CIP identified in this GSP assumes the following funding resources:
Accumulated capital cash reserves;
Annual revenue collected from system development charges (SDC);
Annual transfers of excess cash (over minimum balance targets) from the Operating
Fund, if any;
Interest earning on capital fund balances and other miscellaneous capital resources;
Revenue bond financing.
Table 8.3 presents the initial 10-year capital financing strategy for the capital costs during the year of construction. The capital funding plan identifies 58% of cash funding for capital, which includes System Development Charge revenue, rate funding and capital fund balances. It is assumed that revenue bonds will cover the remaining 42% of capital costs. The City will continue applying for available low interest loans for eligible projects.
TABLE 8.3 INITIAL CAPITAL FINANCING STRATEGY
The initial $3.7 million transfer from the operating fund in 2023 relates to moving all available funds from
the operating reserve once the 90-day operating policy target has been met.
8.4. FINANCIAL FORECAST
The primary goal of the financial forecast is to develop a multi-year rate strategy that generates enough
revenue to cover the City’s operating costs and execute the capital program identified in the GSP. This
study focuses on defining the amount of revenue needed to meet the system’s financial obligations
including:
Operation and maintenance costs
Administrative and overhead costs
Policy-based needs (e.g., reserve funding)
Capital costs
Capital Financing Plan 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 - 2032
Beginning Balance 2,739,675$ 3,369,195$ 15,093,761$ 2,933,865$ 10,507,663$
plus: Interest Earnings 13,698 25,269 150,938 29,339 105,077
plus: System Development Charges 211,500 203,272 208,151 213,146 1,390,705
plus: Transfers from Operating Fund 3,724,321 453,690 603,409 834,055 11,116,840
plus: Revenue Bond Proceeds - 16,000,000 - - -
Total Capital Funding Resources 6,689,195 20,051,426 16,056,258 4,010,405 23,120,285
less: Capital Expenditures (3,320,000) (4,957,665) (13,122,392) (1,518,483) (12,717,434) Ending Balance 3,369,195$ 15,093,761$ 2,933,865$ 2,491,922$ 10,402,851$
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Existing/new debt service obligations
As the City operates as an enterprise, it relies on revenue from its wastewater rates (as opposed to taxes
or other external resources) to cover the expenses outlined above. The financial forecast evaluates the
financial viability of the City’s ability to fund its capital improvement program (CIP), the corresponding capital
facility elements of the general comprehensive plan, and other financial needs while maintaining affordable
wastewater rates. It is a comprehensive analysis that includes both operating and capital elements:
The revenue requirement analysis determines the amount of revenue necessary to fund the
ongoing operation, maintenance, and administration of the utility on an annual basis, focusing
specifically on the needs funded from operating revenues. It includes a framework of fiscal
policies intended to promote long-term financial stability and viability.
The capital funding plan develops a funding strategy for the CIP that considers rate revenues,
existing reserves, system development charges, debt financing, and any other anticipated
resources (e.g., grants, developer contributions, etc.). It can impact the revenue requirement
analysis through the use of debt financing (resulting in annual debt service) and capital funding
embedded in rates.
8.4.1. Fiscal Policies
The City of Moses Lake maintains a fund structure and implements financial policies that target management of a financially viable and fiscally responsible enterprise fund utility.
In developing the financial plan underlying the recommended rate structures, the City has assumed the attainment of certain recommended fiscal policies. The purpose of establishing fiscal policies for the City’s wastewater utility is to promote the financial integrity and stability of the utility and help ensure the sustainability of essential utility services. A brief summary of the key financial policies employed by the City, as well as future considerations are discussed below.
8.4.2. Minimum Fund Balances
Operating reserves are designed to provide a liquidity cushion to ensure that adequate cash working capital will be maintained to deal with significant cash balance fluctuations, such as seasonal fluctuations in billings and receipts, unanticipated cash expenses, or lower than expected revenue collections. The City’s current policy is to maintain a minimum balance in the Operating Fund equal to 90 days of O&M (approximately 25%), ranging from nearly $1.0 million in 2023 to $1.4 million in 2032.
A capital contingency reserve is an amount of cash set aside in case of an emergency should a piece of equipment or a portion of the utility’s infrastructure fail unexpectedly. The reserve also could be used for other unanticipated capital needs including capital project cost overruns. Industry practice ranges from maintaining a balance equal to 1 to 2% of fixed assets, an amount equal to a 5-year rolling average of CIP costs, or an amount determined sufficient to fund an equipment failure (other than catastrophic failure). The final target level should balance industry practice with the risk level of the City. The City does not have a formal policy for cash reserves in the Capital Fund; referencing industry practice a target of 1.0% of existing asset value would set a target ranging from $800,000 to $1.1 million increasing with annual asset additions. For a complete description of the City's financial policies see the City's "Financial Management Policy and Stewardship of Public Funds" document.
8.4.3. Rate Funded System Reinvestment
The purpose of system reinvestment funding is to provide for the replacement of aging system
facilities to ensure sustainability of the system for ongoing operation. Each year, the utility’s assets lose value, and as they lose value, they are moving toward eventual replacement. That accumulating
loss in value and future liability is measured for reporting purposes through annual depreciation expense, which is based on the original cost of the asset. While this reported expense reflects the
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consumption of the existing asset and its original investment, the replacement of that asset will likely cost much more, factoring in inflation and construction conditions. Therefore, the added annual replacement liability is even greater than the annual depreciation expenses.
System reinvestment funding policies generate cash through rates above operating expenses and
debt service to provide a source of funding for capital needs. There are a variety of potential benchmarks for annual system reinvestment, including:
Reported depreciation expense, generally based on the original cost of assets
Estimated replacement-cost depreciation expense, which recognizes that replacing
infrastructure in the future will likely cost more than the original installation costs
Annual contributions based on anticipated replacement needs, as defined in an asset
management plan
The City has historically funded annual system reinvestment based on the availability of funds. The wastewater utility’s year end 2021 annual depreciation expense was reported at $1.4 million. The
financial plan indicates the City is able to fund near depreciation expense at an annual average of $1.4 million for the initial 10-year period of the plan.
8.4.4. Debt Management
It is prudent to consider policies related to debt management as part of broader utility financial policy structure. Debt management policies should be evaluated and formalized, including level of acceptable outstanding debt, debt repayment, bond coverage and total debt coverage targets. The City’s existing bond covenants require a 1.25 debt coverage ratio. The City has an internal target of 1.50.
8.5. FINANCIAL FORECAST
The financial forecast is based on budget 2022 and 2023 documents. Various other key factors and
assumptions are used to develop a complete portrayal of the wastewater utility’s annual financial
obligations. The following is a list of the key revenue and expense factors and assumptions used to develop
the financial forecast.
Revenue – The City has two general revenue sources: revenue from charges for service (rate
revenue) and miscellaneous (non-rate) revenue. In the event of a forecasted annual shortfall,
rate revenue can be increased to meet the annual revenue requirement.
o Rate revenue for 2023 was calculated using budget 2022 plus the 5.0% approved rate increase for 2023. Future year revenue projections apply annual growth developed as part of this GSP. o Non-rate revenue consists of a share of the operations complex rent, sewer connection revenue and other miscellaneous operating revenue. No escalation was applied to these revenue sources. o System development charges (SDC)– based on the projected growth of this GSP, the SDC will generate between $211,500 and $245,700 per year. This equates to an average of 248 new customer connections per year. The City currently charges all new wastewater connections an SDC of $898.80 for a 3/4” meter connection increasing with the size of the meter.
Growth – rate revenues were escalated based on 2.4% growth per year consistent with the 2021
City Comprehensive plan.
Expenses – O&M expense projections are based on the 2023 budget and are forecast to increase
annually with general cost inflation of 3.0-4.0%, labor cost inflation of 4.0%, benefits cost inflation
of 3.50% and construction cost inflation of 4.0% in 2024 decreasing to 3.5% thereafter.
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Excise tax projections are calculated based on forecasted revenue and prevailing collection utility
tax rate (3.852%) and business & occupation tax rates (1.75%). The City’s tax worksheet
indicated 44.05% of sewer service revenue is taxable at the collection tax rate. Per the Revised
Code of Washington 35.92.460 Utility Fee or Tax the City’s water, sewer and garbage rates
include a 10.0% utility Excise Tax per year.
Existing Debt – the City currently has a total of two debt obligations in its wastewater utility. The
debt consists of:
o Two (2) bonds – a 2004 water/sewer revenue bond and a 2015 General Obligation bond. The wastewater portion of the annual debt service for the two debt issues is 50%. Total annual obligations range from a high of $650,000 to a low of $38,100 as the debt runs closer to maturity. Both bonds will mature in 2024 and 2036, respectively.
Future Debt – the capital financial strategy developed for this GSP forecasts the need to issue
new debt in the amount of $16.0 million in 2024 to execute the $36.3 million in capital scheduled
during 2023 - 2032.
Revenue Bond Assumptions – the forecast assumes a revenue bond interest rate of 5.0%, an
issuance cost of 1.0% and a term of 20 years. Based on these assumptions the new annual debt
service will range from $879,300 in 2024 with an interest only payment up to $1.46 million in 2025
as the full principal and interest payments begin.
Transfers to Capital – any operating fund balance above the minimum requirement is assumed
to be available to fund capital projects and is projected to be transferred to the capital fund.
Table 8.4 summarizes the annual revenue requirement based on the forecast of revenues, expenditures,
fund balances and fiscal policies. It should be noted that the table summarizes the consecutive years of
2023-2028 and skips to year 2032 to show the results at year 10.
TABLE 8.4 REVENUE REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
The financial forecast indicates at existing rate levels the utility has an operating revenue surplus in 2023
of $1.4 million. The surplus decreases in 2024 as new debt service is added to help fund the capital
improvement plan contained in the GSP. A revenue deficiency results in 2025 and beyond as full principal
and interest payments are due on the new debt and inflation continues to outpace annual growth in revenue.
The deficiency increases from $21,500 in 2025 to $103,100 by 2032. To resolve the deficiency an 8.0%
increase is needed in 2024 followed by 3.5% annual increases from 2025-2028, reducing to 2.5%
thereafter.
Revenue Requirements 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2032
Revenue
Rate Revenues at 2022 Rates 5,596,707$ 5,731,028$ 5,868,572$ 6,009,418$ 6,153,644$ 6,301,332$ 6,928,387$ Other Operating Revenue 352,692 345,052 156,362 156,760 157,157 157,570 159,377
Total Revenues 5,949,399$ 6,076,080$ 6,024,934$ 6,166,178$ 6,310,802$ 6,458,902$ 7,087,765$
ExpensesCash Operating Expenses 3,914,955$ 4,409,658$ 4,553,323$ 4,705,661$ 4,863,205$ 5,026,138$ 5,735,616$
Existing Debt Service 649,583 652,217 37,867 38,133 - - -
New Debt Service - 879,355 1,455,245 1,455,245 1,455,245 1,455,245 1,455,245
System Reinvestment - - - - - - -
Total Expenses 4,564,538$ 5,941,230$ 6,046,435$ 6,199,039$ 6,318,451$ 6,481,383$ 7,190,861$
Net Operating Cash Flow 1,384,861$ 134,850$ (21,501)$ (32,862)$ (7,649)$ (22,482)$ (103,096)$
Annual Rate Adjustment 0.00% 8.00% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50%
After Rate Increases
Net Operating Cash Flow 1,384,861$ 575,672$ 643,188$ 873,829$ 1,160,380$ 1,427,493$ 2,709,084$
Debt Service Coverage 3.48 1.53 1.67 1.75 1.96 2.15 3.04
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It is important to note table 8-4 contains a rate strategy to fully fund and execute the capital program as
scheduled and identified in this GSP. The rate strategy contained herein will inform final rates reviewed
and approved by the City Council. Title 13 Water, Sewer and Public Utilities of the City’s Municipal Code
contains section 13.12.030 Residential Sewer Rates, 13.12.035 Duplex Sewer Rates and 13.12.040
Commercial Sewer Rates stating rates will be assessed in accordance with the adopted fee schedule.
8.6. ADDITIONAL OPERATION COST CONSIDERATIONS
It should be noted that the operational costs discussed in the previous section did not include any forecasts
of additional staff for the life of this general sewer plan. When the City develops their operation and
maintenance manual for submission to Ecology, the City will need to conduct a staffing analysis for the
sewer utility that will need to identify what additional staff will be needed as capital improvements discussed
in the GSP are completed. The Operation and Maintenance manual will also need to update this financial
analysis to forecast operation and maintenance expenses including additional staff needs.
8.7. PROPOSED RATE STRATEGY
It is the City’s practice to approve annual rate increases informed by the CPI All-Urban Consumers – West
Index. The proposed rate strategy imposes a 5.0% annual maximum. Table 8.5 compares the proposed
2024-2028 rate strategy to the 3.0% historical policy practice. The additional rate increase is 2.0% in 2024
through 2028, before dropping to the 3.0% historical average policy induced increases in 2029 and beyond.
TABLE 8.5 PROPOSED RATE STRATEGY
Limiting the rate adjustment in any given year to a maximum of 5.0% requires adjustments to the GSP
financial plan.
New debt would be reduced from $16.0 million to $14.5 million in 2024 as the 5.0% increase can
only support a lower debt issue and meet the 1.50 City debt service coverage minimum.
Capital fund balances remain positive but trend lower due to a lower initial rate increase and a
smaller debt issue. Balances rebound to target in 2031.
The City will continue to actively monitor fund balances and can alleviate the low fund balances by delaying
certain CIP expenditures in any given year.
8.7.1. Funds and Reserves
Separate accounting is provided for utility restricted and unrestricted cash reserves. Restricted reserves typically include funds set aside as part of revenue bond covenants and cannot be used for purposes other than financial payment on outstanding revenue bond debt obligations. Unrestricted cash is maintained in the operating and capital funds. As noted in the Past Financial Performance section of this chapter, the water and wastewater fund balances are combined. For the wastewater financial plan, the fund balances have been split 50% to wastewater and 50% to water to evaluate the wastewater utility independently.
Table 8.6 shows a summary of the projected wastewater operating and capital fund ending balances through 2032 contained in the financial plan. The operating fund has the only formal policy set at 90 days of O&M (approximately 25%). The capital fund target balance is a soft target set at 1.0% of
Actual
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032Wastewater Rate AdjustmentsHistorical Assumed Policy Based Increase 5.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Additional Proposed Increase 0.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Total Annual Increase 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Projected
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original cost asset value. The capital fund target does not drive the rate increases proposed, rather the minimum fund balance is achieved over time. The combined target ranges from $1.7 million to $2.6 million for the 10-year time period. The 90-day operating balance is maintained in all years of the financial plan. The capital balance dips below the target in 2025 – 2030 influenced by the capital funding schedule, however, recovers to above target levels in 2031.
TABLE 8.6 PROJECTED OPERATING AND CAPITAL FUND ENDING BALANCES
8.7.2. Current Rates
The sewer rate structure consists of a fixed charge and a consumption charge. The City currently has four main rate classes, which are the Single Family Residential, Multi-Family, Commercial and Industrial. Specific rates are as follows:
The Single Family Residential class is charged only a fixed sewer charge per month.
The duplex rate is twice the single family rate.
Multi-Family also only has a fixed sewer charge per month. This rate is based on each
dwelling unit rather than each account.
The commercial/Industrial classes have both a fixed charge and consumption charge
per 100 cubic feet of water consumed on the premise.
An outside city rate surcharge of 25% is assessed for sewer service furnished outside
the city limits with the exception of the area formerly known as the Larson Air Base that
has a surcharge of 8% (municipal code 13.12.050). The current 2023 sewer charges
as presented in the City’s Fee Schedule and adopted by Resolution 3923 & 3927 are
detailed below.
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2032
Ending Fund Balances
Operating Fund 965,331$ 1,087,313$ 1,127,092$ 1,166,866$ 1,208,103$ 1,250,860$ 1,438,300$
Capital Fund 3,369,195 15,093,761 2,933,865 2,491,922 1,912,698 1,530,559 2,387,110
Total Ending Fund Balances 4,334,526$ 16,181,073$ 4,060,957$ 3,658,789$ 3,120,801$ 2,781,419$ 3,825,410$
Minimum Target Balances
Operating Target (90 days)965,331$ 1,087,313$ 1,127,092$ 1,166,866$ 1,208,103$ 1,250,860$ 1,438,300$
Capital Target (1% of asset value)799,038 848,614 979,838 995,023 1,014,438 1,034,533 1,122,197
Combined Minimum Target Balance 1,764,369$ 1,935,927$ 2,106,930$ 2,161,889$ 2,222,542$ 2,285,394$ 2,560,497$
Ending Cash Balance Summary
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TABLE 8.7 GSP FINANCIAL PLAN RATES
8.7.3. Proposed Rates
The Financial Plan rate impacts were applied across-the-board, meaning the fixed monthly charge
and the consumption rates were increased by the overall rate increase shown. No structural changes were made to the rate structure as part of this GSP. The city may consider adding new rate categories
in the future. For example, ADU's, and differing forms of multi-family, commercial, and industrial rate categories.
Table 8.8 shows the rate impacts based on the proposed rate strategy for the 2024-2032 planning period. The current fixed monthly single family residential monthly bill is $39.89. The monthly bill
increases annually to $57.29 by 2032 or $17.40 over the current rate. This equates to an average annual increase of $1.93 per month.
TABLE 8.8 PROJECTED ANNUAL RATE INCREASES
8.8. AFFORDABILITY
A key objective of this chapter is to evaluate the City’s ability to execute the capital improvement plan while
maintaining affordable sewer rates. While the term “affordable” is relatively subjective in its definition,
agencies that offer low-cost loans to utilities often use an “affordability index” based on median household
income to define a threshold beyond which utility rates impose financial hardship on ratepayers. The
benchmark most often used in this evaluation is 2.0% of the median household income in the relevant
demographic area. The median household income for the City in the 2016-2020 United State Census
Bureau Quick Facts was $60,136. The figures were escalated annually based on the Consumer Price Index
Adopted
2023
Annual Rate Increase
Fixed Sewer Charge (per month)
Single Family Residential 39.89$
Duplex 79.79$
Multi-Family (per unit)11.26$
Commercial 42.80$
Industrial 48.14$
Consumption Charge (per 100 cubic feet)
Comercial 1.91$
Industrial 2.11$
Sewer Rate Schedule
Adopted Projected2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032
Annual Rate Increase 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Fixed Sewer Charge (per month)
Single Family Residential 39.89$ 41.88$ 43.97$ 46.17$ 48.48$ 50.90$ 52.43$ 54.00$ 55.62$ 57.29$
Duplex 79.79$ 83.78$ 87.97$ 92.37$ 96.99$ 101.84$ 104.90$ 108.05$ 111.29$ 114.63$
Multi-Family (per unit)11.26$ 11.82$ 12.41$ 13.03$ 13.68$ 14.36$ 14.79$ 15.23$ 15.69$ 16.16$ Commercial 42.80$ 44.94$ 47.19$ 49.55$ 52.03$ 54.63$ 56.27$ 57.96$ 59.70$ 61.49$ Industrial 48.14$ 50.55$ 53.08$ 55.73$ 58.52$ 61.45$ 63.29$ 65.19$ 67.15$ 69.16$
Consumption Charge -
(per 100 cubic feet)
Comercial 1.91$ 2.01$ 2.11$ 2.22$ 2.33$ 2.45$ 2.52$ 2.60$ 2.68$ 2.76$ Industrial 2.11$ 2.22$ 2.33$ 2.45$ 2.57$ 2.70$ 2.78$ 2.86$ 2.95$ 3.04$
Sewer Rate Schedule
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All Urban Consumer Group (CPI-U) ten-year average of 2.70% (2011-2020). The most recent years of
2021 and 2022 were removed due to higher than average inflation rates experienced. Table 8.9 presents
the City’s rates with the projected annual rate increases for the forecast period, tested against the 2.0%
affordability threshold.
TABLE 8.9 PROJECTED ANNUAL RATE INCREASES FOR THE CITY
The City’s rates are forecasted to range between 0.73 to 0.83% for the 2023 and 2032 time period,
suggesting that the City’s rates are and will remain within the affordability threshold.
8.9. CONCLUSION
The results of this analysis indicate that rate increases are necessary to support the ongoing capital
improvement program identified in this GSP and to fund the operating cost increases as inflation begins to
outpace growth. Needed rate increases to fund the GSP capital program as stated and meet all fiscal policy
targets require an 8.0% increase in 2024 followed by 3.5% increases in 2025-2031, before dropping to
2.5% annually thereafter. The proposed rate strategy for City Council consideration is a 5.0% maximum
increase in any given year. The annual 5.0% rate increase would be needed in 2024 through 2028 before
decreasing to 3.0% in 2029 and thereafter. This alternative strategy supports less debt funding and holding
lower capital reserve balances until 2031 when capital balances recover to above target levels.
It is important to note that the analysis performed in this chapter relies on a number of assumptions including
inflation rates, growth rates, future revenues, and future expenses. It is the City’s practice to assess the
need for rate increases annually. By doing this, the City can adapt to changing economic and financial
conditions and provide for continued financial viability while maintaining affordable rates.
Adopted
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032
Single Family Mo. Bill (flat rate)39.89$ 41.88$ 43.97$ 46.17$ 48.48$ 50.90$ 52.43$ 54.00$ 55.62$ 57.29$
Median HH Income 63,427$ 65,140$ 66,898$ 68,705$ 70,560$ 72,465$ 74,421$ 76,431$ 78,494$ 80,614$ 82,790$
Monthly Income 5,428$ 5,575$ 5,725$ 5,880$ 6,039$ 6,202$ 6,369$ 6,541$ 6,718$ 6,899$
Percent of Mo. Income 0.73% 0.75% 0.77% 0.79% 0.80% 0.82% 0.82% 0.83% 0.83% 0.83%
Projected
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February 2024
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March 2022
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March 2022
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February 2024
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ST ATE ENVIRONMENT AL POLICY ACT
Determination of NonSignificance
May 17, 2024
Lead Agency: City of Moses Lake
Agency Contact: Amy Harris, aharris@cityofml.com 509.7ei4.3747
Agency File Number: PLN2024-0045 Moses Lake Sewer General Plan Update/ Non-project Action.
Description of proposal: The City of Moses Lake has contracted with Keller Associates to provide planning
services for the City's General Sewer Plan. The general sewer plan builds on previous planning efforts while
updating outdated information and including recent improvements/development projects. The hydraulic model
flags areas with capacity issues which can be prioritized to create a Capital Improvement Plan.
Location of proposal -The City Moses Lake, WA 98837, Grant County, WA
Applicant: Richard Law, P.0. Box 1579 Moses Lake, WA 98837,509-764-3782, rlaw@cityofml.com
The City of Moses Lake has determined that this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse
impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (ELS) is not required under RCW
43.21C.030(2)(c). We have reviewed the attached Environmental Checklist. This information is
available at: www.cityofml.com
This determination is based on the following findings and conclusions: This project falls in the
parameters for exemption under WAC 197-11-355. This is a legislative decision for the Adoption of
Comprehensive Plan and any Plan amendments.
This DNS is issped under WQ 197-11 -340(2) and the comment period ended on January 31, 2024
Appeals:
This DNS may be appealed pursuant to the requirements of the Moses Lake Municipal Code Chapter
I 4.06. The I 4-day appeal period commences on the date following the issuance of this DNS. Any
appeal must be addressed to the Hearing Examiner, accompanied by a filing fee pursuant to the
adopted fee schedule, and be filed in writing at the Community Development Department, 321 S.
Balsam Street, PO Box 1579, Moses Lake, WA. The appeal must contain the items set forth in Moses
Lake Municipal Code section 14.06.070.
Please note that failure to file a timely and compete appeal including the required items shall constitute
waiver of all rights to an administrative appeal under City code.
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Notice of Application and Preliminary SEPA Decision
Date of Notice: April 8, 2024
Project Name: Moses Lake General Sewer Plan
Physical Address of Property: The City of Moses Lake Limits and Urban Growth Area
Moses Lake, Washington, 98837
Applicant Contact: Mark Beaulieu (509.764.3776)
Mailing Address (Applicant): P.O. Box 1579
Moses Lake, Washington, 98837
File Number: PLN2024-0045
Date of Application Submitted: March 25, 2024
Date of Notice of Completion: April 5, 2024
Comment Due Date: April 22, 2024
Project Location: The City of Moses Lake Limits and Urban Growth Area
Moses Lake, Washington, 98837
Project Description: The City of Moses Lake has contracted with Keller Associates to provide planning
services for the City’s General Sewer Plan. The general sewer plan builds on previous planning efforts
while updating outdated information and including recent improvements/development projects. The
hydraulic model flags areas with capacity issues which can be prioritized to create a Capital Improvement
Plan.
Required Studies: None
Required/Existing Environmental Documents: The applicant has submitted a completed SEPA Checklist,
a Custom Soil Resource Report for Grant County, Washington.
Preliminary Determination of Consistency: Pursuant to WAC 197-11-158, the City will regulate
impacts and other local, state, and federal laws or rules. These laws and rules should provide adequate
analysis of the impacts of this project.
Required Permits: Approval from the Department of Ecology.
Public Comment/Review/Appeals: The public and other agencies with jurisdiction are encouraged to
review and comment on the proposed project and its probable impacts. The comment period ends April
22, 2024.
For more information, contact the project planner at the City of Moses Lake, Community Development
Department. Submit written comments to Amy Harris, by phone at (509)764-3747, e-mail at
aharris@cityofml.com or by mail at City of Moses Lake, Community
Development Department, 321 S. Balsam, P.O. Box 1579, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Copies of the
information related to this application are available for review at no charge.
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SEPA1 Environmental Checklist
Purpose of checklist
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization, or
compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact
statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for applicants
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer
each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an
agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or “does not apply”
only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach
or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions
often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time
or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its
environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or
provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact.
Instructions for lead agencies
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the
existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist
is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate
threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the
completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts
of sections A and B, plus the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (Part D). Please completely answer all
questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as
"proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non-
projects) questions in “Part B: Environmental Elements” that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of
the proposal.
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A. Background
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1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Moses Lake General Sewer Plan
2. Name of applicant:
City of Moses Lake
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
P.O. Box 1579
Moses Lake, WA 98837
509.764.3776
4. Date checklist prepared:
March 25, 2024
5. Agency requesting checklist:
Washington State Department of Ecology and City of Moses Lake
6. Proposed timing of schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Not applicable.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
The general sewer plan identifies possible improvements to the City’s sewer system.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
None known.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
None known.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
Department of Ecology approval.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you
to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on
this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information
on project description.)
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The City of Moses Lake has contracted with Keller Associates to provide planning services
for the City’s General Sewer Plan. The general sewer plan builds on previous planning
efforts while updating outdated information and including recent improvement/
development projects. The hydraulic model flags areas with capacity issues which can be
prioritized to create a Capital Improvement Plan.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the
precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section,
township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the
range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and
topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by
the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any
permit applications related to this checklist.
The General Sewer Plan encompasses the City of Moses Lake Limits and Urban Growth Area
(UGA).
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
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a. General description of the site:
Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other:
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
According to the natural resources conservations service, the steepest slope is 35%,
however this is for less than 3% of the service area.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them, and note any
agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal
results in removing any of these soils.
In general, sandy loams and fine sands are found in the area. Around 7,500 acres or
(22.7% of the service area) is Ephrata fine sandy loam and around 4,000 acres (12.2% of
the service area) is Magela gravelly sandy loam.
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d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If
so, describe.
Washington’s Geologic Information Portal (Washington Department of Natural
Resources) provides maps on geologic stability.
It indicates a historical earthquake of magnitude 1 occurring in Range 28E, Section 31, in
1996. No other earthquakes have been recorded within the UGA according to this
mapping database.
Near the UGA boundary there was also a 1.3 magnitude earthquake in R28E, Section 12
in 1981. A 3.3 magnitude earthquake occurred in R28E, section 18 in 2001.
No landslides have been recorded in the project vicinity.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected
area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
None proposed.
f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
No.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
No additional impervious surfaces.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any.
None.
2. Air
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a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction,
operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe
and give approximate quantities if known.
None.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If
so, generally describe.
None.
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
None.
3. Water
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a. Surface:
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1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If
yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it
flows into.
Yes, Moses Lake is a freshwater lake that bisects the UGA.
2. Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
No, this is only a planning project at this time.
3. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None, this is only a planning project at this time.
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site
plan.
Due to the Moses Lake bisecting the UGA boundary, portions of the study area will
be in a Zone A or AE, 100-year flood zone. Actual development will not occur and the
proposal is planning focused.
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If
so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No.
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b. Ground:
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1. Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes?
If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate
quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
This is a planning only project at this time, no changes are proposed to existing
ground water sources.
2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks
or other sources, if any (domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following
chemicals…; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number
of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number
of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
None.
c. Water Runoff (including stormwater):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will
this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
Not applicable.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No.
3. Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the
site? If so, describe.
No.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and
drainage pattern impacts, if any:
None.
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4. Plants
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a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
☒ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
☒ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
☒ shrubs
☒ grass
☒ pasture
☒ crop or grain
☒ orchards, vineyards, or other permanent crops.
☒ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
☒ water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
☒ other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
None.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any.
None.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
There are numerous Class A, B, and C noxious weeds in Grant County according to the
Grant County Weed Board website.
Class A:
Common Crupina
Cordgrass, Common
Cordgrass, Dense-Flowered
Cordgrass, Saltmeadow
Cordgrass, Smooth
Dyer's Woad
Eggleaf Spurge
False Brome
Floating Primrose-Willow
Flowering Rush
French Broom
Garlic Mustard
Giant Hogweed
Goatsrue
Hydrilla
Johnsongrass
Knapweed, Bighead
Knapweed, Vochin
Kudzu
Meadow Clary
Oriental Clematis
Purple Starthistle
Reed Sweetgrass
Ricefield Bulrush
Sage, Clary
Sage, Mediterranean
Silverleaf Nightshade
South American Spongeplant
Spanish Broom
Syrian Beancaper
Texas Blueweed
Thistle, Italian
Thistle, Milk
Thistle, Slenderflower
Thistle, Turkish
Variable-Leaf Milfoil And Hybrids
Wild Four-O'Clock
Small-Flowered Jewelweed
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Class B:
Blueweed
Brazilian Elodea
Dalmatian Toadflax
Eurasian Watermilfoil
European Coltsfoot
Fanwort
Gorse
Ulex europaeus
Hairy Willowherb
Hawkweed Oxtongue
Herb-Robert
Kochia
Bassia scoparia
Lesser Celandine
Malta Starthistle
Ravenna Grass
Scotch Broom
Spurge Flax
Wild Basil/Basil Savory
Bugloss, Annual
Bugloss, Common
Camelthorn
Common Fennel
Common Reed
Common Tansy
Grass-Leaved Arrowhead
Hanging Sedge
Hawkweed, Orange
Hawkweeds: Nonnative
Meadow Subgenus
Hawkweeds: Nonnative Wall
Subgenus
Hoary Alyssum
Houndstongue
Indigobush
Knapweed, Russian
Knapweed, Black
Knapweed, Brown
Knapweed, Diffuse
Knapweed, Meadow
Knapweed, Spotted
Knotweed, Bohemian
Knotweed, Himalayan
Knotweed, Japanese
Knotweed, Giant
Loosestrife, Garden
Loosestrife, Purple
Parrotfeather
Perennial Pepperweed
Poison Hemlock
Policeman’s Helmet
Puncturevine
Rough Chervil
Rush Skeletonweed
Saltcedar
Shiny Geranium
Spurge Laurel
Spurge, Leafy
Spurge, Myrtle
Sulfur Cinquefoil
Tansy Ragwort
Thistle, Scotch
Thistle, Musk
Thistle, Plumeless
Velvetleaf
Water Primrose
White Bryony
Wild Chervil
Yellow Archangel
Yellow Floating Heart
Yellow Nutsedge
Yellow Starthistle
Class C:
Eurasian Watermilfoil Hybrid
Swainsonpea
Black Henbane
Buffalobur
Cereal Rye
Common St. Johnswort
Common Barberry
Common Groundsel
Field Bindweed
Hairy Whitetop
Hoary Cress
Jointed Goatgrass
Longspine Sandbur
Oxeye Daisy
Russian Olive
Scentless Mayweed
Thistle, Canada
Thistle, Bull
White Cockle
Wild Carrot To Exclude
Daucus Carota Subsp. Sativus
(Garden Carrot) Grown
Commercially or for Food
Yellowflag Iris
5. Animals
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a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site.
Examples include:
• Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: See IPaC list
• Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
• Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: catfish, whitefish, perch,
blue gill, crappie, carp
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b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Gray wolf, yellow-billed cuckoo, monarch butterfly.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Yes, Pacific Flyway.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any.
None.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
None.
6. Energy and natural resources
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a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet
the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
None.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If
so, generally describe.
No.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any.
None.
7. Environmental health
Health Find help with answering environmental health questions10
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals,
risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur because of this
proposal? If so, describe.
No.
1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past
uses.
Washington Department of Ecology publishes a web map application with toxic
cleanup sites. Over 40 are listed near Moses Lake. Refer to the map for
type/location.
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2. Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project
development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas
transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity.
None.
3. Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced
during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the
operating life of the project.
None.
4. Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None.
5. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any.
None.
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
None.
2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project
on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation,
other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site)?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
8. Land and shoreline use
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a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect
current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe.
Refer to the Moses like land use map. Actual development will not occur and the
proposal is planning focused.
b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so,
describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance
will be converted to other uses because of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have
not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be
converted to nonfarm or nonforest use?
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There is farmland with the UGA. Actual development will not occur and the proposal is
planning focused.
1. Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land
normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of
pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how?
No, this is a planning project only at this time.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
This is a planning only project at this time.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
This is a planning only project at this time and no zoning classifications will be affected.
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Not applicable.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Refer to shoreline map. Actual development will not occur and the proposal is planning
focused.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so,
specify.
Not applicable. Actual development will not occur and the proposal is planning focused.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, if any.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of
long-term commercial significance, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
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9. Housing
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a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
10. Aesthetics
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a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
N/A, this is a planning project only at this time.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
N/A, this is a planning project only at this time.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
11. Light and glare
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a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
No, this is a planning project only at this time.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
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d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
12. Recreation
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a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
Moses Lake provides many opportunities for recreation including boating, fishing,
swimming, etc. Refer to the Parks and Trails map for location of additional recreational
routes within the UGA. Actual development will not occur and the proposal is planning
focused.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No, this is a planning project only at this time.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
13. Historic and cultural preservation
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a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over
45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation
registers? If so, specifically describe.
Not applicable, this is a planning project only. No development will occur.
b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or
occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material
evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any
professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources.
Not applicable, this is a planning project only. No development will occur.
c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic
resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and
the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys,
historic maps, GIS data, etc.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and
disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may
be required.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
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14. Transportation
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a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
The main arterial through Moses Lake is I-90 east to west and Highway 17 north to
south. There are numerous additional collectors and arterial roads that serve the City.
b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so,
generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit
stop?
Yes, rail and bus are services within the UGA.
c. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets,
pedestrian, bicycle, or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so,
generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
No.
d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or
air transportation? If so, generally describe.
No.
e. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or
proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of
the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What
data or transportation models were used to make these estimates?
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
f. Will the proposal interfere with, affect, or be affected by the movement of agricultural
and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe.
No, this is a planning project only at this time.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
None.
15. Public services
Find help answering public service questions17
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so,
generally describe.
No, this is a planning project only at this time.
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b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
16. Utilities
Find help answering utilities questions18
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse
service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other:
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity
which might be needed.
None, this is a planning project only at this time.
C. Signature
Find help about who should sign19
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the
lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
X
Type name of signee: Stillman Norton
Position and agency/organization: Project Manager, Keller Associates
Date submitted: 3/25/2024
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D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions
Find help for the nonproject actions worksheet20
Do not use this section for project actions.
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with
the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate
than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of
noise?
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
• Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
Not applicable.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposal will not likely affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life.
• Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
Not applicable.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposal is not expected to deplete energy or natural resources.
• Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Not applicable.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection, such as
parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat,
historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
The proposal will not use or affect these areas.
• Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
Not applicable.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
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guidance/sepa-checklist-section-d-non-project-actions
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• Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
Not applicable.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
• Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
Not applicable.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws
or requirements for the protection of the environment.
No conflicts anticipated.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
City of Moses Lake
Supplemental Sheet
SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the
elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the
types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster
rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas
designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild
and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands,
flood plains, or prime farm lands?
Not applicable.
The proposal will not likely affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life.
Not applicable.
The proposal is not expected to deplete energy or natural resources.
Not applicable.
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
The proposal will not use or affect these areas.
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Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are?
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
No conflicts anticipated.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
Not applicable.
No effect anticipated/not applicable.
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United States
Department of
Agriculture
A product of the National
Cooperative Soil Survey,
a joint effort of the United
States Department of
Agriculture and other
Federal agencies, State
agencies including the
Agricultural Experiment
Stations, and local
participants
Custom Soil Resource
Report forGrant County,
WashingtonNaturalResourcesConservationService
March 20, 2024
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Preface
Soil surveys contain information that affects land use planning in survey areas.
They highlight soil limitations that affect various land uses and provide information
about the properties of the soils in the survey areas. Soil surveys are designed for
many different users, including farmers, ranchers, foresters, agronomists, urban
planners, community officials, engineers, developers, builders, and home buyers.
Also, conservationists, teachers, students, and specialists in recreation, waste
disposal, and pollution control can use the surveys to help them understand,
protect, or enhance the environment.
Various land use regulations of Federal, State, and local governments may impose
special restrictions on land use or land treatment. Soil surveys identify soil
properties that are used in making various land use or land treatment decisions.
The information is intended to help the land users identify and reduce the effects of
soil limitations on various land uses. The landowner or user is responsible for
identifying and complying with existing laws and regulations.
Although soil survey information can be used for general farm, local, and wider area
planning, onsite investigation is needed to supplement this information in some
cases. Examples include soil quality assessments (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/
portal/nrcs/main/soils/health/) and certain conservation and engineering
applications. For more detailed information, contact your local USDA Service Center
(https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nrcs) or your NRCS State Soil
Scientist (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/soils/contactus/?
cid=nrcs142p2_053951).
Great differences in soil properties can occur within short distances. Some soils are
seasonally wet or subject to flooding. Some are too unstable to be used as a
foundation for buildings or roads. Clayey or wet soils are poorly suited to use as
septic tank absorption fields. A high water table makes a soil poorly suited to
basements or underground installations.
The National Cooperative Soil Survey is a joint effort of the United States
Department of Agriculture and other Federal agencies, State agencies including the
Agricultural Experiment Stations, and local agencies. The Natural Resources
Conservation Service (NRCS) has leadership for the Federal part of the National
Cooperative Soil Survey.
Information about soils is updated periodically. Updated information is available
through the NRCS Web Soil Survey, the site for official soil survey information.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its
programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability,
and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion,
sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a
part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not
all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require
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alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print,
audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice
and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of
Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or
call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
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Contents
Preface....................................................................................................................2
How Soil Surveys Are Made..................................................................................6
Soil Map..................................................................................................................9
Soil Map..............................................................................................................10
Legend................................................................................................................11
Map Unit Legend................................................................................................12
Map Unit Descriptions........................................................................................14
Grant County, Washington..............................................................................16
12—Aquents, ponded..................................................................................16
26—Burbank loamy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes..................................17
36—Ekrub fine sand, 0 to 25 percent slopes..............................................18
40—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes...................................19
41—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes...................................20
42—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes.................................21
43—Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes............................22
44—Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes............................23
45—Ephrata-Malaga complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes.................................24
46—Ephrata-Malaga complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes...............................25
47—Esquatzel silt loam...............................................................................27
68—Kittitas silt loam....................................................................................28
73—Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes.............................29
74—Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes...........................30
75—Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes.............................31
76—Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes...........................32
77—Malaga stony sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes...............................33
78—Malaga very stony sandy loam, 0 to 35 percent slopes.......................34
79—Malaga-Ephrata complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes...............................35
80—Neppel fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes....................................36
86—Outlook very fine sandy loam..............................................................37
88—Pits.......................................................................................................38
89—Prosser very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes...........................38
91—Prosser very fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes.........................39
94—Prosser-Starbuck very fine sandy loams, 0 to 15 percent slopes........40
96—Quincy sand, 5 to 25 percent slopes, eroded......................................41
97—Quincy fine sand, 2 to 15 percent slopes.............................................42
98—Quincy loamy fine sand, 0 to 15 percent slopes..................................43
99—Quincy loamy fine sand, 15 to 35 percent slopes................................44
113—Royal loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes..................................45
115—Royal very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes............................46
116—Royal very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes............................47
121—Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes.........................48
122—Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes.........................49
132—Scoon silt loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes...............................................50
133—Scoon silt loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes.............................................51
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135—Scoon complex, 0 to 10 percent slopes.............................................52
136—Shano silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes...............................................53
137—Shano silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes...............................................54
141—Starbuck very fine sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes.....................55
142—Starbuck stony silt loam, 0 to 30 percent slopes...............................56
145—Starbuck-Prosser complex, 0 to 25 percent slopes...........................57
151—Taunton loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes..............................58
152—Taunton fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes................................59
154—Taunton fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes..............................60
164—Timmerman loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes.................................61
165—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes.....................62
166—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes.....................63
167—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes...................64
168—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, thin solum, 0 to 2 percent slopes...65
172—Umapine silt loam..............................................................................66
176—Wanser-Quincy fine sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes.............................67
177—Warden silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes.............................................68
178—Warden silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes.............................................69
179—Warden silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes...........................................70
182—Wiehl fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes....................................71
184—Wiehl fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes................................72
186—Winchester sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes.............................................73
194—Water.................................................................................................74
References............................................................................................................75
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How Soil Surveys Are Made
Soil surveys are made to provide information about the soils and miscellaneous
areas in a specific area. They include a description of the soils and miscellaneous
areas and their location on the landscape and tables that show soil properties and
limitations affecting various uses. Soil scientists observed the steepness, length,
and shape of the slopes; the general pattern of drainage; the kinds of crops and
native plants; and the kinds of bedrock. They observed and described many soil
profiles. A soil profile is the sequence of natural layers, or horizons, in a soil. The
profile extends from the surface down into the unconsolidated material in which the
soil formed or from the surface down to bedrock. The unconsolidated material is
devoid of roots and other living organisms and has not been changed by other
biological activity.
Currently, soils are mapped according to the boundaries of major land resource
areas (MLRAs). MLRAs are geographically associated land resource units that
share common characteristics related to physiography, geology, climate, water
resources, soils, biological resources, and land uses (USDA, 2006). Soil survey
areas typically consist of parts of one or more MLRA.
The soils and miscellaneous areas in a survey area occur in an orderly pattern that
is related to the geology, landforms, relief, climate, and natural vegetation of the
area. Each kind of soil and miscellaneous area is associated with a particular kind
of landform or with a segment of the landform. By observing the soils and
miscellaneous areas in the survey area and relating their position to specific
segments of the landform, a soil scientist develops a concept, or model, of how they
were formed. Thus, during mapping, this model enables the soil scientist to predict
with a considerable degree of accuracy the kind of soil or miscellaneous area at a
specific location on the landscape.
Commonly, individual soils on the landscape merge into one another as their
characteristics gradually change. To construct an accurate soil map, however, soil
scientists must determine the boundaries between the soils. They can observe only
a limited number of soil profiles. Nevertheless, these observations, supplemented
by an understanding of the soil-vegetation-landscape relationship, are sufficient to
verify predictions of the kinds of soil in an area and to determine the boundaries.
Soil scientists recorded the characteristics of the soil profiles that they studied. They
noted soil color, texture, size and shape of soil aggregates, kind and amount of rock
fragments, distribution of plant roots, reaction, and other features that enable them
to identify soils. After describing the soils in the survey area and determining their
properties, the soil scientists assigned the soils to taxonomic classes (units).
Taxonomic classes are concepts. Each taxonomic class has a set of soil
characteristics with precisely defined limits. The classes are used as a basis for
comparison to classify soils systematically. Soil taxonomy, the system of taxonomic
classification used in the United States, is based mainly on the kind and character
of soil properties and the arrangement of horizons within the profile. After the soil
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scientists classified and named the soils in the survey area, they compared the
individual soils with similar soils in the same taxonomic class in other areas so that
they could confirm data and assemble additional data based on experience and
research.
The objective of soil mapping is not to delineate pure map unit components; the
objective is to separate the landscape into landforms or landform segments that
have similar use and management requirements. Each map unit is defined by a
unique combination of soil components and/or miscellaneous areas in predictable
proportions. Some components may be highly contrasting to the other components
of the map unit. The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way
diminishes the usefulness or accuracy of the data. The delineation of such
landforms and landform segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, onsite
investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous areas.
Soil scientists make many field observations in the process of producing a soil map.
The frequency of observation is dependent upon several factors, including scale of
mapping, intensity of mapping, design of map units, complexity of the landscape,
and experience of the soil scientist. Observations are made to test and refine the
soil-landscape model and predictions and to verify the classification of the soils at
specific locations. Once the soil-landscape model is refined, a significantly smaller
number of measurements of individual soil properties are made and recorded.
These measurements may include field measurements, such as those for color,
depth to bedrock, and texture, and laboratory measurements, such as those for
content of sand, silt, clay, salt, and other components. Properties of each soil
typically vary from one point to another across the landscape.
Observations for map unit components are aggregated to develop ranges of
characteristics for the components. The aggregated values are presented. Direct
measurements do not exist for every property presented for every map unit
component. Values for some properties are estimated from combinations of other
properties.
While a soil survey is in progress, samples of some of the soils in the area generally
are collected for laboratory analyses and for engineering tests. Soil scientists
interpret the data from these analyses and tests as well as the field-observed
characteristics and the soil properties to determine the expected behavior of the
soils under different uses. Interpretations for all of the soils are field tested through
observation of the soils in different uses and under different levels of management.
Some interpretations are modified to fit local conditions, and some new
interpretations are developed to meet local needs. Data are assembled from other
sources, such as research information, production records, and field experience of
specialists. For example, data on crop yields under defined levels of management
are assembled from farm records and from field or plot experiments on the same
kinds of soil.
Predictions about soil behavior are based not only on soil properties but also on
such variables as climate and biological activity. Soil conditions are predictable over
long periods of time, but they are not predictable from year to year. For example,
soil scientists can predict with a fairly high degree of accuracy that a given soil will
have a high water table within certain depths in most years, but they cannot predict
that a high water table will always be at a specific level in the soil on a specific date.
After soil scientists located and identified the significant natural bodies of soil in the
survey area, they drew the boundaries of these bodies on aerial photographs and
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identified each as a specific map unit. Aerial photographs show trees, buildings,
fields, roads, and rivers, all of which help in locating boundaries accurately.
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Soil Map
The soil map section includes the soil map for the defined area of interest, a list of
soil map units on the map and extent of each map unit, and cartographic symbols
displayed on the map. Also presented are various metadata about data used to
produce the map, and a description of each soil map unit.
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Custom Soil Resource ReportSoil Map
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311000 314000 317000 320000 323000 326000 329000 332000 335000 338000 341000
47° 15' 1'' N 119° 29' 59'' W47° 15' 1'' N119° 4' 42'' W47° 3' 50'' N
119° 29' 59'' W47° 3' 50'' N
119° 4' 42'' WN
Map projection: Web Mercator Corner coordinates: WGS84 Edge tics: UTM Zone 11N WGS84
0 5000 10000 20000 30000Feet
0 2000 4000 8000 12000Meters
Map Scale: 1:146,000 if printed on A landscape (11" x 8.5") sheet.
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MAP LEGEND MAP INFORMATION
Area of Interest (AOI)
Area of Interest (AOI)
Soils
Soil Map Unit Polygons
Soil Map Unit Lines
Soil Map Unit Points
Special Point Features
Blowout
Borrow Pit
Clay Spot
Closed Depression
Gravel Pit
Gravelly Spot
Landfill
Lava Flow
Marsh or swamp
Mine or Quarry
Miscellaneous Water
Perennial Water
Rock Outcrop
Saline Spot
Sandy Spot
Severely Eroded Spot
Sinkhole
Slide or Slip
Sodic Spot
Spoil Area
Stony Spot
Very Stony Spot
Wet Spot
Other
Special Line Features
Water Features
Streams and Canals
Transportation
Rails
Interstate Highways
US Routes
Major Roads
Local Roads
Background
Aerial Photography
The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at 1:24,000.
Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map measurements.
Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation ServiceWeb Soil Survey URL: Coordinate System: Web Mercator (EPSG:3857)
Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator projection, which preserves direction and shape but distorts
distance and area. A projection that preserves area, such as the Albers equal-area conic projection, should be used if more accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as of the version date(s) listed below.
Soil Survey Area: Grant County, WashingtonSurvey Area Data: Version 17, Aug 28, 2023
Soil map units are labeled (as space allows) for map scales 1:50,000 or larger.
Date(s) aerial images were photographed: Jan 1, 1999—Dec 31,
2003
The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were compiled and digitized probably differs from the background imagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Map Unit Legend
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
12 Aquents, ponded 109.4 0.3%
26 Burbank loamy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes 65.7 0.2%
36 Ekrub fine sand, 0 to 25 percent slopes 6.1 0.0%
40 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 7,596.8 22.7%
41 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 2 to 5
percent slopes
636.0 1.9%
42 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes 95.5 0.3%
43 Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 430.6 1.3%
44 Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 2
to 5 percent slopes
89.9 0.3%
45 Ephrata-Malaga complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes 1,127.7 3.4%
46 Ephrata-Malaga complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes 182.9 0.5%
47 Esquatzel silt loam 10.9 0.0%
68 Kittitas silt loam 13.5 0.0%
73 Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes 4,072.7 12.2%
74 Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes 32.8 0.1%
75 Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 0 to
15 percent slopes
941.4 2.8%
76 Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes 297.1 0.9%
77 Malaga stony sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes 6,650.4 19.9%
78 Malaga very stony sandy loam, 0 to 35 percent slopes 485.1 1.4%
79 Malaga-Ephrata complex, 0 to
15 percent slopes
182.7 0.5%
80 Neppel fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 27.3 0.1%
86 Outlook very fine sandy loam 60.9 0.2%
88 Pits 116.7 0.3%
89 Prosser very fine sandy loam, 0
to 2 percent slopes
26.6 0.1%
91 Prosser very fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes 130.2 0.4%
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Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
94 Prosser-Starbuck very fine
sandy loams, 0 to 15 percent slopes
187.4 0.6%
96 Quincy sand, 5 to 25 percent
slopes, eroded
25.6 0.1%
97 Quincy fine sand, 2 to 15 percent slopes 850.6 2.5%
98 Quincy loamy fine sand, 0 to 15 percent slopes 10.7 0.0%
99 Quincy loamy fine sand, 15 to
35 percent slopes
2.5 0.0%
113 Royal loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes 194.8 0.6%
115 Royal very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 213.9 0.6%
116 Royal very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 100.4 0.3%
121 Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 0
to 2 percent slopes
37.9 0.1%
122 Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 57.5 0.2%
132 Scoon silt loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes 1,715.1 5.1%
133 Scoon silt loam, 5 to 15 percent
slopes
12.4 0.0%
135 Scoon complex, 0 to 10 percent slopes 17.6 0.1%
136 Shano silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 0.3 0.0%
137 Shano silt loam, 2 to 5 percent
slopes
0.1 0.0%
141 Starbuck very fine sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes 75.5 0.2%
142 Starbuck stony silt loam, 0 to 30 percent slopes 1.8 0.0%
145 Starbuck-Prosser complex, 0 to 25 percent slopes 132.1 0.4%
151 Taunton loamy fine sand, 0 to
10 percent slopes
26.7 0.1%
152 Taunton fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 131.9 0.4%
154 Taunton fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes 7.2 0.0%
164 Timmerman loamy sand, 0 to 5
percent slopes
160.9 0.5%
165 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 475.6 1.4%
166 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 30.4 0.1%
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Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
167 Timmerman coarse sandy loam,
5 to 10 percent slopes
52.2 0.2%
168 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, thin solum, 0 to 2 percent
slopes
7.7 0.0%
172 Umapine silt loam 89.0 0.3%
176 Wanser-Quincy fine sands, 0 to
5 percent slopes
125.4 0.4%
177 Warden silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 119.8 0.4%
178 Warden silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 202.9 0.6%
179 Warden silt loam, 5 to 10
percent slopes
19.9 0.1%
182 Wiehl fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 58.3 0.2%
184 Wiehl fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes 206.4 0.6%
186 Winchester sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes 191.8 0.6%
194 Water 4,526.1 13.5%
Totals for Area of Interest 33,457.8 100.0%
Map Unit Descriptions
The map units delineated on the detailed soil maps in a soil survey represent the
soils or miscellaneous areas in the survey area. The map unit descriptions, along
with the maps, can be used to determine the composition and properties of a unit.
A map unit delineation on a soil map represents an area dominated by one or more
major kinds of soil or miscellaneous areas. A map unit is identified and named
according to the taxonomic classification of the dominant soils. Within a taxonomic
class there are precisely defined limits for the properties of the soils. On the
landscape, however, the soils are natural phenomena, and they have the
characteristic variability of all natural phenomena. Thus, the range of some
observed properties may extend beyond the limits defined for a taxonomic class.
Areas of soils of a single taxonomic class rarely, if ever, can be mapped without
including areas of other taxonomic classes. Consequently, every map unit is made
up of the soils or miscellaneous areas for which it is named and some minor
components that belong to taxonomic classes other than those of the major soils.
Most minor soils have properties similar to those of the dominant soil or soils in the
map unit, and thus they do not affect use and management. These are called
noncontrasting, or similar, components. They may or may not be mentioned in a
particular map unit description. Other minor components, however, have properties
and behavioral characteristics divergent enough to affect use or to require different
management. These are called contrasting, or dissimilar, components. They
generally are in small areas and could not be mapped separately because of the
scale used. Some small areas of strongly contrasting soils or miscellaneous areas
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are identified by a special symbol on the maps. If included in the database for a
given area, the contrasting minor components are identified in the map unit
descriptions along with some characteristics of each. A few areas of minor
components may not have been observed, and consequently they are not
mentioned in the descriptions, especially where the pattern was so complex that it
was impractical to make enough observations to identify all the soils and
miscellaneous areas on the landscape.
The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way diminishes the
usefulness or accuracy of the data. The objective of mapping is not to delineate
pure taxonomic classes but rather to separate the landscape into landforms or
landform segments that have similar use and management requirements. The
delineation of such segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, however,
onsite investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous
areas.
An identifying symbol precedes the map unit name in the map unit descriptions.
Each description includes general facts about the unit and gives important soil
properties and qualities.
Soils that have profiles that are almost alike make up a soil series. Except for
differences in texture of the surface layer, all the soils of a series have major
horizons that are similar in composition, thickness, and arrangement.
Soils of one series can differ in texture of the surface layer, slope, stoniness,
salinity, degree of erosion, and other characteristics that affect their use. On the
basis of such differences, a soil series is divided into soil phases. Most of the areas
shown on the detailed soil maps are phases of soil series. The name of a soil phase
commonly indicates a feature that affects use or management. For example, Alpha
silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is a phase of the Alpha series.
Some map units are made up of two or more major soils or miscellaneous areas.
These map units are complexes, associations, or undifferentiated groups.
A complex consists of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas in such an intricate
pattern or in such small areas that they cannot be shown separately on the maps.
The pattern and proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat similar
in all areas. Alpha-Beta complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, is an example.
An association is made up of two or more geographically associated soils or
miscellaneous areas that are shown as one unit on the maps. Because of present
or anticipated uses of the map units in the survey area, it was not considered
practical or necessary to map the soils or miscellaneous areas separately. The
pattern and relative proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat
similar. Alpha-Beta association, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
An undifferentiated group is made up of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas
that could be mapped individually but are mapped as one unit because similar
interpretations can be made for use and management. The pattern and proportion
of the soils or miscellaneous areas in a mapped area are not uniform. An area can
be made up of only one of the major soils or miscellaneous areas, or it can be made
up of all of them. Alpha and Beta soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
Some surveys include miscellaneous areas. Such areas have little or no soil
material and support little or no vegetation. Rock outcrop is an example.
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Grant County, Washington
12—Aquents, ponded
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hk
Elevation: 50 to 2,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 120 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Aquents and similar soils:85 percent
Minor components:14 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Aquents
Setting
Landform:Basin floors
Parent material:Alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 14 inches: silty clay loam
H2 - 14 to 60 inches: silty clay loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Very poorly drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high (0.20
to 0.57 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 0 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:Frequent
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 12.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 5w
Hydrologic Soil Group: C/D
Ecological site: R007XY988WA - Wetland Complex
Hydric soil rating: Yes
Minor Components
Wanser
Percent of map unit:8 percent
Landform:Depressions
Hydric soil rating: Yes
Kittitas
Percent of map unit:6 percent
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Landform:Alluvial cones
Hydric soil rating: Yes
26—Burbank loamy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29l9
Elevation: 300 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 160 to 220 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Burbank and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Burbank
Setting
Landform:Outwash terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands over gravelly glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 4 inches: loamy fine sand
H2 - 4 to 23 inches: gravelly loamy fine sand
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95 to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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36—Ekrub fine sand, 0 to 25 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29ln
Elevation: 890 to 2,260 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 52 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Ekrub and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ekrub
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 3 inches: fine sand
H2 - 3 to 12 inches: fine sand
H3 - 12 to 18 inches: very gravelly fine sand
H4 - 18 to 28 inches: cemented material
H5 - 28 to 60 inches: stratified indurated to extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 25 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to very high
(0.00 to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:35 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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40—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29lt
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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41—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29lv
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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42—Ephrata fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29lw
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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43—Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29lx
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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44—Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29ly
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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45—Ephrata-Malaga complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29lz
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:45 percent
Malaga and similar soils:40 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: cobbly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
46—Ephrata-Malaga complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29m0
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Ephrata and similar soils:40 percent
Malaga and similar soils:35 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly sandy loam
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H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: cobbly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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47—Esquatzel silt loam
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29m1
Elevation: 300 to 2,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Esquatzel and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Esquatzel
Setting
Landform:Alluvial flats
Parent material:Alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 7 inches: silt loam
H2 - 7 to 52 inches: silt loam
H3 - 52 to 60 inches: stratified fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high (0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very high (about 12.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2c
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3c
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY930WA - Loamy Bottom
Hydric soil rating: No
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68—Kittitas silt loam
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29ms
Elevation: 500 to 1,100 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 180 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Kittitas and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Kittitas
Setting
Landform:Flood plains
Parent material:Alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 10 inches: silt loam
H2 - 10 to 20 inches: silt loam
H3 - 20 to 52 inches: silt loam
H4 - 52 to 60 inches: stratified fine sandy loam to silty clay loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat poorly drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high (0.20
to 0.57 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 6 to 24 inches
Frequency of flooding:Frequent
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Slightly saline to moderately saline (4.0 to 8.0 mmhos/cm)
Sodium adsorption ratio, maximum:5.0
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4w
Hydrologic Soil Group: C/D
Ecological site: R007XY970WA - Alkali Terrace
Hydric soil rating: Yes
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73—Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29mz
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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74—Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n0
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces, escarpments
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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75—Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n1
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 180 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces, escarpments
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: cobbly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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76—Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n2
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 180 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces, escarpments
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: cobbly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:15 to 35 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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77—Malaga stony sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n3
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 180 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: stony sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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78—Malaga very stony sandy loam, 0 to 35 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n4
Elevation: 500 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 180 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces, escarpments
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: very stony sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 35 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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79—Malaga-Ephrata complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n5
Elevation: 500 to 1,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Malaga and similar soils:40 percent
Ephrata and similar soils:35 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Malaga
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: very cobbly sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 11 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H3 - 11 to 18 inches: very gravelly sandy loam
H4 - 18 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:15 to 28 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Ephrata
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Gravelly glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: gravelly sandy loam
H2 - 9 to 23 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
80—Neppel fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29n7
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Neppel and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Neppel
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Glacial outwash mixed with loess in the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 7 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 7 to 27 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 27 to 31 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
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H4 - 31 to 60 inches: extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to strongly contrasting textural
stratification
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.7 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
86—Outlook very fine sandy loam
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nf
Elevation: 300 to 2,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 160 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Outlook and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Outlook
Setting
Landform:Flood plains
Parent material:Alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 10 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 10 to 60 inches: silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Moderately well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
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Depth to water table:About 24 to 42 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Maximum salinity:Slightly saline to moderately saline (4.0 to 8.0 mmhos/cm)
Sodium adsorption ratio, maximum:5.0
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 10.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3s
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY978WA - Sodic Flat
Hydric soil rating: No
88—Pits
Map Unit Composition
Pits:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Pits
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 8
Hydric soil rating: No
89—Prosser very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nj
Elevation: 300 to 2,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Prosser and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Prosser
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Parent material:Loess
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 5 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 5 to 26 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 26 to 30 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
91—Prosser very fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nm
Elevation: 300 to 2,400 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Prosser and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Prosser
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 5 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 5 to 26 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 26 to 30 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock
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Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
94—Prosser-Starbuck very fine sandy loams, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nq
Elevation: 300 to 2,700 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Prosser and similar soils:45 percent
Starbuck and similar soils:35 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Prosser
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 5 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 5 to 26 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 26 to 30 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
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Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Starbuck
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Landform position (two-dimensional):Summit
Parent material:Loess and residuum weathered from basalt
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 15 inches: fine sandy loam
H3 - 15 to 19 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:12 to 20 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
96—Quincy sand, 5 to 25 percent slopes, eroded
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29ns
Elevation: 200 to 4,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Quincy and similar soils:100 percent
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Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Quincy
Setting
Landform:Dunes
Parent material:Eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: sand
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 25 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:3 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 6.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 7s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
97—Quincy fine sand, 2 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nt
Elevation: 200 to 4,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Quincy and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Quincy
Setting
Landform:Dunes, terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: fine sand
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: fine sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 6.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
98—Quincy loamy fine sand, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nv
Elevation: 200 to 4,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Quincy and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Quincy
Setting
Landform:Dunes, terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: loamy fine sand
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: fine sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
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Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 6.1 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
99—Quincy loamy fine sand, 15 to 35 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29nw
Elevation: 200 to 4,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Quincy and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Quincy
Setting
Landform:Dunes, terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: loamy fine sand
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: fine sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:15 to 35 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 6.1 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6e
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Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
113—Royal loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hb
Elevation: 400 to 1,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Royal and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Royal
Setting
Landform:Terraces, hills
Landform position (two-dimensional):Footslope
Parent material:Sandy alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 10 inches: loamy fine sand
H2 - 10 to 16 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 16 to 60 inches: stratified fine sand to very fine sandy loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 7.1 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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115—Royal very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hd
Elevation: 400 to 1,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Royal and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Royal
Setting
Landform:Terraces, hills
Landform position (two-dimensional):Footslope
Parent material:Sandy alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 10 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 10 to 16 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 16 to 60 inches: stratified fine sand to very fine sandy loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 7.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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116—Royal very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hf
Elevation: 400 to 1,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Royal and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Royal
Setting
Landform:Terraces, hills
Landform position (two-dimensional):Footslope
Parent material:Sandy alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 10 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 10 to 16 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 16 to 60 inches: stratified fine sand to very fine sandy loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 7.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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121—Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hm
Elevation: 400 to 3,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 190 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Sagehill and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Sagehill
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess over lacustrine deposits
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 19 to 60 inches: stratified fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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122—Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29hn
Elevation: 400 to 3,000 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 190 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Sagehill and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Sagehill
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess over lacustrine deposits
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 19 to 60 inches: stratified fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
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132—Scoon silt loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29j0
Elevation: 1,000 to 4,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Scoon and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Scoon
Setting
Landform:Terraces, alluvial fans
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam
H2 - 6 to 16 inches: gravelly silt loam
H3 - 16 to 26 inches: cemented material
H4 - 26 to 60 inches: stratified indurated to extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.5 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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133—Scoon silt loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29j1
Elevation: 1,000 to 4,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Scoon and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Scoon
Setting
Landform:Terraces, alluvial fans
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam
H2 - 6 to 16 inches: gravelly silt loam
H3 - 16 to 26 inches: cemented material
H4 - 26 to 60 inches: stratified indurated to extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.5 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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135—Scoon complex, 0 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29j3
Elevation: 1,000 to 4,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Scoon and similar soils:50 percent
Scoon and similar soils:35 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Scoon
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 16 inches: gravelly very fine sandy loam
H3 - 16 to 60 inches: cemented material
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.5 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Scoon
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 6 to 8 inches: gravelly very fine sandy loam
H3 - 8 to 60 inches: cemented material
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:6 to 20 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:5 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 1.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 7s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
136—Shano silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29j4
Elevation: 500 to 2,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 125 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Shano and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Shano
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: silt loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: silt loam
H3 - 19 to 60 inches: silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
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Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2c
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6c
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
137—Shano silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29j5
Elevation: 500 to 2,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 10 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 125 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Shano and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Shano
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes
Parent material:Loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: silt loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: silt loam
H3 - 19 to 60 inches: silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
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Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
141—Starbuck very fine sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29jb
Elevation: 400 to 2,700 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Starbuck and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Starbuck
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Landform position (two-dimensional):Summit
Parent material:Loess and residuum weathered from basalt
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 15 inches: silt loam
H3 - 15 to 19 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 15 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:12 to 20 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6s
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
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Hydric soil rating: No
142—Starbuck stony silt loam, 0 to 30 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29jc
Elevation: 400 to 2,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 136 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Starbuck and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Starbuck
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Landform position (two-dimensional):Summit
Parent material:Loess and residuum weathered from basalt
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: stony silt loam
H2 - 8 to 15 inches: gravelly silt loam
H3 - 15 to 19 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 30 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
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145—Starbuck-Prosser complex, 0 to 25 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29jg
Elevation: 300 to 2,900 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Starbuck and similar soils:50 percent
Prosser and similar soils:25 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Starbuck
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes, structural benches
Landform position (two-dimensional):Summit
Parent material:Loess and residuum weathered from basalt
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 5 inches: stony very fine sandy loam
H2 - 5 to 15 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H3 - 15 to 19 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 25 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very low (about 2.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R007XY120WA - Stony
Hydric soil rating: No
Description of Prosser
Setting
Landform:Hillslopes
Parent material:Loess
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 5 inches: very fine sandy loam
H2 - 5 to 26 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 26 to 30 inches: unweathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 25 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
151—Taunton loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29jp
Elevation: 200 to 2,200 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 150 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Taunton and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Taunton
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Alluvium and loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: loamy fine sand
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 19 to 27 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H4 - 27 to 60 inches: cemented material
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Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.7 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
152—Taunton fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29jq
Elevation: 200 to 2,200 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 140 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Taunton and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Taunton
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Alluvium and loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 19 to 27 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H4 - 27 to 37 inches: cemented material
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
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Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
154—Taunton fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29js
Elevation: 200 to 2,200 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 140 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Taunton and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Taunton
Setting
Landform:Alluvial fans, terraces
Parent material:Alluvium and loess
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 19 inches: very fine sandy loam
H3 - 19 to 27 inches: gravelly fine sandy loam
H4 - 27 to 37 inches: cemented material
H5 - 37 to 60 inches: stratified indurated to extremely gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to duripan
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Very low to moderately
low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
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Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
164—Timmerman loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29k4
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Timmerman and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Timmerman
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Sandy glacial outwash and alluvium mixed with eolian material in
the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: loamy sand
H2 - 8 to 23 inches: coarse sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
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Hydric soil rating: No
165—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29k5
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Timmerman and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Timmerman
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Sandy glacial outwash and alluvium mixed with eolian material in
the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: coarse sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 23 inches: coarse sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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166—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29k6
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Timmerman and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Timmerman
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Sandy glacial outwash and alluvium mixed with eolian material in
the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: coarse sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 23 inches: coarse sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
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167—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29k7
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Timmerman and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Timmerman
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Sandy glacial outwash and alluvium mixed with eolian material in
the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: coarse sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 23 inches: coarse sandy loam
H3 - 23 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 10 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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168—Timmerman coarse sandy loam, thin solum, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29k8
Elevation: 400 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 130 to 210 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Timmerman and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Timmerman
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Sandy glacial outwash and alluvium mixed with eolian material in
the upper part
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: coarse sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 13 inches: coarse sandy loam
H3 - 13 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High (1.98 to 5.95
in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:15 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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172—Umapine silt loam
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kf
Elevation: 250 to 3,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 110 to 195 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Umapine and similar soils:95 percent
Minor components:2 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Umapine
Setting
Landform:Basin floors, alluvial flats
Parent material:Silty alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: silt loam
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat poorly drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 6 to 42 inches
Frequency of flooding:Occasional
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Slightly saline to moderately saline (4.0 to 8.0 mmhos/cm)
Sodium adsorption ratio, maximum:20.0
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.9 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6s
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY970WA - Alkali Terrace
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Kittitas
Percent of map unit:2 percent
Landform:Basin floors
Hydric soil rating: Yes
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176—Wanser-Quincy fine sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kk
Elevation: 200 to 4,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 100 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Wanser and similar soils:55 percent
Quincy and similar soils:25 percent
Minor components:15 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Wanser
Setting
Landform:Basin floors, flood plains
Parent material:Alluvium and eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 3 inches: fine sand
H2 - 3 to 60 inches: fine sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Poorly drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95 to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 6 to 12 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Very slightly saline to slightly saline (2.0 to 4.0 mmhos/cm)
Sodium adsorption ratio, maximum:10.0
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.8 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6w
Hydrologic Soil Group: A/D
Ecological site: R007XY988WA - Wetland Complex
Hydric soil rating: Yes
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Description of Quincy
Setting
Landform:Dunes, terraces
Parent material:Eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: fine sand
H2 - 9 to 60 inches: fine sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 6.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Aquents, ponded
Percent of map unit:15 percent
Landform:Depressions
Hydric soil rating: Yes
177—Warden silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kl
Elevation: 600 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Warden and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
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Description of Warden
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess over lacustrine deposits
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam
H2 - 6 to 26 inches: silt loam
H3 - 26 to 60 inches: stratified very fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:0 to 2 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2c
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6c
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
178—Warden silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29km
Elevation: 600 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Warden and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Warden
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess over lacustrine deposits
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Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam
H2 - 6 to 26 inches: silt loam
H3 - 26 to 60 inches: stratified very fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
179—Warden silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kn
Elevation: 600 to 1,300 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 52 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Warden and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Warden
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Loess over lacustrine deposits
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam
H2 - 6 to 26 inches: silt loam
H3 - 26 to 60 inches: stratified very fine sandy loam to silt loam
Properties and qualities
Slope:5 to 10 percent
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Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content:30 percent
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 11.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R007XY130WA - Loamy
Hydric soil rating: No
182—Wiehl fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29ks
Elevation: 400 to 6,200 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 160 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Wiehl and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Wiehl
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Eolian deposits over residuum weathered from sandstone and
siltstone
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 18 inches: fine sandy loam
H3 - 18 to 25 inches: very fine sandy loam
H4 - 25 to 35 inches: weathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to paralithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
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Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
184—Wiehl fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kv
Elevation: 400 to 6,200 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 6 to 9 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 50 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 160 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of unique importance
Map Unit Composition
Wiehl and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Wiehl
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Eolian deposits over residuum weathered from sandstone and
siltstone
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: fine sandy loam
H2 - 8 to 18 inches: fine sandy loam
H3 - 18 to 25 inches: very fine sandy loam
H4 - 25 to 35 inches: weathered bedrock
Properties and qualities
Slope:15 to 35 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to paralithic bedrock
Drainage class:Well drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):Moderately high to high
(0.57 to 1.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 4.0 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 6e
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Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R007XY143WA - Sandy Loam
Hydric soil rating: No
186—Winchester sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 29kx
Elevation: 350 to 1,800 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 4 to 12 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 110 to 200 days
Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance
Map Unit Composition
Winchester and similar soils:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Winchester
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Parent material:Alluvium and/or eolian sands
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 8 inches: sand
H2 - 8 to 60 inches: coarse sand
Properties and qualities
Slope:2 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Excessively drained
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat):High to very high (5.95
to 19.98 in/hr)
Depth to water table:More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding:None
Frequency of ponding:None
Maximum salinity:Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Low (about 3.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 7s
Hydrologic Soil Group: A
Ecological site: R007XY140WA - Sands
Hydric soil rating: No
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194—Water
Map Unit Composition
Water:100 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
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Wetland Map
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Standards and Support Team,wetlands_team@fws.gov
Wetlands
Estuarine and Marine Deepwater
Estuarine and Marine Wetland
Freshwater Emergent Wetland
Freshwater Forested/Shrub Wetland
Freshwater Pond
Lake
Other
Riverine
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0 6.5 133.25 km
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This map is for general reference only. The US Fish and Wildlife Service is not responsible for the accuracy or currentness of the base data shown on this map. All wetlands related data should be used in accordance with the layer metadata found on the Wetlands Mapper web site.
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IPaC resource list
This report is an automatically generated list of species and other resources such as critical habitat (collectively referred to as
trust resources) under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) jurisdiction that are known or expected to be on or near the
project area referenced below. The list may also include trust resources that occur outside of the project area, but that could
potentially be directly or indirectly a ected by activities in the project area. However, determining the likelihood and extent of
e ects a project may have on trust resources typically requires gathering additional site-speci c (e.g., vegetation/species
surveys) and project-speci c (e.g., magnitude and timing of proposed activities) information.
Below is a summary of the project information you provided and contact information for the USFWS o ce(s) with jurisdiction
in the de ned project area. Please read the introduction to each section that follows (Endangered Species, Migratory Birds,
USFWS Facilities, and NWI Wetlands) for additional information applicable to the trust resources addressed in that section.
Location
Grant County, Washington
Local o ce
Washington Fish And Wildlife O ce
(360) 753-9440
(360) 753-9405
510 Desmond Drive Se, Suite 102
Lacey, WA 98503-1263
U.S. Fish & Wildlife ServiceIPaC
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Endangered species
This resource list is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an analysis of project level impacts.
The primary information used to generate this list is the known or expected range of each species. Additional areas of
in uence (AOI) for species are also considered. An AOI includes areas outside of the species range if the species could be
indirectly a ected by activities in that area (e.g., placing a dam upstream of a sh population even if that sh does not occur at
the dam site, may indirectly impact the species by reducing or eliminating water ow downstream). Because species can move,
and site conditions can change, the species on this list are not guaranteed to be found on or near the project area. To fully
determine any potential e ects to species, additional site-speci c and project-speci c information is often required.
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary information whether any
species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of such proposed action" for any project that is
conducted, permitted, funded, or licensed by any Federal agency. A letter from the local o ce and a species list which ful lls
this requirement can only be obtained by requesting an o cial species list from either the Regulatory Review section in IPaC
(see directions below) or from the local eld o ce directly.
For project evaluations that require USFWS concurrence/review, please return to the IPaC website and request an o cial
species list by doing the following:
1. Draw the project location and click CONTINUE.
2. Click DEFINE PROJECT.
3. Log in (if directed to do so).
4. Provide a name and description for your project.
5. Click REQUEST SPECIES LIST.
Listed species and their critical habitats are managed by the Ecological Services Program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) and the sheries division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries ).
Species and critical habitats under the sole responsibility of NOAA Fisheries are not shown on this list. Please contact NOAA
Fisheries for species under their jurisdiction.
1. Species listed under the Endangered Species Act are threatened or endangered; IPaC also shows species that are
candidates, or proposed, for listing. See the listing status page for more information. IPaC only shows species that are
regulated by USFWS (see FAQ).
2. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an o ce of the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce.
The following species are potentially a ected by activities in this location:
Mammals
Birds
Insects
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NAME STATUS
Gray Wolf Canis lupus
There is nal critical habitat for this species.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/4488
Endangered
NAME STATUS
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus
There is nal critical habitat for this species.Your location does not overlap the critical
habitat.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911
Threatened
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Critical habitats
Potential e ects to critical habitat(s) in this location must be analyzed along with the endangered species themselves.
There are no critical habitats at this location.
You are still required to determine if your project(s) may have e ects on all above listed species.
Bald & Golden Eagles
There are likely bald eagles present in your project area. For additional information on bald eagles, refer to Bald Eagle Nesting
and Sensitivity to Human Activity
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to
migratory birds on your list, see the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY below to see when these birds are most likely to be
present and breeding in your project area.
BREEDING SEASON
NAME STATUS
Monarch Butter y Danaus plexippus
Wherever found
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9743
Candidate
Bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act .
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to bald or golden eagles, or their
habitats , should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described
in the links below. Speci cally, please review the "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles".
Additional information can be found using the following links:
Eagle Management https://www.fws.gov/program/eagle-management
Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds https://www.fws.gov/library/collections/avoiding-and-minimizing-
incidental-take-migratory-birds
Nationwide conservation measures for birds https://www.fws.gov/sites/default/ les/documents/nationwide-standard-
conservation-measures.pdf
Supplemental Information for Migratory Birds and Eagles in IPaC https://www.fws.gov/media/supplemental-information-
migratory-birds-and-bald-and-golden-eagles-may-occur-project-action
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Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus
This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention
because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in o shore areas from certain
types of development or activities.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626
Breeds Dec 1 to Aug 31
Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos
This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention
because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in o shore areas from certain
types of development or activities.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1680
Breeds Jan 1 to Aug 31
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no data survey e ort breeding season probability of presence
Probability of Presence Summary
The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be present in your project area.
This information can be used to tailor and schedule your project activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make
sure you read "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles", speci cally the FAQ section titled "Proper
Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting to interpret this report.
Probability of Presence ()
Each green bar represents the bird's relative probability of presence in the 10km grid cell(s) your project overlaps during a
particular week of the year. (A year is represented as 12 4-week months.) A taller bar indicates a higher probability of species
presence. The survey e ort (see below) can be used to establish a level of con dence in the presence score. One can have
higher con dence in the presence score if the corresponding survey e ort is also high.
How is the probability of presence score calculated? The calculation is done in three steps:
1. The probability of presence for each week is calculated as the number of survey events in the week where the species was
detected divided by the total number of survey events for that week. For example, if in week 12 there were 20 survey
events and the Spotted Towhee was found in 5 of them, the probability of presence of the Spotted Towhee in week 12 is
0.25.
2. To properly present the pattern of presence across the year, the relative probability of presence is calculated. This is the
probability of presence divided by the maximum probability of presence across all weeks. For example, imagine the
probability of presence in week 20 for the Spotted Towhee is 0.05, and that the probability of presence at week 12 (0.25) is
the maximum of any week of the year. The relative probability of presence on week 12 is 0.25/0.25 = 1; at week 20 it is
0.05/0.25 = 0.2.
3. The relative probability of presence calculated in the previous step undergoes a statistical conversion so that all possible
values fall between 0 and 10, inclusive. This is the probability of presence score.
To see a bar's probability of presence score, simply hover your mouse cursor over the bar.
Breeding Season ()
Yellow bars denote a very liberal estimate of the time-frame inside which the bird breeds across its entire range. If there are no
yellow bars shown for a bird, it does not breed in your project area.
Survey E ort ()
Vertical black lines superimposed on probability of presence bars indicate the number of surveys performed for that species in
the 10km grid cell(s) your project area overlaps. The number of surveys is expressed as a range, for example, 33 to 64 surveys.
To see a bar's survey e ort range, simply hover your mouse cursor over the bar.
No Data ()
A week is marked as having no data if there were no survey events for that week.
Survey Timeframe
Surveys from only the last 10 years are used in order to ensure delivery of currently relevant information. The exception to this
is areas o the Atlantic coast, where bird returns are based on all years of available data, since data in these areas is currently
much more sparse.
SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Bald Eagle
Non-BCC Vulnerable
Golden Eagle
Non-BCC Vulnerable
What does IPaC use to generate the potential presence of bald and golden eagles in my speci ed location?
The potential for eagle presence is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on a growing
collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and ltered to return a list of those birds reported as occurring in the
10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identi ed as warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in
that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply). To see a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the Rapid
Avian Information Locator (RAIL) Tool.
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What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs of bald and golden eagles in my speci ed location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) and other species that may warrant special
attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on
a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and ltered to return a list of those birds reported as
occurring in the 10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identi ed as warranting special attention because they are a
BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to o shore activities or
development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that
may occur in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the Rapid Avian Information Locator
(RAIL) Tool.
What if I have eagles on my list?
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid violating the Eagle Act should such impacts
occur. Please contact your local Fish and Wildlife Service Field O ce if you have questions.
Migratory birds
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFWS Birds of Conservation
Concern (BCC) list or warrant special attention in your project location. To learn more about the levels of concern for birds
on your list and how this list is generated, see the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may nd in this location, nor a
guarantee that every bird on this list will be found in your project area. To see exact locations of where birders and the general
public have sighted birds in and around your project area, visit the E-bird data mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired
date range and a species on your list). For projects that occur o the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the
relative occurrence and abundance of bird species on your list are available. Links to additional information about Atlantic
Coast birds, and other important information about your migratory bird list, including how to properly interpret and use your
migratory bird report, can be found below.
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to
migratory birds on your list, see the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY below to see when these birds are most likely to be
present and breeding in your project area.
BREEDING SEASON
Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act .
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their
habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described
in the links below. Speci cally, please review the "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles".
1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918.
2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940.
Additional information can be found using the following links:
Eagle Management https://www.fws.gov/program/eagle-management
Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds https://www.fws.gov/library/collections/avoiding-and-minimizing-
incidental-take-migratory-birds
Nationwide conservation measures for birds https://www.fws.gov/sites/default/ les/ documents/nationwide-standard-
conservation-measures.pdf
Supplemental Information for Migratory Birds and Eagles in IPaC https://www.fws.gov/media/supplemental-information-
migratory-birds-and-bald-and-golden-eagles-may-occur-project-action
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American Avocet Recurvirostra americana
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions
(BCRs) in the continental USA
Breeds Apr 21 to Aug 10
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American White Pelican pelecanus erythrorhynchos
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions
(BCRs) in the continental USA
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6886
Breeds Apr 1 to Aug 31
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus
This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention
because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in o shore areas from certain
types of development or activities.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626
Breeds Dec 1 to Aug 31
California Gull Larus californicus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Breeds Mar 1 to Jul 31
Calliope Hummingbird Selasphorus calliope
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9526
Breeds May 1 to Aug 15
Clark's Grebe Aechmophorus clarkii
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Breeds Jun 1 to Aug 31
Evening Grosbeak Coccothraustes vespertinus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Breeds May 15 to Aug 10
Franklin's Gull Leucophaeus pipixcan
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Breeds May 1 to Jul 31
Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos
This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention
because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in o shore areas from certain
types of development or activities.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1680
Breeds Jan 1 to Aug 31
Lesser Yellowlegs Tringa avipes
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9679
Breeds elsewhere
Lewis's Woodpecker Melanerpes lewis
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9408
Breeds Apr 20 to Sep 30
Long-eared Owl asio otus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3631
Breeds Mar 1 to Jul 15
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Probability of Presence Summary
The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be present in your project area.
This information can be used to tailor and schedule your project activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make
sure you read "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles", speci cally the FAQ section titled "Proper
Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting to interpret this report.
Probability of Presence ()
Each green bar represents the bird's relative probability of presence in the 10km grid cell(s) your project overlaps during a
particular week of the year. (A year is represented as 12 4-week months.) A taller bar indicates a higher probability of species
presence. The survey e ort (see below) can be used to establish a level of con dence in the presence score. One can have
higher con dence in the presence score if the corresponding survey e ort is also high.
How is the probability of presence score calculated? The calculation is done in three steps:
1. The probability of presence for each week is calculated as the number of survey events in the week where the species was
detected divided by the total number of survey events for that week. For example, if in week 12 there were 20 survey
events and the Spotted Towhee was found in 5 of them, the probability of presence of the Spotted Towhee in week 12 is
0.25.
2. To properly present the pattern of presence across the year, the relative probability of presence is calculated. This is the
probability of presence divided by the maximum probability of presence across all weeks. For example, imagine the
probability of presence in week 20 for the Spotted Towhee is 0.05, and that the probability of presence at week 12 (0.25) is
the maximum of any week of the year. The relative probability of presence on week 12 is 0.25/0.25 = 1; at week 20 it is
0.05/0.25 = 0.2.
3. The relative probability of presence calculated in the previous step undergoes a statistical conversion so that all possible
values fall between 0 and 10, inclusive. This is the probability of presence score.
To see a bar's probability of presence score, simply hover your mouse cursor over the bar.
Breeding Season ()
Northern Harrier Circus hudsonius
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions
(BCRs) in the continental USA
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8350
Breeds Apr 1 to Sep 15
Olive-sided Flycatcher Contopus cooperi
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3914
Breeds May 20 to Aug 31
Pectoral Sandpiper Calidris melanotos
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Breeds elsewhere
Rufous Hummingbird selasphorus rufus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8002
Breeds Apr 15 to Jul 15
Sage Thrasher Oreoscoptes montanus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions
(BCRs) in the continental USA
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9433
Breeds Apr 15 to Aug 10
Western Grebe aechmophorus occidentalis
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6743
Breeds Jun 1 to Aug 31
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no data survey e ort breeding season probability of presence
Yellow bars denote a very liberal estimate of the time-frame inside which the bird breeds across its entire range. If there are no
yellow bars shown for a bird, it does not breed in your project area.
Survey E ort ()
Vertical black lines superimposed on probability of presence bars indicate the number of surveys performed for that species in
the 10km grid cell(s) your project area overlaps. The number of surveys is expressed as a range, for example, 33 to 64 surveys.
To see a bar's survey e ort range, simply hover your mouse cursor over the bar.
No Data ()
A week is marked as having no data if there were no survey events for that week.
Survey Timeframe
Surveys from only the last 10 years are used in order to ensure delivery of currently relevant information. The exception to this
is areas o the Atlantic coast, where bird returns are based on all years of available data, since data in these areas is currently
much more sparse.
SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
American Avocet
BCC - BCR
American White Pelican
BCC - BCR
Bald Eagle
Non-BCC Vulnerable
California Gull
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Calliope Hummingbird
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Clark's Grebe
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Evening Grosbeak
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Franklin's Gull
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Golden Eagle
Non-BCC Vulnerable
Lesser Yellowlegs
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Lewis's Woodpecker
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Long-eared Owl
BCC Rangewide (CON)
SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Northern Harrier
BCC - BCR
Olive-sided Flycatcher
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Pectoral Sandpiper
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Rufous Hummingbird
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Sage Thrasher
BCC - BCR
Western Grebe
BCC Rangewide (CON)
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Tell me more about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds.
Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize impacts to all birds at any location year round.
Implementation of these measures is particularly important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding
in the area, identifying the locations of any active nests and avoiding their destruction is a very helpful impact minimization measure. To see when
birds are most likely to occur and be breeding in your project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures or permits
may be advisable depending on the type of activity you are conducting and the type of infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the list of migratory birds that potentially occur in my speci ed location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) and other species that may warrant special
attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on
a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and ltered to return a list of those birds reported as
occurring in the 10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identi ed as warranting special attention because they are a
BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to o shore activities or
development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that
may occur in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the Rapid Avian Information Locator
(RAIL) Tool.
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds potentially occurring in my speci ed location?
The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN).
This data is derived from a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets.
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information becomes available. To learn more about how the
probability of presence graphs are produced and how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me
about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering or migrating in my area?
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding, wintering, migrating or year-round), you may query your
location using the RAIL Tool and look at the range maps provided for birds in your area at the bottom of the pro les provided for each bird in
your results. If a bird on your migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if that bird does occur in your project area, there
may be nests present at some point within the timeframe speci ed. If "Breeds elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your
project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern:
1. "BCC Rangewide" birds are Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) that are of concern throughout their range anywhere within the USA
(including Hawaii, the Paci c Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands);
2. "BCC - BCR" birds are BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA; and
3. "Non-BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on your list either because of the Eagle Act requirements
(for eagles) or (for non-eagles) potential susceptibilities in o shore areas from certain types of development or activities (e.g. o shore energy
development or longline shing).
Although it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, e orts should be made, in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to
the birds on this list, especially eagles and BCC species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can
implement to help avoid and minimize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles, please see the FAQs for these topics.
Details about birds that are potentially a ected by o shore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species and groups of bird species within your project
area o the Atlantic Coast, please visit the Northeast Ocean Data Portal. The Portal also o ers data and information about other taxa besides
birds that may be helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird model results les underlying the portal maps
through the NOAA NCCOS Integrative Statistical Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic
Outer Continental Shelf project webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use throughout the year, including migration. Models relying
on survey data may not include this information. For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Study and the
nanotag studies or contact Caleb Spiegel or Pam Loring.
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What if I have eagles on my list?
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid violating the Eagle Act should such impacts
occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of birds of priority concern. To learn more about how
your list is generated, and see options for identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the FAQ "What does IPaC use to
generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my speci ed location". Please be aware this report provides the "probability of presence" of
birds within the 10 km grid cell(s) that overlap your project; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, please also look carefully at
the survey e ort (indicated by the black vertical bar) and for the existence of the "no data" indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high survey e ort is
the key component. If the survey e ort is high, then the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In contrast, a low
survey e ort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore, a lack of certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is
simply a starting point for identifying what birds of concern have the potential to be in your project area, when they might be there, and if they
might be breeding (which means nests might be present). The list helps you know what to look for to con rm presence, and helps guide you in
knowing when to implement conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your project activities, should presence be
con rmed. To learn more about conservation measures, visit the FAQ "Tell me about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or
minimize impacts to migratory birds" at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page.
Facilities
National Wildlife Refuge lands
Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination'
conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns.
There are no refuge lands at this location.
Fish hatcheries
There are no sh hatcheries at this location.
Wetlands in the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI)
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or
other State/Federal statutes.
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District.
Wetland information is not available at this time
This can happen when the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map service is unavailable, or for very large projects that
intersect many wetland areas. Try again, or visit the NWI map to view wetlands at this location.
Data limitations
The Service's objective of mapping wetlands and deepwater habitats is to produce reconnaissance level information on the location, type and size
of these resources. The maps are prepared from the analysis of high altitude imagery. Wetlands are identi ed based on vegetation, visible
hydrology and geography. A margin of error is inherent in the use of imagery; thus, detailed on-the-ground inspection of any particular site may
result in revision of the wetland boundaries or classi cation established through image analysis.
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The accuracy of image interpretation depends on the quality of the imagery, the experience of the image analysts, the amount and quality of the
collateral data and the amount of ground truth veri cation work conducted. Metadata should be consulted to determine the date of the source
imagery used and any mapping problems.
Wetlands or other mapped features may have changed since the date of the imagery or eld work. There may be occasional di erences in
polygon boundaries or classi cations between the information depicted on the map and the actual conditions on site.
Data exclusions
Certain wetland habitats are excluded from the National mapping program because of the limitations of aerial imagery as the primary data
source used to detect wetlands. These habitats include seagrasses or submerged aquatic vegetation that are found in the intertidal and subtidal
zones of estuaries and nearshore coastal waters. Some deepwater reef communities (coral or tuber cid worm reefs) have also been excluded
from the inventory. These habitats, because of their depth, go undetected by aerial imagery.
Data precautions
Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over wetlands may de ne and describe wetlands in a di erent manner than that
used in this inventory. There is no attempt, in either the design or products of this inventory, to de ne the limits of proprietary jurisdiction of any
Federal, state, or local government or to establish the geographical scope of the regulatory programs of government agencies. Persons intending
to engage in activities involving modi cations within or adjacent to wetland areas should seek the advice of appropriate Federal, state, or local
agencies concerning speci ed agency regulatory programs and proprietary jurisdictions that may a ect such activities.
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Toxics Cleanup
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Cleanup Site Status
Awaiting cleanup
Cleanup started
Monitoring cleanup progress
Cleanup complete
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Feet
LEGEND
Streets
Railroad
Shoreline
Lot Line
Airport
Moses Lake
Planned Development District
City Limits
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT AREA
GENERAL COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
BUSINESS & OFFICE CENTER
INDUSTRIAL
PUBLIC FACILITIES
PARKS & OPEN SPACE
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE
PORT OF MOSES LAKE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE | LAND USE ELEMENT | FIGURE LU-4 | FUTURE LAND USE
Date: 10/29/2021
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THIS MAP WAS PRODUCED BY THE CITY OF MOSES LAKE FOR VISUAL REFERENCE ONLY. THE ACCURACY OF ALL INFORMATION SHOULD BE CONFIRMED WITH CITY STAFF.
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Shoreline Environmental Designation
Esri, HERE, Garmin, Earthstar Geographics
Shoreline Environment Designation
High Intensity
High Intensity-Resource
Water Oriented Parks & Public Facilities
Shoreline Residential - 25ft
Shoreline Residential-Resource - 25ft
Shoreline Residential-Resource - 50ft
Shoreline Residential-Resource - 100ft
Shoreline Residential-Special Resource - 150ft
Natural
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LONGVIEW PARK
MUNICIPAL TRACTS PROPERTY
NEPPEL LANDING
PAUL LAUZIER ATHLETIC COMPLEX
CASCADE PARK
MCCOSH PARK
LOWER PENINSULA PARK
LARSON RECREATION CENTER
LARSON PLAYFIELD COMPLEX
Parks and Trails Map
National Geographic, Esri, Garmin, HERE, UNEP-WCMC, USGS,NASA, ESA, METI, NRCAN, GEBCO, NOAA, increment P Corp.
ACTIVITY TRAILS
MULTI-USE PATH
BIKE LANE
4 FT SHOULDER
SHARROW
FUTURE
UNDEVELOPED PARK LAND
DEVELOPED PARK, NO RESTROOM
DEVELOPED PARK WITH RESTROOM
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Environmental Figures
APPENDIX C
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(BLANK PAGE)
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Farmland Classification—Grant County, Washington(Moses Lake UGA Farmland Classification)
Natural ResourcesConservation Service Web Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey 5/6/2022Page 1 of 852160005219000522200052250005228000523100052340005216000521900052220005225000522800052310005234000311000314000317000320000323000326000329000332000335000338000341000
311000 314000 317000 320000 323000 326000 329000 332000 335000 338000 341000
47° 15' 1'' N 119° 29' 59'' W47° 15' 1'' N119° 4' 42'' W47° 3' 50'' N
119° 29' 59'' W47° 3' 50'' N
119° 4' 42'' WN
Map projection: Web Mercator Corner coordinates: WGS84 Edge tics: UTM Zone 11N WGS84
0 5000 10000 20000 30000Feet
0 2000 4000 8000 12000Meters
Map Scale: 1:146,000 if printed on A landscape (11" x 8.5") sheet.
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MAP LEGEND
Area of Interest (AOI)
Area of Interest (AOI)
Soils
Soil Rating Polygons
Not prime farmland
All areas are prime farmland
Prime farmland if drained
Prime farmland if protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if irrigated
Prime farmland if drained and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if irrigated and drained
Prime farmland if irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if subsoiled, completely removing the root inhibiting soil layer
Prime farmland if irrigated and the product of I (soil erodibility) x C (climate
factor) does not exceed 60
Prime farmland if irrigated
and reclaimed of excess salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide
importance
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained
Farmland of statewide importance, if protected from flooding or not
frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide
importance, if irrigated
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained and either protected from flooding or not frequently
flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide
importance, if irrigated and drained
Farmland of statewide
importance, if irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if subsoiled, completely removing the
root inhibiting soil layer
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated
and the product of I (soil erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and reclaimed of excess salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained or either protected from
flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough, and either drained or either protected from flooding or
not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough
Farmland of statewide importance, if thawed
Farmland of local
importance
Farmland of local importance, if irrigated
Farmland of unique importance
Not rated or not available
Soil Rating Lines
Not prime farmland
All areas are prime farmland
Prime farmland if drained
Prime farmland if protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing
season
Prime farmland if irrigated
Prime farmland if drained and either protected from flooding
or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if irrigated and drained
Prime farmland if
irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
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Prime farmland if subsoiled, completely removing the root
inhibiting soil layer
Prime farmland if irrigated and the product of I (soil
erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60
Prime farmland if irrigated and reclaimed of excess salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide importance
Farmland of statewide
importance, if drained
Farmland of statewide importance, if protected
from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained and either protected from
flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and drained
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the
growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if subsoiled,
completely removing the root inhibiting soil layer
Farmland of statewide
importance, if irrigated and the product of I (soil erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and reclaimed of excess
salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained or
either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough, and either drained or either
protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough
Farmland of statewide importance, if thawed
Farmland of local importance
Farmland of local
importance, if irrigated
Farmland of unique importance
Not rated or not available
Soil Rating Points
Not prime farmland
All areas are prime farmland
Prime farmland if drained
Prime farmland if protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if irrigated
Prime farmland if drained and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if irrigated and drained
Prime farmland if irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Prime farmland if subsoiled, completely removing the root
inhibiting soil layer
Prime farmland if irrigated and the product
of I (soil erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60
Prime farmland if irrigated and reclaimed of excess salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide importance
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained
Farmland of statewide
importance, if protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated
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Farmland of statewide importance, if drained and either protected from
flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and drained
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the
growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if subsoiled,
completely removing the root inhibiting soil layer
Farmland of statewide
importance, if irrigated and the product of I (soil erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60
Farmland of statewide importance, if irrigated and reclaimed of excess
salts and sodium
Farmland of statewide importance, if drained or
either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough, and either drained or either
protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season
Farmland of statewide importance, if warm enough
Farmland of statewide importance, if thawed
Farmland of local importance
Farmland of local
importance, if irrigated
Farmland of unique importance
Not rated or not available
Water Features
Streams and Canals
Transportation
Rails
Interstate Highways
US Routes
Major Roads
Local Roads
Background
Aerial Photography
The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at 1:24,000.
Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map
measurements.
Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation ServiceWeb Soil Survey URL: Coordinate System: Web Mercator (EPSG:3857)
Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator
projection, which preserves direction and shape but distorts distance and area. A projection that preserves area, such as the Albers equal-area conic projection, should be used if more accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data
as of the version date(s) listed below.
Soil Survey Area: Grant County, WashingtonSurvey Area Data: Version 15, Aug 23, 2021
Soil map units are labeled (as space allows) for map scales 1:50,000 or larger.
Date(s) aerial images were photographed: Jan 1, 1999—Dec 31, 2003
The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were compiled and digitized probably differs from the background imagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor
shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Farmland Classification
Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
12 Aquents, ponded Not prime farmland 109.4 0.3%
26 Burbank loamy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent
slopes
Not prime farmland 65.7 0.2%
36 Ekrub fine sand, 0 to 25 percent slopes Farmland of unique importance 6.1 0.0%
40 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 7,596.8 22.7%
41 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent
slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 636.0 1.9%
42 Ephrata fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent
slopes
Farmland of unique importance 95.5 0.3%
43 Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent
slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 430.6 1.3%
44 Ephrata gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 89.9 0.3%
45 Ephrata-Malaga
complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Not prime farmland 1,127.7 3.4%
46 Ephrata-Malaga
complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes
Farmland of unique
importance
182.9 0.5%
47 Esquatzel silt loam Prime farmland if
irrigated
10.9 0.0%
68 Kittitas silt loam Not prime farmland 13.5 0.0%
73 Malaga gravelly sandy
loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes
Not prime farmland 4,072.7 12.2%
74 Malaga gravelly sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes
Farmland of unique importance 32.8 0.1%
75 Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Farmland of unique importance 941.4 2.8%
76 Malaga cobbly sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes
Farmland of unique importance 297.1 0.9%
77 Malaga stony sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent
slopes
Farmland of unique importance 6,650.4 19.9%
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Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
78 Malaga very stony
sandy loam, 0 to 35 percent slopes
Not prime farmland 485.1 1.4%
79 Malaga-Ephrata complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Not prime farmland 182.7 0.5%
80 Neppel fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes Farmland of statewide importance 27.3 0.1%
86 Outlook very fine sandy
loam
Farmland of statewide
importance
60.9 0.2%
88 Pits Not prime farmland 116.7 0.3%
89 Prosser very fine sandy
loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Farmland of statewide
importance
26.6 0.1%
91 Prosser very fine sandy
loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes
Farmland of unique
importance
130.2 0.4%
94 Prosser-Starbuck very fine sandy loams, 0 to 15 percent slopes
Farmland of unique importance 187.4 0.6%
96 Quincy sand, 5 to 25 percent slopes, eroded
Not prime farmland 25.6 0.1%
97 Quincy fine sand, 2 to 15 percent slopes Farmland of unique importance 850.6 2.5%
98 Quincy loamy fine sand,
0 to 15 percent slopes
Farmland of unique
importance
10.7 0.0%
99 Quincy loamy fine sand, 15 to 35 percent slopes
Farmland of unique importance 2.5 0.0%
113 Royal loamy fine sand, 0
to 10 percent slopes
Farmland of statewide
importance
194.8 0.6%
115 Royal very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent
slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 213.9 0.6%
116 Royal very fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent
slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 100.4 0.3%
121 Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 37.9 0.1%
122 Sagehill very fine sandy
loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes
Farmland of statewide
importance
57.5 0.2%
132 Scoon silt loam, 0 to 5
percent slopes
Not prime farmland 1,715.1 5.1%
133 Scoon silt loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes Farmland of unique importance 12.4 0.0%
135 Scoon complex, 0 to 10 percent slopes Not prime farmland 17.6 0.1%
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Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
136 Shano silt loam, 0 to 2
percent slopes
Prime farmland if
irrigated
0.3 0.0%
137 Shano silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes Farmland of statewide importance 0.1 0.0%
141 Starbuck very fine sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent
slopes
Not prime farmland 75.5 0.2%
142 Starbuck stony silt loam, 0 to 30 percent slopes Not prime farmland 1.8 0.0%
145 Starbuck-Prosser complex, 0 to 25 percent slopes
Not prime farmland 132.1 0.4%
151 Taunton loamy fine sand, 0 to 10 percent slopes
Farmland of statewide importance 26.7 0.1%
152 Taunton fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent
slopes
Farmland of statewide importance 131.9 0.4%
154 Taunton fine sandy loam, 5 to 10 percent
slopes
Farmland of unique importance 7.2 0.0%
164 Timmerman loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes Farmland of statewide importance 160.9 0.5%
165 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 475.6 1.4%
166 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 2 to 5
percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 30.4 0.1%
167 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, 5 to 10
percent slopes
Prime farmland if irrigated 52.2 0.2%
168 Timmerman coarse sandy loam, thin
solum, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Farmland of statewide importance 7.7 0.0%
172 Umapine silt loam Not prime farmland 89.0 0.3%
176 Wanser-Quincy fine sands, 0 to 5 percent
slopes
Not prime farmland 125.4 0.4%
177 Warden silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes Prime farmland if irrigated 119.8 0.4%
178 Warden silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes Farmland of statewide importance 202.9 0.6%
179 Warden silt loam, 5 to
10 percent slopes
Farmland of unique
importance
19.9 0.1%
182 Wiehl fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes Prime farmland if irrigated 58.3 0.2%
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Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
184 Wiehl fine sandy loam,
15 to 35 percent slopes
Farmland of unique
importance
206.4 0.6%
186 Winchester sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes Farmland of statewide importance 191.8 0.6%
194 Water Not prime farmland 4,526.1 13.5%
Totals for Area of Interest 33,457.8 100.0%
Description
Farmland classification identifies map units as prime farmland, farmland of
statewide importance, farmland of local importance, or unique farmland. It
identifies the location and extent of the soils that are best suited to food, feed,
fiber, forage, and oilseed crops. NRCS policy and procedures on prime and
unique farmlands are published in the "Federal Register," Vol. 43, No. 21,
January 31, 1978.
Rating Options
Aggregation Method: No Aggregation Necessary
Tie-break Rule: Lower
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CHAPTER 5:TRIBUTARY SUMMARY REPORTS
5.1 INTRODUCTION
The wastewater service area for Moses Lake includes only the area within the existing Urban
Growth Area (UGA)boundary for the City of Moses Lake.The Moses Lake service area
consists of two wastewater treatment facilities:Sand Dimes Wastewater Treatment Facility and
Larson Wastewater Treatment Facility.All wastewater treated by the City of Moses Lake flows
to either of these two treatment facilities.Each of these two Moses Lake wastewater service
areas are divided into tributaries,and some tributaries are further divided into sub-tributaries for
further analysis.Tributaries [01]through [41]are within the Sand Dimes Basin.Tributaries
[42]through [53]are within the Larson Basin.
Wastewater tributaries are mapped to analyze wastewater usage within each tributary,to aid in
predicting future flows,and to identify specific points in the wastewater system that will need to
be up-sized as service areas increase their wastewater output.Primarily,each lift station in the
Moses Lake service area is at the discharge point of a tributary,and each tributary is outlined as
the area of gravity flow to that lift station.Secondly,areas served by existing low-pressure
effluent systems are outlined as a tributary,upstream from the point where the low-pressure
effluent main discharges to a gravity system.Thirdly,undeveloped areas that will require a lift
station,or other treatment or conveyance method,are outlined as tributaries;although,they may
have no existing discharge to the municipal sewer system.Finally,some private systems that
discharge to the municipal wastewater system are outlined as tributaries.
Sub-tributaries are smaller areas within wastewater tributaries,that are created to help analyze
and predict flows within a wastewater tributary.Sub-tributaries are created for all schools,
many manufactured home/RV parks,significant industrial dischargers (SIDs),users with private
pump stations,and other specific areas within a tributary that differ substantially from the
remainder of the tributary.
Summary reports are provided in this chapter for all wastewater tributaries.Each summary
report includes the following information:
General description of the wastewater infrastructure for the tributary.
Acreage of the residential,commercial,industrial,and public areas within the
wastewater tributary is based on municipal zoning maps.
Number of existing residential units within the tributary,and the ultimate number
of residential units that may be served within the tributary.For developed
properties,ultimate residential units are based on the number of lots created
within a development.For undeveloped properties,ultimate residential units are
based on the maximum number of residential units allowed for that zone.
Sub-tributaries are listed and described to aid in calculating flow characteristics
for atypical properties.
Tributaries that are immediately upstream are listed,with their contributing
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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flows,
Calculated flows for 2014,based on Table 5.1.1 parameters.
Adjusted flows for 2014 are revisions of the calculated flows for a tributary,
balanced to correspond with measured flows.Data shown in bold type for
adjusted flows generally indicates that the information was from measurements,
and held constant in balancing the tributary.
Predicted flows for 2021,estimated by distributing a proportionate share of the
City’s estimated 3 percent annual growth for a tributary,based on its potential for
growth in the next 6 years.The potential was determined on a case by case basis,
with the percentage of undeveloped property considered,aa well as the
tributary’s likelihood to develop.
Ultimate flows are calculated with the assumption that existing uses will be
unchanged,but that new development will be at maximum rates in accordance
with Table 5.1.1.Ultimate flows do not include any allowances for existing uses
that could be redeveloped with higher discharge rates.
Peak daily flows are estimated for each tributary using peak factors of 2.5 for
commercial and residential areas,and 1.5 for industrial areas,unless measured
data provides better information.
Capacities of wastewater mains and lift stations are listed in each summary for
infrastructure that will be affected by the discharge from the wastewater tributary.
Comments section at the conclusion of each summary will include improvements
or suggestions for the tributary.
Table 5.1.2 is provided to show design capacities of force mains at 6 fps,gravity
mains at minimum slopes,and siphons at 3 fps.
Pipe capacities are shown for existing pipes affected the upstream tributary.
Capacities of force mains are based on a velocity of 6 fps.Capacities of gravity
mains are based on Manning’s equation (see below),based on existing recorded
elevations at the downstream and upstream manholes,and assuming the pipe is
running full.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Where:Q =Flow in CFS
A=Area of pipe in SF
R=Hydraulic radius in feet,or D/4 for a pipe
running full
S=Slope of pipe in ft/ft
n=0.013 (roughness coefficient)
D=Diameter of inside pipe in feet
Q=(1.486 A RA)^?S^O^/H
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TABLE 5.1.1:Parameters for calculating existing flows,ultimate flows,and pipe capacities
residential use per person 70 gallons per day
residential unit 2.7 persons per household (0.1313 gpm).
The Land Use Comprehensive Plan estimates
2.59 persons per household in the City limits,
and 2.97 persons per household in the
unincorporated UGA,based on the 2010
Census figures.
4 residential units per acre (0.525 gpm/acre)low-density residential zones,undeveloped
medium-density residential,undeveloped 8 residential units per acre (1.05 gpm/acre)
15 residential units per acre (2 gpm/acre)high-density residential zones,undeveloped
residential units are counted as the number of
actual units installed,or by the number of
platted lots if residential units are not
installed
residential zones,developed
commercial/industrial zones,developed 0.5 gpm/acre,or the remainder of the existing
measured flows after the residential use is
deducted,or as deduced from water service
records
0.5 gpm/acreundevelopedcommercialzones
undeveloped industrial zones 0.5 gpm/10 acres
permitted useIndustrialwastewaterusers
designed at 6 fpsforcemains
based on Manning’s equations,using
minimum slopes and roughness coefficients
in Ecology’s “Criteria for Sewage Works
Design”,assuming pipes are running full
gravity mains
assuming a velocity of 3 fpssiphons
2.5 times ADF for commercial and
residential users,and 1.5 times ADF for
industrial users.For the wastewater
treatment plants,the PDF is determined by
the 2014 annual assessment of flows in the
Appendices.
Peak Daily Flow (PDF)
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Table 5.1.2:Minimum Pipe Design Capacities
force main (6 fps)siphons (3 fps)gravity mains
flow (gpm)diam.flow flow (gpm)diam.(in.)diam.slope ft/ft
(in.)(gpm) (in.)
47031328inch0.0040 341 8
235 10 inch4 0.0028 521
6 528 12 inch 7500.0022
8 940 15 inch 11220.0015
1468 18 inch 1632100.0012
12 2112
330415
16 3760
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5.2 TRIBUTARY SUMMARIES
5.2.1 Guardian Tributary [01]
Guardian Tributary is a low-pressure effluent system,with all contributors using privately
owned and operated,on-site pumps.Effluent from individual service connections discharge to
the 4-inch municipal low-pressure force main in Road N,contributing to Carnation [02]at
Manhole No.20-009.
ZONING
Guardian consists of an industrial zone with 313 acres.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
AmeriCold Corporation is a sub-tributary of Guardian Tributary,contributing an average
discharge of 41,800 gpd:consisting of 39,400 gpd industrial wastewater from cooling
processes,and 2400 gpd sanitary wastewater.
No adjacent tributaries contribute to Guardian Tributary.
FLOW ANALYSIS
In 2014,only Americold and REC Firehouse discharge to the 4-inch PVC force main in
Road N.Calculated flows in 2014 at Americold are based on Discharge Permit ST-
8124,allowing an MDF of 150 gpm for periods of 30 minutes,three times per day;and
an ADF of 29 gpm.Adjusted flows for 2014 are deduced by the assessment of flows at
Carnation [02].Wastewater flows cannot be measured by water usage records at
AmeriCold because much of the water is evaporated during the cooling process.
Predicted flows for 2021 are based on a prorated share of the 3 percent annual growth.
Ultimate flows are based on existing permitted flows and maximum usage for the
undeveloped properties.Peak daily flows are estimated at 1.5 times the average daily
flows,due to the industrial nature of the tributary;however,larger flows are authorized
for AmeriCold between 7 p.m.and 4 a.m.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)
TABLE 5.2.1A:Guardian
contributory flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 adj.2021
AmeriCold 29450291111
Guardian Fiberglass
(inactive)
791580007
REC Firehouse 1 0 1 1 1 1
Undeveloped Industrial 109 0 0 0 2 55
TOTAL 1643130301221
2014 PDF:18 gpm (151.5 between 7 pm and 4 am)
2021 PDF:32 gpm (165 between 7 pm and 4 am)
ultimate PDF:246 gpm (352.5 during the hours of 7 pm to 4 am)
Table 5.2.IB:Downstream pipe capacities from Guardian
pipe size Notesdownstreamslope(%)upstream pipe
capacity
(gpm)
4-inch low-pressure
force main
MH 20-009 forcemain4 235
MH 20-009 MH 20-007 8 607 EKA1.25
[03]
MH 20-007 MH 20-001 12 0.57 1204
MH 20-001 MH 20-002 12 1.07 1651
MH 20-002 MH 20-003 12 1.00 1599
MH 20-003 MH 20-008 1.76 1122121
MH 20-008 MH 20-004 12 1.77 2126
MH 20-004 MH 20-005 12 61.94 2224
MH 20-005 MH 20-006 12 1.63 2044
MH 20-006 MH 17-001 12 2.18 2358 2
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1455120.83MH17-001 MH 17-002
MH 17-003 12 0.82 1449MH17-002
0.86 1484MH17-003 MH 17-004 12
MH 17-005 12 1.22 1763MH17-004
12 0.76 1391MH17-009MH17-005
0.65 1292 3MH17-006 12MH17-009
MH 17-007 12 0.72 1357MH17-006
1345120.71MH17-007 MH 17-008
0.68 4MH18-001 12 1315MH17-008
Carnation Wetwell 5187.93 13280MH18-001
MH 20-004 also receives discharge from REC private force main.
Private force main discharges to MH 20-006 from south.
Private gravity main enters MH 17-009 from north.
Private gravity main discharges to MH 17-008 from north.
D &L Foundry private gravity main discharges to MH 18-001 from north.
Assumption on size and slope.
Refer to Carnation [02]for capacities downstream of Carnation Lift Station.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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5.2.2 CARNATION TRIBUTARY [02]
Carnation Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Carnation Lift Station at 12975 NE
Wheeler Road.Carnation Lift Station discharges to the Wheeler Tributary [33],through an 8-inch Cl force main to Manhole 18-003.A parallel 8-inch PVC force main was installed in 1991
(C-237)to reduce the pressure on the 8-inch force main.The parallel force main starts on the
north side of Wheeler Road,and extends west for about 2000 feet,but does not extend to either
the Carnation Lift Station or to MH 18-003.
ZONING
Carnation Tributary consists of an industrial zone of 1557 acres and a public zone of
9.76 acres.The Carnation Tributary is currently estimated at 50 percent of its ultimate
development.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Carnation Tributary receives contributory flows from Guardian [01]and EKA [03].
Carnation Tributary consists of several private,industrial force mains that discharge to
the 12-inch gravity main in Wheeler Road,including REC [2C],International Paper
[2B],Maiers Industrial Park,and D&L Foundry.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Permitted flows for wastewater discharge permits are used to calculate flows of 433 gpm
for 2014.However,actual flows at Carnation Lift Station for 2014 were 222 gpm.
Therefore,2014 adjusted flows for the tributary are balanced evenly,holding measured
flows at EKA [03]at 120 gpm.Flow predictions for 2021 are based on Carnation’s
prorated share of the City’s 3 percent annual growth.Ultimate flows are based on
existing permitted flows and maximum usage for the undeveloped properties.Peak daily
flows are estimated at 1.5 times the average daily flow because of the industrial nature of
the tributary.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
TABLE 5.2.2A:Carnation
Contributory Flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
D &L Foundry,Inc.,12970
Wheeler Road,SWDP
ST0008107 [2A]
53 0 14 5.6 8 14
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25025101415InternationalPaper,13594
Wheeler Road,SWDP
ST0008085 [2B]
14614658.4 84RECSolarGradeSilicon,3322
Road N,SWDP ST-8121 [2C]
250 0
16 23 4040MaiersIndustrialPark[2D]98 0
10 0 0 0 0 5public
57000 0 13undevelopedindustrial1141
1643012213130Guardian[01]
77812340178120144EKA[03]
174243330731140222TOTAL
2014 PDF:333 gpm
2021 PDF:461 gpm
ultimate:2613 gpm
Carnation Lift Station pumped an average of 539 gpm during 2014.
Table 5.2.2B:Downstream pipe capacities from Carnation
pipe size slope (%)Notesdownstreamupstreampipe
capacity
(gpm)
force
main
940 1MHW18-003 8CarnationWetwell
0.25 1447MHW18-004 15MHW18-003
0.35 1710MHW18-005 15MHW18-004
0.38 1785MHW18-006 15MHW18-005
15 0.12 1000MH13-027MHW18-006
1369 20.2215MH13-026MH13-027
15 0.19 1273MH13-013MH13-026
0.17 119515MH13-012MH13-013
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MH 13-012 MH 13-011 15 0.25 1451
MH 13-011 MH 13-010 0.14 108615
MH 13-010 MH 13-009 15 0.27 1519
MH 13-009 MH 13-056 15 0.23 1404
MH 13-056 1796MH13-008 15 0.38
MH 13-008 MH 13-047 12 0.74 1375
MH 13-047 1428MH13-007 12 0.80
MH 13-007 MH 13-006 1452120.83
MH 13-006 1974MH13-005 12 1.52
MH 13-005 MH 13-004 1.40 189012
MH 13-004 MH 24-017 1316120.68
MH 24-017 1992 3MH24-016 12 1.55
MH 24-016 MH 24-15 2779123.02
MH 24-15 MH 24-014 12 2.89 2716
MH 24-014 MH 24-013 1090120.47
MH 24-013 MH 24-012 346100.12
MH 24-012 MH 24-006 1.09 102710
MH 24-006 MH 23-098 10 1.79 1315
MH 23-098 MH 23-099 12651.6610
MH 23-099 MH 23-100 10 4.36 2053
MH 23-100 MH 23-101 2201105.01
MH 23-101 MH 14-042 999101.03
MH 14-042 MH 14-043 6.65 13998
MH 14-043 MH 14-045 8 12735.52
MH 14-045 MH 14-096 12 1.82 2158
MH 14-096 MH 14-097 10 4.14 2001
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MH 14-097 MH 14-098 10 25.74 4989
MH 14-098 12MH14-051 0.16 635 [34]
Wheeler WetwellMH14-051 12 1.21 1759
Refer to Wheeler [33]for capacities downstream of Wheeler Lift Station.
1.Parallel 8-inch force main is installed for a portion of this segment to reduce friction
losses.
2.Private flows enter from Moses Lake Industrial Park gravity main that has not been
accepted by the City.
3.Private gravity main discharges to MH 24-011,contributing to MH 24-017 from
south.
COMMENTS
The Carnation Tributary receives contributory flows from several industrial force mains
and EKA Lift Station.Simultaneous discharges from multiple sources may cause some
surging upstream of the Carnation Lift Station.
The industrial nature and growth potential for the Carnation Tributary will need to be
monitored closely as the area develops,to ensure upgrades are installed as necessary.
Manhole 24-013 should be monitored periodically to determine whether pipe upgrades
or revisions may be needed for flow capacity in the downstream pipes.
Carnation tributary will benefit if a portion of Eka [03]is routed through Kittelson and
to Sand Dimes,bypassing Carnation,as that tributary develops in the future.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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5.2.3 EKA TRIBUTARY [03]
EKA Tributary is a gravity system that drains to EKA Lift Station at 2679 NE Road N.EKA
Lift Station discharges to the Carnation [02]via a 6-inch PVC force main to Manhole No.20-007 at Wheeler Road and Road N.
ZONING
Eka Tributary is a 1200-acre industrial/agricultural zone,which could eventually be
converted to Industrial.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
The EKA Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Akzo Nobel and Norco,Inc.are the only contributors to wastewater flows at the EKA
Lift Station as of March 2015.Both of these industries are permitted to discharge to the
City’s POTW in accordance with State Wastewater discharge permits issued by the
Department of Ecology (ST0008078 and ST0008114).In accordance with those
permits,Akzo is authorized to discharge 125 gpm and Norco is authorized to discharge
53 gpm,for a total of 178 gpm.Recorded flows at EKA Lift station in 2014 measured
an average of 120 gpm.Therefore,the 2014 balanced flow was adjusted evenly between
Norco and EKA to reflect the actual flows for 2014.2021 flows are predicted by adding
EKA’s prorated share of the City’s estimated 3 percent annual growth to the 2014
adjusted flows.Peak daily flows are estimated at 1.5 times the average daily flow
because of the industrial nature of the tributary.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.3A:EKA contributory
flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 202
adj.1
[3A]Akzo Nobel 6 84 96 1250125
[3B]Norco,Inc.53270364153
Undeveloped industrial 1201 0 0 0 6007
TOTAL 1234 0 178 778144120
2014 PDF:180 gpm
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2021 PDF:216 gpm
ultimate PDF:1167 gpm
EKA Lift Station pumped an average of 212 gpm during 2014.
Table 5.2.3B:Downstream pipe capacities from EKA.
slope (%)Notesdownstreamupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
6 force
main
EKA Wetwell MH 20-007 528
Refer to Table 5.2.1 (Guardian [01])for capacities downstream of MH 20-007.
COMMENTS
Eka Lift Station pumps may need to be up sized as new industrial growth develops in
this tributary.
The EKA Tributary has an area of 1234 acres,of which Norco and Akzo occupy only 33
acres.Downstream pipe and lift stations may need to be up-sized for continued
development in EKA Tributary.Alternately,as EKA develops,a portion of the
tributary could be rerouted through Kittelson [04]to Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment
Facility;bypassing Carnation [02],Wheeler [33],Main [09],and Headworks (COF)
[39].This would require a crossing under Interstate 90 and SR 17.
1.
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5.2.4 KITTELSON TRIBUTARY [04]
The Kittelson Tributary is currently not served with municipal sewer.To serve the area,a lift
station would be required,preferably in the lowest point of the tributary,such that gravity mains
could serve the entire tributary.The force main could be connected from Kittelson Lift Station
to gravity mains in Nelson [07],Clover [05],or Division [08];or directly to Sand Dunes
Wastewater Treatment Facility.This summary report bases its analysis on the assumption that
Kittelson Tributary will discharge to Nelson [07].The City has no plans to install the Kittelson
Lift Station or the associated force main—those improvements would be developer driven.
However,Kittelson Lift Station could be eliminated if a gravity main is installed from Kittelson
to South1-90 West Lift Station (future).
ZONING
Kittelson Tributary consists of 420 acres of general commercial,98 acres of low-density
residential,and 4 acres of public.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Kittelson Tributary is an inactive tributary.No adjacent tributaries are planned to
contribute through Kittelson Tributary when it is developed.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Predicted flows for 2021 by adding a proportionate share of the City’s estimated 3
percent annual growth.
Ultimate flows Kittelson Tributary are estimated on parameters in Table 5.1.1.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.4A:Kittelson
Contributory Flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
low-density residential 4998400001
general commercial 420 2100003.5
public 4 0 0 0 2.5
TOTAL 261522400005
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:12.5 gpm
ultimate PDF:652
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Table 5.2.4B:Downstream pipe capacities from Kittelson (assuming connection to Nelson
[07]at MH 36-017).
slope (%)downstream Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Kittelson Wetwell future
force
main
MH 36-017 8 940
MH 36-017 MH 36-016 8 0.78 479
MH 36-016 MH 36-001 8 0.59 418
MH 36-001 MH 36-002 8 0.49 379
MH 36-002 MH 36-003 8 0.48 374
MH 36-003 MH 36-004 8 0.79 482
MH 36-004 MH 36-014 8 0.45 365
8 0.32MH36-014 MH 36-005 305 1
MH 36-005 MH 36-006 8 0.90 515
MH 36-006 MH 36-007 8 0.76 474
MH 36-008 8 1.01MH36-007 545
8 1.38MH36-008 MH 36-009 636
MH 36-010 10 0.25 487MH36-009
10 0.27MH36-010 MH 36-011 508
10MH26-001 0.32 558MH36-011
10 1.13MH26-001 MH 26-002 1044
0.248MH26-002 MH 26-149 266
10 0.48MH26-146 677MH26-149
10 0.53MH26-143 717MH26-146
10 0.54 2MH26-142 725MH26-143
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downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gPm)
MH 26-142 MH 26-141 10 0.43 644
MH 26-141 MH 26-140 10 0.33 566
MH 26-140 MH 26-139 10 0.23 475
MH 26-139 MH 26-138 10 0.25 491
MH 26-138 MH 26-137 10 0.29 525
MH 26-137 MH 26-136 10 0.36 592
MH 26-136 MH 26-135 516100.28
MH 26-135 MH 26-134 10 5080.27
MH 26-134 MH 26-133 10 0.23 472
MH 26-133 MH 26-132 10 0.23 472
MH 26-132 MH 26-131 10 5990.37
MH 26-131 MH 26-130 10 0.24 479
MH 26-130 MH 26-129 10 0.12 336
MH 26-129 MH 26-128 10 0.22 462
MH 26-128 MH 26-127 10 0.26 505
MH 26-127 MH 26-126 10 0.74 844
MH 26-126 MH 26-125 10 0.05 212
MH 26-125 MH 27-085 10 0.95 957
MH 27-085 MH 27-087 10 8000.66
MH 27-087 MH 27-090 10 8360.72
MH 27-090 MH 27-093 10 0.81 886
MH 27-093 MH 27-099 10 8510.75
MH 27-099 MH 27-100 10 0.54 725
MH 27-100 MH 27-101 10 0.43 648
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downstream slope (%)r*\Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
MH 27-101 MH 27-102 10 0.36 588
MH 27-102 MH 27-108 10 0.27 509
MH 27-109 8 7.76 1511MH27-108
8 9.25 1649MH27-110MH27-109
MH 27-110 MH 27-157 8 3.76 1052
MH 27-168 8MH27-157 5.77 1303
MH 27-169 8 2.20 805MH27-168
MH 27-169 2.68 887MH27-171 8
12 0.30 876MH27-173MH27-171
12 0.19MH27-173 MH 27-174 689
12MH27-174 MH 27-175 0.28 852
12 0.34 936MH27-175 MH 27-176
12 0.21 734MH27-176 MH 27-177
12MH27-179 0.18 681MH27-177
MH 27-129 12 0.35 952MH27-179
MH 27-130 12 0.16 630MH27-129
12 0.22 749MH27-131MH27-130
12 0.28 847MH27-132MH27-131
MH 22-122 12 0.15 615MH27-132
Nelson Wetwell 12 1.31 1829MH22-122
Refer to Table 5.2.7B for capacities downstream of Nelson Lift Station,
private sewer main discharges to MH 36-014 from the south,
private sewer main discharges to MH 26-143 from the south.1.
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COMMENTS
1.As Kittelson Tributary is developed,downstream tributaries should be analyzed to
determine whether or not they have the capacity to receive the additional flows of up to
652 gpm.
Kittelson Tributary could discharge directly to the Sand Dunes Wastewater Facility,
bypassing Nelson [07],Division [08],Main [09],and Headworks (COF)[39].This
would require a force main under Interstate 90 and SR-17.If South1-90 East [36]lift
station and gravity sewer are developed,that lift station could be used to reduce the force
main length required on the south side of1-90.
Alternately,Nelson [07]may be the preferred downstream tributary for Kittelson’s
discharge:to bypass Division [08],Main [09],and Headworks (COF)[39].However,
bypassing the COF may justify a pretreatment chamber at the Kittelson Lift Station to
separate undesirable solids from affecting the Potato Hill force main.
Actual growth in Kittelson [03]will not occur until the lift station is installed.When the
lift station is constructed,actual growth may be substantially greater than the 3 percent
annual growth shown for 2021 predictions.
A 6-inch force main may be a better fit,for this zone,assuming that ultimate build out
will be less than maximum.At worse-case scenario,a 6-inch force main would have
velocities of 7.5 fps with ultimate PDF.However,consideration should be given to
whether or not a portion of EKA [03]will pass through Kittelson Lift Station.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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5.2.5 CLOVER TRIBUTARY [05]
Clover Tributary consists of gravity sewer mains that drain to Clover Drive Lift Station at 1630
S.Pioneer Way,at the intersection of Clover Drive and State Route 17.Clover Drive Lift
Station discharges to Nelson [07]via a 6-inch PVC force main that flows to MH 26-013 at the
north end of Sharon Avenue.
Three gravity mains drain to the Clover Drive Lift Station.In 2014,only the 8-inch gravity
main from Colonial Avenue had any service connections.The 10-inch gravity main from
Pilgrim Street and Clover Drive received its first service connection in 2015.The 12-inch
gravity main from the east side of State Route 17 (Ken Buley)is not in service,terminating at
MH 25-068.Additionally,the existing 10-inch gravity main from the south is connected to MH
26-002 in Nelson [07],which provides an emergency overflow for Clover Lift Station.
ZONING
Clover Tributary is predominantly general commercial,at about 45 percent ultimate
development.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Clover Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Clover Tributary consists of 213 acres of general commercial,and is about 45 percent of
ultimate development.Clover Drive Lift Station was reconstructed in 2014,so pump
records were not valid for the new pumps.Pump records on April 6,2015 indicate an
average flow of 22 gpm with peak flows of 54 gpm.These flows measurements from
2015 are used to adjust 2014 flow rates.
2021 flows are estimated by adding the 3 percent annual growth associated with Clover
Tributary.
Ultimate development is calculated as the existing adjusted flows for 2014,and 0.5
gpm/acre for the remaining undeveloped acreage.Peak daily flows are calculated at 2.5
times the average daily flows.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.5A:Clover
Contributory Flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
developed commercial 22960482222
undeveloped commercial 0 0 5911701
Total 213 0 48 23 8122
2014 PDF:55 gpm
2021 PDF:58 gpm
Ultimate PDF:268 gpm
Records from 2015 indicate that the Clover Lift Station pumps an average of 471 gpm.
Table 5.2.5B:Downstream pipe capacities from Clover Lift Station.
downstream Notesslope(%)upstream pipe size pipe
capacity
(gpm)
Clover Wetwell MH 26-013 8 force
main
940
MH 26-013 MH 26-014 8 0.89 510
MH 26-014 MH 26-015 8 0.33 310
MH 26-015 MH 26-230 8 0.73 462
MH 26-230 MH 26-016 8 0.50 381
MH 26-016 MH 26-017 386 180.51
MH 26-017 MH 26-117 8 0.72 460 2
MH 26-117 MH 26-216 8 0.35 320
MH 26-216 MH 26-025 8 0.49 378
MH 26-025 MH 26-026 8 0.51 387
MH 26-026 MH 26-033 8 0.53 396
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downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gPm)
8 0.34MH26-033 MH 26-176 317
MH 26-177 8 0.41 347MH26-176
MH 26-041 8 0.42 352MH26-177
MH 26-042 8 0.82 490MH26-041
8 1.70MH26-042 MH 26-043 708
8MH26-043 MH 26-045 2.27 816
MH 26-045 MH 26-046 8 3.66 1037
MH 26-046 MH 26-062 8 12.62 1926
8MH26-062 MH 26-063 15.56 2139
8MH26-063 MH 26-064 4.21 1113
8MH26-064 MH 27-142 3.43 1004
12MH27-142 MH 27-122 1.48 1946
Nelson Wetwell 12 1.31MH22-122 1829
Refer to Table 5.2.7B for capacities downstream of Nelson Lift Station.
1.Private main enters MH 26-017 from south.
2.Private main enters MH 26-117 from south
COMMENTS
When the Clover Lift Station discharges 471 gpm,some downstream manholes may
experience some surging while the flows dissipate.
Smaller pumps,with a smaller discharge rate may provide a reasonable solution to
handle the ultimate PDF without surcharging the downstream manholes.
1.
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5.2.6 LOWLANDER TRIBUTARY [06]
Lowlander Tributary is a private sewer system (see construction file C223)that is authorized per
contract signed on June 26,2009 to discharge to the City’s sewer force main on Potato Hill
Road at Goodrich/Baseline Road.
Terms of that agreement:
51 residential units may connect to the private system,as outlined in the contract
maps.
All units are required to install a septic tank in line.
All septic tanks are required to be pumped every four years,with Lowlander
Wastewater,Co.providing verification to the City.
All of the effluent is metered through the City-owned 3-inch mag meter at the
vicinity of Goodrich Road and Potato Hill Road.
All infrastructure,except for the meter,downstream of the City-owned isolation
valve at Potato Hill Road connection,is owned and maintained by Lowlander
Wastewater,Co.
The Lowlander Wastewater,Co.is billed as a commercial wholesaler,on a
monthly basis,with a surcharge typical for users outside the corporate limits.
An extra-territorial agreement and development charges are required prior to
each connection.
Lowlander Wastewater,Co.Shall pay the electric service for the magmeter,and
shall notify the City in the event of any power outage at the service meter
location.
No additional services are authorized to connect to the private system beyond the
51 units within the Lowlander Tributary.
ZONING
Lowlander is a low-density residential zone.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Lowlander has no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for 2014 are based on Table 5.1.1 parameters for residential usage.
Adjusted flows for 2014 are determined by the measurements at the mag meter in 2014.
The actual flows are substantially higher than calculated flows;therefore an assumption
is made that the existing private sewer infrastructure has an infiltration of about 4 gpm.
For 2021 predicted flows,additional connects are based on 3 percent per year,with the
assumption that 4 gpm infiltration will continue at the current rate.Ultimate flows
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assume full connection of 51 residential units allowed by contract,with the assumption
that the infiltration will continue.Peak Daily Flows are calculated at 2.5 times
residential calculations,plus 4 gpm for infiltration.
Table 5.2.6A:Lowlander
contributory flows
resid.units Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
2014
calc.
2014 ultimate2021
adj.
Residential 40 17/51 3 7 8 11
Total 40 51 3 7 8 11
2014 PDF:11.5 gpm
2021 PDF:14 gpm
Ultimate PDF:21.5 gpm
Table 5.2.6B:Pipe capacities downstream of Lowlander tee at Morgan Road and Potato Hill
Road
downstream slope pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(%)(gpm)
Potato Hill force Main force
main
Sand Dunes 20 5874 1
1.Portions of the Potato Hill force main have parallel pipes.
COMMENTS
The private lift station must develop enough pressure to overcome any line pressures in
the City’s force main in Potato Hill Road.
Existing flows from 2014 are excessive for the number of residential uses connected to
the system.Some reasons that the usage may be high:infiltration in the private sewer
mains and service lines;backflow from old cesspool into private lift station;mag meter
not calibrated correctly;check valves not working effectively.
The existing gravity system and lift station were not inspected by the City.The private
force main in Goodrich is not installed to city standards,consisting of 3-inch 200 IPS
PVC SDR 21 pipe.In the event that the private system fails to meet the criteria listed in
the contract,the City’s valve at Potato Hill Road may be closed to isolate the private
system from discharging to the City’s sewer system.
1.
2.
3.
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5.2.7 NELSON TRIBUTARY [07]
The Nelson Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Nelson Lift Station at 1304 South
Lakeway Drive,on the west end of Nelson Road.Nelson Lift Station pumps directly to Sand
Dunes Wastewater Treatment Facility through the Potato Hill force main.Valves installed on
the Potato Hill force main allow wastewater to be redirected from Nelson Lift Station to
Headworks (COF)[39]for holding,when the Potato Hill Force main needs to be out of service
for repairs or maintenance.
ZONING
Nelson Tributary consists of low-density residential (470 acres),high-density residential
(85 acres),general commercial (242 acres),schools,and public places.Undeveloped
property within the Nelson Tributary is predominantly high density residential and
general commercial.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Contributing tributaries include Clover [05]and Kittelson [04].
FLOW ANALYSIS
2014 calculated flows of 258 gpm are based on parameters in Table 5.1.1.Nelson Lift
Station records measured an average daily flow of 171 gpm.Existing low-density
residential units are based on the number of existing residential units.Moses Lake High
School and its pool are estimated from water usage records during winter months.The
pool discharges to the municipal sewer system.Church at 1515 Nelson Road is based on
2014 water usage records for the winter months.
Adjusted flows for 2014 hold the measured flows,and prorate the remaining flows to
balance the total flow for 2014.
Predicted flows for 2021 are estimated by prorating the 3 percent annual growth
associated with the Nelson Tributary across the areas that are prone to additional growth.
Ultimate flows assume that 2014 adjusted flows remain the same,but assumes that
undeveloped properties will be developed at maximum flow rates from Table 5.1.1
parameters.Peak flows are calculated at 2.5 times the average daily flows for
commercial and residential flows.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.7A:Nelson
contributory flows
acres
ultimate2014calc.2014 2021
adj.
existing general commercial 0 68.5 48 48 48137
0 52Futuregeneralcommercial104001
2014 low-density residential 1031 94.5 94.5 94.5470135
849 0 112undevelopedlow-density
residential
387 0 2
4.5 4.5MosesLakeHighSchool5804.5 4.5
1.5MosesLakeHighSchool01.5 1.5 1.5inc.m
schoolPool
0 .5.5 .5Church,1515 Nelson 7.5 .5
8104823Clover[05]213 22
400 0 0 5 261522Kittelson[04]
2280 180 655258Total1899171
2014 PDF:427 gpm
2021 PDF:450 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1762 gpm
2014 records indicate that Nelson Lift Station pumps averaged 576 gpm.
Table 5.2.7B:Downstream pipe capacities from Nelson Lift Station.
slope (%)Notesdownstreamupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
force
main
20 5874 1NelsonWetwellSandDunes[70]
Nelson Lift Station discharges to Potato Hill Force main,discharging to Sand
Dunes WWTP [70].Lowlander [06]also discharges to Potato Hill Force
Main.
1.
COMMENTS
Nelson lift station pumps should be up-sized as the peak daily flows increase
beyond 576 gpm.1.
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5.2.8 DIVISION TRIBUTARY [08]
Division Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Division Lift Station at 802 S.Division
Street.The Division Street Lift Station discharges to Main [09]at MH 23-239,550-feet north
of Division Lift Station thru a 6-inch PVC force main.
ZONING
Division Tributary consists of low-density residential (442 acres),high-density
residential (114 acres),medium-density residential (27 acres),general commercial (111
acres),public/parks (110 acres).Remainder of property to be developed within the
Division Tributary is predominantly high/low density residential.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Division Tributary receives contributory flows from Lakeland [22].Kittelson [04]could
also contribute to Division Tributary,if the gravity sewer main on Nelson Road is
extended east from MH 25-066;however,Kittelson [04]will more likely discharge to
Nelson [07],and is not included in future analyses for this tributary.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Garden Heights and Chief Moses schools are based on water usage records during winter
months.These flows are assumed to be steady through ultimate development.
Greens and Pioneer Way Developments are based on existing residential units,with
ultimate development based on current layout.The estimated usage is adjusted for 2014
based on measured flows at Division Lift Station.
Plat of South Campus is estimated for current development,and adjusted with measured
lift station flows for 2014;but ultimate development assumes redevelopment at
commercial rates in Table 5.1.1.
Low-density residential is based on the number of existing residential units and number
of vacant lots.Existing flows are adjusted for measured lift station flows.
Medium-density residential is based on 88 existing residential units in 27 acres,with 1.5
acres undeveloped at 8 residential units per acre,for a total of 100 residential units at
ultimate development.Existing units are adjusted based on measured lift station flows
for 2014.
High-density residential is based on the number of existing residential units,excluding
The Greens,Pioneer Way Development,1405 Monroe Street,1501 Monroe Street,and
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605 Nelson Road.Ultimate development is calculated as 15 residential units per acre.
Commercial properties are estimated in accordance with parameters in Table 5.1.1,with
estimated acreage for existing (45 acres)and undeveloped (8 acres).
Parks and public places,other than schools,are estimated at 0.5 gpm/acre.
2021 flows are estimated by prorating the 3 percent annual growth associated with
Division Tributary across the areas in accordance with their growth potential.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.unitsTABLE5.2.8A:Division
Contributory Flows
acres ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
631/1380 156 182low-density residential 345 83 112
1688/100 12 16 16medium-density residential 27
254/1215 160high-density residential 11 548115
32 35generalcommercial,except South
Campus
53 0 23 31
13 17 1726017parksandpublic
3 3GardenHeightsElementarySchool
[08A]
12 0 3 3
6 3/62 2 8TheGreens[08B]1 1
0 1 1 1ChiefMosesMiddleSchool[08C]27 1
52/52 10PioneerWayDevelopment[08D]4 7 1010
290510PlatofSouthCampus[08E]57 7
4220341405MonroeStreet4
20 3 4 4241501MonroeStreet
1 1 10605NelsonRoad11
403854440101Lakeland[22]33
5211453/3234 350744210255Total
2014 PDF:638 gpm
2021 PDF:765 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1302 gpm
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Division Lift Station pumps averaged 631 gpm in 2014.
Table 5.2.8B:Downstream pipe capacities from Division Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Division Wetwell MH 23-239 force
main
12 2112
MH 23-239 MH 23-267 12 0.46 1086
MH 23-267 MH 23-269 18 0.26 2389
MH 23-269 MH 23-271 21 37740.28
MH 23-271 MH 23-272 21 6.59 18256
Main WetwellMH23-272 6228210.77
Refer to Table 5.2.9B for capacities downstream of Main Lift Station.
COMMENTS
i.Pumps are at design capacity.
Velocities in the 6-inch force main between Division Lift Station and MH 23-239
averaged 7.16 fjps in 2014.
Division Street Lift Station could be connected directly to the McCosh force main to
reduce the flows to Main Lift Station.
2.
3.
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5.2.9 MAIN TRIBUTARY [09]r*\
Main Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Main Lift Station at 523 S.Beech Street.
Main Lift Station discharges to Headworks (COF)[39]at 1303 W.Lakeside Drive thru a 3500
foot,16-inch diameter,DI forcemain,which force main also intercepts flows from Sage Bay
[27].
ZONING
Main Tributary consists of high-density residential (48 acres),medium-density residential
(53 acres),commercial (175 acres),schools,parks and open spaces,and environmentally
sensitive (2 acres).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Main Tributary receives contributory flows from Division [08],Northshore [28],and
Wheeler [33],
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for 2014 at Midway and Frontier flows are based on water usage records
for 2014.Calculated flows for residential and commercial flows are based on Table 5.1.1
parameters.
Main and Sage Bay lift stations operate on VFDs,and accurate flow measurements are
not available at these tributaries for 2014.Total flows for these two tributaries can be
deduced by subtracting the measured contributions to Headworks (COF)[39]from the
total flows at Headworks (COF)for 2014.However,measured flows to Sage Bay and
Main in 2014 exceed the balance available;therefore a line is included for exfiltration,to
balance the total flows at Headworks (COF).
Predicted flows are estimated by sharing the 3 percent annual growth associated with
Headworks (COF)across its contributories based on their potential for future growth.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.9A:Main contributory
flows
resid.unitsacres
2014
calc.
ultimate20142021
adj.
3parksandpublicplaces 3 3 4550
420/420medium-density residential 52.5 55 55 55 55
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high-density residential 48 720/720 9595 95 95
commercial 67 0 34 34 34 34
Midway Elementary School [09A]10 0 1111
Frontier Junior High School [09B]20 0 4 4 44
Division [08]1453/3234744 210 350 521255
Northshore [26]*969 1642/4741 7929824674
Wheeler [33]831/2116 24773697716495378
Holm [48]42 25/25 4 2444
Total 5704 5091/11256 1420 1075 32941115
*assumes Northshore [26]will be redirected to Sage Bay [27]before 2021,reducing the flows
received at Main from Northshore [26].
2014 PDF:2750 gpm
2021 PDF:3235 gpm
Ultimate PDF:8235 gpm
The following Table 5.2.9.A1 and data are provided for reference if force mains from Division
Lift Station and Wheeler Lift Station are reconfigured to bypass Main Lift Station.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.9A1:Main contributory
flows with Division [08]and
Wheeler [33]bypass lines installed
and Knolls Vista [28]redirected to
Sage Bay [27]
resid.unitsacres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
Total with Knolls Vista [28]&
Division [08]bypass
3638/80224960 1420 765 27731075
Total with Knolls Vista [28],
Division [08],&Wheeler [33]
bypass
1263 2807/5906 1420 2961075270
Knolls Vista [28]&Division [08]bypass
2014 PDF:2750 gpm
2021 PDF:1912 gpm
Ultimate PDF:6932 gpm
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Knolls Vista [28],Division [08],&Wheeler [33]bypass
2014 PDF:2750 gpm
2021 PDF:675 gpm
Ultimate PDF:740 gpm
Main Lift Station has a rated capacity of 2100 gpm.
Table 5.2.9B:Downstream pipe capacities from Main Lift Station.
slope (%)downstream Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
16 force
main
Main Wetwell Headworks (COF)3760 1
[27][39]
McCosh Tee is located on the 16-inch force main between Main Lift Station
and Headworks (COF)[39].Sage Bay [27]discharges to this 16-inch force
main at the McCosh Tee.
1.
COMMENTS
Peak flows for Main Tributary exceed the capacity of Main Lift Station when one pump
is out of service.
Main Tributary is nearing ultimate development,with little room for new development.
Peak flows at Main Lift Station could be reduced if Division Lift Station (631 gpm),
Wheeler Lift Station (1132 gpm)could be programmed so that their flows will stagger at
Main Lift Station.
Alternately,Main Lift Station will have acceptable capacity for ultimate development if
one or both of the force mains downstream of Division &Wheeler lift stations can be
connected directly to the 16-inch McCosh force main,downstream of Main Lift Station.
If Knolls Vista Lift Station is connected to Sage Bay Tributary,flows from Northshore
[26]to Main Lift Station will be reduced.
A flow meter should be installed when Main Lift Station is upgraded to provide accurate
flow measurements.
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2.
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4.
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5.2.10 PENINSULA TRIBUTARY [10]
The Peninsula Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Peninsula Lift Station at 817 S.
Pennivy Street.Peninsula Lift Station discharges to Headworks (COF)[39]at 1303 W.Lakeside
Drive thru a 2200 foot,10-inch diameter,PVC forcemain (1998,C-183).Within that 10-inch
PVC force main are two short segments of 8-inch Cl pipe.
ZONING
Peninsula Tributary consists of high-density residential,low-density residential,general
commercial,schools,light industrial,and public places.Peninsula Tributary has some in-fill available for additional commercial and residential growth.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
The Peninsula Lift Station is a central lift station that receives contributory flow from
several tributaries that have a potential for additional growth.Peninsula Tributary
receives contributory flows from Winona [11],Hallmark [12],Hermit [13],Westlake
[17],Marina [47],and Crab Creek [38].
Sub-tributaries within Peninsula Tributary include Peninsula Estates [10A],Storms
[10B],Marmitt [10C],Larson Playfield [10D],and Peninsula School [10E].r*\FLOW ANALYSIS
Peninsula Estates [10A]is at full development with 211 residential units on 30 acres.
Storms [10B]is estimated at 50 percent of ultimate development.
Marmitt [10C]is a mixed use development that includes an RV park,a small church and
commercial use.Flows are based on water usage records.
Larson Playfield [10D]is a municipal park.Wastewater flows will increase during
baseball events.
Peninsula School [10E]is based on water usage records during the school year.
Peninsula School has an independent well for irrigation.
Low-density residential is estimated at 100 percent of ultimate development.
Medium-density residential is estimated at 100 percent of ultimate development.
High-density residential is estimated at 80 percent of ultimate development,but the
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existing developed area of high-density zoning is estimated at 8 units per acre.
Commercial/industrial is estimated at 75 percent of ultimate development.
Calculated flows for 2014 are adjusted equally to balance the measure flow from
Peninsula Lift Station in 2014.
Predicted flows for 2021 are estimated by spreading Peninsula’s share of 3 percent annual
growth across the contributories based on their potential for future growth.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.unitsTable5.2.10A:Peninsula
contributory flows
acres ultimate201420212014
calc.adj.
1731095/1318 118residential348/380 143 120
70108/140 0/0 54 45 46commercial/industrial
211/211 28 23 23 23PeninsulaEstatesprivate
sewer [10A]
30
0/0 65/12 3 2.0 2Stormsprivatesewer[10B]
0/0 4 4 4 4Marmittprivatesewer[10C]8
0/0 5 5 5 5LarsonPlayfield[10D]21
0/0 2.5 2.5 2.5PeninsulaSchoolprivate
sewer [10E]
10 2.5
153/219 38242828WINONA[11]77
56/59 281315HALLMARK[12]50 15
66468/609 33 3222230HERMIT[13]
1461226/11094 0 65*BLUE HERON [18]2684 0
106216/238 59 25*WESTLAKE [17]252 40
2354/175 574MARINA[47]53
0/0 0.5 0.5 11121CRABCREEK[38]
20163764958/13923 3733889/3960 317Total
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*2014 flows at Westlake include flows from Montana Lift Station.2015 flows at Westlake do
not include Montana Lift Station because Blue Heron Lift Station will bypass Westlake,and
those flows are then associated with Blue Heron [18].
2014 PDF:792 gpm
2021 PDF:933 gpm
Ultimate PDF:5092 gpm
The Peninsula Lift Station pumps averaged 638 gpm during 2014,operating on VFDs,but they
have a rated capacity of 1112 gpm at 105 TDH.
Table 5.2.10B:Downstream pipe capacities from Peninsula Lift Station.
downstream Notesslope(%)upstream pipe
capacity
pipe size
(gpm)
Peninsula Wetwell Headworks (COF)10 force
main
1468 1
[39](940)
The 10-inch force main include an 8-inch section of force main that has not been up-
sized under the railroad crossing (capacity of the 8-inch force main shown in
parenthesis).
1.
COMMENTS
The combined average pump rates for Winona LS,Hallmark LS,Hermit LS,Blue
Heron LS,Westlake LS,and Marina LS are 266,530,846,500,298,131 gpm.
Although unlikely to contribute to Peninsula simultaneously,the combined
discharge would be 2,571 gpm.This unlikely flow event would be dispersed by
the limiting capacities of the upstream pipes.If problems were caused by
simultaneous discharges,the six upstream lift stations could be linked and
controlled to discharge at times that would have less of an impact on the
Peninsula Lift Station.
Portions of the force main under the railroad and near the Peninsula Lift Station
are 8-inch cast iron,and have not been replaced.At 6 fps in the 10-inch PVC
force main,the velocity in the 8-inch sections of cast iron are 9.37 fps.
The flows to the Peninsula Lift Station may be reduced by extending the force
main from Blue Heron [18]and Westlake [17]to the downstream side of the force
main between Peninsula lift station and Headworks (COF)[39],or directly to
Potato Hill force main;in which case,ultimate development of Peninsula
Tributary can be met at Peninsula Lift Station with a slight increase in pump
capacity.
1.
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5.2.11 WINONA TRIBUTARY [11]
The Winona Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to the Winona Lift Station at 826 S.
Winona Street.The Winona Lift Station discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 28-141 at the
intersection of Winona Street and Peninsula Drive thru a 740-foot,6-inch diameter,PVC
forcemain.
ZONING
Winona Tributary consists of a low-density residential zone at 70 percent of ultimate
development.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Winona Tributary includes 50 acres of developed residential property and about 21 acres
of undeveloped residential properties.In addition Winona Tributary includes a small
church,Vem’s Meats,and small commercial businesses.The Winona Tributary receives
no contributory flow from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Vem’s Meats is permitted to discharge 2 gpm under State Wastewater Discharge Permit
No.ST-5214.Private school and Church is assumed to use 2 gpm or less.Calculated
flows for 2014 were balanced evenly to account for the actual flows at Winona Lift
Station in 2014.
Because the potential for new development in Winona is very small,the predicted flows
in 2021 are estimated to remain unchanged from 2014.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.11A:Winona contributory
flows
resid.
units
acres ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
existing residential 50 153 20 23 23 23
21 66 0 0 0futureresidential 11
3 2 2022Vem’s Meats
Pacific Latin American Church/school 3 0 2 2 2 1
1 0 1 1 1 1commercial
153/219 28 38772428Total
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2014 PDF:70 gpm
2021 PDF:70 gpm
Ultimate PDF:95 gpm
2014 average pump rate:266 gpm
Table 5.2.1IB:Downstream pipe capacities from Winona Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Winona Wetwell MH 28-141 force main [12][17]
[13][18]
6 528
MH 28-141 MH 28-105 12 0.05 356
MH 28-105 MH 28-106 12 0.17 650
MH 28-106 MH 28-107 12 0.26 813
MH 28-107 MH 28-112 12 0.18 686
MH 28-112 MH 28-113 12 0.15 617
MH 28-113 MH 28-114 12 0.28 839
MH 28-114 MH 27-039 12 0.05 366
MH 27-039 MH 27-040 15 0.42 1879
MH 27-040 MH 27-143 15 0.21 1332
MH 27-143 MH 27-042 0.1715 1183
MH 27-042 MH 27-044 15 0.15 1105
MH 27-044 MH 27-054 15 0.09 860
MH 27-054 MH 27-056 15 0.22 1364
MH 27-056 MH 27-058 15 0.09 877
MH 27-058 MH 27-059 15 0.28 1537
MH 27-059 MH 27-061 18 [47]0.09 1440
MH 27-061 MH 27-060 18 0.17 1919
MH 27-060 MH 27-062A 18 0.15 1804
MH 27-062A MH 27-063 18 0.18 1974
MH 27-063 Peninsula Wetwell 18 0.98 4675
Refer to Table 5.2.10B for flow capacities downstream of Peninsula Lift Station.
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COMMENTS
Winona discharges to the main trunk for Peninsula tributary,and the pumps could be
linked with Hermit,Hallmark,Westlake,Blue Heron,and Marina lift stations to stagger
their run times to reduce the impact to the Peninsula trunk line.
1.
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5.2.12 HALLMARK TRIBUTARY [12]
The Hallmark Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Hallmark Lift Station at 2901 W.
Marina Drive.Hallmark Lift Station discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 28-077 on Interlake
Road,thru a 500 foot,6-inch steel force main.
ZONING
Hallmark Tributary consists of high-density residential,low-density residential,a Best
Western Motel,and about 21 acres of undeveloped commercial property.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Hallmark Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Best Western was determined by water usage records in 2014.2014 residential flows
were adjusted to balance the actual 2014 flows from Hallmark Lift Station.Because the
potential for future growth is very minimal for Hallmark,the City’s estimated 3 percent
annual growth associated with Hallmark is negligible.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.12A:Hallmark contributory flows resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.20212014
adj.
existing residential 12568121211
future residential 3 0 120 0
Best Western Motel/restaurant 7 0 2 2 2 5
Commercial 30 0 1 1 1 15
Total 56/59 2850131515
2014 PDF:37.5 gpm
2021 PDF:37.5 gpm
Ultimate PDF:70 gpm
2014 average pump rate:530 gpm
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Table 5.2.12B:Downstream pipe capacities from Hallmark Lift Station.
slope (%)downstream Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Hallmark Wetwell MH 28-077 6 force
main
528
MH 28-078 8MH28-077 0.41 347
MH 28-078 MH 28-079 8 0.43 354
MH 28-079 MH 28-084 8 2.09 783
MH 28-084 MH 33-061 8 0.56 404
MH 33-061 MH 33-079 8 2.98 936
MH 33-079 MH 28-135 8 0.34 317
MH 28-135 MH 28-137 8 0.28 289
8MH28-137 MH 28-136 0.53 395
MH 28-136 MH 28-089 8 0.79 480
MH 28-089 MH 28-090 8 1.49 658
MH 28-090 MH 28-092 8 1.52 668
MH 28-092 MH 28-093 8 1.28 612 [13]
MH 28-094 12 0.35MH28-093 951
MH 28-094 MH 28-141 12 0.32 898
Refer to Table 5.2.1IB for flow capacities downstream of MH 28-141.1.
COMMENTS
Best Western Motel operates a private pump station.PDF into Hallmark Lift
Station is affected by the operation of the private pump station.
Pumps at Hallmark Lift Station could be down-sized so that the capacity of the
downstream pipes is not exceeded.Size of replacement pumps should account for
the volume of wastewater discharged from private lift station at Best Western.
1.
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5.2.13 HERMIT TRIBUTARY [13]r*\
Hermit Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Hermit Lift Station at 4001 W.Lakeshore
Drive.Hermit Lift Station discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 33-028 on Peninsula Drive,thru a
1726-foot,8-inch PVC force main.
ZONING
Hermit Tributary consists of 178 acres of low-density residential,6 acres of high-density
residential,3 acres of general commercial with Sage Point Elementary School,and
potential commercial growth in the vicinity of Interstate 90.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Hermit Tributary receives contributory flow from Tana [14].Lakeshore [13A]is a sub-
tributary to Hermit,that is currently not served with municipal sewer services.Lakeshore
will need to install a low-pressure sewer system or other alternate system to connect to
municipal sewer because the gravity main in Lakeshore Drive cannot be extended due to
ground elevations.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing residential developments are estimated by counting the existing lots.
Undeveloped residential properties are in accordance with Table 5.1.1 parameters.Sage
Point Elementary School calculations are based on existing water usage during 2014
during school months.Residential usage was reduced to balance the actual flows from
Hermit Lift Station in 2014.Predicted flows for 2021 estimate that the undeveloped
properties in this tributary will experience a proportionate share of the City’s estimated 3
percent annual growth.Ultimate flows assume full development in accordance with
parameters listed in Table 5.1.1.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)/^s Table 5.2.13A:Hermit contributory
flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
211 existing residential units 144 211/335 28 25 25 25
undeveloped low-density residential 34 136 0 0 181
undeveloped high-density residential 6 90 0 0 121
Lakeshore [13A],general commercial 3 00 0 0 2
Sage Point Elementary School [13B]11 0 2 2 22
31/48Tana[14]24 4 3 73
Total 222 468/609 33 32 6630
2014 PDF:75 gpm
2021 PDF:80 gpm
Ultimate PDF:165 gpm
2014 average pump rate:846 gpm
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Table 5.2.13B:Downstream pipe capacities from Hermit Lift Station
downstream slope Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity(%)
(gPm)
Hermit Wetwell MH 33-028 8 force
main
940
MH 33-028 MH 33-029 12 24312.31
MH 33-029 MH 33-030 12 2.87 2706
MH 33-030 MH 33-031 1006120.40
MH 33-031 MH 33-032 12 0.32 899
MH 33-032 MH 33-144 12 0.78 1409
MH 33-144 MH 33-033 12 0.30 875
MH 33-033 MH 33-036 12 0.14 593
MH 33-036 MH 33-067 1239120.60
MH 33-067 MH 33-037 736120.21
MH 33-037 MH 33-066 1022120.41
MH 33-066 MH 33-039 12 0.01 159
MH 33-039 MH 33-040 12 0.44 1054
MH 33-040 MH 33-047 12 0.34 929
MH 33-047 MH 33-048 12 0.24 784 [17][18]
MH 33-048 MH 28-093 12 0.08 444 [12]
Refer to Table 5.2.12B for flow capacities downstream of MH 28-093.
COMMENTS
The Peninsula trunk receives plug flows from 6 different lift stations,which will cause
surging at the upstream manholes with one or multiple lifts stations operating
simultaneously.Some relief could be achieved in the trunk main by controlling their
operating times,to avoid simultaneous plug flows.
The capacity of the pumps at Hermit Lift Station are excessive.
1.
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5.2.14 TANA TRIBUTARY [14]
Tana Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Tana Lift Station at 4537 West Peninsula
Drive.Tana Lift Station discharges to Hermit Tributary at MH 05-003 on Lakeshore Drive,thru
a 360-foot,4-inch PVC force main.
ZONING
Tana Tributary is low-density residential zone that is about 60 percent of its ultimate
build-out.Tana discharges to Hermit [13]at MH 05-003.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Tana Tributary receives no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows were adjusted to match actual flows for Tana Lift Station in 2014.
Predicted flows for 2021 assume a portion of the vacant lots will be developed.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.14A:Tana contributory flows acres
2014
calc.2014 ultimate2021
adj.
24 31/48 7low-density residential 4 43
24 31/48 4 74Total3
2014 PDF:8 gpm
2021 PDF:10 gpm
Ultimate PDF:18 gpm
Tana Lift Station pumps averaged 234 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.14B:Downstream pipe capacities from Tana Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Tana Wetwell MH 05-003 force
main
4 940
MH 05-003 MH 05-004 8 0.53 395
MH 05-004 MH 05-005 8 3340.38
MH 05-005 MH 05-006 8 0.51 386
MH 05-006 MH 05-007 8 0.05 124
MH 05-007 MH 33-023 8 1.67 699
MH 33-023 MH 33-024 8 3320.37
MH 33-024 MH 33-025 8 0.81 487
MH 33-025 MH 33-026 8 0.21 249
MH 33-026 Hermit Wetwell 62981.35
Refer to Table 5.2.13B for flow capacities downstream of Hermit Wetwell.
COMMENTS
Tana Tributary will not be increased in size due to its lakeshore boundary.1.
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5.2.15 WESTLAKE SHORES TRIBUTARY [15]
The Westlake Shores Tributary is a low-pressure effluent system,consisting of a low-pressure
force-main that is maintained by the City,and individual on-site pumps and septic tanks for each
service connection that are maintained by the property owners.The 4-inch PVC low-pressure
force main discharges to Westlake [17]at MH 29-029 at the intersection of Laguna Drive and
Sage Road.
Each on-site service connection includes an in-line septic tank that is maintained by the property
owner,to reduce the solids before pumping effluent into the City’s low-pressure force main.
ZONING
Westlake Shores Tributary is low-density residential zone and a general commercial zone.
The general commercial zone adjacent to Interstate 90 is currently 90 percent
undeveloped.The residential zone is at about 75 percent of its ultimate development.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Westlake Shores Tributary would receive contributory flows from Hansen [45],but
Hansen is currently being developed with private on-site disposal systems.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Low-density residential is based on 81 of 120 developed lots.
/-*\Commercial estimates are based on 1 acre of 43 developed.
Adjustments for the 2014 residential flows were based on the Westlake Tributary [17]
analysis,because no pumping records exist for the Westlake Shores Tributary.
Predicted flows for 2021 assume that Hansen Tributary [45]will not connect to the
municipal sewer system in the next 6 years,however,ultimate flows assume Hansen
Tributary will connect to municipal sewer.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.15A:Westlake Shores
contributory flows
acres ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
1612981/120 11 8low-density residential 7.5
22430111commercial
0 0 270570Hansen[45]
65229120128.5 9TOTAL
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2014 PDF:22gpm
2021 PDF:35gpm
Ultimate PDF:163 gpm
Table 5.2.15B:Pipe capacities in Westlake Shores
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Low-pressure
effluent pipe
Low-pressure
effluent pipe
force
main
132 [45]3
Low-pressure
effluent pipe
force
main
[16]MH 29-029 4 235
Refer to Table 5.2.16B for flow capacities downstream of MH 29-029.
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5.2.16 LAGUNA TRIBUTARY [16]
The Laguna Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Laguna Lift Station at 911 S.Laguna
Drive.Laguna Lift Station discharges to Westlake [17 ]at MH 32-004 on Laguna Drive,thru a
1200-foot,4-inch PVC force main.
ZONING
Laguna Tributary consists of 57 low-density residential lots.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Laguna Tributary receives no contributory flow from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Laguna Tributary is developed into 57 residential lots,with 5 vacant lots in 2014.
Calculated flows from Table 5.1.1 parameters correspond exactly with measured flows
for Laguna Lift Station in 2014.Predicted flows assume the remainder of the vacant lots
will be developed within the next six years.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.16A:Laguna contributory flows resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
low-density residential 30 52/57 8877
30 52/57 88Total77
2014 PDF:17.5gpm
2021 PDF:20 gpm
Ultimate PDF:20 gpm
The Laguna Lift Station pumped an average of 226 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.16B:Pipe capacities downstream of Laguna Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Laguna Wetwell force
main
MH 32-004 2354
MH 32-004 MH 32-003 0.29 86212
MH 32-003 714MH32-002 0.2012
MH 32-002 846MH32-034 12 0.28
791MH32-034 MH 32-001 12 0.25
MH 32-001 MH 29-029 12 0.23 772
[15]MH 29-029 MH 29-030 10 0.30 540
MH 29-030 0.44 649MH29-031 10
MH 29-031 674MH29-033 10 0.47
MH 29-033 Westlake Wetwell 674100.47
Refer to Table 5.2.17B for flow capacities downstream of Westlake Lift Station.
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5.2.17 WESTLAKE TRIBUTARY [17]
The Westlake Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Westlake Lift Station at 3415 W.
Prichard Road.Westlake Lift Station discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 33-047 thru a 6500-
foot,8-inch,PVC force main.A 12-inch PVC force main under 1-90 was installed in 2012 (C-242),with connection and valve configuration on the 8-inch force main downstream of the
Westlake Lift Station—so that contributory flows from Montana Lift Station,tentatively to be
abandoned and replaced with Blue Heron Lift Station in 2015,will bypass the Westlake Lift
Station and discharge directly to Peninsula [10]through the 8-inch force main.
ZONING
Westlake Tributary is low-density residential zone,with some general commercial
property near Interstate 90.Westlake Tributary includes Pier 4 [17A],which is a 180
space recreational vehicle park.Additionally,a 10-inch gravity main,crossing under
Interstate 90,collects wastewater from the residential unit and two restroom facilities at
Blue Heron Park.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Westlake Shores [15],Laguna [16],and Blue Heron [18]provide contributory flows to
Westlake Tributary.Blue Heron [18]will bypass Westlake after Blue Heron Lift Station
Project is completed in 2016.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing and future residential units are estimated based on existing developed lots.
Pier 4 [17A]is estimated from water service records in 2014.
General commercial property is estimated at 20 percent of ultimate development.
Montana Lift Station continues to contribute flows to Westlake Tributary,and data from
2014 is included for 2014 flows,but it is not included in 2021 predictions or ultimate
flows because the impending construction in 2015 of the Blue Heron Lift Station,which
will bypass Westlake Lift Station when completed.
Blue Heron Park [17B]is estimated at .5 gpm on 21 acres.The services include two
restroom facilities in a day-use park,and one residence.Any further development of Blue
Heron Park will be connected to the Blue Heron Lift Station.
Adjustments were made for 2014 flows to correspond with the actual 2014 flows from
Westlake Lift Station,holding Laguna and Montana at measured flows for 2014.
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Predicted flows for 2021 assume a 3 percent annual growth rate in the undeveloped
properties;however the predicted flow for 2021 is lower than 2014 assuming that Blue
Heron Lift Station will be constructed in 2015 and bypass Westlake Lift Station,flowing
directly to Peninsula [10].
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.17A:Westlake Contributory
flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
high-density residential 32/495 4 2.5 3 7
low-density residential 11/11 11.5 1 14
general commercial 0/0 351 1 1
Pier 4 [17A]0/0 2 21521.5
Blue Heron Park [17B]21 1/1 1 1.5 .5
Montana Lift Station 0NA NA 36 18 0
Laguna [16]852/5730 877
Westlake Shores [15]120/120 652299128.5
Total 216/238 25 1062525940
2014 PDF:100 gpm
2021 PDF:62.5 gpm (Blue Heron bypass)
Ultimate PDF:265 gpm
The Westlake Lift Station pumped an average of 298 gpm during 2014.
Table 5.2.17B:Pipe capacities downstream of Westlake Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Westlake Wetwell MH 33-047 force
main
8 940 [18]
Refer to Table 5.2.13B for flow capacities downstream of MH 33-047.
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COMMENTS
When the Blue Heron Lift Station is constructed and connected to the 8-inch force main
downstream of Westlake Lift Station (scheduled for 2015),flow volumes at Westlake Lift
Station will be reduced.
When the combined flow from Westlake and Blue Heron exceeds 950 gpm in the 8-inch
force main between Westlake Lift Station and Peninsula Trunk,a 12-inch force main
should be considered,parallel to the 8-inch force main.
Depending on downstream capacities at the time when the additional force main is
required,consideration should be given to bypass the Peninsula Lift Station,discharging
directly to the Headworks (COF)[39],Sand Dunes [70],or alternate treatment facility.
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5.2.18 BLUE HERON TRIBUTARY [18]
Blue Heron Tributary is a gravity sewer system that will drain to Blue Heron Lift Station at 115
Westshore Drive in Blue Heron Park.Blue Heron Lift Station is currently in the
design/construction phase,which when completed,will take the place of the Montana LiftStation(to be abandoned).The Blue Heron Lift Station will discharge to a 12-inch PVC force
main,which ties into the 8-inch PVC force main on the downstream side of the Westlake Lift
Station,discharging to MH 33-047 at Wanapum and Peninsula Drive,where Hermit [13]and
Westlake [17]also contribute to Peninsula [10].The Blue Heron force main bypasses the
Westlake Lift Station,reducing the total flow volumes to Westlake Lift Station.
ZONING
Blue Heron Tributary consists of residential,general commercial,and recreational uses
on the north side of Interstate 90.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Sub-tributaries within Blue Heron Tributary include:Blue Heron Park [18A],Crittenden
[18B],Silver Sands [18C],Montana [18D],and Suncrest RV Park [18E].
Blue Heron Park [18A]:A popular day park that includes boat launching facilities,
fishing pier,activity trail,and future overnight camping/marina.The park includes one
existing residential use,an existing concession stand,and two existing restroom facilities
that connect via a 10-inch gravity sewer main that discharges to Westlake Lift Station,
and do not contribute to the Blue Heron Tributary.Flows listed for Blue Heron Park are
for future flows associated with overnight camping/marina facilities.
Crittenden [18B]:Residential and commercial development property.Some proposed
development includes:Westlake Village,a 17 acre lot for general commercial
development,including convenience store and gas station,general or retail stores (3),
restaurants (2),and 76-room hotel;Westlake Villas,a 50-acre residential gated
community with 150 single family houses and 38 duplex units;and 133 acres of
undeveloped residential property north of Westlake Drive,east of Hansen Road,and west
of Montana Street.
Silver Sands [18C]:An existing residential development with approximately 30
residential units that are connected to on-site wastewater treatment facilities.No plans
currently exist for the owners to extend and connect to the municipal sewer.To serve
this development,the owners would need to install a gravity sewer main in Frontage
Road,east to Hansen Road,then north to an existing sewer main.
Montana [18D]:An existing residential development with individual on-site wastewater
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treatment facilities,that may not function efficiently.This residential area has 29 existing
houses,and a potential for 102 houses,on 21 acres (4.86 houses per acre).Because of the
low-income level of the Montana area,the City of Moses Lake has previously applied for
block grants to provide municipal sewer services to the existing houses,but have not
succeeded in obtaining funds.Currently,no plans are approved for installing the sewer
mains in the Montana sub-tributary.
Suncrest RV Park [18E]:A privately owned RV park with 113 trailer sites with
individual sewer connections.The park includes an office,community kitchen,restroom
facilities,and pool.The privately owned and maintained on-site sewer system consists of
gravity sewer mains and service lines to serve the trailer sites,and other facilities,
draining to an on-site lift station with two pumps rated to discharge 150 gpm (each)at 85
TDH (B-240).The on-site lift station discharges to the 2118-foot,4-inch PVC,municipal
force main in Hansen Road,that discharges to MH 29-002 at Hansen Road and
Westshore Drive.2021 flows assume no change to 2014 usage,but ultimate flows
assume redevelopment may occur.
Sun Terrace [40],Mae Valley [20],and Moses Pointe [21]contribute flows to the Blue
Heron Tributary,but Mae Valley [20]only contributes through a few private sewer
connections along Westshore Drive that discharge via private residential on-site pumps to
the Westshore Drive force main.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for 2014 are based on Table 5.1.1 parameters.Because Blue Heron
Lift Station is not constructed,calculated flows for 2014 were used from Montana Lift
Station.Measured flows at Montana Lift station were 18 gpm,but this number is not
reasonable,considering actual measured flows from Sun Terrace [40]and Moses Pointe
[21]added up to 13,therefore exfiltration was included for the difference.
Predicted flows for 2021 assume that Blue Heron Tributary will continue to see above
normal growth compared to the remainder of Moses Lake,therefore a larger portion of
the City’s estimated 3 percent annual growth is placed within the Blue Heron Tributary.
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Table 5.2.18A:Blue Heron
contributory flows
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.unitsacres ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
13existingresidential100/100 13 134613
future residential 40/30 0 0 212
Blue Heron Park [18A]0 200/15050 0 0
Crittenden [18B]0/732 0 10020000
5SilverSands[18C]0/33 0 0 07
14Montana[18D]0/102 0 0 021
100/118SuncrestRVPark[18E]3 3113
63/530 7523SunTerrace[40]306 9 9
765MosesPointe[21]63/5827 9 2514484
456MaeValley[20]0/3472 0 08680
0 0exfiltration0NA NA -11
1461226/11094 65Total26843418
2014 values are for Montana Lift Station.Measured value of 18 gpm was obtained from
Montana Lift Station records in 2014.
2014 PDF:70 gpm
2021 PDF:210 gpm
Ultimate PDF:3653 gpm
The Blue Heron Lift Station is designed for a capacity of 500 gpm,but can be up-sized with new
pumps (3)to a capacity of 1800 gpm.
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Table 5.2.18B:Pipe capacities downstream of Blue Heron Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Blue Heron
Wetwell
MH 33-047 force main12 2112 1
1.12-inch force main from Blue Heron Lift Station tees into 8-inch force main
between Westlake Lift Station and MH 33-047.
Refer to Table 5.2.17B for flow capacities downstream of Westlake Lift Station.
COMMENTS
As the Blue Heron Lift Station approaches capacities exceeding 750 gpm,downstream
gravity mains will need to be up sized.As the capacity exceeds 940 gpm,a parallel force
main may be required between Westlake Lift Station and MH 33-047.Additionally,
downstream upgrades to lift stations may be required;or alternate means to handle the
additional flows.
As the area on the west side of Moses Lake develops,the gravity main between Hansen
Road and Blue Heron Lift Station will see surges from Suncrest RV (private),Sun
Terrace Lift Station,Moses Pointe Lift Station,and Mae Valley Lift Station (future).
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5.2.19 MOSES POINTE NORTH TRIBUTARY [19]
Moses Pointe North Tributary is currently undeveloped except for a few residential homes that
are connected to private on-site wastewater disposal systems.As this tributary is annexed and
developed,lift stations and gravity sewer mains will need to be installed by the developers.The
Moses Pointe North Tributary will discharge to MH 07-001in Westshore Drive.An existing
municipal (not-in-service)6-inch PVC force main extends north from Manhole 07-001 in
Westshore Drive.
ZONING
The Moses Pointe North Tributary,currently neither developed nor annexed into the City
of Moses Lake,is analyzed as a rural low-density residential zone.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Moses Pointe North Tributary has no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flow calculations for Moses Pointe North Tributary are based on 4 residential units per
acre.Predicted flows for 2021 assume that no development will occur in the next 6 years.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.19A:Moses Pointe North
contributory flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
low-density residential 1242 4968 0 6520 0
Total 1242 4968 0 65200
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1630 gpm
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Table 5.2.19B:Pipe capacities downstream of future Moses Pointe North Lift Station.
slope (%)downstream Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
force
main
1528MosesPointeNorth
Wetwell (future)
MH 07-001 6
362MH07-002 8 0.45MH07-001
0.29 293MH07-003 8MH07-002
0.52 392MH07-004 8MH07-003
0.46 3668MH07-004 MH 07-005
0.91 517MH07-006 8MH07-005
0.53 713MH07-019 10MH07-006
1.50 120410MH07-018MH07-019
0.69 814MH07-039 10MH07-018
0.36 58910MH07-017MH07-039
5850.3510MH07-016MH07-017
0.34 57310MH07-015MH07-016
5050.2610MH07-014MH07-015
0.82 89110MH07-013MH07-014
1.42 117010MH07-012MH07-013
[21]4.73 2138MosesPointe
Wetwell
10MH07-012
The 6-inch force main is installed in Westshore Drive,but not in service,north of MH
07-001.1.
Refer to Table 5.2.2IB for flow capacities downstream of Moses Pointe Lift Station.
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COMMENTS
A 6-inch sewer force main is installed in Westshore drive,upstream of MH 07-001,for
connection of future lift station.
Ultimate development of Moses Pointe North Tributary will require upgrades to existing
pipe and lift stations downstream.
In 2014,Moses Pointe Lift Station pumped an average of 26 gpm.Moses Pointe,Inc.is
required to upgrade the lift station pumps (280 gpm)to serve their development of 859
SERUs when their development reaches a milestone of 100 SERUs.On April 1,2015,
62 SERUs were in service.
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5.2.20 MAE VALLEY TRIBUTARY [20]
Mae Valley Tributary consists of private on-site wastewater treatment facilities for each lot.As
the area develops,and redevelops,developers will install municipal sewer mains and lift stations.
Mae Valley Tributary should discharge to Blue Heron [18]through the existing 6-inch PVC force
main from Moses Pointe to MH 30-014 at Fairway Drive and Westshore Drive.
ZONING
Mae Valley Tributary consists of a rural low-density residential zone.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Mae Valley Tributary receives no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Predicted flows for 2021 assume that this tributary will not be developed with municipal
sewer in the next six years.Ultimate flows for Mae Valley Tributary assume low-density
residential development.All calculations are configured with Mae Valley Lift Station
discharging through the existing 6-inch force main in Westshore Drive.These
calculations should be revisited in the event that a gravity main is completed to the grit
chamber for Moses Pointe Development,and secondary flows from Moses Pointe Lift
Station are pumped through the Mae Valley Lift Station.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.20A:Mae Valley contributory
flows
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
868 3472 0 0 0 456residential
868 3472 0 0 0 456Total
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1140 gpm
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Table 5.2.20B:Pipe capacities downstream of future Mae Valley Lift Station
pipe capacity Notesdownstreamslopeupstreampipesize
(%)(gPm)
[21]Mae Valley Wetwell
(future)
force
main
Westshore Drive
Force Main
5286
Refer to Table 5.2.2IB for flow capacities downstream of Westshore Drive force main.
COMMENTS
A few residences along Westshore Drive,within Mae Valley Tributary are currently
connected to the force main in Westshore Drive,but as the Mae Valley Tributary
develops and gravity mains are installed in Westshore Drive,those services should be
reconnected to the gravity main.
As the west side of Moses Lake service area develops,merging flows from Blue Heron
[18],Mae Valley [20],Sun Terrace [40],Moses Pointe [21],and Moses Pointe North [19]
may compete for line capacity upstream of Blue Heron Lift Station.
Mae Valley Lift Station should be installed near the intersection of Mae Valley Road and
Westshore Drive,discharging to the 6-inch Moses Pointe force main in Westshore Drive.
Additional lift stations or alternate facilities may be required to provide full service to the
boundaries of this tributary.
A gravity main may be installed from Blue Heron Lift Station to the Moses Pointe grit
chamber,eliminating the necessity of a lift station in Mae Valley,but that sewer main
would require trench depths exceeding 20 feet at some locations.
Gravity mains should be increased in size near the Mae Valley Lift Station to provide
capacity for full development.
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5.2.21 MOSES POINTE TRIBUTARY [21]
Moses Pointe Tributary consists of a gravity sewer system that drains to Moses Pointe Lift
Station at 6402 NE Road 4.Moses Pointe Lift Station discharges to Blue Heron [18]through a
6-inch PVC force main at manhole 30-014 at Hansen Road and Westshore Drive.Moses Pointe
Development is connected to municipal sewer services in accordance with extra-territorial
agreement (950712028).
ZONING
Moses Pointe Tributary consists of a planned-use development,in accordance with an
extra-territorial agreement between Moses Pointe,Inc.and the City of Moses Lake.The
extra-territorial agreement allows up to 859 equivalent residential units.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
The Moses Pointe Tributary has no sub-tributaries.
Moses Pointe Tributary will receive contributory flows from Moses Pointe North [19]
when it is developed.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Moses Pointe calculated flows in 2014 are based on 63 of 859 allowed equivalent
residential units per extra-territorial agreement.2014 flows are adjusted to account for
the actual lift station flows in 2014.Because of the resort nature of the Moses Pointe
Tributary,the low flows may be due to low usage during winter months.Peak flows for
Moses Pointe are adjusted to account for the seasonal fluctuation,using a peak factor of
2.5 and 2014 calculated flows.Predicted flows for 2021 assume a 3 percent annual
growth for the Moses Pointe Tributary,but assume that Moses Pointe North will not be
developed in the next six years.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.21A:Moses Pointe
contributory flows
acres 2014 2021 ultimate2014
calc.adj.
4968 6521242000MosesPointeNorth[19]
206 62/859 113925MosesPointe4
62/5827 76514489254Total
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2014 PDF:lOgpm
2021 PDF:62.5 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1912 gpm
The Moses Pointe Lift Station pumped an average of 26 gpm during 2014.
Table 5.2.21B:Pipe capacities downstream of Moses Pointe Lift Station
Notesslope(%)downstreamupstream pipe
capacity
pipe size
(gpm)
[20]force
main
528MosesPointe
Wetwell
6MH30-015
[40]
8262.32MH29-001 8MH30-015
3300.37MH29-001 MH 29-002 8
15481.02MH29-002 MH 29-003 8
543MH29-057 8 1.00MH29-003
1043MH29-057 MH 29-008 8 3.7
3340.38MH29-008 MH 29-009 8
1.06 558MH29-009 MH 29-022 8
216310.12MH29-022 MH7 18
1631 20.12MH618MH7
1631 20.12MH6MH518
21631MH4180.12MH5
1631 20.12MH318MH4
1631 2180.12MH2MH3
1631 2180.12MH1MH2
1631 2BlueHeron
Wetwell
18 0.12MH1
Flows from Suncrest RV Park [18E]discharge from 4-inch municipal force main to
MH 29-002.
From design,not built.
Refer to Table 5.2.18B for flow capacities downstream of Blue Heron Lift Station.
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COMMENTS
Moses Pointe,Inc.is required to upgrade the lift station pumps to serve their development
of 859 SERUs when their development reaches a milestone of 100 SERUs.On April 1,
2015,62 SERUs were in service.
As Moses Pointe develops,the extra-territorial agreement requires the developer to up-
size the pumps and to transfer a generator from the Mae Valley Booster Pump Station
(water)to Moses Pointe Lift Station.
The force main from Suncrest RV Park [18E]should be intercepted if the gravity main is
installed to Hansen Road by the developer for Vista Village.
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5.2.22 LAKELAND TRIBUTARY [22]
Lakeland Tributary is a gravity sewer system draining to Lakeland Lift Station at 1150 South
Lakeland Drive.Lakeland Lift Station discharges to Division [08]thru a 4-inch PVC force main
to MH 25-002 in Nelson Road.
ZONING
Lakeland Tributary has an area of 100 acres of low-density residential.In 2015,87 of
those 100 acres are developed,leaving 13 acres remaining.The 87 developed acres
account for 333 residential units.Ultimate build-out of this tributary is predicted to
include a total of 383 residential units.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Lakeland Tributary receives no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries and has no
sub-areas.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Lakeland Tributary will provide sewer service to about 385 residential units.Calculated
flows for 2014 are adjusted to correspond with the measured flows for the Lakeland Lift
Station in 2014.The remaining residential lots within Lakeland Tributary are within a
fast-paced development,and is predicted to be completely built out by the year 2021.r*\
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.22A:Lakeland
contributory flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
undeveloped low-density
residential
13 0 75207
low-density residential 88 33333443333
Total 101 40385444033
2014 PDF:110 gpm
2021 PDF:127.5 gpm
Ultimate:127.5
Lakeland Lift Station pumps averaged 152 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.22B:Pipe capacities downstream of Lakeland Lift Station.
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gPm)
Lakeland Wetwell MH 25-002 4 force main 235
MH 25-002 MH 25-005 8 0.26 275
MH 25-005 8MH25-001 0.55 401
MH 25-001 MH 26-182 8 0.19 237
MH 26-182 8MH26-065 0.56 406
MH 26-065 MH 26-066 8 0.61 424
MH 26-066 MH 26-069 8 0.41 349
8MH26-069 MH 26-220 0.37 330
8MH26-220 MH 26-070 0.49 379
8 0.36MH26-070 MH 26-072 325
MH 26-072 MH 26-073 8 0.47 370
8MH26-073 MH 26-074 1.20 593
MH 26-074 MH 26-093 8 0.68 447
MH 26-093 MH 26-218 8 0.96 531
MH 26-218 MH 26-075 8 0.57 408
8 0.07MH26-075 MH 26-077 143
8 1.18MH26-077 MH 26-181 589
8 1.56MH26-181 MH 26-078 678
8 0.16MH26-078 MH 26-079 217
8MH26-079 MH 23-168 1.10 567
MH 23-169 8 0.53 394MH23-168
8 3.76MH23-172 1051MH23-169
3.408 1000MH23-172 MH 23-175
8 1.26 608MH23-175 MH 23-178
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pipe capacitydownstreamslope(%)Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
MH 23-178 MH 23-179 8 0.47 373
MH 23-179 MH 23-339 8 0.63 430
MH 23-339 MH 23-338-1 8 0.28 289
MH 23-338-1 MH 23-337 8 8.24 1557
MH 23-337 MH 23-188 8 8.14 1547
MH 23-188 MH 23-189 8 6.60 1393
MH 23-189 MH 23-193 8 4.69 1175
MH 23-193 MH 23-207 8 3.42 1003
MH 23-207 MH 23-208 12 1.80 2147
MH 23-208 MH 23-210 12 2.75 2652
MH 23-210 MH 23-211 12 0.12 553
MH 23-211 MH 23-212 12 0.55 1188
MH 23-212 MH 23-220 12 0.11 540
MH 23-220 MH 23-221 12 0.28 853
Division WetwellMH23-221 12 0.34 937
Refer to Table 5.2.08B for pipe capacities downstream of Division Street Lift Station.
COMMENTS
Lakeland Tributary is nearly complete and no additional up-sizing should be expected for
this tributary.
The Lakeland Lift Station was built in 1995 and all wastewater mains are PVC.
Adjacent property east of Lakeland Tributary includes low-density residential
developments outside the UGA,served with on-site wastewater disposal systems.
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5.2.23 CASCADE HEIGHTS TRIBUTARY [23]
Cascade Heights Tributary is a partially annexed area on the south end of Cascade Valley
consisting of agricultural and rural residential development.All sewer services are currently on-
site wastewater disposal systems;no municipal sewer services are installed to this tributary.As
developers install low-density residential complexes,they may be required to annex and install
municipal sewer facilities.
ZONING
Cascade Heights Tributary consists of 468 acres of low-density residential,229 acres of
medium-density residential,and 9 acres of general commercial.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Cascade Heights Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-
tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Cascade Heights is not connected to municipal sewer.Predicted flows for 2021 assume
that this tributary will not be connected to municipal sewer in the next six years.
Ultimate flows are based on full development at 4 residences per acre.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.unitsTable5.2.23A:Cascade
Heights contributory flows
acres
ultimate20212014
calc.
2014
adj.
3652780000695low-density residential
500090generalcommercial
3700278000704Total
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:925 gpm
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Table 5.2.23B:Pipe capacities downstream of Cascade Heights Lift Station (future).
Notesdownstreamslope(%)upstream pipe
capacity
pipe size
(gpm)
[24]Cascade Heights
Wetwell (future)
force
main
940MH21-018 8
MH 21-018 MH 21-017 10 0.67 802
MH 21-017 MH 21-016 1206101.51
1067MH21-016 MH 21-015 10 1.18
MH 21-015 MH 21-023 10 0.38 604
MH 21-023 660MH21-022 10 0.45
MH 21-022 MH 21-012 38101015.02
[25]MH 21-012 MH 22-147 736120.21
MH 22-147 MH 22-146 3200.0412
MH 22-146 MH 22-154 2188121.87
MH 22-154 MH 22-153 12 8.88 4765
MH 22-153 MH 22-003 1402120.77
MH 22-003 MH 22-004 793120.25
MH 22-004 MH 22-005 851120.28
MH 22-005 MH 22-007 0.24 78612
MH 22-007 MH 22-009 12 0.18 683
MH 22-009 MH 22-010 12 0.58 1213
MH 22-010 MH 22-011 12 0.14 600
MH 22-011 Sage Bay Wetwell 12 2.52 2536
Refer to Table 5.2.27B for capacities downstream of Sage Bay Lift Station.
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COMMENTS
1.About one-fourth of Cascade Heights Tributary is annexed,but undeveloped.
Preliminary development plans were reviewed by the City,which propose municipal
sewer to serve a portion of Cascade Heights.Those plans included a lift station and a
lake crossing for the sewer force main to discharge to Sage Bay [27]at the gravity sewer
main in Crestview Drive.During that preliminary development stage,the developer
purchased a property between Crestview Drive and the lake,to provide a municipal
easement for the proposed lake crossing prior to reselling the property.The development
and easement never progressed,but the developer still owns the property along Crestview
Drive.
Cascade Heights Tributary consists of about four miles of lakefront,therefore multiple lift
stations or alternate wastewater systems may be required for ultimate coverage in this
tributary.
As Cascade Heights Tributary,Upper Cascade Valley [25],and Lower Cascade Valley
[24]develop,downstream gravity trunk mains in Edgewater Lane will be at capacity,
causing surging at the manholes when the Cascade Heights,Upper Cascade Valley lift
stations discharge.
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5.2.24 LOWER CASCADE VALLEY [24]
Lower Cascade Valley is delineated from Upper Cascade Valley [25]by the limits of the gravity
sewer mains proposed for Upper Cascade Valley.All existing sewer services for Lower Cascade
Valley are currently connected to on-site wastewater disposal systems;no municipal sewer services
are installed to Lower Cascade Valley.As developers install low-density residential complexes in
this tributary,they will be required to annex and install municipal sewer facilities.Lower Cascade
Valley will require multiple small lift stations or alternative low-pressure or vacuum systems,
discharging to gravity mains in Upper Cascade Valley.
ZONING
The area consists of agricultural and mixed-density residential uses.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Lower Cascade Valley receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Lower Cascade Valley is not connected to municipal sewer.Predicted flows for 2021
assume that this tributary will not be connected to municipal sewer in the next six years.
Ultimate flows are based on full development.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.24A:Lower Cascade Valley
contributory flows
resid.
units
acres ultimate2014
calc.
20212014
adj.
low-density residential 2194171668000
medium-density residential 645003600
public 5100000
Total 2304722028000
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:575 gpm
COMMENTS
1 .Lower Cascade Valley consists of about 5 miles of lakefront.Multiple lift stations or
alternate wastewater systems will be required for ultimate coverage of this tributary.
All of the multiple lift stations or alternative pressure systems will discharge to Upper
Cascade Valley gravity mains.2.
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5.2.25 UPPER CASCADE VALLEY TRIBUTARY [25]
Upper Cascade Valley Tributary is in Cascade Valley,delineated by its elevation,to be
serviceable by gravity sewer mains that will drain to a future lift station in Cascade Park.All
existing sewer services are currently connected to private on-site wastewater disposal systems;no
municipal sewer services are installed to this tributary.As developers install low-density
residential complexes,they will be required to annex and install municipal sewer facilities.
ZONING
Upper Cascade Valley Tributary consists primarily of low-density residential (693 acres),
with some medium density residential (35 acres),and general commercial (58 acres).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Upper Cascade Valley will receive contributory flows from Lower Cascade Valley [24].
FLOW ANALYSIS
Upper Cascade Valley is not connected to municipal sewer.Predicted flows for 2021
assume that this tributary will not be connected to municipal sewer in the next six years.
Ultimate flows are based on full development in accordance with Table 5.1.1 parameters.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
Table 5.2.25A:Upper Cascade Valley
contributory flows
acres
ultimate201420212014
calc.adj.
364low-density residential 693 0 0 02772
0 37medium-density residential 35 280 0 0
0 29generalcommercial58000
2304722028000LowerCascadeValley[24]
0 6601258508000Total
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1650 gpm
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Table 5.2.25B:Pipe capacities downstream of Upper Cascade Valley Lift Station (future).
Notesslope(%)downstreamupstream pipe
capacity
pipe size
(gpm)
Upper Cascade Valley
Wetwell (future)
force
main
1468MH16-025 10
1106MH16-025 MH 16-024 10 1.27
1156MH16-024 MH 16-023 10 1.38
MH 16-023 MH 16-022 1035101.11
MH 16-021 968MH16-022 10 0.97
MH 16-021 950MH16-020 10 0.93
MH 16-020 MH 16-019 950100.93
MH 16-019 MH 16-018 10 0.40 621
MH 16-018 MH 16-017 10 17733.25
MH 16-017 MH 16-016 10 3.38 1806
MH 16-016 MH 21-021 1621102.72
MH 21-021 MH 21-020 10 0.38 608
MH 21-020 MH 21-019 615100.39
[23]MH 21-019 MH 21-018 601100.37
Refer to Table 5.2.23B for capacities downstream of MH 21-018.
COMMENTS
As Cascade Heights [23],Lower Cascade Valley [24],and Upper Cascade Valley [25]
develop,downstream gravity trunk mains will be at capacity,causing surging at the
manholes.
Valley Road Reconstruction Project (A-503)included two 16 inch sleeves under Valley
Road at Cascade Park for future crossing.
The 10-inch force main required at ultimate development from Upper Cascade Valley Lift
Station will have a velocity of 6.74 ft/s during peak flows of 1650 gpm ,but may not be
desirable until half of Cascade Valley is connected to municipal sewer,because the flows
would be too slow for purging the line.Consideration should be given to installing a
smaller force main to serve the Upper Cascade Valley Lift Station when first installed.
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5.2.26 NORTHSHORE TRIBUTARY [26]
Northshore Tributary is a gravity system that drains to MH 15-151,which is the head of 1000-
foot,8-inch steel siphon,under-crossing Moses Lake.The elevation of the siphon head at MH
15-151 is about 5 feet higher than the invert at MH 22-143,where Northshore Tributary
discharges to Main [09].A 4-inch overflow to Sage Bay Lift Station exists at MH 15-159 at the
west end of Northshore Drive,allowing overflows,if any,to discharge to Sage Bay Lift Station.
ZONING
Northshore Tributary has an area of 76 acres and consists of 208 existing residential units,
two churches,a convenience store,and Knolls Vista Park.Very little property remains
for additional development in this tributary.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Northshore Tributary receives contributory flows from OMNI [29],and Knolls Vista
[28],and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flows within Northshore Tributary are estimated by counting the existing residential
units,and estimating the church,park,Knolls Vista School,and service station.Majority
of flows through the Northshore Tributary are passed through from Knolls Vista [28].
Predicted flows for 2021 assume the Knolls Vista Lift Station will discharge through
Sage Bay Tributary [27]by new force main in 2021.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.unitsTable5.2.26A:Northshore
contributory flows
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
low-density residential 208 38 38763838
65/82 3/3 29OMNI[29]36 4129
1431/4530KNOLLSVISTA[28]811 231 0 0179
1642/4741 298 79Total96924674
2014 PDF:615 gpm
2021 PDF:185 gpm
Ultimate PDF:198 gpm \
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Table 5.2.26B:Pipe capacities downstream of MH 15-151 (Siphon Head)
Notesdownstreamslope(%)pipe capacity (gpm)upstream pipe size
MH 15-151 MH 22-143 siphon 18470
[48]MH 22-143 MH 22-040 8 0.44 283
MH 22-040 MH 22-156 12 3.31 2911
MH 22-156 MH 22-157 12 0.21 740
MH 22-157 MH 22-043 12 0.37 978
MH 22-043 MH 23-256 10 0.30 536
MH 23-256 MH 22-044 10 0.32 556
MH 22-044 MH 23-257 10 0.38 607
MH 23-257 MH 23-258 10 0.10 311
MH 23-258 MH 23-268 12 0.56 1193
MH 23-268 MH 23-270 15 0.48 2002
MH 23-270 MH 23-272 15 0.24 1423
MH 23-272 Main Wetwell [08][33]21 0.77 6228
Flow calculations for commercial steel pipe,70 degree clear fluid,and 5 feet of head
provide an ideal flow of 563 gpm at 3.56 ft/s.
Refer to Table 5.2.09B for capacities downstream of Main Lift Station.
1.
COMMENTS
Peak flows exceed the recommendations for the existing siphon.
The 4-inch overflow line to Sage Bay Lift Station does not have the capacity to support the
total flows from the Northshore Tributary in the event the siphon is blocked.
Flows from the Knolls Vista Lift Station should be routed to Sage Bay Lift Force Main to
eliminate capacity issues for the siphon.About 1750 LF of 6-inch force main is sufficient
to handle the current lift station pumps rates of 533 gpm,but for ultimate flows of 1692
gpm from Knolls Vista Tributary,a 12-inch force main would be required.
A gravity main can be installed from MH 15-150 to Sage Bay wetwell,to eliminate the
Northshore siphon.
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2.
3.
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5.2.27 SAGE BAY TRIBUTARY [27]
Sage Bay Tributary is a gravity sewer system that drains to Sage Bay Lift Station at 513 West
Edgewater Lane.Sage Bay Lift Station discharges to Headworks (COF)[39]through a 10-inch
force main under Moses Lake,which merges with flows from Main Lift Station at the McCosh
tee.
ZONING
The Sage Bay Tributary consists of mixed-density residential,general commercial,and
public uses.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
The Sage Bay Tributary includes the following sub-tributaries:Fairgrounds [27A],Home
Depot [27B],Upper Basin [27C],Village Park [27D],Park Orchard Elementary School
[27E],and Gateway Estates [27F].
Fairgrounds [27A],is not connected,but has been authorized to connect to the sewer main
in Paxson Drive.
Home Depot [27B],is a general commercial area that is about 38 percent developed.
Upper Basin [27C],is a residential area that is not connected to the municipal sewer.
Conceptual layout plans are available for the trunk sewer mains to serve this sub-tributary.
Village Park [27D],is manufactured home park that is connected to the municipal sewer.
Park Orchard Elementary School [27E]supports 458 full-time students (2014)and is
connected to the municipal sewer in Paxson Drive.
Gateway Estates [27 F]is a mixed residential and general commercial zone with about 10
percent of the 580 acre area connected to municipal sewer.Much of the area is
undeveloped,but includes some existing rural residential developments that are mostly
connected to on-site wastewater systems.Prior to 2004,this area discharged to Gateway
Lift Station at Harris Road and Ray Road,which pumped to the Larson WWTP.The
Gateway Lift Station was abandoned when the 12-inch gravity main was installed from
Harris Road and Ray Road,under State Route 17,discharging to the Sage Bay Tributary at
MH 10-007 at Market Street and Mary Street (C-213).
Cascade Heights Tributary [23],Lower Cascade Valley [24],and Upper Cascade Valley
[25]will contribute to Sage Bay Tributary;but currently,the three contributory tributaries
are not connected to municipal sewer services.
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FLOW ANALYSIS
Because Main and Sage Bay lift stations operate on VFDs,accurate flow measurements
are not available at these tributaries for 2014.Flows for these two tributaries can be
deduced by subtracting the measured contributions to Headworks (COF)[39]from the
total flows at Headworks (COF)for 2014,and proportioning the unmeasured balance
between Sage Bay and Main lift stations.However,the unmeasured flows at Headworks
(COF)that can be attributed to Sage Bay and Main Lift Stations are exceeded by the
measured flows that contribute to Main and Sage Bay,leaving negative balances for the
sub-tributaries within Main and Sage Bay.Therefore,summation at Headworks (COF)
[39]includes a line item for exfiltration,and the calculated flows in 2014 for Sage Bay
and Main tributaries are not adjusted.
Fairgrounds flow estimated at 60,000 gallons in an 18-hour day during fair week,for an
estimated 55 gpm average flow during the peak week.
Predicted flows for 2021 assume the fairgrounds will be connected to municipal sewer;
assumes that Knolls Vista Lift Station will be connected to Sage Bay Lift Station before
2021;and assumes that Upper Basin [27C],and the three Cascade Valley tributaries
[23][24][25]will not be connected within the next 6 years.Also,the following
developments have been preliminarily approved:Barrington Point 3,4,&5;Polo Ridge II;
Morgan Multi-family;and Stone Hollow.These six residential developments could
combine for an ADF of 48 gpm,and are included in predicted flows for 2021.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5221A:Sage Bay
contributory flows
resid.unitsacres
2014
calc.2014 2021 ultimate
adj.
existing residential 248 793 104 104 104 104
proposed residential 214 684 0 90048
Fairgrounds [27A]01780 0 55 55
Home Depot [27B]12/32 0 16114
Upper Basin [27C]0/1548 0 1703440 0
Village Park [27D]100/100 13 1313.8 13 13
Park Orchard Elementary School
[27E]
9.5 0 2 2 2 2
223/2230 2902943Gateway[27F]580 29
0/3200CascadeHeightsTributary[23]:705 0 0 0 355
0/5800UpperCascadeValley[25]:1296 0 0 0 650
1642/4741 0 0 256 756969Northshore[26]
2758*/14725 24993734149 149 525A.Total
*includes Northshore
This summation is carried through
to Headworks (COF)[39]
B.Total with Knolls Vista bypass,but without Northshore 343 1822
269 1743C.Total without Knolls Vista or Northshore
2014 PDF:372.5 gpm
2021 PDF:(A=1312 gpm)(B=857)(C=672)
Ultimate PDF:(A=6247 gpm)(B=4555)(C=4357)
The Sage Bay Lift Station pumps are calibrated (1992)to pump 693 gpm at 65 TDH.
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Table 5.2.27B:Pipe capacities downstream of Sage Bay Lift Station.
Notesdownstreamslopeupstreampipesizepipe
capacity(%)
(gpm)
Sage Bay
Wetwell
McCosh Tee force
main
1468 110
Flows from Sage Bay Lift Station merge with flows from Main [09]at
the McCosh tee.
1.
Refer to Table 5.2.09B for capacities downstream of Main Lift Station.
COMMENTS
Pumps at Sage Bay Lift Station are estimated to reach their capacity in five years,and
should be scheduled for up-sizing.
Contributory tributaries in Cascade Valley [23][24][25]will triple the total flow to Sage
Bay Lift Station when they are ultimately developed.
All trunk mains in Sage Bay Tributary and downstream of Sage Bay Tributary will need to
be up-sized as upstream growth occurs.
Flows from the Knolls Vista Lift Station could be routed to the Sage Bay force main to
reduce capacity issues for Sage Bay Lift Station.Knolls Vista pumps averaged 533 gpm
in 2014.
The Northshore siphon should not be diverted to Sage Bay Lift Station until its capacity is
increased to provide for the additional loading.
A flow meter should be installed when Sage Bay Lift Station is upgraded,to provide
accurate flow measurements.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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5.2.28 KNOLLS VISTA TRIBUTARY [28]
Knolls Vista Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Knolls Vista Lift Station at 429 W.
Reisner Road.Knolls Vista Lift Station discharges to Northshore [26]at MH 15-119,at the
intersection of Reisner Road and Ridge Road,thru a 420-foot,8-inch PVC force main.
ZONING
Knolls Vista Elementary School [28A]consists of 6 acres zoned public.
Central Drive [28B]consists of 105 acres of general commercial,and 38 acres of parks
and open space.
Longview [28C]consists of 37 acres of medium density residential and 21 acres of
existing commercial property,including a grocery store,liquor store,convenience store,
motel,bowling alley,casino,and lounge.
Stratford North [28D]consists of 358 acres of mixed residential use with some light
industrial and commercial uses.
Longview Elementary School [28 E]consists of 7 acres zoned public.
Desert Oasis Manufactured Home Park [28F]28 acres of high-density residential.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
The following sub-tributaries drain (or will drain)to the Knolls Vista Tributary:Knolls
Vista Elementary School [28A],Central Drive [28B],Longview [28C],Stratford North
[28D],Longview Elementary School [28 E],and Desert Oasis Manufactured Home Park
[28 F].Knolls Vista Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries.
Knolls Vista Elementary School [28A]serves 325 students with 26 teachers (2014).
Central Drive [28B]is a developing commercial area with about 58 of 125 acres
developed.This sub-tributary includes Vista Community Playfield,a municipal baseball
park.
Longview [28C]consists of existing residential properties,with about 140 of 170 lots
developed and connected to municipal sewer,21 acres of commercial property about two-
thirds developed,and a proposed 5-acre park.
Stratford North [28D]is not currently connected to municipal sewer.Most of this area
could be served with gravity sewer,if extended north on Stratford Road;but the far
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reaches of the tributary may need additional lift stations or alternate low-pressure effluent
systems for connections to gravity mains.The tributary is mostly medium-density
residential and general commercial,but includes several existing high-density
manufactured home parks.
Longview Elementary School [28 E]is not connected to municipal sewer.A gravity main
would need to be extended north to Maple Drive,then west to the school on Apple Drive.
Desert Oasis Manufactured Home Park [28 F]is currently connected to the gravity main in
Kinder Road.The park includes 100 existing manufactured home sites with room for
expansion to include 25 additional homes.
Knolls Vista Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flows for Knolls Vista Elementary School [28A]and Longview Elementary School [28E]
are based on water usage records for winter months in 2014,and are not adjusted.
Central Drive [28B]calculations are based on 0.5 gpm/acre for the park and commercial
developments.
Longview [28C]residential flows are calculated at 140 of 170 lots connected to municipal
sewer in 2014.Calculated flows for Longview commercial are based on 21 acres at 0.5
gpm/acre.
Stratford North [28D]flows are based on medium-density residential development at 8residentialunitsperacre.Predicted flows for 2021 assume no connections within the next
six years.
Calculated flows Desert Oasis Manufactured Home Park [28F]are based on the number of
existing residential units for the development.
Calculated flows for 2014 are adjusted to balance the actual measured flows pumped at
Knolls Vista Lift Station during 2014.
Predicted flows for 2021 are estimated by adding a proportionate share of the estimated 3
percent annual growth.
Ultimate flows are based on Table 5.1.1 parameters.
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Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.28A:Knolls Vista
contributory flows
resid.unitsacres ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.est.
public 6 0 3 2 2 2
620/672 63 64 88low-density residential 168 81
medium-density residential 3 16/24 2 2 2 3
89high-density residential 555/675 56 574573
Knolls Vista Elementary School [28A]6 0 4 4 4 4
632312502922CentralDrive[28B]
22140/170 18 14 14Longview[28C]:residential 38
6 6 11Longview[28C]:General Commercial 8210
0 0 30Longview[28C]:Longview Park 5 0
3760/2864 0 0 0StratfordNorth[28D]358
2 2 2LongviewElementarySchool[28 E]10 0 2
8 8 14100/125DesertOasisManufacturedHome
Park [28F]
26 11
179 6771431/4530 231 182811Total
2014 PDF:448 gpm
2021 PDF:455 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1692 gpm
Knolls Vista Lift Station pumped an average of 533 gpm in 2014.
Table 5.2.28:Pipe capacities downstream of Harris/Stratford Road intersection (future)
Notesslopedownstreamupstreampipe
capacity
pipe
(%)size
(gpm)
1MH2(future in Stratford
Road)
8 0.40 341MH1(future at
Harris/Stratford Road)
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Notespipeslopedownstreamupstreampipe
capacity(%)size
(gPm)
521100.28MH2(future in
Stratford Road)
MH 15-182
1077MH15-193 12 0.45MH15-182
9280.34MH15-192 12MH15-193
746120.22MH15-191MH15-192
9500.35MH15-191 MH 15-190 12
1097MH15-190 MH 15-189 12 0.47
11760.54MH15-189 MH 15-174 12
1144MH15-096 0.51MH15-174 12
1078MH15-096 MH 15-097 12 0.45
803MH15-097 MH 15-098 12 0.25
0.62 1260MH15-098 MH 15-099 12
337MH15-099 MH 15-100 12 0.04
1484MH15-100 MH 15-101 12 0.86
MH 15-101 MH 15-102 0.32 89912
MH 15-102 MH 15-103 0.41 102012
MH 15-103 MH 15-104 973120.37
1906MH15-104 MH 15-095 12 1.42
MH 15-095 Knolls Vista wet well 583121.16
Knolls Vista wet well MH 15-119 8 force
main
940
MH 15-119 MH 15-120 8 0.16 215
MH 15-120 MH 15-121 8 3560.43
MH 15-121 MH 15-122 8 3610.44
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downstream slope Notesupstreampipe
size
pipe
capacity<%)
(gpm)
MH 15-122 MH 15-123 0.268 274
MH 15-123 MH 15-129 8 0.43 357
MH 15-129 1.60MH15-149 [29]8 686
MH 15-149 MH 15-150 10 0.32 553
MH 15-150 MH 15-151 (Head to
Northshore siphon)
1.0010 983
Pipe size extending north on Stratford Road will be analyzed during design to
accommodate future flow requirements.Sizes shown assume minimum slopes.1.
Refer to Table 5.2.26B for capacities downstream of MH 15-151.
COMMENTS
Growth for Stratford North [28D]will hinge on the extension of sewer in Stratford Road.
When that extension occurs,the Knolls Vista Lift Station should be up-sized.
Flows from the Knolls Vista Lift Station should be routed to the force main downstream of
Sage Bay Lift Station,to eliminate capacity issues for the siphon and reduce the flow
through Main [09].About 1750 LF of 6-inch force main is sufficient to handle the current
lift station pump rates of 533 gpm,but for ultimate flows of 1692 gpm from Knolls Vista
Tributary,a 12-inch force main would be preferred.
Also refer to comments in Northshore [26]regarding elimination of the Northshore
siphon.
1.
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5.2.29 OMNI TRIBUTARY [29]
Omni Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Omni Lift Station at 533 N.Stratford Road.
Omni lift station discharges to MH 15-999 on the west side of Stratford Road,to Northshore [26],
through a 525-foot,4-inch PVC force main (a 4-inch AC pipe remains in sleeve at Stratford Road
crossing).
ZONING
Omni Tributary consists of 82 acres of general commercial.The tributary includes
shopping centers,variety stores,and restaurants on Stratford Road,south of State Route
17.About 20 percent of Omni Tributary is undeveloped.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Omni Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for 2014 are based on Table 5.1.1 parameters assuming 80 percent
development for the tributary.Adjusted flows for 2014 are based on measured flows at
Omni Lift Station for 2014.Ultimate flows are based on full development of 0.5
gpm/acre.Predicted flows for 2021 are based on a proportionate share of the City’s 3
percent annual growth.
Table 5.2.29A:Omni contributory flows Average Daily Flows (gpm)
resid.
units
acres ultimate20212014
calc.
2014
adj.
general commercial 4165/82 3/3 29 3629
2014 PDF:73 gpm
2021 PDF:90 gpm
Ultimate PDF:103 gpm
Omni Lift Station pumps averaged 188 gpm in 2014.
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Table 5.2.29B:Pipe capacities downstream of Omni Lift Station
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity
(gpm)
Notesupstreampipesize
Omni Wet well force
main
MH 15-999 4 235
MH 15-999 MH 15-143 8 0.40 341
MH 15-143 MH 15-144 10 0.25 495
MH 15-144 MH 15-145 10 0.16 397
10 0.31MH15-146 551MH15-145
10 0.29 530MH15-147MH15-146
0.2710MH15-147 MH 15-148 513
MH 15-148 MH 15-149 10 0.24 482
Refer to Table 5.2.28B for capacities downstream of MH 15-149.
COMMENTS
A bypass is installed at the force main near the abandoned Kmart Lift Station,that
could be used to divert most of the flows at MH 14-115 or MH 14-116.
Several of the commercial users within Omni Tributary have private on-site lift
stations that will cause diverse flows.
An in-line valve is buried,in the “on”position,on the 4-inch force main,on the
east side of Stratford Road,where the PVC Pipe changes to AC pipe.
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5.2.30 MARINA TRIBUTARY [30]
Marina Tributary is a gravity sewer system,draining to Marina Lift Station at 1350 W.Marina
Drive.Marina Lift Station discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 22-125 on Sunset Drive,thru a
144-foot,4-inch DI force main.
ZONING
Marina Tributary consists of a low-density residential zone that serves about 54 residential
units (2014)with an ultimate development of 114 units,predominantly single-family
construction.Much of the vacant land within Marina Tributary,consisting of some
wetland areas,has recently been reclassified as public and is not buildable.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Marina Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries,and has no sub-tributaries.
Marina Shores is a gated community within the Marina Tributary,but all residential units
within Marina Shores are connected to the municipal sewer installed within municipal
easements.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flow calculations for Marina Tributary are based on the number of existing residential
units.Adjusted flows for 2014 are based on actual flows at Marina Lift Station.The
adjusted flows indicate that each residential unit in Marina Tributary has an average daily
use of 108 gallons.This low number can be accounted for by assuming single person
residences in the older area,and that Marina Shores may have several residents that are
retired and live in other residences for a portion of the year.Predicted flows for 2021 are
based on Marina’s share of the 3 percent annual growth.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.30A:Marina contributory flows resid.
units
acres
2014
calc.
ultimate20142021
adj.
residential 54/11453 15745
Total 53 54/114 15457
2014 PDF:8 gpm
2021 PDF:12.5 gpm
Ultimate PDF:37.5 gpm
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The Marina Drive Lift Station pumped an average of 131 gpm in 2014.
Table 5.2.30B:Pipe capacities downstream of Marina Lift Station
slope (%)pipe capacity
(gpm)
Notesdownstreamupstreampipesize
force
main
235MarinawetwellMH22-125 4
0.35 319MH22-125 MH 22-126 8
30480.32MH22-127MH22-126
8 0.39 339MH22-127 MH 22-131
0.26 276MH27-006 8MH22-131
0.25 49010MH27-010MH27-006
488100.25MH27-010 MH 27-012
838120.27MH27-012 MH 27-013
656120.17MH27-014MH27-013
760120.23MH27-018MH27-014
168120.01MH27-019MH27-018
616120.15MH27-021MH27-019
802120.25MH27-022MH27-021
834120.27MH27-059MH27-022
Refer to Table 5.2.1IB for flow capacities downstream of MH 27-059.
COMMENTS
Holm [31],undeveloped,adjacent to Marina on the north,could develop as a sub-tributary
to Marina Tributary,which would require a railroad under-crossing.Otherwise,Holm is
considered a future contributory to Main [09].
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5.2.31 HOLM TRIBUTARY [31]
Holm Tributary is currently served by private on-site wastewater disposal systems,except for
York [31A]sub-tributary.To connect Holm Tributary to municipal sewer will require a lift
station or alternate pressure system,which could discharge to Main [09]at MH 22-014 in Marina
Drive.
ZONING
Holm Tributary consists of general commercial/industrial zone.However,York [31A]is a
residential use.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Holm Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries.
York [31A]is a sub-tributary,consisting of a 2.13 acre mobile-home park that was
constructed in 1978.York [31A]is a private sewer system,and provides service to about
25 residential units,predominantly mobile homes,at 1123 West Marina Drive.York
[31A]is a gravity system,draining to a private on-site lift station,that discharges to MH
22-013 in Main [09]thru an 810-foot,4-inch diameter,force main within private
easements and alley right-of-way between Third Avenue and Marina Drive.Insufficient
information is known about the discharge rate of the private lift station.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing flows for York [31A]are based on the number of existing residential units in
service.Predicted flows for 2021 assume that no additional services will be connected in
the next six years.Ultimate flows for Holm Tributary are estimated at 0.5 gpm/acre at fill
development.
Table 5.2.48A:Holm contributory flows Average Daily Flows (gpm)resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.20212014
adj.
York [31A]42254 4 4
commercial/industrial 204000 0 0
Total 42 2425444
2014 PDF:10 gpm
2021 PDF:10 gpm
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Ultimate PDF:60 gpm
Table 5.2.3IB:Pipe capacities downstream of MH 22-014
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Holm wet well
(future)
MH 22-014 4 force
main
235
MH 22-014 MH 22-015 8 0.42 349
MH 22-015 MH 22-016 8 0.20 244
MH 22-016 MH 22-017 8 0.36 326
MH 22-017 MH 22-018 8 0.19 236
MH 22-018 MH 22-034 8 0.35 322
MH 22-034 MH 22-035 8 0.22 253
MH 22-035 MH 22-036 8 0.28 287
MH 22-036 8 0.26MH22-037 278
MH 22-037 10MH22-038 0.26 276
MH 22-038 MH 22-039 10 0.23 258
MH 22-039 MH 22-040 10 0.25 [26]234
Refer to Table 5.2.26B for flow capacities downstream of MH 22-040.
COMMENTS
An existing railroad separates Holm Tributary from Marina [30].It is foreseeable that a
railroad under-crossing could be installed,or that the railroad will be rerouted;and Holm
Tributary could be merged to Marina [30]via gravity sewer,but leaving York [31A]as a
sub-tributary to Main [09].
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5.2.32 COF TRIBUTARY [32]
COF Tributary is a gravity system that drains to COF Lift Station at 1303 W.Lakeside Drive,
which discharges to Headworks (COF)[39]through a 25-foot,6-inch diameter,DI force main.
ZONING
COF Tributary has an area of 8.28 acres split between residential and public.The tributary
provides sewer service for 15 residential units on Lakeside Drive and for the offices and
shop at the Central Operations Facility.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
COF Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Measured flows from the COF Lift Station correspond with calculated flows for 2014,so
no adjustment was required.Predicted flows for 2021 are expected to see little additional
growth because the tributary is at ultimate development.
Table 5.2.32A:COF contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
Low-density residential,public offices 9 15 2.5 2.5 3 3
Total 9 2.5 3 3152.5
2014 PDF:6.25 gpm
2021 PDF:7.5 gpm
Ultimate PDF:7.5 gpm
COF Lift Station pumps are rated at 66 gpm.
Table 5.2.32:Pipe capacities downstream of COF Lift Station
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
COF wet well Headworks (COF)6 force main 528
Refer to Table 5.2.2IB for flows downstream of MH 30-015
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5.2.33 WHEELER TRIBUTARY [33]
Wheeler Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Wheeler Lift Station at 616 E.Wheeler Road.
Wheeler Lift Station discharges to Main [09]through a 6-inch steel force main at MH 23-240 in
West Fifth Avenue.
ZONING
Wheeler Tributary has an area of 1167 acres,consisting of Industrial (533),Commercial
(226),Low-density residential (211),high-density residential (102),medium-density
residential (46),environmentally sensitive (25),and public (25 ).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Sub-tributaries within Wheeler Tributary include Broadway Business Park [33A],Lad
[33B],Cenex [33C],Samaritan [33D],and Lakeview [33E].Broadway Business Park
[33A]is connected to the municipal sewer system thru an existing private low-pressure
system that discharges to MH 14-071 on Block Street.Lad [33B]and Cenex [33C]will
need to install a pressure system to connect to the municipal sewer system because gravity
is extended as far as feasible in East Broadway Avenue.Samaritan [33D]includes the
Moses Lake Clinic facilities on Hill Avenue and the Samaritan Health Center.Lakeview
[33E]includes the Lakeview Terrace Elementary School on 780 S.Clover Drive.Both
Samaritan and Lakeview are connected to the municipal sewer system.
Farmer [34]and Carnation [02]contribute to Wheeler Tributary.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Broadway Business Park [33A]flows are based on 9 of 28 acres developed at 0.5
gpm/acre.
Lad [33B]and Cenex [33C]are not connected to municipal sewer,but are included in
2021 and ultimate calculations at 0.5 gpm/acre and 3 percent growth annually.
Samaritan [33D]and Lakeview School [33E]are based on water usage records for winter
months in 2014 and are not adjusted.For Samaritan [33D]2021 flows assume a 3 percent
increase per year,with ultimate flows being doubled from 2014.
Undeveloped residential,commercial,and industrial properties are estimated to experience
3 percent growth annually at rates in accordance with Table 5.1.1 parameters.
Existing high-density and medium density properties were estimated at 4.5 residences per
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estimated at 4 residential units per acre.
Adjusted flows for 2014 held contributory tributaries constant,based on their pumping
records,and balanced the remaining flows evenly to equal the flows measured at Wheeler
Lift Station for 2014.
Predicted flows for 2021 are based on a proportionate share of the City’s estimated 3
percent annual growth.
Peak flows for Samaritan and the industrial properties are estimated at 1.5 times average
daily flows rather than 2.5 times average daily flows.
resid.units Average Daily Flows (gpm)acresTable5.2.33A:Wheeler contributory
flows ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
Industrial 160/414 1650803845
Commercial 120/211 5001057
low-density residential 66/211 264/844 93351721
medium density residential 46/46 207/207 48 23 23 23
high-density residential 80/102 360/990 65 31 36 114
environmentally sensitive 0/25 0 0 0 0 0
public 0/12 0 1 611
Broadway Business Park[33A]9/28 0 14523
Lad [33B]0/32 0 0 0 161
Cenex [33C]0/59 0 0 0 2 30
Samaritan [33D]15/15 0 7035 35 37
Lakeview[33E]13/13 0 2 2 2 2
Carnation [02]3114 0 433 1742222307
Farmer [34]436 0/75 2 152210
Total 3697 831/2116 716 378 495 2477
2014 PDF:872 gpm
2021 PDF:1155
Ultimate PDF:4285 gpm
Wheeler Lift Station pumps averaged 1132 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.33B:Pipe capacities downstream of Wheeler Lift Station
downstream pipe size slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstream
(gpm)
Wheeler wet well MH 23-240 6 force
main
528
MH 23-240 MH 23-241 12 0.29 855
MH 23-241 MH 23-242 15 0.84 2653
MH 23-242 15 0.56MH23-277 2172
MH 23-277 MH 23-243 18 0.23 2244
MH 23-243 MH 23-244 18 0.32 2654
MH 23-244 MH 23-245 18 1.33 5444
18MH23-245 MH 23-266 0.38 2919
MH 23-266 MH 23-267 18 0.41 3008
MH 23-267 MH 23-269 18 0.26 2389
MH 23-269 MH 23-271 21 0.28 3774
MH 23-272 21MH23-271 6.59 18256 [08]
[26]
Main wet wellMH23-272 21 0.77 6228
Refer to Table 5.2.09B for capacities downstream of Main Lift Station.
COMMENTS
Predicted peak flows for 2021 exceed the capacity of Wheeler Lift Station with one pump
out of service.
The 6-inch force main experiences velocities of 12 fps when the pumps are in operation,
and should be up-sized to a 10-inch force main,or a parallel line should be installed.
As the Main Lift Station (downstream)approaches capacity,consideration should be given
to installing a bypass force main for the Wheeler and Division Lift Stations,to relieve the
volume passing through Main Lift Station.This bypass would require about 3500 LF of
pipe,and could tie into the 16-inch force main at McCosh Park,downstream of Main Lift
Station.
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5.2.34 FARMER TRIBUTARY [34]
The Farmer Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Farmer Lift Sation at 10770 NE Farmer
Drive.Farmer Drive Lift Station discharges to Wheeler [33]through a 6-inch PVC force main at
MH 14-074 in West Third Avenue.Currently,Farmer Tributary services the City of Moses Lake
Operations Complex at 11789 Road 4 NE,with very few additional service connections.
ZONING
Farmer Tributary consists of 275 acres industrial,90 acres parks &open space,66 acres
public,and 5 acres high-density residential.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Farmer Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries.Adjacent property north of
Farmer Tributary is primarily residential property outside the City’s Urban Growth Area.
Municipal Operations Complex [34A]includes the municipal public works complex (16
acre),the municipal airport and supporting businesses (60 acres),and adjacent
undeveloped municipal property (84 acres).
The remainder of Farmer Tributary consists of undeveloped industrial property,with some
older commercial/industrial properties connected to on-site wastewater disposal systems.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flows in the Farmer Tributary are based on existing flows at Farmer Lift Station in 2014.
No adjustment was necessary for balancing these small flows.Predicted flows for 2021
assume a proportionate share of the City’s 3 percent annual growth associated with the
undeveloped properties and existing Municipal Operations Complex.Ultimate flows for
the tributary assume full development and connection to sewer based on Table 5.1.1
parameters,except for the Municipal Operations Complex,assumed to double its existing
flows.Peak daily flows are estimated at 2.5 times average daily flow for commercial and
residential properties,and 1.5 times average daily flows for industrial properties.
Table 5.2.34A:Farmer Contributory Flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.
20212014
adj.
Municipal Operations Complex 157 0 2 2 2 5
high-density residential 10575001
industrial 274 0 0 13707
TOTAL 436 152752210
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2014 PDF:5 gpm
2021 PDF:18 gpm
Ultimate PDF:243 gpm
Farmer Lift Station pumps averaged 326 gpm in 2014.
Table 5.2.34B:Pipe capacities downstream of Farmer Lift Station
slope (%)downstream pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
6 force
main
Farmer wet well MH 14-074 528
10 0.28MH14-074 MH 14-073 516
10 0.43MH14-073 MH 14-072 645
10MH14-072 MH 14-070 0.28 523
10MH14-070 MH 14-069 0.27 514
MH 14-068 10 0.48 684MH14-069
10 0.06MH14-068 MH 14-067 243
10 0.28 516MH14-041MH14-067
10 704 [02]0.51MH14-051MH14-041
Wheeler wet well 12 1.21 1759MH14-051
Refer to Table 5.2.33B for capacities downstream of Wheeler Lift Station.
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5.2.35 SOUTH 1-90 WEST TRIBUTARY [35]
The South1-90 West Tributary is currently not served with municipal sewer;however the
municipal force main from the COF to the Sand Dunes WWTP runs up Potato Hill Road on the
east boundary of the tributary.Currently the area is developed as low-density residential with on-
site disposal systems.
ZONING
South 1-90 West Tributary consists of low-density residential zoning.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
South 1-90 West Tributary is not connected to municipal sewer and receives no
contributory flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
South1-90 West is not connected to municipal sewer.Predicted flows for 2021 assume no
development will occur in the next six years.Ultimate flows are based on full
development as low-density resdential.
Table 5.2.35A:South 1-90 West
contributory flows
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate20212014
calc.2014
adj.
Low-Density Residential 3506662664000
Total 3506662664000
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:875 gpm
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Table 5.2.35B:Pipe capacities downstream of South1-90 West Lift Station (future)
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
South1-90 West wet
well (future)
Potato Hill force
Main
8 force
main
940
Potato Hill force Main Sand Dunes 20 force
main
5874 1
1.Portions of the Potato Hill force main have parallel pipes.
COMMENTS
To serve the area with municipal sewer service,lift stations would be installed,
discharging to the City’s sewer force main in Potato Hill Road.
The City has no plans for developing wastewater infrastructure in this tributary,and all
wastewater infrastructure would be developer driven.
Development of municipal sewer in this tributary may be extremely long range because
existing residences are served with on-site septic systems,and the low-density nature of
the area will not force connection to municipal sewer outside the City limits.
Because the area borders the lake,multiple small lift station or alternate systems may be
required to supplement full development of municipal sewer in this tributary.
Lowlander [06]private 4-inch sewer force main passes through this tributary,in Goodrich
Road;but no additional connections are authorized to the private,metered,force main
beyond the Lowlander service area.
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5.2.36 SOUTH 1-90 EAST TRIBUTARY [36]
South1-90 East Tributary is currently not served with municipal sewer;however the municipal
force main from the COF to the Sand Dunes WWTP runs along the west boundary of the
tributary,in Potato Hill Road to Baseline Road,then east on Baseline Road to Road K.
ZONING
Currently the area is agricultural or low-density residential.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
South 1-90 East Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Predicted flows for 2021 assume that South 1-90 East Tributary will not be developed in
the next six years.Ultimate flows are estimated as low-density residential at full
development.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)Table 5.2.36A:South 1-90 East
contributory flows
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
low-density residential 62311864744000
623Total11864744000
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:1557 gpm
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Table 5.2.36B:Pipe capacities downstream of South 1-90 East Lift Station (future)/-*\
downstream pipe size slope (%)Notesupstreampipe
capacity
(gpm)
South 1-90
West wet well
(future)
Potato Hill force
Main
force
main
211212 1
Potato Hill
force Main
Sand Dunes 20 force
main
5874 1
1.Portions of the Potato Hill force main have parallel pipes.
COMMENTS
To serve the area,a lift station should be installed on Baseline Rd,about 2500 feet west of
Road K.The depth should provide full gravity service to this tributary.
South 1-90 East lift station could be up-sized to accept contributory flows from Kittelson
[04]and Eka [03],bypassing Nelson Lift Station:if the South 1-90 gravity main is
installed large enough and deep enough to serve those tributaries (under-crossings required
at 1-90 and SR 17).
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5.2.37 HANSEN TRIBUTARY [37]
Hansen Tributary is not served with municipal sewer.On-site wastewater treatment facilities,as
approved through Grant County Health,are authorized for the existing development in Hansen
Tributary.To serve the area with municipal sewer,the developer would either need to install a lift
station and force main,or extend the Westlake Shores [15]low-pressure effluent system from
cleanout 32-038 at the west end of Sage Road.
ZONING
Hansen Tributary is zoned for General Commercial (35 acres)and Industrial (22 acres).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Hansen Tributary receives no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries,and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Predicted flows for 2021 assume that Hansen Tributary will not connect to municipal
sewer within six years.Ultimate flows assume 0.5 gpm/acre for full development as
commercial/industrial.
Table 5.2.37A:Hansen contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
2021 ultimate2014
calc.2014
adj.
Commercial/industrial 57 0 0 0 270
TOTAL 57 0 0 0 270
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:67.5 gpm
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Table 5.2.37B:Pipe capacities downstream of Hansen
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Low-pressure effluent
pipe
force
main
Low-pressure
effluent pipe
3 132
Low-pressure effluent
pipe
force
main
MH 29-029 4 235
Refer to Table 5.2.16B for flow capacities downstream of MH 29-029.
COMMENTS
In time,developers in the Hansen Tributary should connect to the Westlake Shores low-pressure sewer main by extending a 3-inch PVC low-pressure force main in South
Frontage Road to the west UGA boundary.If this event occurs,Hansen Tributary should
be merged as a sub-tributary of Westlake Shores [15].
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5.2.38 CRAB CREEK TRIBUTARY [38]r*S
Crab Creek Tributary is a low-pressure effluent system,consisting of a low-pressure force-main
(Cl87,1998)in Western Avenue that is maintained by the City;and privately owned on-site
pumps and septic tanks for each service connection.Currently,only a single service is connected
to this system.Although Milwaukee Avenue does not have a sewer main,a tee at the intersection
of Milwaukee Avenue and Western Avenue is available for a tie-in for future extension of the
low-pressure main.The 2-inch PVC low-pressure effluent main in Western Avenue,increases to
3 inches at the tee,and discharges to Peninsula [10]at MH 22-186 in Milwaukee Avenue.
ZONING
Crab Creek Tributary consists of 21 acres of general commercial/industrial.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Crab Creek Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flows for 2014 are based on water usage records for 2014.Predicted flows for 2021 are
based on a 3 percent annual growth associated with this tributary.Ultimate flows are
predicted to be 11 gpm ADF based on 0.5 gpm/acre for commercial/industrial zones.
Table 5.2.38A:Crab Creek contributory
flows
Average Daily Flows (gpm)resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
Commercial/Industrial 112100.5 0.5 1
Total 112100.5 0.5 1
2014 PDF:2 gpm
2021 PDF:4 gpm
Ultimate PDF:28 gpm
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Table 5.2.38B:Pipe capacities downstream of MH 27-186N
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity
(gpm)
Notesupstreampipe
size
2-inch low-pressure
force main
force
main
3-inch low-
pressure force main
2 58
3-inch low-pressure
force main
force
main
3MH22-186 132
8 0.45MH22-186 MH 22-139 363
MH 22-114 8 0.47 372MH22-139
MH 22-178 8 3.70 1043MH22-114
8 3.70 1043MH22-178 MH 22-177
8 3.67MH22-196 1038MH22-177
10MH22-002 0.28 519MH22-196
10 22.78 4693MH22-002 MH 27-003
10 0.38 606MH27-003 MH 27-064
Peninsula wet well 18 83893.17MH27-064
Refer to Table 5.2.10B for flow capacities downstream of Peninsula Lift Station.
COMMENTS
Existing warehouses in this tributary are not expected to connect to the municipal sewer in
the next six years.
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5.2.39 HEADWORKS (COF)[39]
Headworks (COF)is a collection and treatment hub,only—receiving contributory flows from
upstream tributaries,but no service connections within the tributary.Headworks (COF)
discharges to a 5-mile long force main en-route to Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant [41].
Located at the COF on 1303 W.Lakeside Drive,Headworks (COF)includes a pretreatment basin,
raw waste pumps,solids pumps,control center,and a million-gallon overflow basin.Headworks
(COF)facility removes some solids and sediments prior to pumping to Sand Dunes Wastewater
Treatment Facility.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Headworks (COF)receives flow from the following tributaries:Main [09],Peninsula [10],
COF [32],and Sage Bay [27].
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flow calculations for Headworks (COF)are determined from the measured flows to the
Sand Dunes [41],less the measured flows from Nelson [07]and Lowlanders [06].
Because the total remainder of flows contributing to Headworks (COF)exceeds the
deduced flow,an assumption is made that exfiltration occurs upstream of Headworks
(COF).
Peak flows at Headworks (COF)are estimated at 1.5 times the average daily flow.This
peaking factor is estimated from records at Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment plant,that
has a 2014 record of 1.12.Because the Nelson Lift station also influences the Sand Dunes
Wastewater Treatment flows,the peaking factor for Headworks (COF)[32]was rounded
up to 1.5.
Table 5.2.39A:
Headworks (COF)
contributory flows
resid.units Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate20212014
calc.2014
adj.
MAIN [09]5704 5091/11256 1420 1115 32941100
PENINSULA [10]1282 2479/13923 2016376373317
COF [32]15/15 3932.5 2.5
SAGE BAY [27]3734 1116/14725 2499149149525
exfiltration NA NA 0 -313.5 -313.5 -313.5
Total 10729 8701/39919 1628.8 7419.519471255
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2014 PDF:1882 gpm
2021 PDF:2297 gpm
Ultimate PDF:11152 gpm
Three 125 HP raw waste pumps at Headworks (COF)are each rated to pump 1900 gpm at 135TDH;additional capacity is provided by the Eastlake Booster Pump Station,an in-line pumping
station on the Potato Hill force main,that can pump 3000 gpm (also controlled by the raw waste
level at the Headworks (COF)).
Table 5.2.39B:Pipe capacities downstream of Headworks (COF)
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
Potato Hill Force
Main
Sand Dunes force
main
20 5874 1
[07][35]
[36][06]
Portions of the Potato Hill Force Main have parallel pipes.1.
COMMENTS
1.The contributories flowing to Headworks (COF)Tributary have a large potential for future
growth.As the Carnation,Wheeler,Cascade Valley,Mae Valley,and Moses Pointe
tributaries develop and connect to the municipal wastewater system,and as the UGA
boundary is expanded on the west side of Moses Lake,the capacity of Headwaters will be
surpassed.The following solutions will need to be considered if the capacity of
Headworks (COF)is exceeded:
Headworks (COF)capacity will need to be increased.
Tributaries contributing flows to Headworks (COF)will need to pump directly to
the Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Facility,bypassing Headworks (COF).
A third wastewater treatment facility will need to be constructed,and some
tributaries contributing to Headworks (COF)will need to be rerouted to the new
facility.
No additional connections will be authorized if they would contribute to
Headworks (COF).
A.
B.
C.
D.
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5.2.40 SUN TERRACE TRIBUTARY [40]
The Sun Terrace Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Sun Terrace Lift Station at 503 N.
Towhee Street.Sun Terrace Lift Station discharges to Blue Heron [18]through a 6-inch PVC
force main at MH 30-017 in Fairway Drive.
ZONING
Sun Terrace Tributary consists of low-density residential (170 acres),Parks and Open
Space (135 acres),and Environmentally Sensitive (1 acre).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Sun Terrace Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries,and has no sub-
tributaries.Adjacent properties north and west of Sun Terrace Tributary are primarily
agriculture and low-density residential property outside the City’s Urban Growth Area.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Sun Terrace Tributary will provide sewer service to about 530 residential units and the
country club.In 2014,63 residential units were connected.Sun Terrace Comprehensive
Analysis Report provide by AHO Development indicates a peak hourly flow of 538 gpm at
full build-out for the tributary.The golf course consist of 120 acres,but the flows are
attributed only to the clubhouse facilities.
Actual flows for Sun Terrace in 2014 indicated 13 gpm average,for 0.2 gpm/RU.This
number is high,and an assumption is made that 4.0 gpm infiltrates the gravity system.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)
Table 5.2.40A:Sun Terrace contributory
flow
resid.
units
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
Low-density residential 6663/530 99 17175
Parks &open Space 51350002
infiltration 4 4NA44NA
Total 75306530131323
2014 PDF:32 gpm
2021 PDF:58 gpm
Ultimate PDF:188 gpm
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Table 5.2.40B:Pipe capacities downstream of Sun Terrace Lift Station
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Sun Terrace wet well MH 30-017 6 force
main
528
MH 30-017 MH 30-016 8 0.54 396
MH 30-016 MH 30-015 8 0.34 317 [20]
[21]
Refer to Table 5.2.21B for flow capacities downstream of MH 30-015
COMMENTS
Sun Terrace Comprehensive Analysis Report provides an analysis for additional services
outside of the UGA.
The Sun Terrace Lift Station and pipes are in an area of extensive groundwater and may be
prone to infiltration.
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5.2.41 SAND DUNES WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT [41]
Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant is a collection and treatment hub,only—receiving
contributory flows from upstream tributaries,but no service connections within the tributary.
Located at 1801 K Road SE,Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant includes a headworks,
sedimentation chamber,clarifier,long-term holding basins,solids pumps,laboratory,control
center,and a rapid infiltration basins.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Sand Dunes receives flow from the following tributaries:Headworks (COF)[39],Nelson
[07],and Lowlander [06].Additionally,as South 1-90 West [35]and South 1-90 East [36]
develop,those tributaries will discharge directly to Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment
Plant.
FLOW ANALYSIS
2014 calculated flows are listed for each contributing tributary.The adjusted flows for
each tributary are based on actual measured flows for each of those lift stations,except for
Headworks (COF),which is adjusted for 2014:to balance the remainder of the measured
flow at the Sand Dunes for 2014.
Based on 2014 records at Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment plant,the peaking factor is
1.12.
Table 5.2.41A:Sand Dunes
Wastewater Treatment Plant
contributory flows
resid.units Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
Headworks (COF)[39]10729 8701/39919 1628 741919471255
NELSON [07]68118991031/1418 258 180171
SOUTH 1-90 WEST [35]0/2664 350666000
SOUTH 1-90 EAST [36]1186 0/4744 0 0 6230
LOWLANDER [06]40 17/51 8 1137
Total 10729 8701/39919 2208 1817 90841433
2014 PDF:1,605 gpm
2021 PDF:2,035 gpm
Ultimate PDF:10,174 gpm
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5.2.42 CONOCO TRIBUTARY [42]
Conoco Tributary is a private sewer system,that discharges via a 4-inch pressure sewer pipe to the
municipal 6-inch low-pressure force main at MH 08-001.
ZONING
Conoco Tributary consists of a single lot with a service station and mini-mart at 5053
Airway Drive,at the intersection of State Route 17.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Conoco Tributary receives no flows from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing flows are based on metered usage from 2014.No additional flows are predicted
for this tributary.
resid.
units
Table 5.2.42A:Conoco contributory flows Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
2014
calc.2014 ultimate2021
adj.
general commercial 3 0 1.5 0.5 0.5 1.0
3 1.001.5 0.5 0.5Total
2014 PDF:1 gpm
2021 PDF:1 gpm
Ultimate PDF:2 gpm
Table 5.2.42B:Pipe capacities downstream of Conoco connection to 4-inch force main.
slope (%)pipe capacity Notesdownstreamupstreampipesize
(gpm)
force
main
Conoco connection to
MH 08-001
MH 08-001 4 235
force
main
6 528 [51]MH 08-001
(valves/tee)
MH L05-065
[48]
Refer to Table 5.2.5IB for pipe capacities downstream of MH L05-065.
COMMENTS
Private pumps will affect the PDF to the City main.
As the gravity sewer main is installed to serve Upper Basin Homes [27C],some or all of
Cochran [51],Harvest Manor [48],and Conoco [42]may connect to that gravity sewer
main,and become sub-tributaries to Sage Bay [27].
1.
2.
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5.2.43 LARSON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT [43]
Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant is a collection and treatment hub,only—receiving
contributory flows from upstream tributaries,but no service connections within the tributary.
Located at 6691 Randolph Road NE,Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant includes a headworks,
sedimentation chamber,clarifier,long-term holding basins,solids pumps,laboratory,controlcenter,and a rapid infiltration basins.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Larson receives flow from the following tributaries:Larson-A Tributary [49]and LarsonNo.1 Tributary [50].
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flows for Larson WWTP are measured by a flow meter as they enter the treatment facility.
Table 5.2.43A:Larson WWTP
contributory flows
resid.units Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
2014 2021 ultimate2014
calc.adj.
Larson-A [49]4907 1423 266 188 284157
Larson No.1 [50]2848 488/623 2181007260
Total 1911/25347755 366 260 502217
1.17 =Peaking factor from 2014 Annual Assessment of flow for Larson Wastewater TreatmentPlant
2014 PDF:254 gpm
2021 PDF:306 gpm
Ultimate PDF:588 gpm
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5.2.44 CASTLE TRIBUTARY
Castle Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Castle Lift Station at 554 Castle Drive.Castle
Lift Station discharges through an 8-inch AC force main to Larson A [49]at MH L32-077,
adjacent to 541 Fairchild Loop.
ZONING
Castle Tributary consists of 19 acres of medium-density residential.The tributary is at
ultimate development,with 38 residential units.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Desertview [52],which is currently undeveloped,is the only tributary that will contribute
to Castle Tributary.Castle Tributary has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for Castle Tributary are based on the number of existing residential units,
which is at ultimate development.Adjusted flows for 2014 are based on the pump records
at Castle Lift Station in 2014.Predicted flows for 2021 assume that Desertview [52]will
not be developed in the next six years.Ultimate flows assume full build out of
Desertview.
Table 5.2.44A:Castle contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
medium-density residential 19 38 5 4 44
300 0 0 0Desertview[52]134 51
153 338 4 45 55Total
2014 PDF:10 gpm
2021 PDF:10 gpm
Ultimate PDF:138 pm
Castle Lift Station discharged and average of 117 gpm in 2014.
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Table 5.2.44B:Pipe capacities downstream of Castle wet well
pipe capacity
(gpm)
Notesslope(%)downstreamupstream pipe size
Castle wet well force
main
940MHL32-077 8
MH L32-077 MH L32-075 0.95 5288
MH L32-075 MH L32-074 8 0.67 443
178MHL32-074 MH L32-072 8 0.11
MH L32-072 MH L32-070 8 0.05 120
MH L32-070 MH L32-067 8 0.30 296
MH L32-067 MH L32-066 8 0.57 410
MH L32-066 MH L32-065 8 0.25 271
MH L32-065 MH L32-064 30980.33
MH L32-064 MH L32-063 34780.41
MH L32-063 MH L32-052 8 3450.40
MH L32-052 MH L32-040 8 0.43 356
MH L32-040 MH L32-042 8 0.25 269
MH L32-042 MH L32-043 26880.24
MH L32-043 MH L32-044 8 0.38 333
MH L32-044 MH L32-045 8 0.29 290
MH L32-045 MH L33-044 8 2.21 806
MH L33-044 MH L33-041 8 1.01 544
MH L33-041 MH L33-040 8 0.40 343
MH L33-040 MH L33-039 15 1.60 1953
MH L33-039 MH L33-037 15 0.08 833
MH L33-037 MH L33-033 15 0.23 1389 1
MH L33-033 MH L33-029 0.4415 1917
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pipe sizedownstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstream
(gpm)
MH L33-029 MH L33-014 15 0.49 2029
MH L33-014 MHL33-081 15 0.96 2837
MH L33-081 MH L33-008 18 0.40 2974 [46]
MH L33-008 MH L33-007 18 0.15 1826
MH L33-007 MH L33-102 18 0.15 1836
18MHL33-102 MH L33-103 0.24 2308
18 0.17 1963MHL33-103 MH L33-104
MH L33-105 18 0.24 2318MHL33-104
MH L33-006 18 0.14 1752MHL33-105
MH L33-003 18 0.22 2233MHL33-006
18 0.15 1812MHL33-004MHL33-003
MH L33-005 18 0.34 2762MHL33-004
MH L34-010 18 0.20 2090MHL33-005
18 0.19 2030MHL34-002MHL34-010
18 0.12 1632 2MHL34-001MHL34-002
18 0.08 1330MHL34-017MHL34-001
18 0.29 2559MHL34-015MHL34-017
1632 2180.12LarsonWWTPMHL34-015
Wye installed in-line between MH L33-037 and L33-033,receives flow from MH L33-1.
036
Minimum slopes were used due to insufficient information.2.
COMMENTS
1.Manhole should be installed on Wye between MH L33-037 and L33-033.
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5.2.45 CARSWELL TRIBUTARY [45]
The Carswell Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Carswell Lift Station at 170 Carswell
Drive.Carswell Lift Station discharges through an 8-inch AC force main to the Larson No.1
Tributary [50]at MH L05-075 located in the backyard of 214 Beale Avenue NE.
ZONING
Carswell Tributary consists of 58 acres of medium-density residential.The tributary is at
ultimate development with 172 residential units.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Cochran [51],Carswell South [47],Harvest Manor [48],and Conoco [42]contribute to
Carswell Tributary,but Carswell South [47]is currently undeveloped.
Carswell Tributary has no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Carswell Tributary is at ultimate development,and calculated flows are based on Table
5.1.1 parameters.Contributory flows from Cochran [51],Harvest Manor [48],and
Conoco [42]are estimated by metered water usage during 2014.Adjusted flows for 2014
are balanced across the board evenly,to correspond with the actual flows from 2014
pumping records at Carswell Lift Station.Estimated flows for 2021 are based on
calculated flows for 2014,with a 3 percent annual increase for the undeveloped Cochran
Tributary.Ultimate flows for Cochran [51]and Carswell South [47]assume full
development,whereas the remainder of Carswell and its sub-tributaries are at full
development,and predicted flows for 2021 and ultimate flows are assumed to match 2014
adjusted flows.
Table 5.2.45A:Carswell contributory
flows
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
medium-density residential 58 172/172 20232020
[51]Cochran 26 6/134 1.5 1.5 2 23
[47]Carswell South 37 0 190 0 0
[48]Harvest Manor 38 193/200 273627 27
[42]Conoco 3 0 1.5 0.5 0.5 1
Total 162 371/506 62 904949.5
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2014 PDF:123 gpm
2021 PDF:129 gpm
Ultimate PDF:225 gpm
Carswell Drive Lift Station pumped an average of 265 gpm during 2014.
#4Table5.2.£5B:Pipe capacities downstream of Carswell wet well
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Carswell wet well force mainMHL05-075 8 940
MH L05-075 MH L05-076 8 0.40 341
MH L05-076 MH L04-051 8 0.32 307
MH L04-051 MH L04-050 8 0.38 335
MH L04-050 0.53MHL04-049 10 394
MH L04-049 MH L04-048 10 0.40 344
MH L04-048 MH L04-047 10 0.47 372
MH L04-047 MH L04-046 10 0.37 331
0.34MHL04-046 MH L04-045 10 317
MH L04-045 MH L04-073 10 0.35 583
MH L04-073 0.72MHL04-074 10 834
MH L04-074 0.90 932MHL04-149 10
MH L04-149 MH L04-140 10 0.30 541
0.38MHL04-140 MH L04-139 10 608
MH L04-139 MH L04-138 10 0.33 561
MH L04-138 MH L04-142 10 0.32 557
0.24 478MHL04-142 MH L04-077 10
0.46MHL04-077 MH L04-143 10 669
MH L04-144 10 1.47 1192MHL04-143
0.27MHL04-145 10 515MHL04-144
0.32MHL04-146 10 553MHL04-145
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pipe capacity Notesdownstreamslope(%)upstream pipe size
(gpm)
MH L04-146 MH L04-147 10 6070.38
MH L04-147 MH L04-080 10 0.56 405
MH L04-080 MH L04-081 10 1.06 1011
MH L04-081 MH L04-082 10 10201.08
MH L04-082 MH L04-083 10 0.28 519
MH L04-083 MH L33-074 10 0.26 500
MH L33-074 MH L33-073 10 0.39 613
MH L33-073 [50A]MH L33-106 10 0.14 367
MH L33-106 MH L33-072 10 0.33 564
MH L33-072 MH L33-071 10 0.25 491
MH L33-071 MH L33-070 10 0.34 572
MH L33-070 MH L33-069 10 0.32 555
MH L33-069 MH L33-068 10 0.24 481
MH L33-068 MH L33-067 10 0.35 581
MH L33-067 MH L34-009 10 0.27 510
MH L34-009 MH L34-008 10 0.29 528
MH L34-008 MH L34-007 10 0.34 572
MH L34-007 MH L34-006 10 0.31 546
MH L34-006 MH L34-005 10 0.24 481
MH L34-005 MH L34-004 10 0.58 748
MH L34-004 Larson No.1
Wetwell
10 0.30 535
Refer to Table 5.2.50B for pipe capacities downstream of Larson No.1 Lift Station.
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5.2.46 PATTON TRIBUTARY [46]
Patton Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Patton Lift Station at 3003 NE Patton
Boulevard.Patton Lift Station discharges through an 12-inch gravity main to Larson A Tributary
[49]at MH L04-095 on the northeast side of Patton Boulevard.
ZONING
Patton Tributary consists of 55 acres of medium-density residential,predominantly duplex
units.Patton has reached its ultimate development of 200 units (1 vacant lot).
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Patton Tributary receives no flow from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for 2014 are based on Table 5.1.1 parameters for 200 existing residential
units.Adjusted flows for 2014 are based on actual lift station records.Predicted flows for
2021 and ultimate flows assume no changes.
Table 5.2.46A:Patton contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
medium-density residential 55 200 27 28 28 28
55 200 27 28 28 28Total
2014 PDF:70 gpm
2021 PDF:70 gpm
Ultimate PDF:70 gpm
Patton Lift Station pumped an average 303 gpm (2014).
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Table 5.2.46B:Pipe capacities downstream of Patton weto/ell
pipe capacity Notesdownstreamslope(%)upstream pipe size
(gpm)
force
main
235PattonwetwellMHL04-095 4
583MHL04-094 0.13MHL04-095 12
MH L04-094 MH L04-093 0.33 92512
680MHL04-093 MH L04-148 12 0.18
MH L04-092 0.18 687MHL04-148 12
1248MHL04-091 0.61MHL04-092 12
687MHL04-091 MH L04-090 12 0.18
MH L04-090 MH L04-089 0.50 112812
MH L04-089 MH L04-088 12 0.07 422
MH L04-088 MH L04-087 12 0.22 754
767MHL04-087 MH L04-095 12 0.23
MH L04-095 MH L33-094 12 0.20 721
MH L33-094 MH L33-093 789120.24
MH L33-093 MH L33-092 12 0.43 1054
MH L33-092 MH L33-097 12 0.22 755
MH L33-097 MH L33-096 0.23 77212
MH L33-096 MH L33-091 13460.7112
MH L33-091 MH L33-090 0.21 73112
MH L33-090 MH L33-089 0.24 77912
MH L33-089 MH L33-088 12 1.19 697
MH L33-088 MH L33-087 0.26 82012
MH L33-087 MH L33-086 0.19 70012
MH L33-086 MH L33-085 740120.21
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downstream slope (%)pipe capacity
(gPm)
Notesupstreampipesize
MH L33-085 MH L33-084 12 0.20 717
MH L33-084 12MHL33-083 0.23 759
MH L33-083 MH L33-082 12 0.25 801
12 0.35 951MHL33-082 MH L33-081
Refer to Table 5.2.44B for pipe capacities downstream of MH L33-081.
COMMENTS
Patton Tributary is fully developed with less than half of the number of residential units
allowed for medium-density residential zones.
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5.2.47 CARSWELL SOUTH TRIBUTARY [47]
Carswell South Tributary is undeveloped.When Carswell South Tributary is developed,it is
probable that a gravity system will be installed,draining to a lift station,that will discharge thru a
pressure sewer pipe to MH L04-071 in Daley Avenue.The existing manhole,MH L04-071 on
Daley Avenue,has a depth of 4 feet to the invert,such that the gravity main would not be feasible
as an extension of Carswell Tributary [45].
ZONING
Carswell South Tributary consists of 37 acres of undeveloped general commercial area
south of the Carswell Tributary [45],north of SRI 7 and west of Patton Boulevard
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Carswell South Tributary is inactive and will not receive flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Currently,Carswell South Tributary is undeveloped.Predicted flows for 2021 assume that
this area will not be developed in the next six years.Ultimate flows are based on full
development as a general commercial zone at 0.5 gpm/acre.
Table 5.2.47A:Carswell South contributory
flows
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
commercial 0 1937000
TOTAL 0 0 193700
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:48 gpm
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Table 5.2.47B:Pipe capacities downstream of MH L04-071
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Carswell South wet
well (future)
force
main
MH L04-071 4 235
MH L04-071 MH L04-066 8 0.25 271
MH L04-066 MH L04-067 8 0.49 380
MH L04-067 MH L05-066 0.408 344
MH L05-066 0.23MHL05-065 8 262 [51][48][42]
Refer to Table 5.2.5IB for pipe capacities downstream of MH L05-065.
COMMENTS
MH 09-018 on the opposite (east)side of Patton Boulevard,in Owen Road has about 7
feet of cover on the pipe.It may be prudent to perform a pre-survey prior to installation of
a lift station or alternate sewer system:to verify that it is not feasible to extend the gravity
main across Patton Boulevard to service this Tributary.
1.
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5.2.48 HARVEST MANOR TRIBUTARY [48]
Harvest Manor Tributary is a private gravity sewer system,that drains to a private on-site lift
station,that discharges thru a private 4-inch force main to the municipal 6-inch low-pressure force
main at MH 08-001.
ZONING
Harvest Manor Tributary is a high-density residential development consisting of a
manufactured home park.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Harvest Manor receives no contributory flows and includes no sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Harvest Manor Tributary consists of 200 residential manufactured homes.Calculated
flows are based on metered water usage records in January,February,March,November,
and December (2014:984,170 cubic feet/145 days =35.26 gpm).Because the Carswell
Tributary [45]records for 2014 do not balance with these higher flows,an assumption is
made that 25 percent of the metered water delivered to Harvest Manor does not make it to
the sewer system.This could be associated with outdoor uses from washing cars,
irrigation,leaking water service lines,leaking on-site gravity sewer service lines,or a
combination of water losses.Predicted flows for 2021 and ultimate flows assume the
adjusted flows for 2014 are correct.
Table 5.2.48A:Harvest Manor contributory
flows
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate20212014
calc.
2014
adj.
high-density residential 38 36 272002727
Total 38 200 36 27 27 27
2014 PDF:68 gpm
2021 PDF:68 gpm
Ultimate PDF:68 gpm
Table 5.2.48B:Pipe capacities downstream of Harvest Manor connection to 4-inch force main.
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downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gPm)
force
main
Harvest Manor
connection to MH 08-MH 08-001 4 235
001
force
main
MH L05-065 6 [51]MH 08-001
(valves/tee)
528
[42]
Refer to Table 5.2.5IB for pipe capacities downstream of MH L05-065.
COMMENTS
As the gravity sewer main is installed to serve Upper Basin Homes [27C],some or all of
Cochran [51],Harvest Manor [48],and Conoco [42]may connect to that gravity sewer
main,and become sub-tributaries to Sage Bay [27].
1.
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5.2.49 LARSON-A TRIBUTARY [49]
Larson-A Tributary is a gravity system that drains directly to the Larson Wastewater treatment
plant.Larson A Tributary does not discharge to the Larson Lift Station No.1.
ZONING
Larson-A Tributary consists of 3573 acres zoned Port,which includes the Grant County
International Airport;614 acres of general commercial/industrial property;285 acres of
public property including Big Bend Community College [49B],Job Corps Facility on 24th
Ave NE [49C],North Elementary School[49A],and Larson Heights Elementary School
[49E];56 acres of low-density residential;198 acres of medium-density residential;and 30
acres of high-density residential.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Castle [44]and Patton [46]contribute to Larson-A Tributary.
The following sub-tributaries are within Larson-A Tributary:Port [49A],Big Bend
Community College [49B],Job Corps [49C],North Elementary School [49D],and Larson
Heights Elementary School [49E].
FLOW ANALYSIS
Port [49A]:The Port consist of the Moses Lake International Airport.
Big Bend Community College [49B]:Calculated flows for 2014 are based on enrollment
of 2163 students during Winter quarter of 2014,calculated at 16 gallons per day per
student.Adjusted flows for 2014 are based on water usage records for non-irrigation
services.Predicted flows for 2021 are estimated at 3 percent annual increase.Ultimateflowsareestimatedtodoublethestudentpopulationof2014.
Job Corps [49C]:Calculated flows in 2014 for the Columbia Basin Job Corps Facility on
24th Ave NE are based on water usage records for 2014.Predicted flows and ultimate
flows are assumed to remain the same.
North Elementary School [49D]:Calculated flows for North Elementary School at 1200
W.Craig Street are based on water usage records for 2014.Estimated flows for 2021 and
for ultimate development are rounded to 2.0 gpm.330 students were enrolled in 2012
with 17 students per teacher.
Larson Heights Elementary School [49E]:Calculated flows for Larson Heights Elementary
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School at 700 Lindberg Ln.are based on water usage records for 2014.Estimated flows
for 2021 and for ultimate development are rounded to 2.0 gpm.430 students were
enrolled in 2012 with 25 students per teacher.
Table 5.2.49A:Larson-A contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.
2014 2021
adj.
existing residential 215 844 7611175 77
undeveloped residential 10 41 0 0 2 6
existing commercial/industrial 182 0 18 12.3 13 13
undeveloped commercial/industrial 496 0 0 34027
Port [49A]3573 0 .8 2 2.8
Big Bend Community College [49B]172 0 24 29 6231
Columbia Basin Job Corps,6739 24th
Avenue NE [49C]
18 0 32.5 22.5
18NorthElementarySchool[49D]0 2 21.3 1.3
Larson Heights Elementary School [49E]15 0 2 21.0 1.0
CASTLE [44]153 338 55555
55 200 28 28PATTON[46]27 28
4907 266 188 284Total1423157
2014 PDF:392 gpm
2021 PDF:470 gpm
Ultimate PDF:710 gpm
Larson A Tributary is a gravity system that drains directly to Larson Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Refer to Table 5.2.44B and 5.2.46B for trunk lines through Larson A Tributary.
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5.2.50 LARSON NO.1 TRIBUTARY [50]
Larson No.1 Tributary is a gravity system that drains to Lift Station No.1 at the Larson
Wastewater Treatment Facility.The Tributary has two main gravity trunk lines that drain to Lift
Station No.1,referred to as Larson B and Larson C.
ZONING
Larson No.1 Tributary consists of 2700 acres.Larson B trunk line receives flow from
developed residential areas of the Larson Housing community,but future flows will
include flows from the abundant undeveloped commercial/industrial property.Larson C
trunk line receives flow from industrial properties,which is about three-fourths
undeveloped.Both trunk lines have a potential for continued industrial growth,being in
the vicinity of the Port District.However,the Port maintains a treatment facility for
industrial wastes,which reduces the industrial discharge to the municipal sewer system.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Larson No.1 Tributary receives contributory flows from Boeing [53]and Carswell [45].
Sub-tributaries of Larson No.1 are summarized below,comprising of the entire tributary.
Columbia Basin Job Corps Private Sewer [50A]is a private sewer system (C-196,2002)
that discharges through an 8-inch private gravity main to municipal MH L33-106,which
manhole also receives wastewater from the municipal 10-inch concrete gravity sewer main
from Larson B [50B]residential trunk line.
Larson B [50B]:520 acres of general commercial/industrial/port,34 acres of public
property,and 40 acres of medium density residential property.
Larson C [50C]:1590 acres of commercial/industrial zone.
Moses Lake Industries [50D]is a private sewer system (B-200,1985)that discharges
through a private 6-inch PVC force main to the municipal sewer system at MH L27-008,
which manhole also accepts wastewater from Boeing [53],and Takata [50E].
Takata [50E]:A private sewer system (B-245,1992)that discharges through a private 6-
inch SDR 17 HDPE pipe,within the right-of-way of Randolph Road and Tyndall Road,to
MH L27-008,which manhole also accepts wastewater discharges from Moses Lake
Industries [50D],and Boeing [53].
SGL Automotive Carbon Fiber LLC [50F]:SGL is an industrial user per NPDES permit
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No.ST-0501273,but all industrial wastewater is processed through the Port of Moses
Lake treatment plant,not through the Larson Wastewater Treatment plan.However,the
sanitary sewer discharges to the City of Moses Lake sewer system.
AstaReal Technologies,Inc.[50G]:Astareal is a significant industrial user per NPDES
permit No.ST0045535,but industrial discharge flows are treated by the Port of Moses
Lake Wastewater Treatment plant,not the Larson Wastewater Treatment facility.
However,the sanitary sewer discharges to The City of Moses Lake sewer system.
Air Tanker Base [50H]:Air Tanker Base at 8868 Turner Road is a significant Industrial
user per NPDES permit ST0008081,but all discharges are treated by the Port of Moses
Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant,not the Larson Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Terex/Genie [501]:Terex is a significant industrial user per NPDES permit No.
ST0045529,but industrial discharge flows are treated by the Port of Moses Lake
Wastewater Treatment plant,not the Larson Wastewater Treatment facility.However,the
sanitary sewer discharges to The City of Moses Lake sewer system.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Calculated flows for Columbia Basin Job Corps Private Sewer [50A]are based on water
usage during winter months in 2014.No adjustment was made for 2014.Predicted flows
for 2021 and ultimate flows assume no increase.
Calculated flows for Larson B [50B]residential property are based on 117 residential units
per Table 5.1.1 parameters.Adjusted flows for 2014 are estimated at a reduced residential
rate of 100 gpd per residence,to balance the tributary to measured flows from Larson No.
1 Lift Station in 2014.Predicted flows for 2021 and ultimate assume no additional
development.
Calculated flows for commercial/industrial/port properties for Larson B [50B]and Larson
C [50C]are based on typical existing industrial flows in the tributary of about .5 gpm for
10 acres.This lower number assumes that a larger portion of industrial waste will be
treated by the Port of Moses Lake Treatment facility,and not the Larson Wastewater
Treatment Plant.Predicted flows for 2021are prorated to balance the tributary to a 3
percent annual growth for the Larson Basin.Ultimate flows assume full development of
the tributary at a rate of 0.5 gpm/10 acre.
Calculated flows for Moses Lake Industries [50D]are measured by an in-line sewer meter,
for billing purposes.No adjustment was made due to the measured discharge.Predicted
flows for 2021 assume little increase,and ultimate flows assume full use of 9 gpm in
accordance with their Wastewater Discharge permit.
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Flows for Takata [50E]are based on water usage records from 2014.Predicted flows for
2021 and ultimate flows assume little additional usage.Based on 353 full-time employees
at 10 gallons per employee per day,the calculated flow would be only 2.5 gpm (4.32 gpm
metered in 2014).
Calculated flows for SGL [50F]based on 126 full-time employees,at 10 gallons per
employee per day,with all industrial flows being discharged to the Port of Moses Lake
wastewater facility in accordance with Ecology permit ST-0501273.Predicted flows for
SGL in 2021 assume the number of employees will double in six years.No additional
flows are added for ultimate development.
Astareal [50G]discharges to the Port of Moses Lake wastewater facility in accordance
with Ecology permit ST0045535,but discharges sanitary waste to the municipal sewer
system.Calculated flows assume less than 55 full-time employees at 10 gallons per
employee per day (.5 gpm).No additional flows are predicted for 2021 or for ultimate
development.
Air Tanker Base [50H]discharges all wastewater to the Port of Moses Lake facilities in
accordance with Ecology permit ST0008081,but discharges minimal sanitary waste to the
municipal sewer system.Calculated flows assume less than .25 gpm.No adjustment was
made to calculated flows for 2014 or for ultimate development.
Terex/Genie [501]discharges to the Port of Moses Lake wastewater facility in accordancewithEcologypermitST0045529,but discharges sanitary waste to the municipal sewersystem.Calculated flows assume less than 10 gallons/employee per day,and 1400 full-time employees.No additional flows are predicted for 2021 or for ultimate development.
Exfiltration is included in this tributary because the measured flows from sub-tributaries
and estimated residential discharge exceed the measured quantities pumped at Larson No.
1 Lift Station.Because all of the concrete sewer mains have been lined,exfiltration will
be attributed to sewer service lines.
Peak flows are estimated at 1.5 times ADF because of the industrial influence for thistributary.
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Table 5.2.50A:Larson No.1
contributory flows
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
Columbia Basin Job Corps [50A]
Forbes Road shops
018 .25 .25 1 1
Larson B:residential [50B]117 1640 5 5 5
10/520 0LarsonB:
commercial/industrial/port [50B]
0.5 0.25 5 26
Larson B:public/park [50B]34 0 0.5 0.25 1 1
0 0 0.25 4 80LarsonC:
commercial/industrial/port [50C]
1590
Moses Lake Industrial [50D]:ST-47 0 4.25 4.25 94.25
5375
Takata [50E]206 0 4.5 5 54.5
2 2SGL[50F]121 0 1 1
0.25 0.25 0.25AirTankerBase[5OH]18.5 0 0.25
9 0 0.5 0.5 .5 .5Astareal[50G]
10 10 10 10Terex/Genie [501]32 0
40Boeing[53]0 0 072
371/506 62 49.5 90Carswell[45]162 49
0 -15.5 -15.5NA-15.5ExfiltrationNA
488/623 99.75 218.2571.5284860Total
2014 PDF:90 gpm
2021 PDF:108 gpm
Ultimate PDF:305 gpm
Lift Station No.1 pumped an average of 284 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.50B:Pipe capacities downstream of Lift Station No.1
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Lift Station No.1 wet MH L34-014 12 0.22 750 1
well
MH L34-014 MH L34-015 1631 1180.12
MH L34-015 Larson WWTP 18 0.12 1631 1
1.Minimum slope shown due to insufficient information on the pipes.
COMMENTS
Upstream lift stations,if discharging simultaneously,may exceed the capacity of Larson
Lift Station No.1.1.
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5.2.51 COCHRAN TRIBUTARY [51]'\
The Cochran Tributary is a private low-pressure sewer system that discharges to the municipal
force main at MH 08-001.Six apartments discharge to a 4-inch PVC force main,crossing under
Airway Drive,to the 6-inch municipal main in MH 08-001,where it merges with pressure sewer
flows from Harvest Manor [48]and Conoco [42].
Per an extra-territorial agreement,Lots 1-6 of the Cochran plateau may discharge up to 1800
gallons per day (1.25 gpm)to the municipal sewer system.
ZONING
Cochran Tributary consists of 11 acres of low-density residential,6 acres of high-density
residential,and 9 acres of general commercial.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Cochran Tributary does not receive contributory flows from adjacent tributaries and has no
sub-tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing flows for Cochran Tributary are based on permitted discharge of 1800 gallons per
day for 6 residential units,in accordance with an extra-territorial agreement.Predicted
flows for 2021 are based on Cochran’s share of the estimated 3 percent annual growth for
the City.Ultimate flows assume full development.
resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)Table 5.2.51A:Cochran contributory flows acres
ultimate201420212014
calc.adj.
6 6/90 1.5 1.5 2.0 12high-density residential
low-density residential 11 0/44 0 0 60
9 0 0 0 5generalcommercial0
6/13426 1.5 1.5 2 23Total
2014 PDF:4.0 gpm
2021 PDF:5 gpm
Ultimate PDF:57.5 gpm
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Table 5.2.5IB:Pipe capacities downstream of Cochran connection to 4-inch force main.
pipe capacitydownstreamslope(%)Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Cochran connection
on Airway Drive
MH 08-001 force
main
2354
MH 08-001
(valves/tee)
[48]MH L05-065 6 force
main
528
[42]
MH L05-065 MH L05-064 [47]8 0.42 350
MH L05-064 MH L05-063 8 0.54 399
MH L05-063 MH L05-062 8 0.01 61
MH L05-062 Carswell wet well 8 2.53 862
Refer to Table 5.2.45B for pipe capacities downstream of Carswell Lift Station.
COMMENTS
1.As the gravity sewer main is installed to serve Upper Basin Homes [27C],some or all of
Cochran [51],Harvest Manor [48],and Conoco [42]may connect to that gravity sewer
main,and become sub-tributaries to Sage Bay [27].
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5.2.52 DESERTVIEW TRIBUTARY [52]
The Desertview Tributary is an undeveloped tributary with conceptual plans to construct 300
residential view lots,in three tiers,between SR 17 and Moses Lake.An existing 4-inch municipal
force main is installed through a 36-inch steel sleeve under SR 17,along with the water main
(B328B).The force main is constructed within municipal easements between SR 17 and Castle
Drive,where it connects to MH L23-082 (future contribution to Castle [44]).Further
improvements are required before this tributary completes the sewer installation,including a lift
station,gravity mains to serve the future residential units,and the additional force main required
to connect the future lift station to the existing force main that terminates on the southwest side of
SR 17.
ZONING
Desertview consists primarily of 114 acres of low-density residential property,in addition
to 21 acres of commercial/industrial property.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Desertview is an inactive tributary with no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Flow predictions are based on 300 residential units at full development and the
commercial/industrial areas in accordance with Table 5.1.1 parameters.
Average Daily Flows (gpm)resid.
units
Table 5.2.52A:Desertview contributory
flows
acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
40011430000low-density residential
0 5100generalcommercial00
6000011industrial
135 300 0 0 0 51Total
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:0 gpm
Ultimate PDF:121.5 gpm
Castle Drive Lift Station has a calibrated capacity of 137 gpm (average between two pumps).
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Table 5.2.52B:Pipe capacities upstream of Castle wet well
downstream slope (%)Notesupstreampipesizepipe
capacity
(gpm)
4-inch force main MH L32-082 4 force main 235
MH L32-082 MHL32-081 8 0.60 420
MH L32-081 MH L32-080 8 0.38 333
MH L32-080 MH L32-078 8 0.41 348
MH L32-078 Castle wet well 8 0.94 527
Refer to Table 5.2.44B for pipe capacities downstream of Castle Lift Station.
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5.2.53 BOEING TRIBUTARY [53]
Boeing Tributary is a private gravity system that drains to Boeing Lift Station at 9003 N.Tyndall
Road,a municipal lift station.Boeing Lift Station discharges through an 8-inch force main to
Larson No.1 [50]at MH L27-007.
ZONING
Boeing is an industrial zone.
CONTRIBUTORY FLOWS
Boeing Tributary receives no contributory flows from adjacent tributaries and has no sub-
tributaries.
FLOW ANALYSIS
Existing flows are based on 2014 lift station records,which shows that the lift station is
almost not used.Predicted flows for 2021 assume continued low usage.Ultimate flows
assume a typical flow in the Port district of 0.5 gpm/10 acres at full development.
Table 5.2.53A:Boeing contributory flows resid.
units
Average Daily Flows (gpm)acres
ultimate2014
calc.2014 2021
adj.
47200.0 0 0.5Industrial
72 0 0.0 0 0.5 4Total
2014 PDF:0 gpm
2021 PDF:1 gpm
Ultimate PDF:6 gpm
Boeing Lift Station pumped an average of 165 gpm during 2014.
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Table 5.2.53B:Pipe capacities downstream of Boeing wet well
downstream slope (%)pipe capacity Notesupstreampipesize
(gpm)
Boeing wet well force
main
MH L27-008 8 940
MH L27-008 [50D]MH L27-028 8 4360.65
[50E]
MH L27-028 MH L27-009 10 0.61 422
MH L27-009 MH L27-012 10 0.60 421
MH L27-012 MH L27-014 10 0.89 513
MH L27-014 MH L27-015 10 0.18 232
MH L27-015 MH L27-016 10 0.55 401
MH L27-016 MH L27-017 10 0.10 175
MH L27-017 MH L27-020 10 0.57 409
MH L27-020 MH L27-021 10 0.64 434
MH L27-021 MH L27-024 10 0.58 412
MH L27-024 MH L27-026 12 0.39 337
MH L27-026 MH L27-036 [50H]12 0.18 671
MH L27-036 MH L27-027 12 0.16 633
MH L27-027 MH L34-012 12 0.28 838
MH L34-012 MH L34-013 12 0.25 799
MH L34-013 Larson No.1 wet
well
12 0.98 [50B]1582
Refer to Table 5.2.50B for pipe capacities downstream of Larson No.1 Lift Station.
COMMENTS
1.Boeing facility had minimal use during 2014 (pumps operated twice).
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Annual Replacement Costs
APPENDIX E
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City of Moses Lake
Annual Replacement Budgets
Gravity Pipeline Budgets -- Assuming Open Cut
Unknown 1,685 0.24%17 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 5,544$
4 93 0.01%1 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 305$
6 4,867 0.70%49 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 16,009$
8 533,022 76.68%5330 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 1,753,377$
10 69,593 10.01%696 150$ 5$ 75$ 230$ 23$ 58$ 41$ 352$ 244,896$
12 62,738 9.03%627 160$ 5$ 75$ 240$ 24$ 60$ 43$ 367$ 230,374$
15 11,218 1.61%112 170$ 10$ 75$ 255$ 26$ 64$ 46$ 390$ 43,768$
18 9,664 1.39%97 185$ 15$ 75$ 275$ 28$ 69$ 50$ 421$ 40,661$
21 2,247 0.32%22 195$ 35$ 75$ 305$ 31$ 76$ 55$ 467$ 10,484$
Total 695,127 100.00% 6,951 Total 2,345,000$
131.7 Miles
*assumed 1% replacement per year
Gravity Pipeline Budgets -- Assuming CIPP
Unknown 1,685 0.24%17 50$ 3$ 4$ 57$ 6$ 17$ 11$ 91$ 1,526$
4 93 0.01%1 50$ 3$ 4$ 57$ 6$ 17$ 11$ 91$ 85$
6 4,867 0.70%49 50$ 3$ 4$ 57$ 6$ 17$ 11$ 91$ 4,405$
8 533,022 76.68%5330 50$ 3$ 4$ 57$ 6$ 17$ 11$ 91$ 482,461$
10 69,593 10.01%696 55$ 3$ 4$ 62$ 6$ 18$ 12$ 99$ 68,559$
12 62,738 9.03%627 65$ 5$ 4$ 74$ 7$ 22$ 15$ 118$ 73,851$
15 11,218 1.61%112 80$ 7$ 4$ 91$ 9$ 27$ 18$ 145$ 16,257$
18 9,664 1.39%97 100$ 12$ 4$ 116$ 12$ 35$ 23$ 185$ 17,870$
21 2,247 0.32%22 130$ 20$ 4$ 154$ 15$ 46$ 31$ 246$ 5,521$
Total 695,127 100.00% 6,951 Total 671,000$
131.7 Miles
*assumed 1% replacement per year 1,508,000$
* assumes 50% CIPP, 50% open cut replace
Mobilization (10% of Unit
Cost)
Contingency (30% of
Unit Cost)
Engineering (20% of
Unit Cost)
Total Unit
Cost
Annual Replacement
Cost ($)
AVERAGE PIPELINE COSTS
Total Unit
Cost
Annual Replacement
Cost ($)
Diameter (in)Total Pipe Length
by Diameter (ft)% of Total Feet replaced per
year
Pipeline
Unit Cost
Bypass Unit
Cost Service Reinstatement Unit Cost
Subtotal
Bypass Unit
Cost
Surface Restoration (full
lane) Unit Cost
Unit Cost
Subtotal
Mobilization (10% of Unit
Cost)
Contingency (25% of
Unit Cost)
Engineering (18% of
Unit Cost)Diameter (in)Total Pipe Length
by Diameter (ft)% of Total Feet replaced per
year
Pipeline
Unit Cost
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Pressure Pipeline Budgets -- Assuming Open Cut Unit Costs for CIPP Replace
Unknown 2 0.00%0 37$ 5$ 75$ 117$ 12$ 35$ 23$ 187$ 4$
4 34,389 4.95%344 37$ 5$ 75$ 117$ 12$ 35$ 23$ 187$ 64,173$
6 40,853 5.88%409 49$ 5$ 75$ 129$ 13$ 39$ 26$ 206$ 84,216$
8 20,177 2.90%202 61$ 5$ 75$ 141$ 14$ 42$ 28$ 226$ 45,536$
10 2,937 0.42%29 73$ 5$ 75$ 153$ 15$ 46$ 31$ 245$ 7,202$
12 3,047 0.44%30 85$ 5$ 75$ 165$ 17$ 50$ 33$ 265$ 8,068$
16 3,887 0.56%39 134$ 10$ 75$ 219$ 22$ 66$ 44$ 351$ 13,641$
18 966 0.14%10 160$ 15$ 75$ 250$ 25$ 75$ 50$ 400$ 3,865$
20+38,084 5.48%381 180$ 35$ 75$ 290$ 29$ 87$ 58$ 464$ 176,709$
Total 144,343 100.00% 1,443 Total 403,000$
27.3 Miles
*assumed 1% replacement per year
Manholes
2713 *from updated GIS from City
50 yrs
Manholes replaced per year 54
Cost per Manhole 5,000$ *Assumes half rehab, half replacement
Annual Manhole Replacement Subtotal 271,000$ Item Lifespan Cost/Year
Mobilization 10%27,100$ Gravity Pipelines 100 Years 1,508,000$
Contingency 30%81,300$ Pressure Pipelines 100 Years 403,000$
Engineering 20%54,200$ Manholes 50 Years 434,000$
Annual Manhole Replacement Cost 434,000$ Total (rounded)2,345,000$
Number of Manholes in the
System
Assumed Lifespan of Manholes
Annual Replacement
Cost ($)
Surface Restoration (full
lane) Unit Cost
Unit Cost
Subtotal
Mobilization (10% of Unit
Cost)
Contingency (30% of
Unit Cost)
Engineering (20% of
Unit Cost)
Total Unit
CostDiameter (in)Total Pipe Length
by Diameter (ft)% of Total Feet replaced per
year
Pipeline
Unit Cost
Bypass Unit
Cost
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Annual Replacement Budgets
Pipeline Budgets -- Assuming Open Cut for Non-PVC or PCC material
Unknown 0 0.00%0 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ -$
4 0 0.00%0 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ -$
6 4,252 6.28%213 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 69,932$
8 41,874 61.85%2094 135$ 5$ 75$ 215$ 22$ 54$ 39$ 329$ 688,720$
10 9,214 13.61%461 150$ 5$ 75$ 230$ 23$ 58$ 41$ 352$ 162,117$
12 5,744 8.48%287 160$ 5$ 75$ 240$ 24$ 60$ 43$ 367$ 105,460$
15 3,295 4.87%165 170$ 10$ 75$ 255$ 26$ 64$ 46$ 390$ 64,286$
18 1,072 1.58%54 185$ 15$ 75$ 275$ 28$ 69$ 50$ 421$ 22,547$
21 2,247 3.32%112 195$ 35$ 75$ 305$ 31$ 76$ 55$ 467$ 52,422$
Total 67,697 100.00% 3,385 Total 1,165,000$
12.8 Miles
*assumed 5% replacement per year - replace all in 20 years
1,165,000$
*assumes 100% open cut replace
Pressure Pipeline Budgets -- Assuming Open Cut
Unknown 2 0.00%0 37$ 5$ 75$ 117$ 12$ 35$ 23$ 187$ 4$
4 34,389 50.80%344 37$ 5$ 75$ 117$ 12$ 35$ 23$ 187$ 64,173$
6 40,853 60.35%409 49$ 5$ 75$ 129$ 13$ 39$ 26$ 206$ 84,216$
8 20,177 29.80%202 61$ 5$ 75$ 141$ 14$ 42$ 28$ 226$ 45,536$
10 2,937 4.34%29 73$ 5$ 75$ 153$ 15$ 46$ 31$ 245$ 7,202$
12 3,047 4.50%30 85$ 5$ 75$ 165$ 17$ 50$ 33$ 265$ 8,068$
16 3,887 5.74%39 134$ 10$ 75$ 219$ 22$ 66$ 44$ 351$ 13,641$
18 966 1.43%10 160$ 15$ 75$ 250$ 25$ 75$ 50$ 400$ 3,865$
20+38,084 56.26%381 180$ 35$ 75$ 290$ 29$ 87$ 58$ 464$ 176,709$
Total 144,343 100.00% 1,443 Total 403,000$
27.3 Miles
*assumed 1% replacement per year
Mobilization (10%
of Unit Cost)
Contingency (30%
of Unit Cost)
Engineering (20% of
Unit Cost)
Total Unit
Cost Annual Replacement Cost ($)
Annual Replacement Cost ($)
AVERAGE PIPELINE COSTS
Diameter (in)Total Pipe Length by
Diameter (ft)% of Total Feet replaced
per year
Pipeline
Unit Cost
Bypass Unit
Cost
Surface Restoration
(full lane) Unit Cost
Unit Cost
Subtotal
Surface Restoration
(full lane) Unit Cost
Unit Cost
Subtotal
Mobilization (10%
of Unit Cost)
Contingency (25%
of Unit Cost)
Engineering (18% of
Unit Cost)
Total Unit
CostDiameter (in)Total Pipe Length by
Diameter (ft)% of Total Feet replaced
per year
Pipeline
Unit Cost
Bypass Unit
Cost
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Manholes
Number of Manholes in the System 2713 *from updated GIS from City
Assumed
Lifespan of
Manholes 50 yrs
Manholes replaced per year 54
Cost per Manhole 5,000$ *Assumes half rehab, half replacement
Annual Manhole Replacement Subtotal 271,000$ Item Lifespan Cost/Year
Mobilization 10%27,100$ Gravity Pipelines 100 Years 1,165,000$
Contingency 30%81,300$ Pressure Pipelines 100 Years 403,000$
Engineering 20%54,200$ Manholes 50 Years 434,000$
Annual Manhole Replacement Cost 434,000$ Total (rounded) 2,002,000$
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City List of Planned Improvements
APPENDIX F
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Planned Wastewater System Improvements
• Northshore Lift Station to replace the temporary Northshore Lift Station and the Sage Bay Lift
Station (Completed in 2023).
• Parallel force main lake crossing at Parker Horn (After New Northshore Lift Station)
• Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station (Submersible Pumps & Above Ground controls)
• Extend Wheeler Lift Station Force Main to 6th and Beech
• Extend Division Lift station Force Main to 6th and Beech (Completed in 2022).
• Upgrade Division lift station to submersible pumps.
• Upgrade Carswell, Carnation, Patton, Castle, Larson Lift Stations with above ground controls.
• Install force main from Westlake to Sand Dunes
• Parallel force main lake crossing from COF across Pelican Horn
• Replace 25,000 LF 20-inch AC force main
• Add DAVIT fall arrest holes to all lift station wet wells.
• Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer.
• Urban Infill Development of manholes, gravity sewer / force mains.
• Westshore and Hanson Road Odor Control
• Construct infrastructure from the Wheeler industrial corridor directly to the Dunes WWTP
(Bypass the COF) to serve future industrial development in the Wheeler Corridor.
• Sand Dunes WWTP Expansion
• Bio Solids Management Dunes, Larson WWTP
• Water Reuse Facility
• COF wastewater pump upgrades
• Lift Stations that need backup generators: Lift Station 1 (aka Larson LS) and Patton LS
• Peninsula gravity sewer replacement (between MH 27-003 and MH 27-064)
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Wastewater Model Development Tech Memo
APPENDIX G
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Technical Memorandum
TO: Richard Law, P.E.
FROM: James Bledsoe, P.E.
DATE: February 17, 2021
SUBJECT: Moses Lake Wastewater Model Development
INTRODUCTION
As part of the Moses Lake 2020 Municipal Hydraulic Modeling Services effort, the City contracted with Keller Associates to prepare a computer model for the existing wastewater collection system. Developing a calibrated model of the collection system provides the City of Moses Lake (City) with the necessary tools
to evaluate the existing system, identify deficiencies, evaluate improvement alternatives, and assess the impacts associated with future growth and development.
This technical memorandum summarizes the development of the wastewater hydraulic model which includes the planning criteria, loading analysis, model creation process, lift station evaluations, and model
calibration. It also documents an existing system evaluation which includes a 24-hour maximum day model run to assess peak hour velocities in forcemains, depth of peak hour flow compared to diameter, and evaluation of pump station firm capacities. Average daily conditions were also evaluated to assess whether desired scour velocities were achieved on a regular basis.
EXISTING WASTEWATER SYSTEM
The City’s collection system consists of approximately 129 miles of collection gravity pipelines, 24 miles of
pressure pipelines, 2,640 manholes, and 31 active lift stations. The gravity pipelines range from 21 inches to 4 inches in diameter, and feed into lift stations that convey flow to one of the two City wastewater
treatment plants (WWTP) -- the Dunes WWTP and Larson WWTP. The pressure pipelines range from 2 to 20 inches in diameter. A map of the existing system can be found in Figure 1, and is color coded by the pipelines that feed the individual lift stations. Figure 2 depict the gravity pipelines in the system by diameter.
2/16/2021
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FIGURE 1 – EXISTING SYSTEM SEWER BASINS
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FIGURE 2 – EXISTING SYSTEM, PIPELINE SIZE
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Lift Stations
The City’s collection system currently is served by 31 lift stations of varying capacity. Primarily, the lift
stations have duplex pumping arrangements, except for the Main and C.O.F. Raw Waste lift stations, which are triplex pump system. Pump station pumping capacities are reported by their firm capacity, or pumping capacity with the largest pump offline. Table 1 summarizes the firm capacities of each of the lift stations.
TABLE 1 – REPORTED CAPACITY OF LIFT STATIONS
Lift Station Pump Reported Firm Capacity (gpm) VFD?
Blue Heron Unknown No
Boeing 150 No
C.O.F. Lift Station 33 No
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) 3800 Yes
Carnation 200 Yes*
Carswell 100 Yes*
Castle 50 No
Clover 400 No
Division 270 Yes*
Eka 180 No
Farmer 350 No
Hallmark 100 No
Hermit 580 No
Laguna 190 No
Lakeland 70 No
Larson No.1 300 No
Main 2100 Yes
Marina 180 No
Moses Pointe 60 No
Nelson 250 No
Omni 205 No
Patton 250 No
Peninsula 556 No
Sage Bay 693 Yes
Sun Terrace 225 No
Tana 234 No
Westlake 388 No
Wheeler 960 Yes*
Winona 125 No
*VFD operated similar to soft start
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In addition to the lift stations included in Table 1, a temporary lift station, referred to as the Northshore lift station (located along Northshore Road) was in operation at the time this planning effort was completed. This lift station has both a pump and a siphon which conveys water to the Sage Bay Lift Station wet well. This lift station pumps out of a standard manhole, and the City has allowed the pipelines upstream of this lift station to surcharge and act as storage for the lift station.
The system also has an inline booster station along the pressure main from the COF Raw Waste Lift Station to the Dunes WWTP plant. This booster pump speed is controlled by a VFD and ramps up and down based off the level in the COF Raw Waste Lift Station wetwell. The booster has a 100% running setpoint at 3,000 gpm.
FLOW ANALYSIS
One of the main benefits of having a wastewater model is to be able to simulate “worst case” scenarios and evaluate how the system responds. For the City’s wastewater system, Keller Associates reviewed historical flow data to identify the maximum day and peak hour conditions for the system.
Influent flows into both the Dunes and Larson Wastewater Treatment Plants were analyzed to estimate maximum day flows. Influent flows from 2015 through 2019 were provided by the City. The results of the analysis for the Dunes and Larson influent flows are found in Tables 2 and 3, respectively.
TABLE 2 – DUNES WWTP INFLUENT FLOW ANALYSIS
Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 5-Year Average Design
Annual Average 2.09 2.13 2.21 2.12 2.11 2.13 2.13
Average Summer2 2.20 2.24 2.30 2.20 2.23 2.23 2.23
Average Winter1 1.97 2.01 2.12 2.04 1.99 2.02 2.02
Maximum Day 2.57 2.53 2.94 2.55 2.57 2.63 2.94
Maximum Day (2-
day average 2.36 2.42 2.68 2.54 2.39 2.48 2.68
Yearly Total (MG3)762 778 805 774 771 - -
Dunes WWTP Influent Flow (MGD3)
1) Average winter day includes December - February
2) Average summer day includes June - July
3) MGD = million gallons per day; MG = million gallons
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TABLE 3 – LARSON WWTP INFLUENT FLOW ANALYSIS
Maximum day values for the two plants were reviewed with City staff to check that the data included in the analysis was representative of actual conditions. The Dunes maximum day of 2.94 MGD occurred during a snow-melt event, but otherwise there is no reason to discredit this point as bad data. As such, a maximum day value of 2.94 MGD was chosen for the Dunes plant. The Larson plant’s maximum day value of 0.585 MGD, however, was shown by City staff to occur on a day when flow readings were taken later than normal. This means that the flow recorded included more than a 24-hour interval. For this period, a 2-day moving average was felt to be more representative. The 2-day maximum period for 2015 was 0.448 MGD which was very close to the one-day max day value of 0.469 MGD observed in 2017. The value of 0.469 was chosen to represent the existing max day for the Larson WWTP.
An annual average day demand of 2.13 MGD was established for the Dunes WWTP, and an annual average day demand of 0.314 MGD was chosen for the Larson WWTP.
INFLUENT FLOWS COMPARED TO DAILY PRECIPITATION
In wastewater collection systems, rainfall events can have an impact on sewer flows. Rainwater or snow melt can flow directly into manholes or through direct stormwater connections to the sewer (inflow) or seep into the ground and enter the wastewater collection system (infiltration). As such, the influent flow data for each of the plants was compared to precipitation events that occurred. A high correlation between rainfall events and an increase in sewer flows is indicative on a system with high infiltration and inflow (I/I).
Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 5-Year Average Design
Annual Average 0.316 0.312 0.318 0.308 0.316 0.314 0.314
Average Summer2 0.312 0.306 0.319 0.320 0.325 0.316 0.316
Average Winter1 0.309 0.310 0.317 0.291 0.309 0.307 0.307
Maximum Day4 0.585 4 0.404 0.469 0.408 0.390 0.451 0.469
Maximum Day (2-
day average)0.448 0.377 0.403 0.374 0.374 0.395 0.448
Yearly Total (MG3)115 114 116 113 115 --
Larson WWTP Influent Flow (MGD3)
1) Average winter day includes December - February.
2) Average summer day includes June - July
4) Max Day flow for 2015 was not representative due to time of day when value was recorded, and that Max Day (2-day
average) was more representative.
3) MGD = million gallons per day; MG = million gallons
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FIGURE 3 – DUNES DAILY INFLUENT FLOW VS. PRECIPITATION
FIGURE 4 – LARSON DAILY INFLUENT FLOW VS. PRECIPITATION
As shown, the influent flow generally only experiences a small increase as a result of precipitation events. This is a reflection of a relatively tight system, without significant direct stormwater connection. The low correlation between increased precipitation and increased flows could also be a reflection of lower groundwater levels (i.e. below the level of the pipelines).
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WINTER INFLUENT FLOWS VS WINTER WATER CONSUMPTION
The winter influent flows at each of the treatment plants were also compared to the user consumption recorded by water meters. The purpose of this was to generally assess the amount of groundwater infiltration into the system before using the wintertime water consumption data to provide the initial base loadings of the collection system. Wintertime water consumption data does not include irrigation usage and is typically more representative of wastewater flows.
For a system with significant infiltration, sewer flows can be much higher than water meter data. For a tight system, the wastewater may be closer to 85-90% of the water entering a typical home/business. Keller Associates’ initial comparison of this data show a disparity of closer to 35%, which is atypical for a collection system. However, after a more careful accounting of commercial and industrial users that consumed or treated a portion of their water, or had a wastewater meter that tracked loading to the system, we were able to realize a much tighter correlation (i.e. within 13%) as shown in Table 4.
TABLE 4 – WINTER WATER CONSUMPTION VS. WASTEWATER FLOWS
A 13% difference between water consumption and wastewater flows is typical for collection systems with little infiltration. As such, the analysis moved forward with initial wintertime water usage data loading of the wastewater system with individual water meter data, reduced by 13%.
Other Planning Criteria
As part of the additional services task, other planning criteria were developed to analyze the existing system at max day. These criteria are explained in the existing system evaluation section of this report.
MODEL DEVELOPMENT
Modeled Pipelines
The collection system model includes the 10-inch diameter and larger gravity pipelines (approximately 29.3
miles), 12.7 miles of pressure pipelines, and the lift stations directly connected to these pipelines. The model also included approximately 10.6 miles of 8-inch diameter pipelines selected with input from the City
to capture some of the larger existing and future service areas and locations where pipeline extensions were likely. The final pipelines and lift stations included in the model are depicted in Figure 5.
Period Larson Plant
(MG)
Dunes Plant
(MG)
Total Influent
Flow (MG)
User Consumption
(MG)
Dec-18 9.19 61.29 70.48 97.27
Jan-19 9.46 61.71 71.17 108.38
Feb-19 8.75 56.42 65.17 98.14
Total 27.4 179.4 207 303.80
0 66
207 237.80
13.0%
Water Consumed and not discharged
Adjusted Totals
Percent Difference
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FIGURE 5 – MODELED COLLECTION SYSTEM PIPELINES AND LIFT STATIONS
Keller Associates utilized attribute data from the City’s GIS to develop model geometry and populate model data, including manhole elevations and pipeline inverts and diameters. GIS data that was missing or contained discrepancies was brought to the City staff’s attention who worked to update the data.
Once the data gaps were filled, Keller utilized the GIS exchange tool to bring the model into InfoSWMM (Suite 14.7), a water modeling software by Innovyze. The model software was used to further check for discrepancies such as inverse pipe slopes, offset pipes, and disconnected links. These discrepancies were also rectified with input from the City staff.
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Pump curves and record drawings for each lift station were provided by the City and used to populate the pump station elevations and data in the model. Based on the results of pump test performed, some pump curves were altered to match observed field conditions (see calibration section of this report). Controls for the lift stations were provided by the City’s wastewater department. Keller used a Manning’s pipe roughness value of 0.012 for friction calculations in the gravity pipes, and a Hazen-Williams coefficient of 70 to 140 in the forcemains. The C value for the pipe was adjusted during calibration to better simulate reported
headloss.
Load allocations
Wastewater flows, or loads, were assigned to the model to reflect field conditions. Initial loads were assigned based on average winter water consumption from consumers’ metered billing data.
For Moses Lake, average winter consumption data from December 2018 to February 2019 was calculated for each individual user. The City’s billing data was then linked to a meter shapefile in the GIS. Then
modeling tools were used to assign average winter loads from the meter shapefile to manholes within the model.
Because only major trunklines and selected 8-inch pipelines were modeled, larger areas, such as subdivisions, that drained into a single manhole were identified via a GIS polygon. Using model tools, these
areas had their loads placed on the appropriate downstream manhole. For meters located adjacent to modeled pipelines, loads were assigned to the manhole nearest to them. For a visual reference, see Figure
6 below, which depicts meters as purple triangles, the subdivision polygon which captures the meters, and the manhole to which their loads were assigned.
FIGURE 6 – LOADING METHODOLOGY VISUALIZATION
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After winter-time water meter data was assigned to the model, the loads in the system were universally factored down by 13% to account for the average “consumptive” portion of water usage as discussed previously. Additionally, it was noted that some industrial and commercial users have metered wastewater flows. For these users, the metered wastewater flow was used instead of the average water consumed. Many of these users had consistent discharge to the collection system from month to month. However, in the case of industrial users whose wastewater loads varied seasonally, June metered wastewater data was
implemented to better match calibration efforts (and seasonal peak flow conditions).
LIFT STATION PUMP EVALUATION
As part of the modeling effort, Keller Associates also evaluated the pumping capacity of each lift station. The daily pump runtime data was analyzed for each of the lift stations within the system. The goal of this effort was to identify potential issues within each of the lift stations and to check whether each station was operating on its pump curve. If a pump is operating off its curve, it may indicate blockages, impeller wear, damage to the pump, or other factors that make the lift stations run less efficiently.
The pump run times (from 5/16/2019 to 5/13/2020) for each of the City’s 31 lift stations were provided in excel format by the City. Dates, daily run times, and daily start times were included. Additionally, the City provided record drawings of each of the lift stations. Using this information, the volumes between the pump on and off setpoints were estimated.
An inflow rate into the wet-well was estimated, by multiplying the daily starts by the volume between the on and off setpoints of the pumps, divided by the hours the pumps are not running. A volume pumped for the day was calculated using the number of starts multiplied by the volume between the on and off setpoints, with the inflow volume added. The total volume pumped was then divided by the daily pump run time to estimate the flowrate of the pump. The average pumping rates were then compared to the pump curve.
There were cases where the data provided was suspect or did not provide long enough daily runtimes to make results reliable. For these lift stations, Keller Associates and City staff performed field flow tests at the lift stations to estimate the pumping rates. Pressure readings were also taken by City staff for the static (not running) and running conditions of the pump, to approximate the head output of the pump.
The pump capacities estimated by the pump runtime analysis and the pump field pump tests were then compared to the individual reported capacities of the pumps. The results of the comparison are summarized in Table 5. The italicized lift stations reflect lift stations that are included in the model.
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TABLE 5 – REPORTED PUMP CAPACITY VS. OBSERVED PUMP CAPACITY
As shown, most of the lift stations are withing 25% of their reported capacities, with many operating below
their reported capacities. However, there are a few that exceed this number.
One major discrepancy is at the Larson lift station, which is operating at 500 gpm above its reported
capacity. City staff informed Keller than this increase in the capacity was due to head changes that resulted from improvements made at the discharge in the Larson WWTP. However, based on the pump curve for this lift station provided by the City and the updated record drawings, Keller would only anticipate a maximum operating flow of around 500 gpm, not 800 gpm. Additional field investigation may be warranted to resolve this discrepancy.
A second discrepancy is with the Marina lift station, which appears to be operating far below its reported capacity. A discrepancy this large may indicate blockages in the force main or worn pumps.
Generally, a lot of the lift stations appear to be operating below their reported capacities. This indicates that there may be wear on the impellers at the pumps, which reduce pumping capacity and energy efficiency. Periodic completion of pump tests can assist the City in identifying problems and prioritizing preventative maintenance activities.
Based on the flowrate and pressure readings of the pump runtime analysis and the field pump tests, a field operating point was established for the model. Pump curves in the model were modified to reflect the current operating point. In most cases, this involved adjusting the existing pump curve and shifting it down to meet the operating point. As an example, Figure 7 depicts the original Farmer lift station pump curve (bolded black line) and the modification to match the field observed operating point (blue dot with red line).
Lift Station Individual Pump
Reported Capacity (gpm)
Pump Capacity from
Analysis (gpm)Difference Method
Blue Heron Unknown 337 N/A Pump Runtime Analysis
Boeing 150 188 25%Field Pump Test
C.O.F. Lift Station 33 21 -37%Pump Runtime Analysis
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS)1900 1641 -14%Pump Runtime Analysis
Carnation 200 225 13%Pump Runtime Analysis
Carswell 100 135 35%Pump Runtime Analysis
Castle 50 51 2%Field Pump Test
Clover 400 464 16%Field Pump Test
Division 270 238 -12%Pump Runtime Analysis
Eka 180 167 -7%Pump Runtime Analysis
Farmer 350 285 -19%Pump Runtime Analysis
Hallmark 100 124 24%Pump Runtime Analysis
Hermit 580 591 2%Field Pump Test
Laguna 190 197 4%Field Pump Test
Lakeland 70 59 -16%Pump Runtime Analysis
Larson No.1 300 804 168%Field Pump Test
Main 1050 1097 4%Field Pump Test
Marina 180 30 -83%Field Pump Test
Moses Pointe 60 33 -45%Pump Runtime Analysis
Nelson 250 294 18%Pump Runtime Analysis
Omni 205 156 -24%Field Pump Test
Patton 250 198 -21%Pump Runtime Analysis
Peninsula 556 475 -15%Pump Runtime Analysis
Sage Bay 693 743 7%Field Pump Test
Sun Terrace 225 171 -24%Field Pump Test
Tana 234 237 1%Field Pump Test
Westlake 388 313 -19%Field Pump Test
Wheeler 960 960 0%Pump Runtime Analysis
Winona 125 75 -40%Pump Runtime Analysis
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FIGURE 7 – FARMER LIFT STATION MODIFIED PUMP CURVE
CALIBRATION
Flow monitoring
Eight flow monitors were installed in the collection system to better assess the distribution of flow within the collection system. The monitors were strategically placed to capture various regions of the system. Flow monitoring data was collected from 6/11/2020 to 6/25/2020 at each of the sites. During testing, site 6 (upstream of the Larson WWTP) showed suspect data. As such, this site was retested from 7/13/2020 to
7/27/2020. Refer to Figure 8 for the flow monitoring locations in the City.
Of these periods, the day with the highest peak was chosen as a reference calibration day. Using the flows at the reference day (July 21st for Larson plant, and June 12 - 13th for basins feeding the Dunes Plant), an hourly diurnal curve was created for each of their corresponding upstream drainage areas, or basins. This
hourly diurnal curve was applied to the loads at the respective manholes upstream of each flow monitoring location to recreate the flow patterns observed in the field.
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FIGURE 8 – FLOW MONITORING LOCATIONS
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After applying the diurnal patterns, the flows produced by the model at each of flow monitoring locations were compared to the flows captured by the flow monitoring. If the model outputs did not match the field results, a factor was applied to all the loading within the sewer basin to match the field results, with emphasis on capturing the peak hour flow conditions observed in the field. The calibration adjustment applied to each of the sewer basins’ loading is shown in Table 6.
TABLE 6 - CALIBRATION FACTORS APPLIED TO FLOW METER BASINS
Basin Number Basin Name Factor Applied
1 Nelson 0.75
2 Division 1
3 Wheeler 1.60
4 Knolls Vista Bypass 1.08
5 Sage Bay 1.66
6 Larson 0.7
7 Peninsula 1.43
8 NE of Northshore 1
Figures 9 and 10 show an example of the comparison between the model and flow monitoring data before and after the factors were applied, respectively.
FIGURE 9 – PENINSULA LOCATION 7, FLOW MONITORING, RECORDED DATA (GREEN)
VS. MODEL OUTPUT (BLUE) —PRE-CALIBRATION
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FIGURE 10 - PENINSULA LOCATION 7, FLOW MONITORING, RECORDED DATA (GREEN) VS. MODEL OUTPUT (BLUE) – POST-CALIBRATION
All calibrated curves can be found in Attachment 1. It should be noted that the area directly upstream of the Main Lift Station, not including the lift station basins that flow into the Main Lift Station, did not have a calibration factor applied to it, as there was no flow monitoring that occurred directly upstream of the Main Lift Station. However, flows from these areas were captured in the total system flows observed at the downstream wastewater treatment plant, and flows at the wastewater treatment plant also matched closely with reported SCADA flow conditions.
Lift Station and Forcemain Calibration
While developing the model, it was noted that even with modified pump curves to match field conditions, there were still lift stations that were not matching field conditions for pressure head. Adjustments in the pressure main pipe roughness were made to better simulate field conditions. Relatively close results were realized for most pressure mains with typical C values of 100 to 140. In some cases, however, reducing the
C value to 100 was insufficient to reduce the flow to reflect observed field conditions. In these cases, the C value was further dropped to a value of 70, which could be an indication that either some of the field data
is suspect or that valve / pipe obstructions may exist in the line. Additional investigations into the forcemains with C values below 100 are recommended.
There were cases where the reduction of the C factor was insufficient to achieve the lower flows observed in the field; and for these locations, the pump curves were further modified to better reflect observed flow
conditions. Table 7 displays the lift stations modeled, if their pump curve was originally changed to match the runtime analysis/pump test, the C factor applied to the forcemains, and whether or not the curve was
further modified to match flows.
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TABLE 7 – LIFT STATION PUMP CURVE AND FORCEMAIN ROUGHNESS ADJUSTMENTS
Modeled Lift Station Modified Pump Curve? Forcemain C Factor Further Modified Pump Curve?
Blue Heron yes 70 yes
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) no 100 no
Carnation yes 100 no
Clover yes 140 no
Division yes 70 yes
Farmer yes 140 no
Laguna no 140 no
Lakeland yes 100 yes
Larson No.1 yes 140 no
Main yes 70 no
Moses Pointe yes 70 yes
Nelson yes 100 yes
Northshore (temp. Sage Bay) no 100 no
Peninsula yes 70 yes
Sage Bay yes 100 no
Westlake no 140 no
Wheeler yes 130 no
Winona yes 70 yes
Model vs. Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Flows
After calibrating the individual basins and lift stations, the daily flows at the WWTPs in the model were
compared to influent flows recorded by City SCADA on the reference calibration day. Table 8 depicts the model and recorded flows for each WWTP on their respective calibration reference day. As shown, the
final model produced flows that matched the field data within 2%, which grants additional confidence to the calibrated model.
TABLE 8 – MODEL VS. SCADA OUTPUT FOR CALIBRATION DAY
WWTP Calibration Day SCADA data output (MGD) Model output (MGD) Difference
Larson WWTP July 21st, 2020 0.274 0.273 0.3% Dunes WWTP June 13th, 2020 2.255 2.295 1.8%
Modeled Lift Station Flows vs. Estimated Lift Station Flows
As a final check of calibration, Keller Associates checked the estimated average daily flows into the pump stations versus model flows. Using the pump runtime data, average daily flows into the lift stations were estimated. These numbers were compared to the average inflow in the model, which is shown in Table 9.
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TABLE 9 - ESTIMATED DAILY INFLOW INTO LIFT STATION VS MODEL INFLOW
Lift Station Runtime Estimated Average Daily Flow
(gpm)
Model Average Inflow (gpm) Difference (gpm)
BlueHeron 69 60 9
COF-Raw 1,316 1413 -97
Carnation 75 122 -47
Clover 2 3 -1
Division 121 179 -58
Farmer 1 4 -4
Laguna 2 6 -4
Lakeland 15 35 -21
Larson 2 97 -96
Main N/A 622 N/A
Moses Point 3 13 -10
Nelson 90 139 -49
Peninsula 178 385 -207
SageBay 273 422 -149
Westlake 22 87 -65
Wheeler 270 342 -72
Winona 8 24 -16
In the table, the red numbers indicate data pump runtime that was considered bad data, and thus is unreliable. While examining this comparison, the SCADA data appears to underestimate actual flows at the majority of the lift stations. Because the final flows at the WWTPs match the model, and because these values are universally low, this calibration check was considered informative, but not used to make model adjustments. Additional refinement of the City’s SCADA system is recommended to better assess the accuracy of the reported data.
EXISTING MODEL EVALUTATION
After calibrating the model to the reference days, an existing max day model was created. The max day model contains all the same pump, pipe, and manhole information as the calibrated model, but the loads
were increased by a factor as shown in Table 10.
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TABLE 10 – CALIBRATED DAY TO MAX DAY FACTORS
WWTP Calibration Day (MGD) Max Day (MGD) Factor Used Larson WWTP 0.273 0.47 1.72 Dunes WWTP 2.295 2.94 1.28
Keller Associates also created an average day scenario. Factors were applied to the calibrated day loading to get to average day. Table 11 depicts the average days and factors applied.
TABLE 11 – CALIBRATED DAY TO AVERAGE DAY FACTORS
WWTP Calibration Day (MGD) Average Day (MGD) Factor Used Larson WWTP 0.273 0.314 1.15 Dunes WWTP 2.295 2.13 0.93
With a calibrated, average day, and max day model, the City of Moses Lake is able to more accurately evaluate existing conditions of the collection system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Keller Associates used the following planning criteria to evaluate the existing collection system:
1. Depth over Diameter (d/D): For gravity pipelines within the system, a good indicator of pipeline capacity is the maximum flow depth as it relates to the pipeline, or depth over diameter (d/D). For interceptor pipelines, if the d/D of a pipeline exceeds 0.85 during peak hour flow conditions, a pipe upsize project should be considered.
2. Surcharging: Surcharging refers to when the water level in a manhole rises above the top invert of the ingoing or outgoing pipe. If surcharging is occurring, it is usually indicative of insufficient pipe capacity downstream. As a rule of thumb, no surcharging should be occurring in gravity sewer pipelines.
3. Lift station firm capacity: Firm capacity refers to a lift station’s pumping capacity with its largest pump offline. The lift station firm capacity should be capable of handling peak hour flows into the lift station. This ensures that the lift station has redundancy and can handle peak flows in the event of a pump failure. In duplex systems, a station is exceeding its firm capacity if both pumps must run to convey flows into the lift station. The same applies to a triplex lift station if all three of its pumps are required to run.
4. Minimum (scouring) velocities: For average conditions, daily peak velocities of 1.5 to 2 feet per second (fps) are desired in pipelines to prevent solids from building up in the pipeline.
5. Maximum velocities in forcemains: In forcemains, it is important to keep velocities less than 10 fps. Exceeding this velocity means that headlosses can become very large, reducing the efficiency and capacity of the pump station. Additionally, high velocities can cause water hammering when valves open or close, which can cause damage to infrastructure. A high forcemain velocity is generally indicative of an undersized forcemain or an oversized pump. For longer forcemains, maximum velocities of 5 to 7 fps may be preferred to minimize headloss and long-term pumping costs.
Existing Max Day Evaluation – d/D
The d/D was examined for the max day model. With the max day model and the 24-hour diurnal curve, the model can estimate the peak hour flow conditions which is the driving design criteria for collection system pipelines. Figure 11 depicts pipelines colored by their respective d/D during peak hour flows.
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FIGURE 11, EXISTING PEAK HOUR CAPACITIES, D/D
While there are a few pipeline within the Peninsula and Division sub-basins that are in the 0.5 to 0.75 d/D range, the primary area that is seeing a large d/D is the new pipeline upstream of the Northshore lift station. However, the surcharging that is occurring in this area is not a result of undersized pipeline, but a result of pump station controls which allow water to back up into the pipeline before turning on. City staff indicate that this is temporary condition that will be resolved with planned pump station improvements. As such, it does not appear that the City suffers from any major capacity deficiencies in their gravity collection system. As the system develops, the City should continue to watch the pipelines with d/D greater than 0.5 and complete pipe capacity improvements as the peak hour flows approach a d/D condition of 0.85.
Surcharging
The surcharging in the manholes are also examined for the max day. Because no surcharging is the typical standard, Figure 12 displays the amount of time the junction’s surcharge during max day. Similar to d/D, no problems are visible save for the pipeline upstream of the Northshore lift station, which the City is allowing to surcharge as a way of providing additional wetwell storage. It should be noted that the red dots adjacent to the lift station in Figure 12 are only model nodes that the model forcemains need to run, and do not represent physical manholes or deficiencies.
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FIGURE 12: EXISTING PEAK HOUR SURCHARGED MANHOLES
Lift Station Firm Capacity
As noted previously, duplex lift stations that have both pumps running during peak flows are operating
above their firm capacity. In the model, those lift stations with insufficient pumping capacity, requiring all of their pumps to convey peak flows include:
- Carnation
- Division
- Lakeland
- Main
- Nelson
- Peninsula
- Sage Bay
- Westlake
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It is recommended that the City confirm pump capacity concerns by monitoring pump run times and alerting the operator any time that every pump is required to run to convey flow. Additional investigation is also warranted to monitor pumping capacities and explore alternatives to increase the lift stations pumping capacities to meet existing and future demands.
Peak Hour Velocities in Forcemains
Maximum velocities were examined in each of the forcemains. The maximum velocity experienced is
summarized in Table 12.
TABLE 12 – PEAK HOUR VELOCITIES IN FORCEMAINS
Modeled Lift Station Maximum Velocity in Forcemain (fps)
Blue Heron 1.65
C.O.F. Raw Waste (Large LS) 2.94
Carnation 1.99
Clover 6.02
Division 3.23
Farmer 3.65
Laguna 4.97
Lakeland 2.01
Larson No.1 7.59
Main 2.38
Moses Pointe 0.7
Nelson 3.13
Northshore (temp. Sage Bay) 17.41
Peninsula 5.23
Sage Bay 3.41
Westlake 4.04
Wheeler 7.27
Winona 1.48
As shown, the only forcemain to experience velocities of higher than 10 fps is the Northshore forcemain. It should be noted that this lift station also has a siphon which conveys a portion of the flow to the Sage Bay wetwell and was not modeled. Additionally, the lift station is a temporary solution until improvements occur to the Sage Bay lift station or a second lift station is built to convey flows across the river.
Also, it appears that the velocities in Blue Heron and Moses Pointe lift stations may be too low to regularly achieve scouring velocities. City operators may wish to periodically allow the lift station to surcharge and run both pumps concurrently to create better scouring conditions.
Minimum Velocities in gravity pipes
Finally, the minimum velocities during average day conditions were analyzed. In the average day model, pipelines which experienced less than a 1.5 fps velocity during their respective high flows were identified. The pipelines which do not meet the criteria of greater than 1.5 fps velocity for scouring are shown in Figure 13.
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As shown, approximately 18.8 miles of pipelines modeled do not meet the minimum velocity criteria. These pipelines are more at risk for buildup of solids as they may not have high enough velocities to scour the pipe. For pipelines that do not meet this criteria, more frequent cleaning and maintenance can mitigate the issues caused by buildup. In general, the slower velocities require more regular cleaning.
FIGURE 13: FLOW VELOCITIES, AVERAGE DAY CONDITION
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ATTACHMENT 1
MODEL CALIBRATION CURVES
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WASTEWATER MODEL FLOW MONITORING, CALIBRATION CURVES:
During calibration efforts, eight flow meters were installed in the collection system for periods of 2 weeks.
Of these periods, the day with the highest peak was chosen as a reference calibration day. The following
describes which days of flow monitoring were used to compare the model output. This analysis was
performed in 2020.
o Site 1: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 2: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 3: This flow monitor was downstream of a lift station, and slugs through the line were
the primary flow coming down the line. As such, the data recorded was inconsistent. As
such, the average of 3 days was taken, June 16th, a Tuesday that showed the highest
peak hour flow, and June 20th and 21st, which represented the weekend with the highest
flow.
o Site 4: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 5: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 6: Tuesday, July 21st. During the first round of flow monitoring, the flow monitor did
not obtain quality data through the line. As such, a second week of testing was
completed. The 21st was chosen, as it experienced the highest peak. The diurnal curve
of the weekdays was compared to the weekends, and it was shown to be relatively
consistent between the two.
o Site 7: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 8: Friday, June 13th. The weekends at this flow monitoring site did not experience
as high of flows as the weekdays.
The following figures depict the flow monitoring results (green curve) in comparison to the output of the
model prior to and after application of calibration factors (blue curve). Additionally, if a calibration factor
was applied, the calibration factor is shown between the pre- and post-calibration curves.
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SITE 1: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 0.75
SITE 1: POST-CALIBRATION CURVE
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SITE 2: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
NO CALIBRATION FACTOR USED
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SITE 3: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
NOTE: The red line depicts consolodated field monitoring data, the grey curve represents model output.
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.6
SITE 3: POST-CALIBRATION CURVE
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SITE 4: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.0833
SITE 4: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 5: PRE-CALIBRATION, PRE-INDUSTRIAL USERS UPDATE
SITE 5: PRE-CALIBRATION, POST-INDUSTRIAL USERS UPDATE
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.666
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SITE 5 POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 6: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 0.7
SITE 6: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 7: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.43
SITE 7: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 8: PRE-CALIBRATION
No Calibration Factor Applied
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Calibrated Model Curves
APPENDIX H
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WASTEWATER MODEL FLOW MONITORING, CALIBRATION CURVES:
During calibration efforts, eight flow meters were installed in the collection system for periods of 2 weeks.
Of these periods, the day with the highest peak was chosen as a reference calibration day. The following
describes which days of flow monitoring were used to compare the model output. This analysis was
performed in 2020.
o Site 1: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 2: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 3: This flow monitor was downstream of a lift station, and slugs through the line were
the primary flow coming down the line. As such, the data recorded was inconsistent. As
such, the average of 3 days was taken, June 16th, a Tuesday that showed the highest
peak hour flow, and June 20th and 21st, which represented the weekend with the highest
flow.
o Site 4: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 5: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 6: Tuesday, July 21st. During the first round of flow monitoring, the flow monitor did
not obtain quality data through the line. As such, a second week of testing was
completed. The 21st was chosen, as it experienced the highest peak. The diurnal curve
of the weekdays was compared to the weekends, and it was shown to be relatively
consistent between the two.
o Site 7: Saturday, June 13th
o Site 8: Friday, June 13th. The weekends at this flow monitoring site did not experience
as high of flows as the weekdays.
The following figures depict the flow monitoring results (green curve) in comparison to the output of the
model prior to and after application of calibration factors (blue curve). Additionally, if a calibration factor
was applied, the calibration factor is shown between the pre- and post-calibration curves.
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SITE 1: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 0.75
SITE 1: POST-CALIBRATION CURVE
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SITE 2: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
NO CALIBRATION FACTOR USED
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SITE 3: PRE-CALIBRATION CURVE
NOTE: The red line depicts consolodated field monitoring data, the grey curve represents model output.
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.6
SITE 3: POST-CALIBRATION CURVE
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SITE 4: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.0833
SITE 4: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 5: PRE-CALIBRATION, PRE-INDUSTRIAL USERS UPDATE
SITE 5: PRE-CALIBRATION, POST-INDUSTRIAL USERS UPDATE
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.666
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SITE 5 POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 6: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 0.7
SITE 6: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 7: PRE-CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION FACTOR: 1.43
SITE 7: POST-CALIBRATION
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SITE 8: PRE-CALIBRATION
No Calibration Factor Applied
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Technical Memorandum
TO: Moses Lake – Mark Beaulieu, P.E.
FROM: Keller Associates, Inc. – Stillman Norton, P.E.
DATE: July 14, 2023
SUBJECT: Cascade Valley Sewer Improvements
1. BACKGROUND
The City of Moses Lake (“City”) has contracted with Keller Associates, Inc. (“Keller”) to provide sewer and
water planning and design services for the Cascade Valley area. This technical memorandum will focus
on the sewer options being considered for this project. The City would like to add sewer service to the
Cascade Valley area, beginning with the area within city limits. Extending service to this area will include
sewer mains, manholes, a force main, and a sewer lift station. The initial services discussed in this
technical memorandum will include the evaluation of possible lift station locations with a location of
discharge as well as a proposed sewer main layout.
2. PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The City’s primary focus and objective for this project is to evaluate alternatives focused towards
providing both water and sewer service first to the city limit portion of the Cascade Valley.
3. STUDY AREA
The “service area” for potential sewer service includes the entire peninsula area often referred to as
Cascade Valley, and the initial service boundary includes the portion of Cascade Valley located within city
limits. Along the approximate center, the Cascade Valley is separated into a north and south half by a
change in elevation running east-west. Due to this elevation change Cascade Valley was divided into two
separate sewer basins referred to as North Cascade Valley and South Cascade Valley, see Figure 3.1.
Future land use for the south portion is designated as medium density residential within the current city
limits portion of Cascade Valley, and low density residential makes up the rest of the South Cascade
Valley sewer basin. For North Cascade Valley there are approximately 135 acres of medium density
residential, 45 acres of high density residential, 40 acres of commercial land, and the rest is low density
residential. Both low density residential and medium density residential fall under the Residential 2 (R-2)
category defined within the Moses Lake municipal code. This information was all provided from future
land use maps and GIS figures provided by the City of Moses Lake, see Figure 3.2.
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FIGURE 3.1 – CASCADE VALLEY SERVICE AREA
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FIGURE 3.2 – CASCADE VALLEY LAND USE
4. PLANNING AND DESIGN CRITERIA
4.1. PROJECTED WATER DEMAND
Supplying sewer services to the Cascade Valley area is broken down into three separate phases.
➢ Phase 1: Service existing homes within City Limits
➢ Phase 2: Service the remainder of the South Cascade Valley area
➢ Phase 3: Service the entire Cascade Valley
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Demand calculations were performed for each phase with initial and buildout conditions in mind. To
approximate the amount of wastewater produced by residents within city limits of the Cascade Valley, the
number of existing homes was counted using arcGIS software. The amount of water in gpm (gallons per
minute) is calculated by taking the product of the number of homes, the average person per home (2.8
people according to U.S. Government Census 2017-2021), and the maximum gallons per day per capita
demand (70 gpcd as indicated by the city). An assumed peaking factor of 1.5 was used to determine
demand during the peak hour.
A similar process was applied to calculate the conditions at buildout. Using Moses Lake’s municipal code
(Title 18 Zoning | Moses Lake Municipal Code) and land use map (see Figure 3.2 above), the maximum
number of possible connections at buildout was estimated. All the future land use for Cascade Valley that
could receive sewer mains falls under low density residential and medium density residential. Moses Lake
Municipal code states these land use areas must have a minimum lot size of 7,000 square feet. With this
information, GIS was used to find the total area utilized by each phase. Each area was multiplied by 0.7
to account for undevelopable land that will be used by roads, utilities, etc. This refined area is then
divided by 7,000 square feet to find the maximum number of lots possible in each phase. The number of
lots is multiplied by the average person per home (2.8), the demand (70 gpcd), and converted to gpm to
provide a conservative estimate for demand at potential buildout conditions.
See Table 4.1 below for a complete summary of this demand analysis.
TABLE 4.1 – SEWER CALCULATIONS
Condition Potential Connections Acreage Max Day Flow (gpm) Peak Hour Flow (gpm)
Moses Lake City Limits – Existing Only 88 250 12 18
South Cascade Valley Basin – Existing Only 305 720 42 62
Cascade Valley Service Area – Existing Only 955 2,200 130 195
Moses Lake City Limits – Full Buildout 1,032 250 141 211
South Cascade Valley Basin – Full Buildout 3,136 720 427 640
Cascade Valley Service Area – Full Buildout 8,320 2,200 1,132 1,700
4.2. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS AND PLANNING CRITERIA
The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) has established design standards for municipal
wastewater infrastructure which must be met. Below is a summary of major Ecology requirements
outlined in the Criteria for Sewage Works Design (Orange Book).
➢ Lift Stations
o Lift station shall be designed to remain fully operational during the 100-year flood/wave action.
o Must have adequate accessibility and safety and ventilation for maintenance personnel and visitors.
o Must have redundancy enabling the facilities to continue to operate when a pump/motor is down.
o Alarm systems, preferably with transmission to 24-hour response center.
o Capability for emergency power supply.
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o Emergency storage for stations that rely on portable generators during power outages.
➢ Force Mains
o Velocity of at least two (2) feet per second is required at the design pumping rate. Velocity should not exceed eight (8) feet per second.
o Air relief valve is required at high points in the force main.
o Adequate cover is required to prevent freezing or damage.
➢ Gravity Sewer
o Minimum pipe size for gravity sewer is eight (8) inches in diameter.
▪ Six (6) inch diameter may be approved if certain criteria are met.
o Wastewater pipelines must be installed with enough ground cover to prevent freezing and
protect facilities from surface loading (generally no less than 3 feet deep).
o Gravity pipelines must be designed to have sufficient slope and velocity to “self-clean” or
transport constituent solids (no less than 2.0 feet per second).
o Must maintain horizontal and vertical separation from potable water pipelines (5 feet
minimum horizontally; 18 inches minimum vertically).
➢ Manholes
o Manholes must be installed at the end of each line, changes in grade, pipe size, alignment change, and in all intersections.
▪ Manholes shall be installed at distances not greater than 400 feet (pipe <15 inches in diameter).
▪ Manholes shall be installed at distances not greater than 500 feet (pipe 18 to 30 inches in diameter).
o Cleanouts may be used only for special conditions and may not be substituted for manholes or installed at the ends of laterals greater than one hundred fifty (150) feet in length.
o Manholes shall be a minimum of 48 inches in diameter.
➢ Trunkline Depth and Location: The maximum depth for new trunk lines should be no more than
20 to 25 feet. Very localized locations may exceed this depth up to 30 feet. Trunklines should be
routed along road corridors where practical.
5. SEWER LIFT STATION SITE EVALUATION
5.1. LIFT STATION SITING
Identifying an appropriate location for the South Cascade Valley sewer basin lift station was conducted by
considering the following:
• Find a location that would allow all of the South Cascade Valley sewer basin to gravity flow and
still meet the planning criteria identified in Section 4.
• Consider locating it within the crop circle area located on the east side within city limits due to the
property owner’s likelihood of working well with the City.
• Locate it near the east coast of the peninsula to allow for a more direct bore pathway for the
future proposed force main.
The highest elevation observed within South Cascade Valley basin is roughly 1,090 feet in the northwest
corner with land generally sloping eastward down to an elevation of roughly 1,055 feet. Due to this
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condition, the lift station would be more ideally located on the east side of the peninsula. This lift station
would then need to pump wastewater either to the north and through the existing Sage Bay / Northshore
sewer basins or a force main could be bored underneath Moses Lake to the east to connect to the
Peninsula sewer basin. The City has indicated that they would prefer to connect this force main to the
Peninsula sewer basin to avoid the domino effect of capacity upgrades that would result if they were to
connect through the Sage Bay / Northshore sewer basin.
Utilizing the above criteria and analysis, the optimal location for the South Cascade Valley basin lift
station would be at the southwest corner of the crop circle as shown in Figure 5.1.
FIGURE 5.1 – SOUTH CASCADE VALLEY LIFT STATION SITING
5.2. FORCE MAIN ROUTING
Two primary options for routing the new force main were discussed with the City. These included either
routing a subsurface line to the north and tying into the Sage Bay / Northshore sewer basin or boring
underneath the lake to the east and tying into the Peninsula sewer basin. To avoid the domino effect of
capacity upgrades that would be required by routing to the north, the City preferred boring to the east.
To further analyze drilling underneath the lake, GeoEngineers was contracted by Keller Associates to
conduct a horizontal directional drilling (HDD) analysis for up to two possible routes. See Appendix A for a
full copy of this analysis. The two primary routes that were analyzed shown in Figure 5.2 were as follows:
• Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1: A single HDD alignment approximately 3,550 feet in length
oriented southeast-northwest (entry-exit) across Moses Lake as shown in Figure 5.3.
• Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and Conceptual HDD #3: Two HDD alignments with a
common entry workspace on a partially undeveloped peninsula would shorten the length of the
lake crossing. Conceptual HDD #2 would consist of an HDD alignment approximately 2,850 feet
Proposed South Cascade Valley Lift Station
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in length as shown in Figure 5.4. Conceptual HDD #3 would consist of an HDD alignment
approximately 1,150 feet in length as shown in Figure 5.5.
The pipelines considered in this analysis ranged between 6-inch to 12-inch (nominal) diameter and
consisted of either high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or fusible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials.
FIGURE 5.2 – HDD ANALYSIS VICINITY MAP
FIGURE 5.3 – HDD #1 CONCEPTUAL PLAN AND PROFILE
Route Option 1
Route Option 2
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FIGURE 5.4 – HDD #2 CONCEPTUAL PLAN AND PROFILE
FIGURE 5.5 – HDD #3 CONCEPTUAL PLAN AND PROFILE
GeoEngineers concluded that surface and subsurface conditions that are known at this time present an
elevated risk for inadvertent returns impacting the waters of Moses Lake if construction of Route Option 1
were attempted. GeoEngineers goes on to report that Route Option 2 provides cost effective mitigation of
the risk of inadvertent returns by positioning the HDD entry and exit points farther from the water’s edge
such that the HDD profiles should reach subsurface materials that are generally more resistant to
inadvertent returns before the HDD profiles pass beneath the lake.
Furthermore, if the City were to consider additional HDD alignments, GeoEngineers recommends that
consideration be heavily weighed upon positioning HDD entry and exit points at least 100 feet from existing
waterways. If and once pipeline alignment has been secured GeoEngineers recommends that subsurface
explorations be completed at the site to better understand the subsurface soil, rock, and groundwater
conditions. Obtaining this information and completing a comprehensive HDD design should help
contractors provide more competitive bids, be more prepared for the site conditions during construction,
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and will reduce the risk of a failed installation and/or change of conditions claim. See Table 5.1 for an
overview of GeoEngineers’ cost analysis of the two routes.
GeoEngineers’ final recommendation was that Route 2 should be the preferred alternative.
TABLE 5.1 – HDD COST ANALYSIS
Crossing Option
Estimated duration. 6-inch to 8-inch installation
Estimated Cost for 6-inch to 8-inch installation
Estimated duration 10-inch to 12-inch installation
Estimated Cost for 10-inch to 12-inch installation
Route 1 HDD #1 33 days $1.3M 44 days $1.5M
Route 2 HDD #2/HDD #3 46 days $1.5M 59 days $1.9M
6. PRELIMINARY GRAVITY SEWER MAIN LAYOUT AND SIZING
6.1. GRAVITY SEWER MAIN LAYOUT
The preliminary gravity sewer main layout was split into three separate phases as discussed previously.
The initial goal and priority of the preliminary layout was to service the area within city limits. There are
currently 88 homes that would be serviced by phase 1 improvements. Phase 1 improvements are shown
in red on Figure 6.1 and will include sewer main pipelines, a force main, and a lift station on the east side
of the peninsula.
Phase 2 improvements would include extending sewer mains and services beyond city limits to additional
areas within the South Cascade Valley basin. The furthest main sewer line from the lift station measures
about 1.5 miles and appears to be capable of gravity flow due to the natural grade of the land. These
pipes are shown in green in Figure 6.1 below.
Phase 3 improvements would include extending sewer mains and services to areas within the North
Cascade Valley basin as well as a lift station and force main that would convey flows to the South
Cascade Valley sewer basin. Generally, the North Cascade Valley basin acts very similar to the
previously detailed South Cascade Valley basin. The highest elevation in the North Cascade Valley basin
is in the northwest corner (~1,100 ft) and the lowest elevation falls in the southeast (~1,055). North
Cascade Valley service pipes are delineated in orange in Figure 6.1.
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FIGURE 6.1 – PRELIMINARY SEWER LAYOUT
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6.2. GRAVITY SEWER MAINLINE SIZING
To adequately serve all phases and areas of Cascade Valley, sewer mains proposed for Phase 1 were
sized to meet peak hour buildout conditions to serve the entire Cascade Valley (North and South basins).
As displayed previously in Table 4.1, the sewer system can expect to see up to 1,700 gpm. This analysis
resulted in requiring 21-inch for the primary trunkline where the future North Cascade Valley sewer basin
forcemain would tie in, and 8-inch pipelines for all other gravity sewer mains within Phase 1 as shown in
Figure 6.2.
FIGURE 6.2 – SOUTH CASCADE VALLEY LIFT STATION SITING
7. PROBABLE COST
A preliminary cost estimate has been prepared for Phase 1 improvements including the addition of sewer
mains and services to the existing homes within city limits of the Cascade Valley. These costs are
summarized in Figure 7.1 below. The cost of these improvements including construction, contingency,
taxes, engineering, environmental, federal funding related costs, and other ancillary costs is $18,898,000.
The City could consider downsizing the 21-inch trunkline initially to save cost for Phase 1 provided that
future improvements are made to upsize any trunklines conveying flows from the North Cascade Valley
sewer basin. Additionally, there could be some cost savings by installing a smaller force main across the
lake until such time that additional capacity is needed. Savings would be roughly $500,000 to $600,000.
Proposed South Cascade Valley Lift Station
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FIGURE 7.1 – PRELIMINARY OPINION OF PROBABLE COST
8. RECOMMENDATIONS
The City has the responsibility to maintain the existing sewer system while providing system improvements
to accommodate future growth within a limited budget. Through the HDD analysis, Keller Associates
recommends implementing Route Option 2 for routing the force main and implementing phase 1
development to service existing homes within city limits. This will address the City’s primary objective of
providing sewer service to existing homes located within the city limit portion of Cascade Valley.
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HDD Feasibility and Routing Evaluation
Cascade Valley Force Main Project
Moses Lake HDD
Moses Lake, Washington
for
Keller Associates, Inc.
April 28, 2023
4000 Kruse Way Place
Building 3, Suite 200
Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035
503.624.9274
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HDD Feasibility and Routing Evaluation
Cascade Valley Force Main Project
Moses Lake HDD
Moses Lake, Washington
File No. 03036-012-00
April 28, 2023
Prepared for:
Keller Associates, Inc.
733 5th Street, Suite A
Clarkston, Washington 99403
Attention: Stillman Norton, PE (Project Manager)
GeoEngineers, Inc.
4000 Kruse Way Place
Building 3, Suite 200
Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035
503.624.9274
Jerad A. Hoffman, PE(Oregon)
Project Engineer
Mark A. Miller, PE
Principal
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Disclaimer: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and/or figure), if provided, and any attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
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Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................................... 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1. General ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................ 1
2.1. Project Management .................................................................................................................................. 1
2.2. HDD Construction Feasibility ...................................................................................................................... 1
3.0 SITE CONDITIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 2
3.1. Surface Conditions...................................................................................................................................... 2
3.1.1. Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1 ........................................................................................... 2
3.1.2. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 ........................................................................................... 2
3.1.3. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #3 ........................................................................................... 3
3.2. Subsurface Conditions ............................................................................................................................... 3
3.2.1. Geological Mapping ......................................................................................................................... 3
3.2.2. Well Log Review ............................................................................................................................... 4
4.0 HDD DESIGN ELEMENTS .................................................................................................................................. 4
4.1. Route Option 1 – HDD #1 Design Elements ............................................................................................. 4
4.1.1. HDD Geometry ................................................................................................................................. 4
4.1.2. Entry Point and Workspace ............................................................................................................. 4
4.1.3. HDD #1 Exit Point, Exit Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace .................. 5
4.2. Route Option 2 – HDD #2 Design Elements ............................................................................................. 5
4.2.1. HDD #2 HDD Geometry................................................................................................................... 5
4.2.2. HDD #2 Entry Point and Workspace .............................................................................................. 5
4.2.3. HDD #2 Exit Point, Exit Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace .................. 5
4.3. Route Option 2 – HDD #3 Design Elements ............................................................................................. 6
4.3.1. HDD #3 HDD Geometry................................................................................................................... 6
4.3.2. HDD #3 Entry Point, Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace ...................... 6
4.3.3. HDD #3 Exit Point and Exit Workspace .......................................................................................... 6
5.0 PIPE SPECIFICATION AND PULLBACK ANALYSIS .......................................................................................... 6
6.0 HDD CONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................................................................ 8
6.1. General ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
6.2. Utilities ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
6.3. Gravel, Cobbles and Boulders .................................................................................................................... 8
6.4. Hole Instability ............................................................................................................................................. 8
6.5. Poor Cuttings Removal ............................................................................................................................... 9
6.6. Inadvertent Returns and Formational Fluid Loss ..................................................................................... 9
6.6.1. Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1 ........................................................................................... 9
6.6.2. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and HDD #3 .................................................................. 10
7.0 PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE ..................................................................................................................... 10
8.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................. 11
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9.0 LIMITATIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 11
10.0 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................................... 12
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Vicinity Map
Figure 2. Geology and Well Log Location Map
Figure 3. Conceptual Plan and Profile – Conceptual HDD #1
Figure 4. Conceptual Plan and Profile – Conceptual HDD #2
Figure 5. Conceptual Plan and Profile – Conceptual HDD #3
APPENDICES
Appendix A. Well Logs
Appendix B. HDD Best Practices
Appendix C. Report Limitations and Guidelines for Use
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report summarizes the results of GeoEngineers, Inc.’s (GeoEngineers’) horizontal directional drill (HDD)
feasibility evaluation for the proposed sanitary sewer force main crossing beneath Moses Lake in the city
of Moses Lake Washington. The location of the site is shown in the Vicinity Map, Figure 1.
We developed conceptual HDD crossings for two routing options to install the proposed Cascade Valley
Force Main across Moses Lake. The two routing options are summarized as:
■ Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1: A single HDD alignment approximately 3,550 feet in length
oriented southeast-northwest (entry to exit) across Moses Lake as shown in Figure 3.
■ Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and Conceptual HDD #3: Two HDD alignments with a common
entry workspace on a partially undeveloped peninsula would shorten the length of the lake crossing.
Conceptual HDD #2 would consist of an HDD alignment approximately 2,850 feet in length as shown
in Figure 4. Conceptual HDD #3 would consist of an HDD alignment approximately 1,150 feet in length
as shown in Figure 5.
We currently understand that pipe size and specifications have not been determined for the Cascade Valley
Force Main project. Based on our conversations with the project team, we considered the feasibility of
installing pipelines ranging between 6-inch and 12-inch (nominal) diameter and consisting of high-density
polyethylene (HDPE) or fusible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials. Section 5.0 of this report provides
minimum pipe wall thickness recommendations for each crossing and the range of diameters considered.
Based on our review of the published geology and well log records from the area, the subsurface conditions
along the proposed HDD alignments may consist of about 40 feet to 60 feet of gravelly soils we anticipate
may require mitigation for formational drilling fluid loss, inadvertent returns, and/or drill hole stability. We
anticipate these risks could be successfully mitigated through design and construction practices. Site
specific geotechnical borings would be needed to conduct sieve analyses and more accurately quantify the
risks associated with the gravels. The majority of the conceptual HDD profiles were designed at elevations
where stiff cohesive soils or basalt bedrock was noted in the well logs and geologic mapping. We anticipate
the stiff cohesive soils and basalt bedrock would provide a low risk of formational drilling fluid loss,
inadvertent returns, and/or drill hole stability, and that steel casing could be used to mitigate referenced
hazards in the gravelly soils during construction if necessary.
Because the Conceptual HDD #1 entry point is located within 60 feet of Moses Lake, it is our opinion that
the surface conditions and anticipated subsurface conditions present a high risk for inadvertent drilling
fluid returns impacting the waters of Moses Lake if construction of Conceptual HDD #1 where attempted.
It is further our opinion that Route Option 2 (Conceptual HDDs #2 and HDD #3) provides a cost-effective
mitigation of the risk of inadvertent drilling fluid returns by positioning the HDD entry and exit points farther
from the water’s edge such that the HDD profiles should reach subsurface materials that are generally
resistant to inadvertent returns before the HDD profiles pass beneath the lake. Should the project team
consider additional HDD alignments, we recommend that consideration be heavily weighted to positioning
HDD entry and exit points at least 100 feet from existing waterways.
The Executive Summary should be used only in context of the full report for which it is intended.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1. General
GeoEngineers, Inc. (GeoEngineers) has developed this report at the request of Keller Associates and in
general accordance with our Agreement for Professional Services dated December 20, 2022, with Keller
Associates. This report summarizes our Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) feasibility evaluation of a
proposed sanitary sewer force main crossing beneath Moses Lake in the city of Moses Lake Washington.
The location of the project is shown in the Vicinity Map, Figure 1. The general layout of the site is shown in
the Geology and Well Log Location Map (Figure 2). We developed HDD crossings for two conceptual routing
options to install the proposed Cascade Valley Force Main across Moses Lake. The two routing options are
summarized as:
■ Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1: A single HDD alignment approximately 3,550 feet in length
oriented southeast-northwest (entry to exit) across Moses Lake as shown in Figure 3. The conceptual
HDD would begin in a vacant residential lot near the intersection of W Marina Drive and S Gibby Road
and end in an undeveloped lot north of road H 4 NE.
■ Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and Conceptual HDD #3: This routing option would utilize an
existing partially undeveloped peninsula extending southwestward into the lake along W Marina Drive
to construct a less direct route with two shorter HDD installations. Conceptual HDD #2 would consist
of an HDD alignment approximately 2,850 feet in length oriented southeast-northwest (entry to exit)
across Moses Lake from the peninsula to the undeveloped lot referenced for Route Option 1 and as
shown in Figure 4. Conceptual HDD #3 would consist of an HDD alignment approximately 1,150 feet
in length and oriented north-south (entry to exit) from the peninsula to W Marina Drive as shown in
Figure 5.
We currently understand that the pipe diameter and specifications have not been determined for the
Cascade Valley Force Main project. Based on our conversation with the project team, we considered the
feasibility of installing pipelines ranging between 6-inch and 12-inch (nominal) diameter and consisting of
high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or fusible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials.
2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES
The following scope of work was undertaken by GeoEngineers for the proposed Moses Lake HDD.
2.1. Project Management
1. Provided general project management throughout the feasibility study, including internal coordination
and project invoicing.
2. Phone and email correspondence with the project team to discuss findings during the feasibility study.
2.2. HDD Construction Feasibility
1. Prepared conceptual plan and profile HDD drawings for three (3) proposed Moses Lake crossings. The
conceptual HDD drawings include ground surface profiles based on publicly available topographic data,
anticipated geologic conditions, conceptual HDD geometry, and proposed workspaces for construction.
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2. Reviewed project information provided by the project team, completed a desktop study for available
geological and geotechnical data for the project area relevant to HDD construction, and reviewed other
publicly available information that may benefit and/or impact the project.
3. Prepared and submitted a draft HDD feasibility and construction risk assessment report summarizing
the results of our desktop study and engineering review and our conclusions and recommendations for
installing the new force main by HDD construction, including a vicinity and geology map.
4. Prepared and submitted this final HDD feasibility and construction risk assessment report incorporating
comments provided by the project team.
3.0 SITE CONDITIONS
3.1. Surface Conditions
Our understanding of site surface conditions is based on our review of available aerial imagery on Google
Earth software.
3.1.1. Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1
The Conceptual HDD #1 alignment is oriented southeast to northwest (entry to exit) crossing beneath
Moses Lake as shown in the Geology and Well Log Map (Figure 2) and the Conceptual HDD #1 Plan and
Profile (Figure 3). The alignment generally consists of a short on-land section near entry, an approximately
3,200-foot-long water crossing beneath Moses Lake, and finally an approximately 250-foot-long section on
land approaching the exit point.
The conceptual entry point is located in a vacant lot at 1600 W Marina Drive at an approximate elevation
of 1,055 feet North American Vertical Datum 1988 (NAVD 88). The conceptual entry point is located
approximately 60 feet from the edge of Moses Lake and 85 feet from the shoulder of W Marina Drive. The
ground surface in the lot slopes downward from W Marina Drive to Moses Lake at an approximate 15
percent slope.
The conceptual exit point is situated on gently sloping undeveloped land adjacent to an agricultural field.
Slope gradients around the conceptual exit point range between approximately 2 percent and 5 percent.
The conceptual exit point is situated at approximate elevation 1,050 NAVD 88.
As shown on Figure 3B the carrier pipe stringing and fabrication workspace extends approximately 2,800
feet northwest across a relatively flat agricultural field.
3.1.2. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2
The Conceptual HDD #2 alignment is oriented southeast to northwest (entry to exit) crossing beneath
Moses Lake as shown in the Geology and Well Log Map (Figure 2) and the Conceptual HDD #2 Plan and
Profile (Figure 4). The alignment generally consists of a 470-foot-long on-land section near entry, an
approximately 2,030-foot-long water crossing beneath Moses Lake, and finally an approximately 350-foot-
long section on land approaching the exit point.
The Conceptual HDD #2 entry point is situated on a relatively flat peninsula located about 1,400 feet north
by northeast from the HDD #1 entry point, as shown in Figure 2 at an elevation of approximately 1,047 feet
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NAVD 88. Surface conditions around the entry workspace are characterized by grass and other low-growing
vegetation/shrubs. The nearest paved street is located approximately 600 feet northeast of the conceptual
entry point.
The Conceptual HDD #2 exit point is situated at approximate elevation 1,050 feet NAVD 88. Surface
conditions around the Conceptual HDD #2 exit point and along the pipe stringing and fabrication workspace
are like those described above for Conceptual HDD #1. However, the orientation of the alignment results
in a pipe stinging and fabrication workspace approximately 2,445 feet in length for HDD #2.
3.1.3. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #3
The Conceptual HDD #3 alignment is generally oriented north to south (entry to exit) crossing beneath a
small embayment of Moses Lake as shown in the Geology and Well Log Map (Figure 2) and the Conceptual
HDD #3 Plan and Profile (Figure 5). The alignment generally consists of a 360-foot-long on-land section
near entry, an approximately 490-foot-long water crossing beneath Moses Lake, and finally an
approximately 300-foot-long section on land approaching the exit point.
The Conceptual HDD #3 entry point is located about 100 feet east of the Conceptual HDD #2 entry point
at an approximate elevation of 1,400 feet NAVD 88. As such, surface conditions are like those described
for the HDD #2 entry point.
The Conceptual HDD #3 exit point is located in the southbound lane of W Marina Drive at an elevation of
approximately 1,062 feet NAVD 88. Surface conditions within the exit workspace are characterized by the
relatively flat paved surfaces of the street and surrounding residential housing.
The Conceptual HDD #3 pipe stringing and fabrication workspace was situated on relatively flat
undeveloped land extending approximately 1,095 feet north of the entry workspace to reduce traffic
impacts during construction.
3.2. Subsurface Conditions
3.2.1. Geological Mapping
Geologic mapping we reviewed (Grolier and Bingham 1971) indicates that both routing options are
underlain by Pleistocene-aged fluvial gravel. The fluvial gravel is described by the authors as ranging from
boulder gravel to fine sand consisting of rounded basalt fragments. A geologic cross section included in the
mapping crosses near the conceptual alignments on the northwest side of Moses Lake. This cross section
suggests that the fluvial gravels are approximately 60 feet in thickness near the Conceptual HDD #1 and
Conceptual HDD #2 exit points.
The geologic cross section indicates the fluvial gravel is underlain by approximately 60 feet of early
Pleistocene-aged lacustrine clay, silt and fine sand associated with the Ringold Formation. The cross
section further indicates the Ringold Formation is underlain by Miocene- to Pliocene-aged basalts of the
Columbia River Group. The basalt of the Columbia River Group potentially includes several different
members at the site. However, all are typically described as flood basalts which can be expected to be
massive or columnar in structure.
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3.2.2. Well Log Review
We researched well logs obtained from the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology 2023) and
chose select well logs to review along or near the conceptual pipeline alignments. The locations of the well
logs (with well-specific identifiers) we reviewed are shown in Figure 2. Copies of the well logs are included
in Appendix A.
Our review of the selected well logs suggests the subsurface conditions along the conceptual pipeline
routes typically consist gravel overlying clay and then basalt bedrock. More specifically, gravel thickness
reported in well logs near the northwest end of the conceptual alignments ranged between approximately
40 feet and 55 feet, whereas gravels reported in well logs near the southwest end of the conceptual
alignments was approximately 25 feet. The thickness of cohesive (clay) soils encountered in the well logs
were similarly thicker to the northwest of the alignments and thinner at the southwest, ranging between
about 50 feet and 10 feet in thickness, respectively. Depth to basalt bedrock ranged between
approximately 50 feet to 100 feet at the northwest end of the alignments and about 40 feet to 45 feet at
the southwest end.
In general, the data presented in the twelve well logs were consistent with the geologic mapping we
reviewed. For discussion purposes, we have included estimated geologic cross sections on the profile views
of the Conceptual HDD Figures 3 through 5. However, the subsurface data presented in these profiles
should not be interpreted as a substitute for a site-specific geotechnical exploration program.
4.0 HDD DESIGN ELEMENTS
The following sections discuss the design elements and considerations for the three conceptual HDD
installations. The conceptual HDD geometry is presented in Figure 3 through Figure 5.
4.1. Route Option 1 – HDD #1 Design Elements
4.1.1. HDD Geometry
The Conceptual HDD #1 is 3,550 feet long as measured along the HDD centerline, with a pipe length of
approximately 3,572 feet as measured along the drill profile. The design radius of curvature for the entry
and exit vertical curves is 1,000 feet. The design entry and exit angles are 16 degrees and 12 degrees,
respectively. The relatively steep entry angle was selected to provide an effective entry angle of
approximately 8 to 10 degrees relative to the sloped ground surface within the entry workspace.
4.1.2. Entry Point and Workspace
The proposed entry point is situated on the southeast side of the crossing approximately 60 feet from the
waters of Moses Lake. Because we anticipate the risk of inadvertent returns will be very high within at least
100 feet of the HDD entry and exit points, we designated the southeast side of the crossing as the entry
point such that steel casing could be installed to reduce the risk of the inadvertent returns impacting the
lake near the entry point. The conceptual entry point is located approximately 85 feet from the edge of
W Marina Drive to allow minimum length to position the drill rig at entry.
The temporary entry workspace measures 230-feet-long by 120-feet-wide and occupies three vacant lots.
Because the workspace slopes relatively steeply towards the lake, we anticipate that considerable grading
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would be required to level the drill rig, drilling fluid recycling system, and otherwise create stable working
areas for crews and ancillary equipment.
4.1.3. HDD #1 Exit Point, Exit Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace
The conceptual exit point is located approximately 250 feet from the waters of Moses Lake within
undeveloped land adjacent to an agricultural field. The exit workspace measures 250-feet-long by
150-feet-wide. The conceptual exit point is located 100 feet from the edge of the workspace, such that the
workspace encompasses portions of the alignment where we expect the risk of inadvertent returns to be
high. We anticipate that little clearing and grading will be required to prepare the workspace prior to
mobilization of equipment to the site.
The 60-foot-wide product pipe stringing and fabrication workspace extends approximately 2,800 feet
across an open agricultural field. As such, we anticipate that two carrier pipe pull sections would need to
be fabricated prior to pullback, resulting in one tie-in fusion weld during pullback.
4.2. Route Option 2 – HDD #2 Design Elements
4.2.1. HDD #2 HDD Geometry
The Conceptual HDD #2 is 2,850 feet long as measured along the HDD centerline, with a pipe length of
approximately 2,865 feet as measured along the drill profile. The design radius of curvature for the entry
and exit vertical curves is 1,000 feet and the design entry and exit angles are both 12 degrees.
4.2.2. HDD #2 Entry Point and Workspace
The proposed entry point is situated on the southeast side of the crossing approximately 470 feet from the
waters of Moses Lake. We selected the southeast side of the crossing for entry because more space for
pipe stringing and fabrication is present on the northwest side of the crossing.
The temporary entry workspace measures 200-feet-long by 150-feet-wide. The entry point is positioned 75
feet from the edge of the workspace, such that the workspace encompasses areas where we expect the
risk of inadvertent returns to be very high. The workspace could be extended during detailed design if the
hydraulic fracture and inadvertent returns analysis indicates a significant risk of inadvertent returns farther
from the entry point.
4.2.3. HDD #2 Exit Point, Exit Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace
The conceptual exit point is located approximately 350 feet from the waters of Moses Lake within
undeveloped land adjacent to an agricultural field. The exit workspace measures 250-feet-long by
150-feet-wide. The conceptual exit point is located 100 feet from the edge of the workspace, such that the
workspace encompasses portions of the alignment where we expect the risk of inadvertent returns to be
high. We anticipate that little clearing and grading will be required to prepare the workspace prior to
mobilization of equipment to the site.
The 60-foot-wide product pipe stringing and fabrication workspace extends 2,445 feet across an open
agricultural field. As such, we anticipate that two carrier pipe pull sections will need to be fabricated prior
to pullback, resulting in one tie-in fusion weld during pullback.
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4.3. Route Option 2 – HDD #3 Design Elements
4.3.1. HDD #3 HDD Geometry
The Conceptual HDD #3 is 1,150 feet long as measured along the HDD centerline, with a pipe length of
approximately 1,162 feet as measured along the drill profile. The design radius of curvature for the entry
and exit vertical curves is 800 feet and the design entry and exit angles are both 12 degrees. A 15-degree
horizontal curve with an 800-foot design radius of curvature is located in the bottom tangent of the HDD
profile to align the HDD exit tangent with W Marina Drive.
4.3.2. HDD #3 Entry Point, Workspace and Pipe Stringing and Fabrication Workspace
The proposed entry point is situated on the north side of the crossing approximately 360 feet from the
waters of Moses Lake. We selected the north side of the crossing for entry such that the entry point will be
15 feet lower in elevation than exit, thereby promoting drilling fluid returns to the low elevation side of the
crossing, reducing downhole annular pressures, and lowering the risk of inadvertent returns. The north side
of the crossing also provides more available workspace for drilling activities than the south side.
The temporary entry workspace measures 200-feet-long by 150-feet-wide. The entry point is positioned 75
feet from the edge of the workspace, such that the workspace encompasses areas where we expect the
risk of inadvertent returns to be very high. The workspace could be extended in design if the hydraulic
fracture and inadvertent returns analysis indicates a significant risk of inadvertent returns farther from the
entry point.
The 60-foot-wide product pipe stringing and fabrication workspace extends 1,175 feet across undeveloped
land northward from the entry workspace. As such, we anticipate that a single carrier pipe pull section could
be fabricated prior to pullback. The pipe stringing and fabrication workspace was located on the entry side
of the crossing to lessen traffic impacts during construction. However, the HDD contractor would need to
move the drill rig to the exit workspace on W Marina Drive to complete pullback.
4.3.3. HDD #3 Exit Point and Exit Workspace
The conceptual exit point is located approximately 300 feet from the waters of Moses Lake in the
southbound lane of W Marina Drive. The exit workspace is intended to occupy one-half of W Marina Drive
and measures 200 feet in length. The conceptual exit point is located 100 feet from the edge of the
workspace, such that the workspace encompasses portions of the alignment where we expect the risk of
inadvertent returns to be high. We anticipate that traffic control and flaggers would be required during work
hours to support a lane closure, and that two lanes of traffic could likely be restored in the evenings.
5.0 PIPE SPECIFICATION AND PULLBACK ANALYSIS
Based on the anticipated subsurface conditions, our analysis assumes the proposed HDD profiles will be
drilled primarily in competent basalt bedrock under the water portion of the crossings. We anticipate that
the installed pipeline(s) will be filled with liquid for the duration of the force main’s service life. Therefore,
hydrostatic pressures should be approximately equal inside and outside of the pipe, resulting in conditions
that will likely prevent long-term ovality or collapse of the HDPE or PVC pipelines. Therefore, it is our opinion
that pullback forces will likely control the wall thickness of a HDPE or PVC pipeline installed by HDD
methods.
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We estimated the installation loads based on the conceptual HDD geometry and the methods developed
by the Pipeline Research Committee International (PRCI) of the American Gas Association (PRCI 2015). We
completed multiple analyses for each crossing based on 6-inch to 12-inch HDPE and fusible PVC pipe in a
range of available wall thicknesses. Depending on the diameter and material specification of the pipeline
selected, our analyses indicate that required pullback forces could range between approximately 15,000
pounds (for the shorter HDD #3) to approximately 75,000 pounds (for the longer HDD #1). These
anticipated pull forces are considerably less than the rated pull force of HDD drill rigs we anticipate a
contractor would propose to complete these crossings.
We compared our estimated pull forces to safe pull forces for each crossing based on 6-inch to 12-inch
HDPE and fusible PVC pipe in a range of available wall thicknesses based upon different drilling fluid
weights in the hole during pullback. Our analyses assumed that the pipelines are filled with water during
pullback to control buoyancy, which is a common practice for HDPE and PVC pipeline installations. Table 1
(HDPE) and Table 2 (PVC) below present our preliminary estimate of the minimum pipe specification
required for each crossing.
TABLE 1. PRELIMINARY MINIMUM RECOMMENDED HDPE PIPE SPECIFICATIONS
Crossing
Minimum Estimated 4710 HDPE Pipe Specification
6-inch 8-inch 10-inch 12-inch
HDD-1 N/A N/A 10.75” O.D. X 1.536” w.t.
DR 7.0 IPS*
12.75” O.D. X 1.821” w.t.
DR 7.0 IPS*
HDD-2 N/A 8.625” O.D. X 1.232” w.t.
DR 7.0 IPS*
10.75” O.D. X 1.536” w.t.
DR 7.0 IPS
12.75” O.D. X 1.417” w.t.
DR 9.0 IPS
HDD-3 6.625” O.D.a X 0.946” w.t.b
DR c 7.0 IPS d
8.625” O.D. X 0.639” w.t.
DR 13.5 IPS
10.75” O.D. X 0.632” w.t.
DR 17 IPS
12.75” O.D. X 0.750” w.t.
DR 17.0 IPS
TABLE 2. PRELIMINARY MINIMUM RECOMMENDED PVC PIPE SPECIFICATIONS
Crossing
Minimum Estimated Fusible PVC Pipe Specification
6-inch 8-inch 10-inch 12-inch
HDD-1 N/A 8.625” O.D. X 0.51” w.t.
DR 17 IPS*
10.75” O.D. X 0.63” w.t.
DR 17 IPS
12.75” O.D. X 0.75” w.t.
DR 17 IPS
HDD-2 6.625” O.D X 0.39” w.t.
DR 17 IPS *
8.625” O.D. X 0.51” w.t.
DR 17 IPS
10.75” O.D. X 0.63” w.t.
DR 17 IPS
12.75” O.D. X 0.61” w.t.
DR 21 IPS
HDD-3 6.625” O.D X 0.26” w.t.
DR 26 IPS
8.625” O.D. X 0.33” w.t.
DR 26 IPS
10.75” O.D. X 0.41” w.t.
DR 26 IPS
12.75” O.D. X 0.49” w.t.
DR 26 IPS
Notes:
* Pullback force may exceed strength of pipe depending on weight of drilling fluid in hole during pullback.
a O.D. – outside diameter
b w.t. – wall thickness
c DR – Dimension Ratio
d IPS – Iron Pipe Size
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6.0 HDD CONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS
6.1. General
The HDD contractor’s means and methods during construction are critical to the successful completion of
an HDD. The contractor should follow HDD best practices during construction, including those
recommended by GeoEngineers in Appendix B. The HDD best practices in Appendix B are not site-specific
best practices, rather they are applicable to HDD construction in general. The following sections summarize
site-specific conditions to be considered during construction. Because site specific conditions are similar
for each of the three HDD options, considerations generally apply to each of the conceptual HDD
installations, except as noted.
6.2. Utilities
A site-specific survey identifying existing utilities has not been conducted along the conceptual alignments.
If the HDD method of construction is selected, we recommend the project team complete a site-specific
survey that includes the location and depth of all existing utilities prior to final HDD design.
6.3. Gravel, Cobbles and Boulders
Based on our review of geologic mapping and well logs, the conceptual HDD profiles would encounter
gravels within 40 feet to 60 feet of the ground surface. Geologic mapping specifically discusses the
potential for cobbles and boulders in this geologic unit as well. There are several risks associated with
gravels, cobbles and boulders, including hole instability and subsequent ground subsidence, ineffective
cuttings removal, formational fluid loss and subsequent inadvertent returns, and pilot hole steering
difficulties. Hole instability and/or ineffective cuttings removal could result in damage to the pull section or
failure of the HDD installation entirely. Hole instability could also result in ground surface subsidence that
could potentially damage developed areas of the roadways or the adjacent residential development.
We designed the conceptual entry and exit tangents to extend through the gravel layers so that temporary
casing (one form of mitigation discussed below) could be installed if needed to stabilize the hole during
construction.
6.4. Hole Instability
Hole instability is the primary risk commonly associated with gravelly soils, and soils that contain cobbles
and boulders. Hole instability primarily occurs from the inability of the drilling fluid to stabilize the
drilled/reamed hole but may also occur by tooling striking larger clasts and loosening them from the
formation matrix, which in turn allows them to fall into the hole. Hole instability can result in damage to the
carrier pipe pull section, failure of the HDD installation, or subsidence of the ground surface and/or existing
utilities.
It is our opinion that there is at least a moderate unmitigated risk of hole collapse resulting in damage to
or failure of a carrier pipe HDD installation. This risk could be more accurately quantified by conducting
site-specific geotechnical borings and laboratory testing to classify gravels documented in the well logs and
geologic mapping. Mitigation for the risk of hole instability could include the installation of a steel casing
that extends through the gravels if hole instability is encountered during construction.
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6.5. Poor Cuttings Removal
Cuttings removal in gravelly soils with cobbles and boulders is typically more challenging than other
subsurface materials such as sand and silt because the relatively heavy gravel or larger sized cuttings fall
out of suspension and accumulate in the hole. If cuttings are not effectively removed from the hole during
HDD operations, the hole can become blocked and downhole annular drilling fluid pressures will increase
thereby increasing the risk of inadvertent returns. If cuttings removal is insufficient, pullback forces could
also be excessively high during pullback of the carrier pipe pull section and the pull section could become
lodged in the hole or damaged.
We consider ineffective cuttings removal to also present a moderate unmitigated and low mitigated risk to
the successful installation of the carrier pipe pull section. Cuttings removal difficulties can typically be
mitigated to an extent through a well designed and implemented drilling fluid program conducted by a
qualified drilling fluid engineer as well as appropriate tooling selection by the HDD contractor. In gravelly
soils, steel casing may be installed along the HDD profile to mitigate this risk as discussed in the previous
section.
6.6. Inadvertent Returns and Formational Fluid Loss
Inadvertent returns of drilling fluid (typically called inadvertent returns or a “frac-out”) can occur through
two processes: hydraulic fracture of soils surrounding the bore hole or by formational fluid loss.
Hydraulic fracture typically occurs when the drill path passes through relatively weak cohesive soils or loose
granular soils with low shear strength. Very loose to loose sands and silty sands, and soft to medium stiff
silts and clays typically have a high hydraulic fracture potential. Medium dense to very dense sands and
gravels, and very stiff to hard silts and clays typically have a low to moderate hydraulic fracture potential.
Formational fluid loss occurs when drilling fluid flows into preexisting fractures, voids and/or pore spaces
in the surrounding soil or rock. Sand and gravel soil layers and highly fractured rock are typically more
susceptible to formational fluid loss than cohesive soils like clay and silt. Formational fluid loss is a common
occurrence when drilling through gravelly soils, particularly if the gravels are uncemented or do not contain
a significant silt or clay matrix.
Formational fluid loss can lead to inadvertent returns that can adversely affect the ground surface, water
bodies, structures or utilities along or near an HDD alignment. Based on our experience observing HDD
operations in Quaternary-aged and Pleistocene-aged gravels, formational fluid loss in gravels is common.
Formational fluid loss can typically be mitigated to an extent through a well designed and implemented
drilling fluid program conducted by a qualified drilling fluid engineer. However, drilling fluid admixtures are
limited in their ability to slow formational fluid loss. In gravelly soils, steel casing may be installed along the
HDD profile to mitigate this risk as discussed in the previous sections. Predicting the extent to which
formational fluid loss may occur is difficult prior to construction, particularly when gravelly soils are present.
6.6.1. Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1
Space limitations on the entry side of the Conceptual HDD #1 require the entry point to be positioned within
60 feet from the water’s edge of Moses Lake. While steel casing could be installed to mitigate the risk of
inadvertent drilling fluid returns impacting the lake, casing installation methods in gravelly subsurface
conditions often require drilling fluid to be pumped downhole. As such, we consider there to be a very high
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risk of an inadvertent returns impacting the lake during casing installation. If a casing were successfully
installed, we still consider there to be a moderate risk of inadvertent returns occurring at the end of the
casing if the casing is not keyed and seated into competent subsurface materials.
6.6.2. Route Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and HDD #3
To mitigate the risk of inadvertent returns impacting the waters of Moses Lake, we designed Conceptual
HDD #2 and HDD #3 to set back the HDD entry and exit points several hundred feet from the lake.
Consequently, we anticipate the HDD #2 and HDD #3 profiles can be drilled to depths where stiff clay or
basalt bedrock are encountered and we would expect the risk of inadvertent returns to be low prior to the
HDD reaching the waterway. Additionally, the overall length of the HDD alignments beneath the waters of
Moses Lake can be reduced by approximately 680 feet by completing Route Option 2 versus Route
Option 1.
7.0 PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
We requested that Brotherton Pipeline, Inc. (BPL) of Gold Hill, Oregon advise the project team on preliminary
construction costs for the two HDD installation route options as presented in Figures 3 through Figure 5.
Brotherton advised us that the close proximity of the entry point to Moses Lake and the high risk of
inadvertent returns associated with Route Option 1 – HDD #1 would likely preclude Brotherton from
agreeing to complete the crossing; however, Brotherton agreed to provide a rough order of magnitude cost
estimate for discussion purposes. Below, Table 3 presents rough order of magnitude estimates for the
Route Option 1 (HDD #1) and Route Option 2 (HDD #2 and HDD #3) crossing options. Please note that
carrier pipe installations larger than 8-inches will require an additional reaming pass to enlarge the
diameter of the drill hole.
TABLE 3. ROUGH ORDER OF MAGNITUDE HDD ESTIMATES
Crossing Option
Estimated duration
6-inch to 8-inch
installation 1
Estimated Cost for
6-inch to 8-inch
installation 1
Estimated duration
10-inch to 12-inch
installation 1
Estimated Cost for
10-inch to 12-inch
installation 1
Route Option 1
HDD #12 33 days $1.3M 44 days $1.5M
Route Option 2
HDD #2/HDD #3 46 days $1.5M 59 days $1.9M
Note:
1 Contractor estimate does not include workspace preparation, pipe fabrication, or pipe handling during pullback. Other limitations
apply.
2 Contractor advised risk of inadvertent returns would preclude Brotherton from contracting the Route Option 1 – HDD #1 crossing.
As shown in Table 3, the higher-risk Route Option 1 is estimated to cost between $200k and $400k less
(depending on the diameter of the carrier pipe installed). However, this estimate does not include grading
and site prep that would be required to provide a level workspace for the drill rig and does not consider the
negative impacts to schedule and budget that would be caused if inadvertent returns impacted the waters
of Moses Lake.
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8.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on our evaluation presented in this report, it is our opinion that surface and subsurface conditions
that are known at this time present a high risk for inadvertent returns impacting the waters of Moses Lake
if construction of Route Option 1 – Conceptual HDD #1 where attempted. It is further our opinion that Route
Option 2 – Conceptual HDD #2 and HDD #3 provides cost effective mitigation of the risk of inadvertent
returns by positioning the HDD entry and exit points farther from the water’s edge such that the HDD profiles
should reach subsurface materials that are generally more resistant to inadvertent returns before the HDD
profiles pass beneath the lake. Should the project team consider additional HDD alignments, we
recommend that consideration be heavily weighted to positioning HDD entry and exit points at least 100
feet from existing waterways.
We recommend that subsurface explorations be completed at the site to better understand the subsurface
soil, rock, and groundwater conditions after an acceptable pipeline alignment has been secured. Obtaining
this information and completing a comprehensive HDD design should help contractors provide more
competitive bids, be more prepared for the site conditions during construction, and will reduce the risk of
a failed installation and/or change of conditions claim.
9.0 LIMITATIONS
We have prepared this report for use by Keller Associates and their authorized agents and other approved
members of the design team involved with this project. The report is not intended for use by others and the
information contained herein is not applicable to other sites. Our report, conclusions and interpretations
should not be construed as a warranty of the subsurface conditions. To increase the likelihood of a
successful installation, the conclusions and recommendations in this report should be applied in their
entirety.
The scope of our services does not include services related to construction safety precautions. Our
recommendations are not intended to direct the HDD contractor's methods, techniques, sequences or
procedures, except as specifically described in our report for consideration in detailed design.
Within the limitations of scope, schedule and budget, our services have been executed in accordance with
generally accepted practices in this area at the time the report was prepared. The conclusions,
recommendations, and opinions presented in this report are based on our professional knowledge,
judgment, and experience. No warranty or other conditions, express, written, or implied, should be
understood.
Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table and/or figure), if
provided, and any attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored
by GeoEngineers, and will serve as the official document of record.
Please refer to Appendix C, titled “Report Limitations and Guidelines for Use,” for additional information
pertaining to use of this report.
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10.0 REFERENCES
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Grolier, M.J. and Bingham, J.W., 1971, Geologic map and sections of parts of Grant, Adams, and Franklin
Counties, Washington, U.S. Geological Survey, Miscellaneous Geologic Investigations Map I-589,
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Handbook of PVC Pipe: Design and Construction, Fifth Edition, Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association, Dallas, Texas,
December 2012.
North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) “Horizontal Directional Drilling Good Practices
Guidelines, 4th Edition,” 2017.
Pipeline Research Committee International (PRCI) of the American Gas Association “Installation of Pipelines
by Horizontal Directional Drilling, An Engineering Design Guide.” September 23, 2015.
Staheli, K., R.D. Bennett, H.W. O’Donnell, and T.J. Hurley. 1998. Installation of Pipelines beneath levees
using horizontal directional drilling,” Technical Report CPAR-GL-98-1, U.S. Army Engineer
Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Staheli K., C. Price and L. Wetter. 2010. “Effectiveness of Hydrofracture Prediction for HDD Design”
Proceedings of 2010 No-Dig Conference, Chicago, Illinois, May 2-7, 2010.
Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology). 2023. Well Construction and Licensing Search Web
Map. State of Washington, https://appswr.ecology.wa.gov/wellconstruction/map/WCLSWebMap
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directional drilling. Ph.D. Dissertation. Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
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·Aerial from Google Earth Pro, dated 08/06/20.
·Ground surface DEM downloaded from http://gis.ess.washington.edu/data/.
·Moses Lake Bathymetry digitized from an existing historic map dated 1962 by Sylvester and Oglesby report using ArcGIS.(https://www.mlird.org/lake/FINAL_031622_ML_2020_TP_Model_memo.pdf)
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Note(s):
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Coordinate System: Washington State Plane, South Zone, NAD83, US Foot
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Conceptual HDD Stringing Alignment - 2,900'
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City of Moses Lake
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Note(s):
1. GeoEngineers, Inc. has not verified the field location of the existing utilities.2. Subsurface conditions shown in the profile view are based on GeoEngineers' interpretation of Ecology well logs near the conceptual alignment and shouldbe considered a preliminary estimate. Please refer to the HDD feasibility evaluation associated with this figure for more detailed information and limitations.Source(s):
·Aerial from Google Earth Pro, dated 08/06/20.
·Ground surface DEM downloaded from http://gis.ess.washington.edu/data/.
·Moses Lake Bathymetry digitized from an existing historic map dated 1962 by Sylvester and Oglesby report using ArcGIS.(https://www.mlird.org/lake/FINAL_031622_ML_2020_TP_Model_memo.pdf)
Coordinate System: Washington State Plane, South Zone, NAD83, US Foot
Disclaimer: This figure was created for a specific purpose and project. Any use of this figure for any other project or purpose shall be at the user's sole risk and without liability to
GeoEngineers. The locations of features shown may be approximate. GeoEngineers makes no warranty or representation as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the figure, or data
contained therein. The file containing this figure is a copy of a master document, the original of which is retained by GeoEngineers and is the official document of record.
GEOLOGIC MATERIALS LEGEND:
Soil Unit Contact
Gravels
Basalt
Sand, Silt and residual soils
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City of Moses Lake
Conceptual Stringing WorkspaceNote(s):
1. GeoEngineers, Inc. has not verified the field location of the existing utilities.
Source(s):
·Aerial from Google Earth Pro, dated 08/06/20.
Coordinate System: Washington State Plane, South Zone, NAD83, US Foot
Disclaimer: This figure was created for a specific purpose and project. Any use of this figure for any other project or purpose shall be at theuser's sole risk and without liability to GeoEngineers. The locations of features shown may be approximate. GeoEngineers makes no warrantyor representation as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the figure, or data contained therein. The file containing this figure is acopy of a master document, the original of which is retained by GeoEngineers and is the official document of record.
Parcel Tracts
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City of Moses Lake
Conceptual Plan and ProfileMatch Line (See Figure 5B)Conceptual Temporary Pipe
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Note(s):
1. GeoEngineers, Inc. has not verified the field location of the existing utilities.2. Subsurface conditions shown in the profile view are based on GeoEngineers' interpretation of Ecology well logs near the conceptual alignment and shouldbe considered a preliminary estimate. Please refer to the HDD feasibility evaluation associated with this figure for more detailed information and limitations.Source(s):
·Aerial from Google Earth Pro, dated 08/06/20.
·Ground surface DEM downloaded from http://gis.ess.washington.edu/data/.
·Moses Lake Bathymetry digitized from an existing historic map dated 1962 by Sylvester and Oglesby report using ArcGIS.(https://www.mlird.org/lake/FINAL_031622_ML_2020_TP_Model_memo.pdf)
Coordinate System: Washington State Plane, South Zone, NAD83, US Foot
Disclaimer: This figure was created for a specific purpose and project. Any use of this figure for any other project or purpose shall be at the user's sole risk and without liability to
GeoEngineers. The locations of features shown may be approximate. GeoEngineers makes no warranty or representation as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the figure, or data
contained therein. The file containing this figure is a copy of a master document, the original of which is retained by GeoEngineers and is the official document of record.
GEOLOGIC MATERIALS LEGEND:
Soil Unit Contact
Gravels
Basalt
Sand, Silt and residual soils
Conceptual HDD
Entry WorkspaceConceptual Temporary
Exit Workspace(To Be 200' Along and WithinThe Southbound Lane of
W Marina Drive and The ROW)
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Conceptual HDD #3Moses Lake, Washington
City of Moses Lake
Conceptual Stringing WorkspaceNote(s):
1. GeoEngineers, Inc. has not verified the field location of the existing utilities.
Source(s):
·Aerial from Google Earth Pro, dated 08/06/20.
Coordinate System: Washington State Plane, South Zone, NAD83, US Foot
Disclaimer: This figure was created for a specific purpose and project. Any use of this figure for any other project or purpose shall be at theuser's sole risk and without liability to GeoEngineers. The locations of features shown may be approximate. GeoEngineers makes no warrantyor representation as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the figure, or data contained therein. The file containing this figure is acopy of a master document, the original of which is retained by GeoEngineers and is the official document of record.
Conceptual HDD #2
Moses Lake
Parcel Tracts
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APPENDIX A Well Logs
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Well Report Id: 165369
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Well Report Id: 308831
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Well Report Id: 375943
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Well Report Id: 384885
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Well Report Id: 416743
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Well Report Id: 417000
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Well Report Id: 426581
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APPENDIX B HDD Best Practices
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APPENDIX B
HDD BEST PRACTICES
General
The chosen HDD contractor should follow industry standard HDD construction best practices. The purpose
of this appendix is to provide HDD construction best practices that are recommended by GeoEngineers and
are in addition to industry standard HDD construction best practices. The following best practices do not
constitute all HDD construction best practices that are the standard of practice in the HDD industry.
Pilot Hole Considerations
Under the generally accepted industry standard, the design radius in feet for the entry and exit vertical
curves is typically 100 times the product pipe diameter in inches (for example, 12-inch-nominal-diameter
pipe x 1,000 = 1,200-foot design radius). Depending on owner specifications, the proposed operating
conditions, pipe specification, subsurface conditions, and geometric considerations, the design radii for the
horizontal and vertical curves may vary from normal industry design standards.
The minimum allowable three-joint radius over any consecutive three-joint drill pipe section (for Range 2
drill pipe) is established to reduce the risk of overstressing the product pipe during installation. The HDD
contractor’s means and methods during construction are critical to the successful completion of the HDD.
Specifically, while completing the pilot hole, only small deviations from the design for horizontal and vertical
curvature should be allowed so that installation forces and operational stresses similar to those estimated
by the calculations can be maintained.
The HDD subcontractor should complete the pilot hole as closely as possible to the designed HDD
alignment and profile while still maintaining three-joint vertical and horizontal radii equal to or greater than
the minimum allowable radius specified on the HDD Design Drawing. We recommend that the three-joint
radius be calculated for each three-joint section (for Range 2 Drill Pipe, approximately 90 feet) completed
during pilot hole operations. If 15- or 20-foot-long drill pipe joints are used, the pilot hole radius should be
calculated every six or four joints, respectively. We recommend that the contractor drill the pilot hole within
the specified horizontal and vertical tolerances. We also recommend that, upon completion of the pilot
hole, GeoEngineers have the opportunity to review the pilot hole survey data prior to the start of reaming
operations.
We recommend that a secondary survey system (TruTracker, ParaTrack or equivalent) be used where
possible. If a secondary surface survey coil is used for the secondary survey system, we recommend that
the wire grids be placed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. The placement of the coils is
typically limited to areas where ground surface conditions, permit requirements and landowner permissions
allow.
The HDD contractor should be responsible for producing and submitting an as-built drawing of the pilot
hole survey data that includes the HDD entry and exit point coordinates within 2 weeks of the completion
of the pilot hole. The HDD contractor’s as-built drawing should be reviewed by GeoEngineers prior to storing
the data in the project file.
During pilot hole operations, hydraulic fracture of the formation and drilling fluid surface releases may occur
as a result of high annular pressures in the hole. Causes of high annular pressures include insufficient
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removal of cuttings, hole collapse and excessive penetration rates. The annular pressures should be closely
monitored during the pilot hole process to help identify when the potential for drilling fluid surface releases
may be increased. Annular pressures can be monitored through the use of a downhole annular pressure
tool as part of the bottom hole assembly and then compared with the anticipated drilling fluid pressures.
Reaming/Swabbing Considerations
During reaming operations, the HDD contractor will likely ream the hole by conducting one or more
successive ream passes to enlarge the hole to a minimum final hole diameter that is typically 12 inches
larger than the product pipe for diameters equal to or greater than 24 inches or 1.5 times the product pipe
for diameters less than 24 inches. While conducting a pull ream pass (from exit to entry), a drilling fluid
recycling system and high-pressure drilling fluid pump may be positioned on the exit side of the crossing to
facilitate the pumping and recycling of the drilling fluid at exit. Conversely, the drilling fluid recycling system
could remain at the entry side of the crossing and drilling fluid returns could be collected with vacuum
tankers and hauled to the entry side of the crossing.
In some instances, the contactor may elect to conduct forward reaming passes to promote drilling fluid
returns to the entry side of the crossing while enlarging the pilot hole. The process involves keeping the drill
rig on the entry side of the crossing and advancing the reamer from entry (away from the drill rig) towards
the exit side of the crossing. If the contractor elects to conduct forward reaming passes, we recommend
utilizing a large excavator or bulldozer positioned on the exit side of the HDD alignment to apply most of
the pull force required to advance the reamer toward the exit point. Additionally, we recommend that the
HDD contractor maintain a continuous string of drill pipe in the hole at all times during reaming and
swabbing operations. This will reduce the risk of the reamer not following the hole and could eliminate the
need to conduct operations to recover lost tooling in the event that the drill pipe string breaks.
During the reaming operations, the rate of penetration and drilling fluid flow rates should be evaluated to
reduce potential problems with inadequate removal of cuttings, hydraulic fracturing and drilling fluid
surface releases. Generally accepted best practices within the HDD industry recommend an annular solids
percentage of 30 percent or less, which requires pumping drilling fluid at a flow rate such that the volume
of drilling fluid pumped is more than three times the volume of soil cuttings being generated for each joint
reamed. The annular solids percentage can be adjusted by varying either penetration or pumping rates. If
cuttings begin to build up in the hole because of high annular solids content, high drill string torque, stuck
tooling or hydraulic fracture and drilling fluid surface release are more likely.
When the reaming process is completed, and prior to pullback operations, we recommend conducting at
least one swab pass to (1) check the stability of the hole; (2) help remove any excess cuttings remaining in
the hole; (3) provide fresh drilling fluid immediately prior to pullback; and (4) help confirm that the hole is
in a condition to receive the product pipe. The pullback process typically begins after completing one or
more acceptable swab passes.
Pullback Considerations
Our analysis of the installation loads assumes that the pilot hole is completed within the specified
tolerances and that cuttings are removed from the hole prior to attempting pullback. Improper conditioning
of the hole prior to pullback could result in higher installation forces.
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The HDD contractor should install a deadman anchor of sufficient capacity to withstand the anticipated pull
loads; these aspects are generally left to the HDD contractor’s discretion as approved by the owner. We also
recommend that during pullback, the minimum allowable product pipe over bend radius be assessed to
reduce the risk of damaging the product pipe during installation.
For product pipes less than 24 inches in diameter, it is uncommon for the contractor to use buoyancy
control (typically water) during pullback. However, If the diameter of the product pipe is greater than
24 inches, the HDD contractor should consider using buoyancy control in the product pipe during pullback
to reduce the positive buoyancy. In some instances, if buoyancy control measures are not utilized during
the pullback process, the product pipe(s) may float in the drilling fluid and exert pressure against the top
of the hole, increasing the risk for the following problems:
■ Increased skin friction between the product pipe(s) and formation could lead to an increase in the drill
rig pull load. The product pipe(s) and/or the protective coatings could be damaged if excessive pull
force is applied to them.
■ The leading edge of the pull head could dislodge a cobble or rock fragment, in formations where such
subsurface materials are present, binding the product pipe(s) and making it impossible to move it in
either direction.
■ The external coatings could be damaged by sharp and/or protruding material and highly abrasive
material (like coarse sands), if such subsurface materials are present.
During pullback, the pull section(s) is/are typically supported with a combination of roller stands and/or
product pipe handling equipment (cranes, side booms and/or excavators) to direct the product pipe(s) into
the hole at the correct angle to help prevent excessive bending of the product pipe(s), to reduce tension
during pullback and to help protect the product pipe(s) from being damaged. The contractor should provide
a detailed lift plan to safely support the product pipe along the stringing workspace and through the
overbend during pullback operations.
Use of Casing in HDD Operations
During the HDD construction process large and/or small-diameter casings can be included as part of the
HDD contractor’s drill plan to help mitigate the following: hole instabilities; drilling fluid loss; drilling fluid
surface release; and surface subsidence. Furthermore, small-diameter casing can provide support for
downhole tooling in soft and loose soils to prevent erosion of the surrounding formations and can act as a
reaction mass for allowing a greater transfer of axial loads through the downhole drill pipe string to the drill
bit. Large-diameter casing can also provide support for downhole tooling in soft and loose soils.
Large-diameter Casing
Large-diameter casing (generally greater than 24 inches and large enough to allow passage of downhole
tooling equal to the final hole diameter) is typically installed via a pneumatic hammer in 15- to 40-foot
sections prior to commencing advancement of the pilot hole. These sections are welded together during
installation. After the large diameter casing is installed to the desired depth, the contractor will clean out
the casing with a dry auger or a reamer while pumping drilling fluid downhole. A centralizer casing will then
be installed into the larger diameter casing. The centralizer casing supports the drill pipe near the center
of the large-diameter casing, as opposed to the bottom. The centralizer casing is removed from the
large-diameter casing once the pilot hole is completed so that reaming operations can commence.
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Depending on the amount of casing installed and the soil conditions this can be a lengthy process.
The casing can also be installed by excavating an inclined trench along the proposed HDD drill path,
installing the casing in the trench and then backfilling around the casing when shallow excavations are
required.
The large-diameter casing is limited to the entry and exit tangents of the drill profile where the greatest
benefit from the casing is in providing hole stability through the tangent sections during the entire HDD
process. Upon completion of pullback, the casing is typically extracted via a pneumatic hammer or by the
drill rig if the skin friction between the casing and the surrounding soils can be overcome. Occasionally,
large-diameter casing cannot be extracted and requires modifying and removal at the ground surface.
Small-diameter Casing
Small-diameter casing (generally 12 to 16 inches in diameter) is typically pushed and/or rotated over the
drill pipe string by the drill rig in 15- to 40-foot sections. These sections are typically welded together during
installation; however, small-diameter threaded casing can be procured. As sections are added, the casing
will continue to be advanced to a depth necessary to maintain hole stability or reduce the risk of hydraulic
fracture and drilling fluid surface release. It should be noted that drilling fluid is often pumped down the
casing during installation to help lubricate the outside of the casing and facilitate installing the casing to
the desired depth; however, this can cause inadvertent drilling fluid returns during the installation process.
Once the small diameter casing is installed the contractor typically cleans out the casing using the pilot
hole jetting assembly.
The small-diameter casing is easier to maneuver within an HDD workspace than large-diameter casing and
can be installed on most HDD construction sites without the use of specialized equipment. Also,
small-diameter casing can be installed along curved portions of the HDD profile using the drill pipe string
as a guide, when required, unlike large-diameter casing. The small-diameter casing is typically extracted
before or during the hole opening process by the drill rig and/or supplementary equipment on site.
Utilities
We recommend that the HDD contractor physically locate (pothole) utilities that are within 15 feet of the
HDD entry and exit points, drill rig anchors, or crossed by the proposed HDD alignment prior to initiating
pilot hole operations to verify the location and depth of each utility and confirm that HDD operations will
not conflict with the utilities.
Drilling Fluid Containment Pits and Temporary Excavations
Drilling fluid containment pits will be required at the drill entry and exit work areas. Depending on the
practices of the HDD contractor, drilling fluid containment pit excavations are typically constructed adjacent
to the centerline near the entry and exit point locations and are approximately 10 feet long by 10 feet wide
and up to 8 feet deep.
Maintenance of safe working conditions, including temporary excavation stability, is the responsibility of
the HDD contractor. All temporary cuts in excess of 4 feet in height should be shored or sloped in
accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 1926 Subpart P,
Appendix B – Sloping and Benching. For planning purposes, soils in the vicinity of the excavation areas are
often assumed to be classified as Type C. Temporary excavations in Type C soil should be inclined no
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steeper than 1.5H:1V (horizontal to vertical). These allowable cut slope inclinations are applicable to
excavations above the groundwater table only. Steeper temporary slope inclinations may be allowed if soil
conditions are determined to be suitable by the field geotechnical engineer. For open cuts, we recommend
that:
■ No traffic, construction equipment, stockpiles or supplies should be allowed within a distance of at
least 5 feet from the top of the cut.
■ Construction activities should be scheduled to reduce the length of time the cuts are left open.
■ Erosion control measures should be implemented as appropriate to limit runoff from the site.
■ Surface water should be diverted away from the excavations.
Drilling Fluid Considerations
The HDD contractor’s ability to maintain proper drilling fluid properties with appropriate penetration and
drilling fluid flow rates will be important factors to consider during drilling, because hole conditions and the
risk of drilling fluid surface releases will be directly affected by these operations. The contractor’s means
and methods will be instrumental in maintaining a clean pilot and reamed hole and in maintaining drilling
fluid returns to the entry and exit points throughout the drilling process so that the risk of hydraulic fracture
and drilling fluid surface releases is not increased during drilling.
Maintaining appropriate drilling fluid properties during HDD operations will be vital for effective cuttings
removal and maintaining hole stability during all aspects of HDD operations. We recommend that the HDD
contractor employ the use of a qualified third-party drilling fluid engineer/technician to develop a drilling
fluid program and assist with maintaining appropriate drilling fluid properties during HDD operations.
Cuttings Removal and Annular Solids
Based on our experience, cuttings removal in clays is typically more challenging than in other non-cohesive
soils. In some cases, relatively dry clays or high plasticity clays may swell and block the drill hole.
Alternatively, the clay cuttings may “ball up” forming large diameter particles that fall out of suspension
and are more difficult to remove than smaller clay particles that remain in suspension. Cuttings removal
can also be difficult when drilling through gravel because the relatively heavy gravels tend to fall out of
suspension and accumulate within the hole. Therefore, the potential for the hole to become plugged with
cuttings is elevated along proposed HDD crossings where the drill path is within clay and gravel. In the
event that the hole becomes plugged, and drilling fluid circulation ceases, downhole annular pressures can
increase dramatically. This increase in downhole annular pressure can significantly increase the risk of
hydraulic fracture and drilling fluid surface release.
If cuttings are not effectively removed from the hole during HDD operations, rotary torque on the drill pipe
string/downhole tooling could be become excessively high causing tooling to become lodged downhole,
pullback forces could become excessively high during pipe pullback of the product pipe, the pipe could
become lodged in the hole, or the pipe could become damaged. The failure to effectively remove cuttings
from the hole could potentially result in failure of the HDD installation. Therefore, we recommend that the
HDD contractor attempt to maintain drilling fluid returns at all times and use appropriate means and
methods (appropriate penetration rates, drilling fluid management, and mechanical methods) to
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adequately remove cuttings from the hole during the HDD process so long as formational drilling fluid loss
does not prevent doing so.
If drilling fluid returns begin to diminish or are lost, the HDD subcontractor could implement the following;
tripping out the downhole tooling and swabbing the hole until drilling fluid returns are reestablished before
proceeding forward; utilizing Loss Circulation Materials (LCM’s) (if approved for use on the project); or make
other adjustments necessary to restore drilling fluid returns.
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APPENDIX C
REPORT LIMITATIONS AND GUIDELINES FOR USE1
This appendix provides information to help you manage your risks with respect to the use of this report.
Read These Provisions Closely
It is important to recognize that the geoscience practices (geotechnical engineering, geology and
environmental science) rely on professional judgment and opinion to a greater extent than other
engineering and natural science disciplines, where more precise and/or readily observable data may exist.
To help clients better understand how this difference pertains to our services, GeoEngineers, Inc.
(GeoEngineers) includes the following explanatory “limitations” provisions in its reports. Please confer with
GeoEngineers if you need to know more how these “Report Limitations and Guidelines for Use” apply to
your project or site.
Geotechnical Services Are Performed for Specific Purposes, Persons and Projects
This report has been prepared for Keller Associates and the design team for the Project specifically
identified in the report. The information contained herein is not applicable to other sites or projects.
GeoEngineers structures its services to meet the specific needs of its clients. No party other than the party
to whom this report is addressed may rely on the product of our services unless we agree to such reliance
in advance and in writing. Within the limitations of the agreed scope of services for the Project, and its
schedule and budget, our services have been executed in accordance with our Agreement for Professional
Services dated December 20, 2022, with Keller Associates and generally accepted HDD design practices
in this area at the time this report was prepared. We do not authorize, and will not be responsible for, the
use of this report for any purposes or projects other than those identified in the report.
A Geotechnical Engineering or Geologic Report is Based on a Unique Set of Project-Specific
Factors
This report has been prepared for the Cascade Valley Force Main Project, located in Moses Lake,
Washington. GeoEngineers considered a number of unique, project-specific factors when establishing the
scope of services for this project and report. Unless GeoEngineers specifically indicates otherwise, it is
important not to rely on this report if it was:
■ not prepared for you,
■ not prepared for your project,
■ not prepared for the specific site, or
■ completed before important project changes were made.
1 Developed based on material provided by ASFE/The Best People on Earth, Professional Firms Practicing in the
Geosciences; www.asfe.org.
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For example, changes that can affect the applicability of this report include those that affect:
■ the function of the proposed structure;
■ elevation, configuration, location, orientation or weight of the proposed structure;
■ composition of the design team; or
■ project ownership.
If changes occur after the date of this report, GeoEngineers cannot be responsible for any consequences
of such changes in relation to this report unless we have been given the opportunity to review our
interpretations and recommendations. Based on that review, we can provide written modifications or
confirmation, as appropriate.
Environmental Concerns are Not Covered
Unless environmental services were specifically included in our scope of services, this report does not
provide any environmental findings, conclusions, or recommendations, including but not limited to, the
likelihood of encountering underground storage tanks or regulated contaminants.
Subsurface Conditions Can Change
This report is based on conditions that are anticipated at the time the study was performed. The findings
and conclusions of this report may be affected by the passage of time, by man-made events such as
construction on or adjacent to the site, new information or technology that becomes available subsequent
to the report date, or by natural events such as floods, earthquakes, slope instability or groundwater
fluctuations. If more than a few months have passed since issuance of our report or work product, or if any
of the described events may have occurred, please contact GeoEngineers before applying this report for its
intended purpose so that we may evaluate whether changed conditions affect the continued reliability or
applicability of our conclusions and recommendations.
Geotechnical and Geologic Findings are Professional Opinions
Our interpretations of subsurface conditions are based on publicly available geologic information. Actual
subsurface conditions may differ, sometimes significantly, from the opinions presented in this report. Our
report, conclusions and interpretations are not a warranty of the actual subsurface conditions.
Geotechnical Engineering Report Recommendations are Not Final
We have developed the following recommendations based on publicly available geologic information.
Therefore, the recommendations included in this report are preliminary and should not be considered final.
GeoEngineers’ recommendations can be finalized by completing explorations at the site and observing
actual subsurface conditions revealed during construction. GeoEngineers cannot assume responsibility or
liability for the recommendations in this report if we do not complete subsurface explorations at the site
and perform construction observation.
We recommend that you allow sufficient monitoring, testing and consultation during construction by
GeoEngineers to confirm that the conditions encountered are consistent with those indicated by the
explorations, to provide recommendations for design changes if the conditions revealed during the work
differ from those anticipated, and to evaluate whether earthwork activities are completed in accordance
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with our recommendations. Retaining GeoEngineers for construction observation for this project is the most
effective means of managing the risks associated with unanticipated conditions. If another party performs
field observation and confirms our expectations, the other party must take full responsibility for both the
observations and recommendations. Please note, however, that another party would lack our project-
specific knowledge and resources.
A Geotechnical Engineering or Geologic Report Could Be Subject to Misinterpretation
Misinterpretation of this report by members of the design team or by contractors can result in costly
problems. GeoEngineers can help reduce the risks of misinterpretation by conferring with appropriate
members of the design team after submitting the report, reviewing pertinent elements of the design team’s
plans and specifications, participating in pre-bid and preconstruction conferences, and providing
construction observation.
Give Contractors a Complete Report and Guidance
To help reduce the risk of problems associated with unanticipated subsurface conditions, GeoEngineers
recommends giving contractors the complete report, including these “Report Limitations and Guidelines
for Use.” When providing the report, you should preface it with a clearly written letter of transmittal that:
■ advises contractors that the report was not prepared for purposes of bid development and that its
accuracy is limited; and
■ encourages contractors to confer with GeoEngineers and/or to conduct additional study to obtain the
specific types of information they need or prefer.
Contractors are Responsible for Site Safety on Their Own Construction Projects
Our geotechnical recommendations are not intended to direct the contractor’s procedures, methods,
schedule or management of the work site. The contractor is solely responsible for job site safety and for
managing construction operations to minimize risks to on-site personnel and adjacent properties.
Biological Pollutants
GeoEngineers’ Scope of Work specifically excludes the investigation, detection, prevention or assessment
of the presence of Biological Pollutants. Accordingly, this report does not include any interpretations,
recommendations, findings or conclusions regarding the detecting, assessing, preventing or abating of
Biological Pollutants, and no conclusions or inferences should be drawn regarding Biological Pollutants as
they may relate to this project. The term “Biological Pollutants” includes, but is not limited to, molds, fungi,
spores, bacteria and viruses, and/or any of their byproducts.
A Client that desires these specialized services is advised to obtain them from a consultant who offers
services in this specialized field.
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Permit Number ST0008024
Issuance Date: February 28, 2022
Effective Date: April 1, 2022
Expiration Date: March 31, 2027
State Waste Discharge Permit Number ST0008024
State of Washington
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
Eastern Regional Office
4601 N. Monroe Street
Spokane, Washington 99205-1265
In compliance with the provisions of the
State of Washington Water Pollution Control Law
Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington, as amended,
City of Moses Lake (Larson WWTP)
P.O. Box 1579
Moses Lake, Washington 98837
is authorized to discharge wastewater in accordance with the special and general conditions
which follow.
Plant Location: 6691 Randolph Road, NE,
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Discharge Location: NW ¼ of Sec. 34, T. 20 N., R
28 E., W.M.
SIC Code: 4952 Sewerage Systems
Treatment Type: Extended air activated
sludge (Biolac) with ultraviolet light
disinfection and infiltration basins
Latitude: 47.187205200826
Longitude: -119.290984100519
Adriane P. Borgias
Water Quality Section Manager
Eastern Regional Office
Washington State Department of Ecology
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Table of Contents
Special Conditions ................................................................................................................. 6
S1. Discharge limits ............................................................................................................ 6
S1.A. Effluent limits ............................................................................................................ 6
S1.B. Best management practices/pollution prevention .................................................. 6
S2. Monitoring requirements ............................................................................................. 7
S2.A. Wastewater monitoring ............................................................................................ 7
S2.B. Groundwater monitoring .......................................................................................... 9
S2.C. Sampling and analytical procedures ....................................................................... 10
S2.D. Flow measurement and continuous monitoring devices ....................................... 10
S2.E. Laboratory accreditation ........................................................................................ 11
S2.F. Request for reduction in monitoring ...................................................................... 11
S3. Reporting and recording requirements ....................................................................... 11
S3.A. Discharge monitoring reports ................................................................................. 11
S3.B. Permit Submittals and Schedules ........................................................................... 13
S3.C. Records retention ................................................................................................... 14
S3.D. Recording of results ................................................................................................ 14
S3.E. Additional monitoring by the Permittee................................................................. 14
S3.F. Reporting permit violations .................................................................................... 14
S3.G. Other reporting ....................................................................................................... 16
S3.H. Maintaining a copy of this permit ........................................................................... 17
S4. Facility loading ........................................................................................................... 17
S4.A. Design criteria ......................................................................................................... 17
S4.B. Plans for maintaining adequate capacity ............................................................... 17
S4.C. Duty to mitigate ...................................................................................................... 18
S4.D. Notification of new or altered sources ................................................................... 18
S4.E. Wasteload assessment ........................................................................................... 19
S5. Operation and maintenance ....................................................................................... 19
S5.A. Certified operator ................................................................................................... 19
S5.B. O & M program ....................................................................................................... 20
S5.C. Short-term reduction .............................................................................................. 20
S5.D. Electrical power failure ........................................................................................... 21
S5.E. Prevent connection of inflow ................................................................................. 21
S5.F. Bypass procedures .................................................................................................. 21
S5.G. Operations and maintenance manual .................................................................... 23
S6. Pretreatment.............................................................................................................. 24
S6.A. General requirements ............................................................................................. 24
S6.B. Duty to enforce discharge prohibitions .................................................................. 24
S6.C. Wastewater discharge permit required ................................................................. 26
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S6.D. Identification and reporting of existing, new, and proposed industrial users ....... 26
S6.E. Submittal of list of industrial users ......................................................................... 27
S7. Application for permit renewal or modification for facility changes ............................. 27
General Conditions .............................................................................................................. 28
G1. Signatory requirements ............................................................................................ 28
G2. Right of entry ........................................................................................................... 28
G3. Permit actions .......................................................................................................... 29
G4. Reporting a cause for modification ........................................................................... 29
G5. Plan review required ................................................................................................ 29
G6. Compliance with other laws and statutes ................................................................. 29
G7. Transfer of this permit .............................................................................................. 29
G8. Payment of fees ....................................................................................................... 30
G9. Penalties for violating permit conditions .................................................................. 30
G10. Duty to provide information ..................................................................................... 30
G11. Duty to comply ......................................................................................................... 30
G12. Service agreement review ........................................................................................ 31
Appendix A .......................................................................................................................... 32
List of Tables
Table 1: Summary of Permit Report Submittals ............................................................................. 4
Table 2: Effluent Limits: Outfall 001 ............................................................................................... 6
Table 3: Wastewater Influent Monitoring Schedule ...................................................................... 7
Table 4: Final Wastewater Effluent Monitoring Schedule .............................................................. 8
Table 5: Groundwater Monitoring Schedule .................................................................................. 9
Table 6: Design Criteria for Moses Lake Larson WWTP ................................................................ 17
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Summary of Permit Report Submittals
Refer to the Special and General Conditions of this permit for additional submittal
requirements.
Table 1: Summary of Permit Report Submittals
Permit
Section
Submittal Frequency First Submittal Date
S3.A.11.a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) 1/month May 15, 2022
S3.A.11.b Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) 4/year May 15, 2022
S3.A.11.c Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) 1/year September 15, 2022
S3.F.c Reporting Permit Violations Within Five
Days - Written Report
As necessary -
S4.B Plans for Maintaining Adequate
Capacity
As necessary -
S4.D Notification of New or Altered Sources As necessary -
S4.E Wasteload Assessment 1/year March 15, 2023
S5.A.1 Operator Certification Renewal Card 1/year May 15, 2022
S5.C Short-term reduction As necessary
S5.F Reporting Bypasses As necessary -
S5.G.a.2 Operations and Maintenance Manual
Changes or Updates
As necessary -
S6.E Industrial Users List 1/permit cycle June 30, 2025
S7. Application for Permit Renewal 1/permit cycle March 31, 2026
G1. Notice of Change in Authorization As necessary -
G4. Permit Application for Substantive
Changes to the Discharge
180 days prior
to discharge
-
G5. Engineering Report for Construction or
Modification Activities
180 days prior
to start of
construction
-
G7. Notice of Permit Transfer As necessary -
G10. Duty to Provide Information As necessary -
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Permit
Section
Submittal Frequency First Submittal Date
G12. Submit Proposed New or Changes to
Service Agreements
As necessary -
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Special Conditions
S1. Discharge limits
S1.A. Effluent limits
All discharges and activities authorized by this permit must comply with the
terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of any of the following
pollutants more frequently than, or at a concentration in excess of, that
authorized by this permit violates the terms and conditions of this permit.
Wastewater flows and loadings must not exceed the Design Criteria specified in
Section S4.
Beginning on the effective date, the Permittee is authorized to discharge treated
domestic wastewater to infiltration ponds at the permitted location subject to
the following limits:
Table 2: Effluent Limits: Outfall 001
Latitude: 47.187488 - Longitude: -119.292069
Parameter Average Monthly a Average Weekly b
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
(BOD5)
10 milligrams/liter (mg/L) 15 mg/L
Nitrate + Nitrite Nitrogen 6 mg/L as N ---
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) 600 mg/L ---
Total coliform 50 CFU/100 ml
a Average monthly effluent limit means the highest allowable average of daily discharges over a
calendar month. To calculate the discharge value to compare to the limit, you add the value of
each daily dischararge measured during a calendar month and divide this sum by the total
number of daily discharges measured.
b Average weekly discharge limit means the highest allowable average of daily discharges over
a calendar week, calculated as the sum of all daily discharges measured during a calendar week
divided by the number of daily discharges measured during that week.
S1.B. Best management practices/pollution prevention
The Permittee must comply with the following Best Management Practices to
prevent pollution to waters of the State:
1. Do not discharge in excess of the hydraulic capacity of the
evaporation/infiltration ponds, drainfields so that the pond overflows.
2. Do not discharge priority pollutants, dangerous wastes, or toxics in toxic
amounts.
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S2. Monitoring requirements
S2.A. Wastewater monitoring
The Permittee must monitor in accordance with the following schedule and the
requirements specified in Appendix A.
Table 3: Wastewater Influent Monitoring Schedule
Wastewater Influent means the raw sewage flow from the collection system into the treatment
facility. Sample the wastewater entering the headworks of the treatment plant excluding any
side-stream returns from inside the plant.
Parameter Units Minimum
Sampling
Frequency
Sample Type
Flow Gallons per day (gpd) Continuous a Metered
pH Standard Units (s.u.) Continuous a Metered
Biochemical Oxygen
Demand (CBOD5)
mg/L 1/week 24-Hour Composite b
BOD5 lbs/day c 1/week Calculated
Total Kjeldahl
Nitrogen (TKN)
mg/L as N 1/week 24-Hour Composite b
TKN lbs/day c 1/week Calculated
Total Dissolved Solids
(TDS)
mg/L 1/week 24-Hour Composite b
a Continuous means uninterrupted except for brief lengths of time for calibration, power
failure, or unanticipated equipment repair or maintenance. The time interval for the associated
data logger must be no greater than 30 minutes. The Permittee must sample hourly when
continuous monitoring is not possible.
b 24-Hour Composite means a series of individual samples collected over a 24-hour period into
a single container, and analyzed as one sample.
c lbs/day = Concentration (mg/L) x Flow (in MGD) x 8.34÷1,000,000
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Table 4: Final Wastewater Effluent Monitoring Schedule
Final Wastewater Effluent means wastewater, which is exiting, or has exited, the last treatment
process or operation. Typically, this is after or at the exit from the chlorine contact chamber or
other disinfection process. The Permittee may take effluent samples for the BOD5 analysis
before or after the disinfection process. If taken after, dechlorinate and reseed the sample.
The sampling point for the effluent wastewater will be from the treatment works at the end of
pipe prior to discharging to the infiltration basins.
Parameter Units Minimum Sampling
Frequency
Sample Type
pH s.u. Continuous a Metered
BOD5 mg/L 1/week 24-Hour Composite c
BOD5 lbs/day d 1/week Calculated
Total Coliform #/100 mL 1/week Grab b
TKN mg/L as N 1/week 24-Hour Composite c
TKN lbs/day d 1/week Calculated
Nitrate plus Nitrite
Nitrogen
mg/L as N 1/week 24-Hour Composite c
TDS mg/L 1/week 24-Hour Composite c
Total Phosphorus µg/L 1/week Grab b
Arsenic µg/L 1/year e 24-Hour Composite c
Copper, Total µg/L 1/year e 24-Hour Composite c
Iron, Total µg/L 1/year e 24-Hour Composite c
Manganese, Total µg/L 1/year e 24-Hour Composite c
Zinc, Total µg/L 1/year e 24-Hour Composite c
Chloride mg/L 1/year e Grab b
a Continuous means uninterrupted except for brief lengths of time for calibration, power
failure, or unanticipated equipment repair or maintenance. The time interval for the associated
data logger must be no greater than 30 minutes. The Permittee must sample hourly when
continuous monitoring is not possible.
b Grab means an individual sample collected over a 15 minute, or less, period.
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c 24-Hour Composite means a series of individual samples collected over a 24-hour period into
a single container, and analyzed as one sample.
d lbs/day = Concentration (mg/L) x Flow (in MGD) x 8.34 ÷ 1,000,000
e 1/year means take samples in August and report data by September 15 each year.
S2.B. Groundwater monitoring
The Permittee must monitor groundwater in accordance with the following
schedule and the requirements specified in Appendix A.
Table 5: Groundwater Monitoring Schedule
Monitor groundwater at monitoring wells MW2, MW3 and MW4
Parameter Units & Speciation Sampling
Frequency
Sample Type
Measured Depth to
Groundwater
Feet (nearest 0.01
ft)
4/year a Field
Measurement
Iron (Total) mg/L 4/year a Grab b
Total Organic Carbon
(TOC)
mg/L 4/year a Grab b
pH s.u. 4/year a Grab b
Total Coliform #/100 mL 4/year a Grab b
TDS mg/L 4/year a Grab b
Nitrate plus Nitrite Nitrogen mg/L as N 4/year a Grab b
Phosphorus mg/L 1/year c Grab b
Arsenic µg/L 1/year Grab b
Copper, Total µg/L 1/year c Grab b
Manganese, Total µg/L 1/year c Grab b
Zinc, Total µg/L 1/year c Grab b
Chloride mg/L 1/year c Grab b
a 4/year means sample four times per year in the specified months of February, May, August,
and September. Report data by the 15th of the month following sampling.
b Grab means an individual sample collected over a 15 minute, or less, period.
c 1/year means take samples in August and report data by September 15 each year.
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S2.C. Sampling and analytical procedures
Samples and measurements taken to meet the requirements of this permit must
represent the volume and nature of the monitored parameters, including
representative sampling of any unusual discharge or discharge condition,
including bypasses, upsets and maintenance-related conditions affecting effluent
quality.
Groundwater sampling must conform to the latest protocols in the
Implementation Guidance for the Ground Water Quality Standards, (Ecology
1996).
Sampling and analytical methods used to meet the water and wastewater
monitoring requirements specified in this permit must conform to the latest
revision of the following rules and documents unless otherwise specified in this
permit or approved in writing by Ecology.
Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants
contained in 40 CFR Part 136
Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater (APHA)
The Permittee must conduct and report all soil analysis in accordance with the
Western States Laboratory Plant, Soil and Water Analysis Manual, Soil, Plant and
Water Reference Methods for The Western Region, 4th Edition, 2013, available
online at https://www.naptprogram.org/files/napt/publications/method-
papers/western-states-methods-manual-2013.pdf.
The Permittee must also participate in a proficiency testing program such as the
North American Proficiency Testing Program (NAPT) available online at
https://www.naptprogram.org/.
S2.D. Flow measurement and continuous monitoring devices
The Permittee must:
1. Select and use appropriate flow measurement and continuous monitoring
devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices.
2. Install, calibrate, and maintain these devices to ensure the accuracy of the
measurements is consistent with the accepted industry standard, the
manufacturer’s recommendation, and approved O&M manual procedures
for the device and the waste stream.
3. Calibrate continuous monitoring instruments weekly unless it can
demonstrate a longer period is sufficient based on monitoring records.
The Permittee:
a. May calibrate apparatus for continuous monitoring of dissolved oxygen
by air calibration.
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b. Must calibrate continuous pH measurement instruments using a grab
sample analyzed in the lab with a pH meter calibrated with standard
buffers and analyzed within 15 minutes of sampling.
c. Must calibrate continuous chlorine measurement instruments using a
grab sample analyzed in the laboratory within 15 minutes of sampling.
4. Use field measurement devices as directed by the manufacturer and do not
use reagents beyond their expiration dates.
5. Establish a calibration frequency for each device or instrument in the O&M
manual that conforms to the frequency recommended by the manufacturer.
6. Calibrate flow monitoring devices at a minimum frequency of at least one
calibration per year.
7. Maintain calibration records for at least three years.
S2.E. Laboratory accreditation
The Permittee must ensure that all monitoring data required by Ecology for
permit specified parameters is prepared by a laboratory registered or accredited
under the provisions of chapter 173-50 WAC, Accreditation of Environmental
Laboratories. Flow, temperature, settleable solids, conductivity, pH, and internal
process control parameters are exempt from this requirement. The Permittee
must obtain accreditation for conductivity and pH if it must receive accreditation
or registration for other parameters.
S2.F. Request for reduction in monitoring
The Permittee may request a reduction of the sampling frequency after 12
months of monitoring. Ecology will review each request and at its discretion
grant the request when it reissues the permit or by a permit modification.
The Permittee must:
1. Provide a written request.
2. Clearly state the parameters for which it is requesting reduced monitoring.
3. Clearly state the justification for the reduction.
S3. Reporting and recording requirements
The Permittee must monitor and report in accordance with the following conditions.
Falsification of information submitted to Ecology is a violation of the terms and
conditions of this permit.
S3.A. Discharge monitoring reports
The first monitoring period begins on the effective date of the permit (unless
otherwise specified).
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The Permittee must:
1. Summarize, report, and submit monitoring data obtained during each
monitoring period on the electronic discharge monitoring report (DMR) form
provided by Ecology within the Water Quality Permitting Portal. Include data
for each of the parameters tabulated in Special Condition S2 and as required
by the form. Report a value for each day sampling occurred (unless
specifically exempted in the permit) and for the summary values (when
applicable) included on the electronic form.
To find out more information and to sign up for the Water Quality Permitting
Portal go to https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-
assistance/Water-quality-permits-guidance/WQWebPortal-guidance.
2. Enter the “No Discharge” reporting code for an entire DMR, for a specific
monitoring point, or for a specific parameter as appropriate, if the Permittee
did not discharge wastewater or a specific pollutant during a given
monitoring period.
3. Report single analytical values below detection as “less than the detection
level (DL)” by entering < followed by the numeric value of the detection level
(e.g. < 2.0) on the DMR. If the method used did not meet the minimum DL
and quantitation level (QL) identified in the permit, report the actual QL and
DL in the comments or in the location provided.
4. Not report zero for bacteria monitoring. Report as required by the laboratory
method.
5. Calculate and report an arithmetic average value for each day for bacteria if
multiple samples were taken in one day.
6. Calculate the geometric mean values for bacteria (unless otherwise specified
in the permit) using:
a. The reported numeric value for all bacteria samples measured above the
detection value except when it took multiple samples in one day. If the
Permittee takes multiple samples in one day it must use the arithmetic
average for the day in the geometric mean calculation.
b. The detection value for those samples measured below detection.
7. Report the test method used for analysis in the comments if the laboratory
used an alternative method not specified in the permit and as allowed in
Appendix A.
8. Calculate average values and calculated total values (unless otherwise
specified in the permit) using:
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a. The reported numeric value for all parameters measured between the
agency-required detection value and the agency-required quantitation
value.
b. One-half the detection value (for values reported below detection) if the
lab detected the parameter in another sample from the same monitoring
point for the reporting period.
c. Zero (for values reported below detection) if the lab did not detect the
parameter in another sample for the reporting period.
9. Report single-sample grouped parameters (for example: priority pollutants,
PAHs, pulp and paper chlorophenolics, TTOs) on the WQWebDMR form and
include: sample date, concentration detected, detection limit (DL) (as
necessary), and laboratory quantitation level (QL) (as necessary).
10. Ensure that DMRs are electronically submitted no later than the dates
specified below, unless otherwise specified in this permit.
11. Submit DMRs for parameters with the monitoring frequencies specified in S2
(monthly, quarterly, annual, etc.) at the reporting schedule identified below.
The Permittee must:
a. Submit monthly DMRs by the 15th day of the following month.
b. Submit 4/year DMRs by the 15th day of the month following the
monitoring period, with samples taken in February, April, July, and
November. Data due March 15, May 15, August 15, and December 15.
c. Submit 1/year DMRs by September 15 each year, with samples taken in
August.
S3.B. Permit Submittals and Schedules
The Permittee must use the Water Quality Permitting Portal – Permit Submittals
application (unless otherwise specified in the permit) to submit all other written
permit-required reports by the date specified in the permit.
When another permit condition requires submittal of a paper (hard-copy) report,
the Permittee must ensure that it is postmarked or received by Ecology no later
than the dates specified by this permit.
Send these paper reports to Ecology at:
Water Quality Program
Department of Ecology
Eastern Regional Office
4601 N. Monroe Street
Spokane, Washington 99205-1265
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S3.C. Records retention
The Permittee must retain records of all monitoring information for a minimum
of three years. Such information must include all calibration and maintenance
records and all original recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation,
copies of all reports required by this permit, and records of all data used to
complete the application for this permit. The Permittee must extend this period
of retention during the course of any unresolved litigation regarding the
discharge of pollutants by the Permittee or when requested by Ecology.
The Permittee must retain all records pertaining to the monitoring of sludge for
a minimum of five years.
S3.D. Recording of results
For each measurement or sample taken, the Permittee must record the
following information:
1. The date, exact place and time of sampling.
2. The individual who performed the sampling or measurement.
3. The dates the analyses were performed.
4. The individual who performed the analyses.
5. The analytical techniques or methods used.
6. The results of all analyses.
S3.E. Additional monitoring by the Permittee
If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by Special
Condition S2 of this permit, then the Permittee must include the results of such
monitoring in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the
Permittee's DMR unless otherwise specified by Special Condition S2.
S3.F. Reporting permit violations
The Permittee must take the following actions when it violates or is unable to
comply with any permit condition:
1. Immediately take action to stop, contain, and cleanup unauthorized
discharges or otherwise stop the noncompliance and correct the problem.
2. If applicable, immediately repeat sampling and analysis. Submit the results of
any repeat sampling to Ecology within 30 days of sampling.
a. Immediate reporting
The Permittee must immediately report to Ecology and the Local Health
jurisdiction (at the numbers listed below), all:
Failures of the disinfection system.
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Collection system overflows.
Plant bypasses resulting in a discharge.
Any other failures of the sewage system (pipe breaks, etc.).
Overflows or leaks of transmission or irrigation pipelines that discharge to
a waterbody used as a source of drinking or irrigation water.
Ecology Eastern Regional Office (509) 329-3400
Grant County Health District (509) 766-7960 (business hours)
(509) 398-2083 (after hours)
Additionally, for any sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) that discharges to a
municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4), the Permittee must notify the
appropriate MS4 owner or operator.
b. Twenty-four-hour reporting
The Permittee must report the following occurrences of noncompliance by
telephone, to Ecology at the telephone numbers listed above, within 24
hours from the time the Permittee becomes aware of any of the following
circumstances:
1. Any noncompliance that may endanger health or the environment, unless
previously reported under immediate reporting requirements.
2. Any unanticipated bypass that causes an exceedance of an effluent limit
in the permit (See Part S5.F., “Bypass Procedures”).
3. Any upset that causes an exceedance of an effluent limit in the permit.
Upset means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and
temporary noncompliance with technology-based permit effluent limits
because of factors beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee. An
upset does not include noncompliance to the extent caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate
treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or
improper operation.
4. Any violation of a maximum daily or instantaneous maximum discharge
limit for any of the pollutants in Section S1.A of this permit.
5. Any overflow prior to the treatment works, whether or not such overflow
endangers health or the environment or exceeds any effluent limit in the
permit.
6. When a monitoring well parameter exceeds an enforcement limit in 2
consecutive sampling events.
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c. Report within five days
The Permittee must also submit a written report within five days of the time
that the Permittee becomes aware of any reportable event under subparts a
or b, above.
The report must contain:
1. A description of the noncompliance and its cause.
2. Maps, drawings, aerial photographs, or pictures to show the location and
cause(s) of the non-compliance.
3. The period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times.
4. The estimated time the Permittee expects the noncompliance to
continue if not yet corrected.
5. Steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent recurrence of
the noncompliance.
6. If the noncompliance involves an overflow prior to the treatment works,
an estimate of the quantity (in gallons) of untreated overflow.
d. Waiver of written reports
Ecology may waive the written report required in subpart c, above, on a
case-by-case basis upon request if the Permittee has submitted a timely oral
report.
e. All other permit violation reporting
The Permittee must report all permit violations, which do not require
immediate or within 24 hours reporting, when it submits monitoring reports
for S3.A ("Reporting"). The reports must contain the information listed in
subpart c, above. Compliance with these requirements does not relieve the
Permittee from responsibility to maintain continuous compliance with the
terms and conditions of this permit or the resulting liability for failure to
comply.
S3.G. Other reporting
a. Spills of Oil or Hazardous Materials
The Permittee must report a spill of oil or hazardous materials in accordance
with the requirements of RCW 90.56.280 and chapter 173-303-145.
Instructions are available on the Ecology Spill Reporting Website at
https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-involved/Report-an-environmental-
issue/Report-a-spill.
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b. Failure to submit relevant or correct facts
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant
facts in a permit application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit
application, or in any report to Ecology, it must submit such facts or
information promptly.
S3.H. Maintaining a copy of this permit
The Permittee must keep a copy of this permit at the facility and make it
available upon request to Ecology inspectors.
S4. Facility loading
S4.A. Design criteria
The flows or waste loads for the permitted facility must not exceed the following
design criteria:
Table 6: Design Criteria for Moses Lake Larson WWTP
Parameter Design Criteria
Monthly Average Flow 750,000 gpd
Peak Instantaneous Design Flow 1,200,000 gpd
BOD5 Influent Loading for Maximum Month 1,970 lbs/day
TSS Influent Loading for Maximum Month 2,523 lbs/day
TKN Influent Loading for Maximum Month 296 lbs/day
NH3 Influent Loading for Maximum Month 188 lbs/day
S4.B. Plans for maintaining adequate capacity
a. Conditions triggering plan submittal
The Permittee must submit a plan and a schedule for continuing to maintain
capacity to Ecology when:
1. The actual flow or waste load reaches 85 percent of any one of the design
criteria in S4.A for three consecutive months.
2. The projected plant flow or loading would reach design capacity within
five years.
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b. Plan and schedule content
The plan and schedule must identify the actions necessary to maintain
adequate capacity for the expected population growth and to meet the limits
and requirements of the permit. The Permittee must consider the following
topics and actions in its plan.
1. Analysis of the present design and proposed process modifications.
2. Reduction or elimination of excessive infiltration and inflow of
uncontaminated ground and surface water into the sewer system.
3. Limits on future sewer extensions or connections or additional waste
loads.
4. Modification or expansion of facilities.
5. Reduction of industrial or commercial flows or waste loads.
Engineering documents associated with the plan must meet the
requirements of WAC 173-240-060, "Engineering Report," and be approved
by Ecology prior to any construction.
S4.C. Duty to mitigate
The Permittee must take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any
discharge or sludge use or disposal in violation of this permit that has a
reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment.
S4.D. Notification of new or altered sources
1. The Permittee must submit written notice to Ecology whenever any new
discharge or a substantial change in volume or character of an existing
discharge into the wastewater treatment plant is proposed which:
a. Would interfere with the operation of, or exceed the design capacity of,
any portion of the wastewater treatment plant.
b. Is not part of an approved general sewer plan or approved plans and
specifications.
c. Is subject to pretreatment standards under 40 CFR Part 403 and Section
307(b) of the Clean Water Act.
2. This notice must include an evaluation of the wastewater treatment plant’s
ability to adequately transport and treat the added flow and/or waste load,
the quality and volume of effluent to be discharged to the treatment plant,
and the anticipated impact on the Permittee’s effluent [40 CFR 122.42(b)].
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S4.E. Wasteload assessment
The Permittee must conduct an annual assessment of its influent flow and
waste load and submit a report to Ecology by March 15, 2023, and annually
thereafter.
The report must contain:
1. A description of compliance or noncompliance with the permit effluent
limits.
2. A comparison between the existing and design:
a. Monthly average dry weather and wet weather flows.
b. Peak flows.
c. BOD5 loading.
3. The percent change in the above parameters since the previous report
(except for the first report).
4. The present and design population or population equivalent.
5. The projected population growth rate.
6. The estimated date upon which the Permittee expects the wastewater
treatment plant to reach design capacity, according to the most restrictive of
the parameters above.
Ecology may modify the interval for review and reporting if it determines that a
different frequency is sufficient.
S5. Operation and maintenance
The Permittee must, at all times, properly operate and maintain all facilities or systems
of treatment and control (and related appurtenances), which are installed to achieve
compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit. Proper operation and
maintenance also includes keeping a daily operation logbook (paper or electronic),
adequate laboratory controls, and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This
provision of the permit requires the Permittee to operate backup or auxiliary facilities or
similar systems only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the
conditions of this permit.
S5.A. Certified operator
An operator certified for at least a Class III plant by the State of Washington must
be in responsible charge of the day-to-day operation of the wastewater
treatment plant. An operator certified for at least a Class II plant must be in
charge during all regularly scheduled shifts.
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The Permittee must:
1. Submit an operator certification renewal card for the current operator in
responsible charge by uploading an electronic copy to the Ecology
WQWebPortal by May 15 each year.
2. Immediately notify Ecology when the facility does not have a properly
certified operator in responsible charge or if the current properly certified
operator in responsible charge loses their certification.
3. Notify Ecology within 30 days when the operator in responsible charge at
the facility changes.
a. Provide the new operators’ name, certification number and
certification level.
b. Provide a current copy of the contract if a contract operator is used.
S5.B. O & M program
The Permittee must:
1. Institute an adequate operation and maintenance program for the entire
sewage system.
2. Keep maintenance records on all major electrical and mechanical
components of the treatment plant, as well as the sewage system and
pumping stations. Such records must clearly specify the frequency and type
of maintenance recommended by the manufacturer and must show the
frequency and type of maintenance performed.
3. Make maintenance records available for inspection at all times.
S5.C. Short-term reduction
The Permittee must schedule any facility maintenance, which might require
interruption of wastewater treatment and degrade effluent quality, during non-
critical water quality periods and carry this maintenance out according to the
approved O&M manual or as otherwise approved by Ecology.
If a Permittee contemplates a reduction in the level of treatment that would
cause a violation of permit discharge limits on a short-term basis for any reason,
and such reduction cannot be avoided, the Permittee must:
1. Give written notification to Ecology, if possible, 30-days prior to such
activities.
2. Detail the reasons for, length of time of, and the potential effects of the
reduced level of treatment.
This notification does not relieve the Permittee of its obligations under this
permit.
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S5.D. Electrical power failure
The Permittee must ensure that adequate safeguards prevent the discharge of
untreated wastes or wastes not treated in accordance with the requirements of
this permit during electrical power failure at the treatment plant and/or sewage
lift stations. Adequate safeguards include, but are not limited to alternate power
sources, standby generator(s), or retention of inadequately treated wastes. The
Permittee must maintain Reliability Class II (EPA 430-99-74-001) at the
wastewater treatment plant, which requires primary sedimentation and
disinfection.
S5.E. Prevent connection of inflow
The Permittee must strictly enforce its sewer ordinances and not allow the
connection of inflow (roof drains, foundation drains, etc.) to the sanitary sewer
system.
S5.F. Bypass procedures
This permit prohibits a bypass, which is the intentional diversion of waste
streams from any portion of a treatment facility. Ecology may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass unless one of the following circumstances
(1, 2, or 3) applies.
1. Bypass for essential maintenance without the potential to cause violation of
permit limits or conditions.
This permit authorizes a bypass if it allows for essential maintenance and
does not have the potential to cause violations of limits or other conditions
of this permit, or adversely impact public health as determined by Ecology
prior to the bypass. The Permittee must submit prior notice, if possible, at
least ten days before the date of the bypass.
2. Bypass which is unavoidable, unanticipated, and results in noncompliance of
this permit.
This permit authorizes such a bypass only if:
a. Bypass is unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury, or severe
property damage. “Severe property damage” means substantial physical
damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which would
cause them to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent loss of
natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the
absence of a bypass.
b. No feasible alternatives to the bypass exist, such as:
The use of auxiliary treatment facilities.
Retention of untreated wastes.
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Maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime, but not
if the Permittee should have installed adequate backup equipment in
the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass.
Transport of untreated wastes to another treatment facility.
c. Ecology is properly notified of the bypass as required in Special Condition
S3.F of this permit.
3. If bypass is anticipated and has the potential to result in noncompliance of
this permit.
a. The Permittee must notify Ecology at least 30 days before the planned
date of bypass.
The notice must contain:
A description of the bypass and its cause.
An analysis of all known alternatives which would eliminate, reduce,
or mitigate the need for bypassing.
A cost-effectiveness analysis of alternatives including comparative
resource damage assessment.
The minimum and maximum duration of bypass under each
alternative.
A recommendation as to the preferred alternative for conducting the
bypass.
The projected date of bypass initiation.
A statement of compliance with SEPA.
A request for modification of water quality standards as provided for
in WAC 173-201A-410, if an exceedance of any water quality standard
is anticipated.
Details of the steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and
prevent reoccurrence of the bypass.
b. For probable construction bypasses, the Permittee must notify Ecology of
the need to bypass as early in the planning process as possible. The
Permittee must consider the analysis required above during the project
planning and design process. The project-specific engineering report or
facilities plan as well as the plans and specifications must include details
of probable construction bypasses to the extent practical. In cases where
the Permittee determines the probable need to bypass early, the
Permittee must continue to analyze conditions up to and including the
construction period in an effort to minimize or eliminate the bypass.
c. Ecology will consider the following prior to issuing an administrative
order for this type of bypass:
If the bypass is necessary to perform construction or maintenance-
related activities essential to meet the requirements of this permit.
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If feasible alternatives to bypass exist, such as the use of auxiliary
treatment facilities, retention of untreated wastes, stopping
production, maintenance during normal periods of equipment down
time, or transport of untreated wastes to another treatment facility.
If the Permittee planned and scheduled the bypass to minimize
adverse effects on the public and the environment.
After consideration of the above and the adverse effects of the proposed bypass
and any other relevant factors, Ecology will approve or deny the request. Ecology
will give the public an opportunity to comment on bypass incidents of significant
duration, to the extent feasible. Ecology will approve a request to bypass by
issuing an administrative order under RCW 90.48.120.
S5.G. Operations and maintenance manual
a. O&M manual submittal and requirements
The Permittee must:
1. Review the O&M at least annually.
2. Submit substantial changes or updates to the O&M Manual to Ecology for
review and approval whenever it incorporates them into the manual.
3. Keep the approved O&M Manual at the permitted facility.
4. Follow the instructions and procedures of this manual.
b. O&M manual components
In addition to the requirements of WAC 173-240-080(1) through (5), the
O&M Manual must be consistent with the guidance in Table G1-3 in the
Criteria for Sewage Works Design (Orange Book), 2008.
The O&M manual must include:
1. Emergency procedures for plant shutdown and cleanup in event of
wastewater system upset or failure, or collection/irrigation system leak.
2. Irrigation system operational controls and procedures.
3. Wastewater system maintenance procedures that contribute to the
generation of wastewater.
4. Reporting protocols for submitting reports to Ecology to comply with the
reporting requirements in the discharge permit.
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5. Any directions to maintenance staff when cleaning, or maintaining other
equipment or performing other tasks which are necessary to protect the
operation of the wastewater system (for example, defining maximum
allowable discharge rate for draining a tank, blocking all floor drains
before beginning the overhaul of a stationary engine).
6. Treatment plant process control monitoring schedule.
7. Wastewater sampling protocols and procedures for compliance with the
sampling and reporting requirements in the wastewater discharge
permit.
8. Minimum staffing adequate to operate and maintain the treatment
processes and carry out compliance monitoring required by the permit.
9. Protocols and procedures for groundwater monitoring network, vadose
zone, and soil sampling and testing.
10. Protocols and procedures for double-lined evaporation pond leak system,
sampling and testing.
11. Specify other items on case-by-case basis such as O&M for collection
systems pump stations, lagoon liners, etc.
S6. Pretreatment
S6.A. General requirements
The Permittee must work with Ecology to ensure that all commercial and
industrial users of the publicly owned treatment works (POTW) comply with the
pretreatment regulations in 40 CFR Part 403 and any additional regulations that
the Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) may promulgate under Section
307(b) (pretreatment) and 308 (reporting) of the Federal Clean Water Act.
S6.B. Duty to enforce discharge prohibitions
1. Under federal regulations (40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b)), the Permittee must not
authorize or knowingly allow the discharge of any pollutants into its POTW
which may be reasonably expected to cause pass through or interference, or
which otherwise violate general or specific discharge prohibitions contained
in 40 CFR Part 403.5 or WAC 173-216-060.
2. The Permittee must not authorize or knowingly allow the introduction of any
of the following into their treatment works:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW (including,
but not limited to waste streams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than
140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade using the test methods
specified in 40 CFR 261.21).
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b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but
in no case discharges with pH lower than 5.0, or greater than 11.0
standard units, unless the works are specifically designed to
accommodate such discharges.
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts that could cause obstruction to the
flow in sewers or otherwise interfere with the operation of the POTW.
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen-demanding pollutants, (BOD5, etc.)
released in a discharge at a flow rate and/or pollutant concentration
which will cause interference with the POTW.
e. Petroleum oil, non-biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral
origin in amounts that will cause interference or pass through.
f. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes
within the POTW in a quantity which may cause acute worker health and
safety problems.
g. Heat in amounts that will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting
in interference but in no case heat in such quantities such that the
temperature at the POTW headworks exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade
(104 degrees Fahrenheit) unless Ecology, upon request of the Permittee,
approves, in writing, alternate temperature limits.
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated
by the Permittee.
i. Wastewaters prohibited to be discharged to the POTW by the Dangerous
Waste Regulations (chapter 173-303 WAC), unless authorized under the
Domestic Sewage Exclusion (WAC 173-303-071).
3. The Permittee must also not allow the following discharges to the POTW
unless approved in writing by Ecology:
a. Noncontact cooling water in significant volumes.
b. Stormwater and other direct inflow sources.
c. Wastewaters significantly affecting system hydraulic loading, which do
not require treatment, or would not be afforded a significant degree of
treatment by the system.
4. The Permittee must notify Ecology if any industrial user violates the
prohibitions listed in this section (S6.B), and initiate enforcement action to
promptly curtail any such discharge.
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S6.C. Wastewater discharge permit required
The Permittee must:
1. Establish a process for authorizing non-domestic wastewater discharges that
ensures all SIUs in all tributary areas meet the applicable state waste
discharge permit (SWDP) requirements in accordance with chapter 90.48
RCW and chapter 173-216 WAC.
2. Immediately notify Ecology of any proposed discharge of wastewater from a
source, which may be a significant industrial user (SIU) [see fact sheet
definitions or refer to 40 CFR 403.3(v)(i)(ii)].
3. Require all SIUs to obtain a SWDP from Ecology prior to accepting their non-
domestic wastewater, or require proof that Ecology has determined they do
not require a permit.
4. Require the documentation as described in S6.C.3 at the earliest practicable
date as a condition of continuing to accept non-domestic wastewater
discharges from a previously undiscovered, currently discharging and
unpermitted SIU.
5. Require sources of non-domestic wastewater, which do not qualify as SIUs
but merit a degree of oversight, to apply for a SWDP and provide it a copy of
the application and any Ecology responses.
6. Keep all records documenting that its users have met the requirements of
S6.C.
S6.D. Identification and reporting of existing, new, and proposed
industrial users
1. The Permittee must take continuous, routine measures to identify all
existing, new, and proposed SIUs and potential significant industrial users
(PSIUs) discharging or proposing to discharge to the Permittee's sewer
system (see Appendix C of the fact sheet for definitions).
2. Within 30 days of becoming aware of an unpermitted existing, new, or
proposed industrial user who may be a significant industrial user (SIU), the
Permittee must notify such user by registered mail that, if classified as an
SIU, they must apply to Ecology and obtain a State Waste Discharge Permit.
The Permittee must send a copy of this notification letter to Ecology within
this same 30-day period.
3. The Permittee must also notify all Potential SIUs (PSIUs), as they are
identified, that if their classification should change to an SIU, they must apply
for a Moses Lake Municipal Wastewater Discharge Permit or for an Ecology
State Waste Discharge permit within 30 days of such change.
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S6.E. Submittal of list of industrial users
The Permittee must submit to Ecology a list summarizing all existing and
proposed SIUs and PSIUs by June 30, 2023.
S7. Application for permit renewal or modification for facility
changes
The Permittee must submit an application for renewal of this permit by March 31, 2026.
Mail the original, signed application to the Water Quality Permit Coordinator, Eastern
Regional Office, Department of Ecology, 4601 N. Monroe Street, Spokane, Washington
99205.
Send an electronic copy of the application (preferably as a PDF) by email to the Permit
Coordinator at stra461@ecy.wa.gov. Scan any attachments to the application and
submit them with the application.
The Permittee must also submit a new application or addendum at least 180 days prior
to commencement of discharges, resulting from the activities listed below, which may
result in permit violations. These activities include any facility expansions, production
increases, or other planned changes, such as process modifications, in the permitted
facility.
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General Conditions
G1. Signatory requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to Ecology must be signed as follows:
1. All permit applications must be signed by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official.
2. All reports required by this permit and other information requested by Ecology must
be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized representative of that
person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
a. The authorization is made in writing by the person described above and is
submitted to Ecology at the time of authorization, and
b. The authorization specifies either a named individual or any individual occupying
a named position.
3. Changes to authorization. If an authorization under paragraph G1.2. above is no
longer accurate because a different individual or position has responsibility for the
overall operation of the facility, a new authorization must be submitted to Ecology
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an
authorized representative.
4. Certification. Any person signing a document under this section must make the
following certification:
"I certify under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to
assure that qualified personnel properly gathered and evaluated the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system
or those persons directly responsible for gathering information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I
am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations."
G2. Right of entry
Representatives of Ecology have the right to enter at all reasonable times in or upon any
property, public or private for the purpose of inspecting and investigating conditions
relating to the pollution or the possible pollution of any waters of the state. Reasonable
times include normal business hours; hours during which production, treatment, or
discharge occurs; or times when Ecology suspects a violation requiring immediate
inspection. Representatives of Ecology must be allowed to have access to, and copy at
reasonable cost, any records required to be kept under terms and conditions of the
permit; to inspect any monitoring equipment or method required in the permit; and to
sample the discharge, waste treatment processes, or internal waste streams.
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G3. Permit actions
This permit is subject to modification, suspension, or termination, in whole or in part by
Ecology for any of the following causes:
1. Violation of any permit term or condition;
2. Obtaining a permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose all relevant facts;
3. A material change in quantity or type of waste disposal;
4. A material change in the condition of the waters of the state; or
5. Nonpayment of fees assessed pursuant to RCW 90.48.465.
Ecology may also modify this permit, including the schedule of compliance or other
conditions, if it determines good and valid cause exists, including promulgation or
revisions of regulations or new information.
G4. Reporting a cause for modification
The Permittee must submit a new application at least 180 days before it wants to
discharge more of any pollutant, a new pollutant, or more flow than allowed under this
permit. The Permittee should use the State Waste Discharge permit application, and
submit required plans at the same time. Required plans include an Engineering Report,
Plans and Specifications, and an Operations and Maintenance manual, (see Chapter
173-240 WAC). Ecology may waive these plan requirements for small changes, so
contact Ecology if they do not appear necessary. The Permittee must obtain the written
concurrence of the receiving POTW on the application before submitting it to Ecology.
The Permittee must continue to comply with the existing permit until it is modified or
reissued. Submitting a notice of dangerous waste discharge (to comply with
Pretreatment or Dangerous Waste rules) triggers this requirement as well.
G5. Plan review required
Prior to constructing or modifying any wastewater control facilities, an engineering
report and detailed plans and specifications must be submitted to Ecology for approval
in accordance with Chapter 173-240 WAC. Engineering reports, plans, and specifications
should be submitted at least 180 days prior to the planned start of construction.
Facilities must be constructed and operated in accordance with the approved plans.
G6. Compliance with other laws and statutes
Nothing in this permit excuses the Permittee from compliance with any applicable
federal, state, or local statutes, ordinances, or regulations.
G7. Transfer of this permit
This permit is automatically transferred to a new owner or operator if:
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1. A written agreement between the old and new owner or operator containing a
specific date for transfer of permit responsibility, coverage, and liability is submitted
to Ecology;
2. A copy of the permit is provided to the new owner and;
3. Ecology does not notify the Permittee of the need to modify the permit.
Unless this permit is automatically transferred according to Section 1. above, this permit
may be transferred only if it is modified to identify the new Permittee and to
incorporate such other requirements as determined necessary by Ecology.
G8. Payment of fees
The Permittee must submit payment of fees associated with this permit as assessed by
Ecology. Ecology may revoke this permit if the permit fees established under Chapter
173-224 WAC are not paid.
G9. Penalties for violating permit conditions
Any person who is found guilty of willfully violating the terms and conditions of this
permit is guilty of a crime, and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of up
to ten thousand dollars and costs of prosecution, or by imprisonment in the discretion
of the court. Each day upon which a willful violation occurs may be deemed a separate
and additional violation.
Any person who violates the terms and conditions of a waste discharge permit incurs, in
addition to any other penalty as provided by law, a civil penalty in the amount of up to
ten thousand dollars for every such violation. Each and every such violation is a
separate and distinct offense, and in case of a continuing violation, every day's
continuance is considered a separate and distinct violation.
G10. Duty to provide information
The Permittee must submit to Ecology, within a reasonable time, all information which
Ecology may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and
reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The
Permittee must also submit to Ecology upon request, copies of records required to be
kept by this permit.
G11. Duty to comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit
noncompliance constitutes a violation of chapter 90.48 RCW and is grounds for
enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification;
or denial of a permit renewal application.
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G12. Service agreement review
The Permittee must submit to Ecology any proposed service agreements and proposed
revisions or updates to existing agreements for the operation of any wastewater
treatment facility covered by this permit. The review is to ensure consistency with
chapters 90.46 and 90.48 RCW as required by RCW 70.150.040(9). In the event that
Ecology does not comment within a 30 day period, the Permittee may assume
consistency and proceed with the service agreement or the revised/updated service
agreement.
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Appendix A
List of Pollutants with Analytical Methods, Detection Limits and Quantitation Levels
The Permittee must use the specified analytical methods, detection limits (DLs) and
quantitation levels (QLs) in the following table for permit and application required monitoring
unless:
Another permit condition specifies other methods, detection levels, or quantitation
levels.
The method used produces measurable results in the sample and EPA has listed it as an
EPA-approved method in 40 CFR Part 136. If the Permittee uses an alternative method,
not specified in the permit and as allowed above, it must report the test method, DL,
and QL on the discharge monitoring report or in the required report.
If the Permittee is unable to obtain the required DL and QL in its effluent due to matrix effects,
the Permittee must submit a matrix-specific detection limit (MDL) and a quantitation limit (QL)
to Ecology with appropriate laboratory documentation.
When the permit requires the Permittee to measure the base neutral compounds in the list of
priority pollutants, it must measure all of the base neutral pollutants listed in the table below.
The list includes EPA required base neutral priority pollutants and several additional
polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The Water Quality Program added several PAHs to
the list of base neutrals below from Ecology’s Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxics (PBT) List. It
only added those PBT parameters of interest to Appendix A that did not increase the overall
cost of analysis unreasonably.
Ecology added this appendix to the permit in order to reduce the number of analytical “non-
detects” in permit-required monitoring and to measure effluent concentrations near or below
criteria values where possible at a reasonable cost.
The lists below include conventional pollutants (as defined in CWA section 502(6) and 40 CFR
Part 122.), toxic or priority pollutants as defined in CWA section 307(a)(1) and listed in 40 CFR
Part 122 Appendix D, 40 CFR Part 401.15 and 40 CFR Part 423 Appendix A), and
nonconventionals. 40 CFR Part 122 Appendix D (Table V) also identifies toxic pollutants and
hazardous substances which are required to be reported by dischargers if expected to be
present. This permit appendix A list does not include those parameters.
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Conventional Pollutants
Pollutant CAS Number
(if available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Biochemical Oxygen
Demand
SM5210-B 2 mg/L
Biochemical Oxygen
Demand, Soluble
SM5210-B 3 2 mg/L
Fecal Coliform SM 9221E,9222 N/A Specified in
method sample
aliquot
dependent
Oil and Grease
(HEM) (Hexane
Extractable
Material)
1664 A or B 1,400 5,000
pH SM4500-H+ B N/A N/A
Total Suspended
Solids
SM2540-D 5 mg/L
Nonconventional Pollutants
Pollutant CAS Number
(if available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Alkalinity, Total SM2320-B 5 mg/L as
CaCO3
Aluminum, Total 7429-90-5 200.8 2.0 10
Ammonia, Total (as
N)
SM4500-NH3-B
and C/D/E/G/H
20
Barium Total 7440-39-3 200.8 0.5 2.0
BTEX (benzene
+toluene +
ethylbenzene +
m,o,p xylenes)
EPA SW 846
8021/8260
1 2
Boron, Total 7440-42-8 200.8 2.0 10.0
Chemical Oxygen
Demand
SM5220-D 10 mg/L
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Pollutant CAS Number
(if available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Chloride SM4500-Cl
B/C/D/E and
SM4110 B
Sample and
limit dependent
Chlorine, Total
Residual
SM4500 Cl G 50.0
Cobalt, Total 7440-48-4 200.8 0.05 0.25
Color SM2120 B/C/E 10 color units
Dissolved oxygen SM4500-OC/OG 0.2 mg/L
E.coli SM 9221B,
9221F, 9223B
N/A Specified in
method -
sample aliquot
dependent
Enterococci SM 9230B,
9230C, 9230D
N/A Specified in
method -
sample aliquot
dependent
Flow Calibrated
device
Fluoride 16984-48-8 SM4500-F E 25 100
Hardness, Total SM2340B 200 as CaCO3
Iron, Total 7439-89-6 200.7 12.5 50
Magnesium, Total 7439-95-4 200.7 10 50
Manganese, Total 7439-96-5 200.8 0.1 0.5
Molybdenum, Total 7439-98-7 200.8 0.1 0.5
Nitrate + Nitrite
Nitrogen (as N)
SM4500-NO3-
E/F/H
100
Nitrogen, Total
Kjeldahl (as N)
SM4500-NorgB/C
and
SM4500NH3-
B/C/D/EF/G/H
300
NWTPH Dx 4 Ecology NWTPH
Dx
250 250
NWTPH Gx 5 Ecology NWTPH
Gx
250 250
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Pollutant CAS Number
(if available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Phosphorus, Total
(as P)
SM 4500 PB
followed by
SM4500-PE/PF
3 10
Salinity SM2520-B 3 practical
salinity units or
scale (PSU or
PSS)
Settleable Solids SM2540 -F Sample and
limit dependent
Soluble Reactive
Phosphorus (as P)
SM4500-P
E/F/G
3 10
Sulfate (as mg/L
SO4)
SM4110-B 0.2 mg/L
Sulfide (as mg/L S) SM4500-
S2F/D/E/G
0.2 mg/L
Sulfite (as mg/L
SO3)
SM4500-SO3B 2 mg/L
Temperature (max.
7-day avg.)
Analog recorder
or Use micro-
recording
devices known
as thermistors
0.2º C
Tin, Total 7440-31-5 200.8 0.3 1.5
Titanium, Total 7440-32-6 200.8 0.5 2.5
Total Coliform SM 9221B,
9222B, 9223B
N/A Specified in
method -
sample aliquot
dependent
Total Organic
Carbon
SM5310-B/C/D 1 mg/L
Total dissolved
solids
SM2540 C 20 mg/L
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Priority Pollutants
Metals, Cyanide & Total Phenols
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Antimony,
Total
114 7440-36-0 200.8 0.3 1.0
Arsenic, Total 115 7440-38-2 200.8 0.1 0.5
Beryllium,
Total
117 7440-41-7 200.8 0.1 0.5
Cadmium,
Total
118 7440-43-9 200.8 0.05 0.25
Chromium
(hex)
dissolved
119 18540-29-9 SM3500-Cr C 0.3 1.2
Chromium,
Total
119 7440-47-3 200.8 0.2 1.0
Copper, Total 120 7440-50-8 200.8 0.4 2.0
Lead, Total 122 7439-92-1 200.8 0.1 0.5
Mercury,
Total
123 7439-97-6 1631E 0.0002 0.0005
Nickel, Total 124 7440-02-0 200.8 0.1 0.5
Selenium,
Total
125 7782-49-2 200.8 1.0 1.0
Silver, Total 126 7440-22-4 200.8 0.04 0.2
Thallium,
Total
127 7440-28-0 200.8 0.09 0.36
Zinc, Total 128 7440-66-6 200.8 0.5 2.5
Cyanide,
Total
121 57-12-5 335.4 5 10
Cyanide,
Weak Acid
Dissociable
121 SM4500-CN I 5 10
Cyanide,
Free
Amenable to
Chlorination
121 SM4500-CN G 5 10
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Permit Number ST0008024
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Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
(Available
Cyanide)
Phenols,
Total
65 EPA 420.1 50
Acid Compounds
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
2-Chlorophenol 24 95-57-8 625.1 3.3 9.9
2,4-
Dichlorophenol
31 120-83-2 625.1 2.7 8.1
2,4-
Dimethylphenol
34 105-67-9 625.1 2.7 8.1
4,6-dinitro-o-cresol
(2-methyl-4,6,-
dinitrophenol)
60 534-52-1 625.1/1625B 24 72
2,4 dinitrophenol 59 51-28-5 625.1 42 126
2-Nitrophenol 57 88-75-5 625.1 3.6 10.8
4-Nitrophenol 58 100-02-7 625.1 2.4 7.2
Parachlorometa
cresol (4-chloro-3-
methylphenol)
22 59-50-7 625.1 3.0 9.0
Pentachlorophenol 64 87-86-5 625.1 3.6 10.8
Phenol 65 108-95-2 625.1 1.5 4.5
2,4,6-
Trichlorophenol
21 88-06-2 625.1 2.7 8.1
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Volatile Compounds
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommen
ded
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Acrolein 2 107-02-8 624.1 5 10
Acrylonitrile 3 107-13-1 624.1 1.0 2.0
Benzene 4 71-43-2 624.1 4.4 13.2
Bromoform 47 75-25-2 624.1 4.7 14.1
Carbon
tetrachloride
6 56-23-5 624.1/601 or
SM6230B
2.8 8.4
Chlorobenzene 7 108-90-7 624.1 6.0 18.0
Chloroethane 16 75-00-3 624/601 1.0 2.0
2-
Chloroethylvinyl
Ether
19 110-75-8 624.1 1.0 2.0
Chloroform 23 67-66-3 624.1 or
SM6210B
1.6 4.8
Dibromochlorom
ethane
(chlordibromomet
hane)
51 124-48-1 624.1 3.1 9.3
1,2-
Dichlorobenzene
25 95-50-1 624.1 1.9 7.6
1,3-
Dichlorobenzene
26 541-73-1 624.1 1.9 7.6
1,4-
Dichlorobenzene
27 106-46-7 624.1 4.4 17.6
Dichlorobromom
ethane
48 75-27-4 624.1 2.2 6.6
1,1-
Dichloroethane
13 75-34-3 624.1 4.7 14.1
1,2-
Dichloroethane
10 107-06-2 624.1 2.8 8.4
1,1-
Dichloroethylene
29 75-35-4 624.1 2.8 8.4
1,2-
Dichloropropane
32 78-87-5 624.1 6.0 18.0
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Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommen
ded
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
1,3-
dichloropropene
(mixed isomers)
(1,2-
dichloropropylen
e)6
33 542-75-6 624.1 5.0 15.0
Ethylbenzene 38 100-41-4 624.1 7.2 21.6
Methyl bromide
(Bromomethane)
46 74-83-9 624/601 5.0 10.0
Methyl chloride
(Chloromethane)
45 74-87-3 624.1 1.0 2.0
Methylene
chloride
44 75-09-2 624.1 2.8 8.4
1,1,2,2-
Tetrachloroethan
e
15 79-34-5 624.1 6.9 20.7
Tetrachloroethyle
ne
85 127-18-4 624.1 4.1 12.3
Toluene 86 108-88-3 624.1 6.0 18.0
1,2-Trans-
Dichloroethylene
(Ethylene
dichloride)
30 156-60-5 624.1 1.6 4.8
1,1,1-
Trichloroethane
11 71-55-6 624.1 3.8 11.4
1,1,2-
Trichloroethane
14 79-00-5 624.1 5.0 15.0
Trichloroethylene 87 79-01-6 624.1 1.9 5.7
Vinyl chloride 88 75-01-4 624/SM6200
B
1.0 2.0
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Base/Neutral Compounds (Compounds in Bold are Ecology PBTS)
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommend
ed
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Acenaphthene 1 83-32-9 625.1 1.9 5.7
Acenaphthylene 77 208-96-8 625.1 3.5 10.5
Anthracene 78 120-12-7 625.1 1.9 5.7
Benzidine 5 92-87-5 625.1 44 132
Benzyl butyl
phthalate
67 85-68-7 625.1 2.5 7.5
Benzo(a)anthrac
ene
72 56-55-3 625.1 7.8 23.4
Benzo(b)fluorant
hene (3,4-
benzofluoranthen
e) 7
74 205-99-2 610/625.1 4.8 14.4
Benzo(j)fluorant
hene 7
205-82-3 625 0.5 1.0
Benzo(k)fluorant
hene (11,12-
benzofluoranthen
e) 7
75 207-08-9 610/625.1 2.5 7.5
Benzo(r,s,t)pent
aphene
189-55-9 625 1.3 5.0
Benzo(a)pyrene 73 50-32-8 610/625.1 2.5 7.5
Benzo(ghi)Peryle
ne
79 191-24-2 610/625.1 4.1 12.3
Bis(2-
chloroethoxy)met
hane
43 111-91-1 625.1 5.3 15.9
Bis(2-
chloroethyl)ether
18 111-44-4 611/625.1 5.7 17.1
Bis(2-chloro-1-
methylethyl)Ether
(Bis(2-
chloroisopropyl)e
ther)10
42 108-60-1 625.1 5.7 17.1
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Permit Number ST0008024
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Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommend
ed
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Bis(2-
ethylhexyl)phthal
ate
66 117-81-7 625.1 2.5 7.5
4-Bromophenyl
phenyl ether
41 101-55-3 625.1 1.9 5.7
2-
Chloronaphthale
ne
20 91-58-7 625.1 1.9 5.7
4-Chlorophenyl
phenyl ether
40 7005-72-3 625.1 4.2 12.6
Chrysene 76 218-01-9 610/625.1 2.5 7.5
Dibenzo
(a,h)acridine
226-36-8 610M/625M 2.5 10.0
Dibenzo
(a,j)acridine
224-42-0 610M/625M 2.5 10.0
Dibenzo(a-
h)anthracene
(1,2,5,6-
dibenzanthracen
e)
82 53-70-3 625.1 2.5 7.5
Dibenzo(a,e)pyr
ene
192-65-4 610M/625M 2.5 10.0
Dibenzo(a,h)pyr
ene
189-64-0 625M 2.5 10.0
3,3-
Dichlorobenzidin
e
28 91-94-1 605/625.1 16.5 49.5
Diethyl phthalate 70 84-66-2 625.1 1.9 5.7
Dimethyl
phthalate
71 131-11-3 625.1 1.6 4.8
Di-n-butyl
phthalate
68 84-74-2 625.1 2.5 7.5
2,4-dinitrotoluene 35 121-14-2 609/625.1 5.7 17.1
2,6-dinitrotoluene 36 606-20-2 609/625.1 1.9 5.7
Di-n-octyl
phthalate
69 117-84-0 625.1 2.5 7.5
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Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommend
ed
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
1,2-
Diphenylhydrazin
e (as
Azobenzene)
37 122-66-7 1625B 5.0 20
Fluoranthene 39 206-44-0 625.1 2.2 6.6
Fluorene 80 86-73-7 625.1 1.9 5.7
Hexachlorobenze
ne
9 118-74-1 612/625.1 1.9 5.7
Hexachlorobutadi
ene
52 87-68-3 625.1 0.9 2.7
Hexachlorocyclo
pentadiene
53 77-47-4 1625B/625 2.0 4.0
Hexachloroethan
e
12 67-72-1 625.1 1.6 4.8
Indeno(1,2,3-
cd)Pyrene
83 193-39-5 610/625.1 3.7 11.1
Isophorone 54 78-59-1 625.1 2.2 6.6
3-Methyl
cholanthrene
56-49-5 625 2.0 8.0
Naphthalene 55 91-20-3 625.1 1.6 4.8
Nitrobenzene 56 98-95-3 625.1 1.9 5.7
N-
Nitrosodimethyla
mine
61 62-75-9 607/625 2.0 4.0
N-Nitrosodi-n-
propylamine
63 621-64-7 607/625 0.5 1.0
N-
Nitrosodiphenyla
mine
62 86-30-6 625 1.0 2.0
Perylene 198-55-0 625 1.9 7.6
Phenanthrene 81 85-01-8 625.1 5.4 16.2
Pyrene 84 129-00-0 625.1 1.9 5.7
1,2,4-
Trichlorobenzene
8 120-82-1 625.1 1.9 5.7
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Permit Number ST0008024
Effective 04/01/2022
Dioxin
Priority
Pollutant
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
2,3,7,8-Tetra-
Chlorodibenzo-
P-Dioxin
(2,3,7,8 TCDD)
129 1746-01-6 1613B 1.3 pg/L 5 pg/L
Pesticides/PCBS
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
Aldrin 89 309-00-2 608.3 4.0 ng/L 12 ng/L
alpha-BHC 102 319-84-6 608.3 3.0 ng/L 9.0 ng/L
beta-BHC 103 319-85-7 608.3 6.0 ng/L 18 ng/L
gamma-BHC
(Lindane)
104 58-89-9 608.3 4.0 ng/L 12 ng/L
delta-BHC 105 319-86-8 608.3 9.0 ng/L 27 ng/L
Chlordane 8 91 57-74-9 608.3 14 ng/L 42 ng/L
4,4’-DDT 92 50-29-3 608.3 12 ng/L 36 ng/L
4,4’-DDE 93 72-55-9 608.3 4.0 ng/L 12 ng/L
4,4’ DDD 94 72-54-8 608.3 11ng/L 33 ng/L
Dieldrin 90 60-57-1 608.3 2.0 ng/L 6.0 ng/L
alpha-
Endosulfan
95 959-98-8 608.3 14 ng/L 42 ng/L
beta-Endosulfan 96 33213-65-9 608.3 4.0 ng/L 12 ng/L
Endosulfan
Sulfate
97 1031-07-8 608.3 66 ng/L 198 ng/L
Endrin 98 72-20-8 608.3 6.0 ng/L 18 ng/L
Endrin Aldehyde 99 7421-93-4 608.3 23 ng/L 70 ng/L
Heptachlor 100 76-44-8 608.3 3.0 ng/L 9.0 ng/L
Heptachlor
Epoxide
101 1024-57-3 608.3 83 ng/L 249 ng/L
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Permit Number ST0008024
Effective 04/01/2022
Priority
Pollutants
PP # CAS
Number (if
available)
Recommended
Analytical
Protocol
Detection
(DL)1 µg/L
Unless
specified
Quantitation
Level
(QL) 2 µg/L
Unless
specified
PCB-1242 9 106 53469-21-9 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1254 107 11097-69-1 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1221 108 11104-28-2 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1232 109 11141-16-5 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1248 110 12672-29-6 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1260 111 11096-82-5 608.3 0.065 0.195
PCB-1016 9 112 12674-11-2 608.3 0.065 0.195
Toxaphene 113 8001-35-2 608.3 240 ng/L 720 ng/L
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Permit Number ST0008024
Effective 04/01/2022
Analytical Methods
1. Detection level (DL) – or detection limit means the minimum concentration of an
analyte (substance) that can be measured and reported with a 99% confidence that the
analyte concentration is greater than zero as determined by the procedure given in 40
CFR part 136, Appendix B.
2. Quantitation Level (QL) – also known as Minimum Level of Quantitation (ML) – The
lowest level at which the entire analytical system must give a recognizable signal and
acceptable calibration point for the analyte. It is equivalent to the concentration of the
lowest calibration standard, assuming that the lab has used all method-specified sample
weights, volumes, and cleanup procedures. The QL is calculated by multiplying the MDL
by 3.18 and rounding the result to the number nearest to (1, 2, or 5) x 10n, where n is an
integer. (64 FR 30417). Also Given As: The smallest detectable concentration of analyte
greater than the Detection Limit (DL) where the accuracy (precision & bias) achieves the
objectives of the intended purpose. (Report of the Federal Advisory Committee on
Detection and Quantitation Approaches and Uses in Clean Water Act Programs
Submitted to the US Environmental Protection Agency December 2007).
3. Soluble Biochemical Oxygen Demand – method note: First, filter the sample through a
Millipore Nylon filter (or equivalent) - pore size of 0.45-0.50 um (prep all filters by
filtering 250 ml of laboratory grade deionized water through the filter and discard).
Then, analyze sample as per method 5210-B.
4. Northwest Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons Diesel Extended Range OR NWTPH Dx –
Analytical Methods for Petroleum Hydrocarbons
https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/97602.pdf.
5. Northwest Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons Gasoline Extended Range OR NWTPH Gx –
Analytical Methods for Petroleum Hydrocarbons
https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/97602.pdf.
6. 1, 3-dichloroproylene (mixed isomers) – You may report this parameter as two separate
parameters: cis-1, 3-dichlorpropropene (10061-01-5) and trans-1, 3-dichloropropene
(10061-02-6).
7. Total Benzofluoranthenes – Because Benzo(b)fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoranthene and
Benzo(k)fluoranthene co-elute you may report these three isomers as total
benzofluoranthenes.
8. Chlordane – You may report alpha-chlordane (5103-71-9) and gamma-chlordane (5103-
74-2) in place of chlordane (57-74-9). If you report alpha and gamma-chlordane, the
DL/PQLs that apply are 14/42 ng/L.
9. PCB 1016 & PCB 1242 – You may report these two PCB compounds as one parameter
called PCB 1016/1242.
10. Bis(2-Chloro-1-Methylethyl) Ether – This compound was previously listed as Bis(2-
Chloroisopropyl) Ether (39638-32-9)
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CIP Information
APPENDIX K
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Project Identifier:P1
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
In ProgressTotal Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Design Considerations:
General Line Items
Project In Progress
This project will require approval from Ecology due
to capacity increases, pumping analysis, wet well
sizing analysis, structural evaluation of existing wet
well, and an electrical evaluation for short term
and long term impacts.
Project Title:Location:
COF Wastewater Pump Upgrades 1303 W. Lakeside Dr.
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Need for Project:
Objective:
The COF pump station acts as a regional lift station
and is a critical pumping facility. An increase in
wastewater flows are expected over the next 20‐
year planning period.
Replace aging electrical and mechanical
infrastructure, increase pumping capacity and
reduce O&M requirements.
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Project Identifier:P2
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
In Progress
Lake crossing, abandoning/replacing existing lift
stations.
General Line Items
Project In Progress
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
New Northshore Lift Station Edgewater Ln
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Need for Project:
The existing Sage Bay and Northshore lift stations
are undersized and cause surcharging.
Objective:
Construct a new lift station and convey flows
to COF.
Design Considerations:
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Project Identifier:P3
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
In Progress
General Line Items
Project In Progress
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
Westshore and Hansen Road Odor Control Westshore Dr
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Need for Project:
Odor issues have been an issue at the
discharge of the Moses Pointe force main.
Objective:
Install odor control devices to reduce odor.
Design Considerations:
Number of odor control devices to be installed,
locations of devices
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Project Identifier:P4
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
In Progress
General Line Items
Project In Progress
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
Peninsula 10" Gravity Sewer and Wetwell
Replacement Penn Ivy St, Lakeside Dr
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Need for Project:
Existing pipe does not meet railroad depth
requirements.
Objective:
Replace pipe with deeper pipe, upgrade Peninsula
to triplex system.
Design Considerations:
Method of bypass pumping, railroad permitting,
method of pipeline replacement. Costs assume
conservative open trenching. Replacement of
existing Peninsula wetwell and room for third
pump.
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Project Identifier:P5
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 50,000$ 100,000$
1 LS 180,000$ 180,000$
2 EA 60,000$ 120,000$
1 LS 60,000$ 60,000$
1 LS 25,000$ 25,000$
485,000$
10% 48,500$
15% 80,025$
5% 26,675$
8.4%44,814$
30%205,504$
891,000$
0% ‐$
0% ‐$
LS ‐$
3% ‐$
$891,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 1 month construction)
WA Prevailing Wages
Subtotal
Upgrade pumps to deliver flow and head to
the Main LS force main.
Design Considerations:
Multiple pump stations share the same force
main; the new Northlake upgrade and Wheeler
extension will feed into this shared force main.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps
Mechanical Material and Installation
Electrical
SCADA Integration and Upgrades
Wet Well Replacement
Project Title:Location:
Upgrade Division Lift Station Pumps S Division St.
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Need for Project:
Existing pumps need to be sized for the new
forcemain extension and connection.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:1.1
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 120,000$ 240,000$
1 LS 150,000$ 150,000$
1 EA 13,000$ 13,000$
1 LS 61,000$ 61,000$
1 LS 70,000$ 70,000$
1 LS 75,000$ 75,000$
1 EA 300,000$ 300,000$
909,000$
15%136,350$
10%104,535$
10%104,535$
5%62,721$
8%100,354$
30%425,248$
1,843,000$
15%276,450$
5%92,150$
LS 20,800$
3%10,631$
$2,244,000
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 20 hrs/week, 2 months construction)
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
WA Prevailing Wages
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
Project Title:Location:
Upgrade Wheeler Lift Station Pumps & Controls Wheeler Rd
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Need for Project:
To serve immediate and 20‐year flows,
replace aging pumps, add controls and connect to
SCADA.
Objective:
Subtotal
Upgrades the lift station to handle anticipated
flow, O&M improvements.
Design Considerations:
Size pumps for Wheeler force main extension and
connection to the Main force main; Multiple pump
stations share the same force main. Potential
coordination with the Industrial lift station for
phasing.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps (75‐100 hp per pump)
Control Upgrade and SCADA Connection
Electrical Improvements
Backup Generator and ATS
Electrical Service Upgrades
Mechanical Improvements
Valve Vault Improvements
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Project Identifier:1.2
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2,500 LF 164$ 409,700$
2 EA 6,321$ 12,700$
2,500 LF 29$ 71,900$
2,500 LF 9$ 23,000$
1 EA 11,492$ 11,500$
1 LS 24,000$ 24,000$
553,000$
15%82,950$
10%55,300$
5%27,650$
5%27,650$
8.4%46,452$
30%237,901$
1,031,000$
15% 154,650$
10% 103,100$
LS 43,200$
LS 20,000$
LS 5,000$
3% 5,948$
$1,363,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
WA Prevailing Wages
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 40 hrs/week, 2 months construction)
Subtotal
Bypass the downstream Main LS and tie into the
Main force main.
Design Considerations:
Design considerations include permitting issues,
right‐of‐way/easement and construction schedule.
General Line Items
8‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Connect to existing pipe
Half Lane Pavement Repair
Traffic Control ‐ With Flagging
Bypass Pumping
Cleanout (<=12")
Project Title:Location:
Wheeler Lift Station Force Main Extension 5th Ave, 6th Ave
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Need for Project:
The intent is to reduce capacity on the Main pump
station and pump in a more direct route to the
COF.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:1.3
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
13,000 LF 213$ 2,763,800$
43 EA 9,194$ 398,500$
2 EA 5,065$ 10,200$
3,173,000$
15%475,950$
10%364,895$
5%158,650$
5%182,448$
8.4%365,815$
30%1,416,227$
6,137,000$
In‐house
In‐house
LS In‐house
LS By County
LS 25,000$
LS In‐house
3%153,425$
$6,316,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location . This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in
the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding
,or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids
.or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 5 months construction)
Subtotal
Construct a gravity main to replace the
Moses Pointe lift station and service the Mae
Valley area.
Design Considerations:
Service area, dewatering of trench, depth of
pipelines, traffic control along Westshore Drive.
Coordinate work with Westshore Drive Roadway
Project
General Line Items
18‐inch Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Manholes (48")
Connect to existing manhole
Project Title:Location:
Westshore Drive Gravity Main Extension Westshore Dr
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Need for Project:
The Moses Pointe Lift Station is not sized to
convey future flows. The Mae Valley area is
expected to experience major growth within 20
years.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:1.4
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 LS 95,000$ 95,000$
$95,000
General Line Items
Master Plan
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
Larson WWTP Facility Plan 6691 Randolph Rd
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Need for Project:
The Larson Treatment Facility requires a planning
study to inform future improvements and
operations.
Objective:
To identify defects and provide recommended
improvements to treatment and operations.
Planning Considerations:
Includes reviewing reuse feasibility at the
treatment plant. Can be combined with the Sand
Dunes Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan for
some cost savings.
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Project Identifier:1.5
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 LS 95,000$ 95,000$
$95,000
General Line Items
Master Plan
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
Sand Dunes WWTP Facility Plan Road K
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Need for Project:
The Sand Dunes Treatment Facility requires a
planning study to inform future improvements and
operations
Objective:
To identify defects and provide recommended
improvments to treatment and operations
Planning Considerations:
Includes reviewing reuse feasibility at the
treatment plant. Can be combined with the Larson
Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan for some cost
savings.
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Project Identifier:2.1
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1,400 LF 177$ 247,400$
1,100 LF 577$ 634,500$
2 EA 6,321$ 12,700$
200 LF 29$ 5,800$
2 EA 11,492$ 23,000$
924,000$
15%138,600$
10%106,260$
5%53,130$
5%61,100$
8.4%107,780$
30%417,261$
1,809,000$
15%271,350$
10%180,900$
LS 43,200$
LS 4,000$
LS 15,000$
LS 8,000$
LS 10,000$
3%45,225$
$2,387,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Permitting
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 2 months construction)
Subtotal
Construct a parallel force main from the
Northshore lift station to the Main force main.
Design Considerations:
Assumed directional drilling under the lake. Other
considerations include environmental permitting,
operations of parallel force mains.
General Line Items
10‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Directional Drillng, hard rock, 24,000+ psi, 18" diam
Connect to existing pipe
Half Lane Pavement Repair
Cleanout (<=12")
Project Title:Location:
New Parallel North Shore LS Force Main Edgewater Ln, Dogwood St
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Need for Project:
City identified redundancy and condition
concerns with the existing Sage Bay force main.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.2
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1,650 LF 253$ 418,000$
418,000$
15%62,700$
10%48,070$
5%24,035$
5%27,640$
8.4%48,757$
30%188,761$
818,000$
15%122,700$
10%81,800$
LS 21,600$
LS 5,000$
LS 12,000$
LS 15,000$
3%20,450$
$1,097,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Permitting
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 1 month construction)
Subtotal
Replace existing AC force main, increase
capacity and resolve defects.
Design Considerations:
Assumed laying pipe along the bottom of the lake.
Other considerations include environmental
permitting, pipe protection within lake.
General Line Items
24‐inch Pressure Pipe, lake installation
Project Title:Location:
New COF Lift Station Lake Crossing Force Main W Lakeside Dr, W Nelson Rd
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Need for Project:
City identified capacity and condition concerns
with the existing COF force main.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.3
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
23,210 LF 305$ 7,069,600$
9 EA 22,984$ 202,100$
450 LF 1,034$ 465,500$
22,760 LF 25$ 569,000$
22,760 LF 9$ 209,300$
2 EA 6,321$ 12,700$
8,529,000$
15%1,279,350$
10%980,835$
5%490,418$
5%563,980$
8.4%994,861$
30%3,851,533$
16,690,000$
15%2,503,500$
5%834,500$
LS 109,200$
LS 5,000$
LS 25,000$
LS 40,000$
LS 15,000$
3%417,250$
$20,640,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Permitting
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 120 hrs/month, 7 months construction)
Subtotal
Construct new parallel COF force main to
the Sand Dunes WWTP, replace AC pipe.
Design Considerations:
Assumed construction of pipeline within existing
ROWs. Rock Excavation may be required, include
geotechnical investigation.
General Line Items
24‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Cleanout (>12")
Highway Boring
Half Lane Pavement Repair
Connect to existing pipe
Traffic Control ‐ With Flagging
Project Title:Location:
24" COF Force Main Potato Hill Rd, Baseline Rd E, Road K
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Need for Project:
The existing COF force main is experiencing
defects and may be undersized for 20‐year flows.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.4
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
29 EA 4,900$ 142,100$
142,100$
15%21,315$
10%16,342$
8%13,073$
5%9,641$
8.4%17,008$
15%32,922$
253,000$
3%6,325$
$260,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Subtotal
Add Davit Fall Arrest cranes at each lift station,
excluding the new Northshore and COF lift stations
Design Considerations:
Space constraints at each site
General Line Items
DAVIT Fall Arrest on Wetwell
Project Title:Location:
City‐wide Lift Station Safety Upgrades City Owned Lift Stations
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Need for Project:
The City needs fall arrest cranes on each of
the lift stations to provide safety for operators.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.5
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 EA 40,000$ 40,000$
2 EA 35,000$ 70,000$
1 EA 20,000$ 20,000$
1 EA 5,000$ 5,000$
1 LS 200,000$ 200,000$
335,000$
15% 50,250$
10% 38,525$
10% 38,525$
5% 16,750$
8.4% 40,240$
30% 155,787$
676,000$
15% 101,400$
10% 67,600$
LS 20,800$
3% 16,900$
$883,000
Project Title:Location:
Patton Lift Station Control and Pump Upgrades Patton Blvd
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Need for Project:
The Patton lift station's pumps and electrical
equipment are in poor condition and in need of
replacement.
Objective:
WA Prevailing Wages
This work will replace the existing pumps and
bring the lift station up to current City standards,
move controls above ground, allow operators to
monitor these pumping facilities remotely, and
improve operator response time and reduce risk
of catastrophic failure.
Design Considerations:
Panels will be designed to current City standards.
During design, methods of communications will
need to be determined for each site.
General Line Items
Panel Fabrication
SCADA Integration
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in
the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding
,or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids
.or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Submersible Pumps
Generator and ATS ‐ 50kW
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 20 hrs/week, 2 months construction)
Telemetry
Subtotal
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
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Project Identifier:2.6
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
4 EA 40,000$ 160,000$
4 EA 20,000$ 80,000$
4 EA 5,000$ 20,000$
4 EA 20,000$ 80,000$
340,000$
15% 51,000$
10% 39,100$
8% 31,280$
5% 17,000$
8.4% 40,184$
30% 155,569$
675,000$
15% 101,250$
10% 67,500$
LS 20,800$
3% 16,875$
$882,000
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in
the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding
,or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids
.or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 20 hrs/week, 2 months construction)
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
Taxes
Contingency
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Subtotal
This work will bring these lift stations up to
current City standards, bring controls above
ground, allow operators to monitor these
pumping facilities remotely, and improve operator
response time and reduce risk of catastrophic
failure.
Design Considerations:
Panels will be designed to current City standards.
During design, methods of communications will
need to be determined for each site.
General Line Items
Panel Fabrication
SCADA Integration
Telemetry
Wetwell Liner
Project Title:Location:
Controls Upgrade @ Carswell, Carnation, Castle,
Larson Lift Stations
Carswell, Carnation, Castle, and Larson Lift
Stations
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Need for Project:
These five locations have been identified as areas
of improvement that don't meet City's controls
standards.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.7
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 EA 200,000$ 200,000$
200,000$
15%30,000$
10%23,000$
8%18,400$
5%13,570$
8.4%23,937$
30%92,672$
402,000$
15%60,300$
5%20,100$
LS 5,400$
3%10,050$
$498,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 2 hrs/day, 1 month construction)
Subtotal
Install emergency power generators and
electrical upgrades at the Larson Lift Station.
Design Considerations:
Size electrical upgrades for new generator and ATS.
May be able to reuse the Sage Bay generator at
Larson.
General Line Items
Larson Generator & ATS ‐ 50 kW
Project Title:Location:
New Generator for Larson LS 6691 Randolph Rd
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Need for Project:
Backup power is needed at the Larson
Lift Station.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:2.8
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 30,000$ 60,000$
1 LS 18,500$ 18,500$
1 LS 2,500$ 2,500$
81,000$
15% 12,150$
10% 9,315$
10% 9,315$
5%5,589$
8.4%9,859$
30%38,168$
166,000$
15%24,900$
10%16,600$
LS 21,600$
3%4,150$
$234,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 1 month construction)
Subtotal
Replace the pumps in the Marina Lift Station,
replace mechanical and electrical components as
necessary.
Design Considerations:
Recommended inspection to determine cause of
low pumping rate prior to replacement.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps
Mechanical Materials & Labor
Electrical Materials & Labor
Project Title:Location:
Marina Lift Station Pump Replacement W Marina Dr
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Need for Project:
Pump tests reveal that the Marina Lift Station
is operating well below its reported capacity.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.1
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
6,000 LF 224$ 1,344,600$
6,200 LF 155$ 961,900$
1 LS 1,250,000$ 1,250,000$
41 EA 9,194$ 377,000$
1 EA 5,746$ 5,800$
5,500 LF 5$ 25,300$
6,700 LF 29$ 192,500$
6,700 LF 5$ 30,800$
4,000 LF 494$ 1,977,500$
4,000 LF 164$ 655,500$
6,820,900$
10%682,090$
15%1,125,449$
5%375,150$
5%450,179$
8.4%794,116$
30%3,074,365$
13,323,000$
11%1,465,530$
5%666,150$
LS 216,000$
LS 25,000$
LS 20,000$
LS 60,000$
3%333,075$
$16,109,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Permitting & Environmental
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
WA Prevailing Wages
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 10 months construction)
Subtotal
Service the Cascade Valley area with City
sewer.
Design Considerations:
Location of the lift station, pipe route and
installation methodology, environmental impacts,
land purchasing, gravity line alignments
General Line Items
21‐inch Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Medium Lift Station (<25 hp pumps)
Connect to existing manhole
Half Lane Pavement Repair
8‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Manholes (48")
Lake Boring, 6" to 8" pipe
Traffic Control ‐ Without Flagging
Miscellaneous Surface Repair
8‐inch Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Project Title:Location:
Cascade Valley Lift Station, Force Main, and
Gravity Sewer H.4 NE, Cascade Valley Peninsula
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Need for Project:
The Cascade Valley area includes existing
homes on septic, and land which is anticipated to
grow, which can be served by the City's collection
system.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.2
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 LS 50,000$ 50,000$
$50,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Project Title:Location:
Mae Valley Treatment Plant AKART Analysis TBD
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Need for Project:
The Mae Valley is expected to experience
significant growth, may be more reasonable to
create a new treatment facility.
Objective:
Determine the feasibility of a new Mae Valley
Wastewater Treatement Plant.
Planning Considerations:
Topology, anticipated growth, service areas,
geotechnical aspects, discharge limits.
General Line Items
Treatment Plant Feasibility Study
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Project Identifier:3.3
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 50,000$ 100,000$
1 LS 67,500$ 67,500$
1 LS 25,125$ 25,200$
1 LS 200,000$ 200,000$
193,000$
15% 28,950$
10% 22,195$
10% 22,195$
5%13,317$
8.4%23,491$
30%90,944$
395,000$
15%59,250$
10%39,500$
LS 7,800$
3%9,875$
$512,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 20 hrs/mo, 3 months construction)
Subtotal
Upgrade the existing Blue Heron pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as necessary.
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as the
pumps are upgraded, assumed a new electrical
service is required. Mae Valley Treatment Plant
eliminates this improvement.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps
Mechanical Materials & Labor
Electrical Materials & Labor
Generator and ATS ‐ 50 kW
Project Title:Location:
Blue Heron Lift Station Upgrade Westshore Dr
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Need for Project:
The Blue Heron Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20‐year flows.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.4
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 75,000$ 150,000$
1 LS 101,250$ 101,250$
1 LS 37,700$ 37,700$
1 LS 50,000$ 50,000$
1 LS 275,000$ 275,000$
614,000$
15% 92,100$
10% 70,610$
10% 70,610$
5%42,366$
8.4%74,734$
30%289,326$
1,254,000$
15%188,100$
10%125,400$
LS 3,900$
3%31,350$
$1,603,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 20 hrs/mo, 3 months construction)
Subtotal
Upgrade the existing Nelson pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as necessary.
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as the
pumps are upgraded, assumed a new electrical
service is required.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps
Mechanical Materials & Labor
Electrical Materials & Labor
New Electrical Service
Backup Generator & ATS
Project Title:Location:
Nelson Lift Station Upgrade W Nelson Rd
Insert graphic/image here
Need for Project:
The Nelson Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20‐year flows.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.5
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 LS 1,250,000$ 1,250,000$
2,000 LF 158$ 315,400$
1 EA 6,321$ 6,400$
1 EA 11,492$ 11,500$
1,584,000$
15% 237,600$
10%182,160$
10%182,160$
5%109,296$
8.4%192,798$
30%746,404$
3,235,000$
15%485,250$
10%323,500$
LS 43,200$
LS By Developer
LS By Developer
LS By Developer
LS By Developer
LS By Developer
3%80,875$
$4,168,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in
the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding
,or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids
.or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Easement
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Permitting
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 4 hrs/day, 4 months construction)
Subtotal
Construct a new lift station to service
anticipated residential growth.
Design Considerations:
Location of the lift station, sizing of the pumps for
area buildout, service area.
General Line Items
Medium Lift Station (<25 hp pumps)
6‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Connect to existing pipe
Cleanout (<=12")
Project Title:Location:
Southern Residential Lift Station and Force Main South of Interstate 90,
east of Potato Hill Rd
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Need for Project:
Future development is planned for this area
but cannot be serviced by existing collection
infrastructure.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.6
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
2 EA 75,000$ 150,000$
1 LS 150,000$ 150,000$
1 EA 13,000$ 13,000$
1 LS 47,000$ 47,000$
1 LS 70,000$ 70,000$
1 LS 75,000$ 75,000$
1 EA 275,000$ 275,000$
780,000$
15% 117,000$
10% 89,700$
10% 89,700$
5%53,820$
8.4%94,938$
30%367,548$
1,593,000$
15%238,950$
10%159,300$
LS 7,800$
3%39,825$
$2,039,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 10 hrs/mo, 6 months construction)
Subtotal
Upgrade the existing Carnation pumps, make
electrical and mechanical upgrades as necessary.
Design Considerations:
Mechanical and electrical upgrade needs as the
pumps are upgraded, assumed a new electrical
service is required.
General Line Items
Submersible Pumps
Mechanical Improvements
Valve Vault Improvements
Backup Generator and ATS
Electrical Improvements
Control Upgrade and SCADA Connection
Electrical Service Upgrades
Project Title:Location:
Carnation Lift Station Upgrade Wheeler Rd
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Need for Project:
The Carnation Lift Station does not have the
capacity to convey 20‐year flows.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.7
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
1 LS 1,750,000$ 1,750,000$
7,000 LF 158$ 1,103,600$
10‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Connected to Bridge 130 LF 130$ 16,900$
2 EA 6,321$ 12,700$
6,870 LF 101$ 693,900$
7,000 LF 12$ 84,000$
1 LS 3,448$ 3,500$
3,665,000$
15%549,750$
10%421,475$
5%210,738$
5%242,348$
8.4%427,502$
30%1,655,044$
7,172,000$
15%1,075,800$
10%717,200$
LS 86,400$
LS 15,000$
LS 20,000$
LS 10,000$
3%179,300$
$9,276,000Total Project Cost (rounded)
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location . This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in
the cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding
,or market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids
.or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Contingency
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 4 months construction)
Subtotal
Construct new lift station and force main to
send flows to COF force main.
Design Considerations:
Would likely start with a smaller flowrate, then
phase into a peak flow of 1,000 gpm. Other
considerations include environmental permits of
the land bridge, coordination with state highway
district, routing of pipeline, right‐of‐way. Mae
Valley WWTP eliminates this improvement.
General Line Items
Large Lift Station (>=25 hp pumps)
Connect to existing pipe
10‐inch Pressure Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Full Lane Pavement Repair
Traffic Control ‐ With Flagging
Permitting (Highway)
Project Title:Location:
New LS on Peninsula Dr, Extension to COF Force
Main Interstate 90
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Need for Project:
The trunkline upstream of the Peninsula and COF
Lift Stations are undersized for 20‐year flows. Flow
needs to be diverted away from this
trunkline.
Objective:
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Project Identifier:3.8
Estimated
Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total Cost
(2023 Dollars)
9,400 LF 213$ 1,998,500$
34 EA 9,194$ 312,600$
2 EA 5,065$ 10,200$
9,400 LF 29$ 270,100$
9,400 LS 5$ 43,300$
100 LF 264$ 26,500$
2,662,000$
15%399,300$
10%306,130$
5%153,065$
5%176,025$
8.4%310,508$
30%1,202,108$
5,210,000$
15%781,500$
10%521,000$
LS 108,000$
LS 10,000$
LS 25,000$
LS 5,000$
3%130,250$
$6,791,000
The cost estimate herein is based on our perception of current conditions at the project location. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the
cost of labor, materials, equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or
market conditions, practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or
.actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein
Total Construction Costs
Engineering ‐ Design and Bid Phase Services
Engineering ‐ Construction Contract Administration
Engineering ‐ Inspection (assumes 8 hrs/day, 5 months construction)
Geotechnical Investigation
Surveying
Environmental
Legal, Administrative, and Funding
Total Project Cost (rounded)
Contingency
18‐inch Pipe ‐ Excavation, Backfill
Manholes (48")
Connect to existing manhole
Half Lane Pavement Repair
Traffic Control ‐ Without Flagging
Subtotal
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration
Contractor Overhead and Profit
American Iron and Steel / BABA (if federally funded)
WA Prevailing Wages
Taxes
Railroad Casing ‐ 30" Pipe
General Line Items
Project Title: Location:
Wheeler Rd Gravity Main Upgrade Wheeler Rd
Insert graphic/image here
Need for Project:
The Wheeler Rd gravity trunkline is
inadequate to convey future flows. The Wheeler
area is expected to experience major growth
within 20 years.
Objective:
Upsize the existing gravity trunkline to
convey future flows.
Design Considerations:
Service area, dewatering of trench, depth of
pipelines, traffic control along Westshore Drive,
potential rock excavation.
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COF Pump Station Tech Memo
APPENDIX L
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TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM
TO: City of Moses Lake
Mark Beaulieu, PE
FROM: Keller Associates, Inc.
Curtis Butterfield, PE
Matthew Hansen, EIT
DATE: July 31th, 2023
SUBJECT: Moses Lake, WA Central Operating Facility (COF) Lift Station Improvements
1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1.1. INTRODUCTION
The City of Moses Lake (City) is in the process of updating their citywide sewer plan. During these efforts
it was determined that additional flows are anticipated at the COF. The purpose of this technical
memorandum is to evaluate different alternative improvements to aid the city in determining which
improvements to make at the COF lift station. Information includes but is not limited to pump size and
selection, backup power, and wet-well sizing and location. Following the City’s review, this technical
memorandum will be submitted to the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) for approval.
1.2. ALTERNATIVE ANALYSIS
During pre-design for the proposed COF wet well project, three alternatives were evaluated. The
alternatives were as follows:
➢ 1. Retaining the current wet well and replacing the pumps. See Figures A.1 (Appendix A).
➢ 2. 14’x14’ wet-well with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). See Figure A.2 (Appendix A).
➢ 3. 20’x20’ wet-well without VFD’s. See Figure A.3 (Appendix A).
Each of these alternatives were evaluated by the city. The main concern with keeping the existing wet well
was that the existing infrastructure was failing and required structural repairs. The pumps selected were
also too large to fit through the hatches, therefore the hatches would need to be expanded requiring
additional retrofitting. Consequently, the City determined that the overall cost to renovate the existing
building was too great and therefore Option 1 was dismissed. The City’s final decision drew elements from
both Options 2 and 3. The proposed wet well will be 20’x20’ with VFD’s on each pump. Further details of
the proposed wet well are described in the remainder of this technical memorandum.
2. SELECTED ALTERNATIVE
2.1. PROPOSED SITE OVERVIEW
2.1.1. Location and Site Plan
The COF Lift Station is located at 1303 W. Lakeside Dr., Moses Lake, WA 98837. The COF receives influent wastewater from the several upstream lift stations including the Division, Main, Northshore, and Peninsula lift stations. The COF pumps directly to the Sand Dunes Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) through an existing 20” force main that is approximately 25,000-feet long and crosses
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beneath Moses Lake. A map of the project site is shown in Figure 2.1 and a proposed layout for Alternative 3 is shown in Figure 2.2 and A.4 (Appendix A).
FIGURE 2.1 – SITE MAP (SCALE: 1/2”=35’)
FIGURE 2.2 – ALTERNATIVE 3, SITE LAYOUT
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2.1.2. Wastewater Collection Plan
The City has tasked Keller Associates with evaluating the city-wide wastewater collection system
that will result in published findings in the 2023 Wastewater Collection Plan (WWCP). It is expected that the WWCP will be submitted to Ecology in the third quarter of 2023 for review and approval. This technical memorandum will refer to some of the information being developed in the ongoing 2023 WWCP planning efforts. To be proactive, the City expedited the proposed improvements to the COF lift station because of various issues that have been identified with the current lift station. These issues include but are not limited to aging infrastructure, complex hydraulic pump control
valves, long shutdown periods to service backup pumps, challenges with obtaining spare parts, and a need for increased pumping capacity for future conditions.
2.1.3. Flood Protection
No changes are proposed to existing flood protection conditions.
2.1.4. Access for Maintenance Vehicles
The existing COF site currently has adequate parking available. A new asphalt lane will be provided for vehicle access to the proposed wet well, valve vault, and electrical equipment pad. See Figure 2.2 for proposed site plan for the proposed paved road.
2.1.5. Fire Protection
The COF site improvements will conform to local standards and the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 820 fire code.
2.1.6. Site Piping Layout
Flow diagram
The overall flow path will remain effectively unchanged as it maintains the same entrance
and exit to and from the site. The flow path (existing & new) can be described as the following:
Influent flow is pumped to the COF from upstream lift stations and is received at the
headworks of the COF. The headworks removes screenings after which, the wastewater
gravity flows to a wet-well where the raw wastewater is pumped to the WWTP.
Hydraulic Profile
The inverts at the entrance and the exit to the site will remain unchanged. The only
modifications will be to reroute gravity flow at the site to the new wet-well location, see Figure
2.2. As a result, wet well inverts and wet well depth will change. The existing and proposed
inverts are listed in Table 2.1. Proposed inverts are based on record drawings and converted
to current datums.
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TABLE 2.1 – EXISTING AND PROPOSED ELEVATIONS
Existing Elevation Proposed Elevation
Invert Exit Headworks 1 1063.8’ 1063.8’
Invert Enter Wet-well 1 1055.0’ 1061.0’
Bottom of Wet-well 1046.5’ 1050.0’
Invert Exit Wet-well 2 1057.0’ 1062.0’
Note: 1. Gravity Flow 2. Pressure Pipe
Additionally, the proposed wet well will have different operation levels. The existing levels
compared to the proposed levels are listed in Table 2.2.
TABLE 2.2 – EXISTING AND PROPOSED WET WELL LEVELS
Existing Water Level Proposed Water Level
High Level Alarm 1054.5’ 1063’
High Water Level 1054.0’ 1062.5’
Operation Depth 5.0’ 5.5’
Low Water Level 1049.0’ 1056’
Low Level Alarm 1048.5’ 1055.5’
2.1.7. Land Application
Not applicable to this project
2.1.8. Other Site Design Factors
Groundwater
The COF site is located on the west bank of Moses Lake, shown in Figure 2.1. Therefore,
groundwater and infiltration are concerns for the proposed wet well construction. To account
for these concerns a geotechnical exploration will be completed at the COF site. The design
will follow the guidance and recommendations provided in the geotechnical report to mitigate
groundwater concerns.
Demolition
Upon completion of the wet well and transfer of pumping operations to the new facilities, the
demolition of the existing attenuation basin and mechanical equipment and piping in the
existing dry well will take place. Additionally, all adjacent piping to the attenuation basin, wet
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well and central operations building will be cut and capped. The attenuation basin will be
demolished and filled before the new access road to the new wet well can be paved.
Phasing
➢ Electrical: Existing electrical in the central operation building will remain online during
construction. During construction a second service will be provided to the proposed
wet well site. During the transition of flow both lines will temporarily be online
simultaneously. Once flow is transferred to the new wet well the electrical in the Central
Operations Building (COB) will be demolished.
➢ Mechanical Construction: Existing COF wet well and pumps will continue operation
throughout construction. Once construction on the proposed wet well is completed,
flow at the COF site will be directed through the new wet well and pumps. Then
demolition of the clarifier and COB can be completed.
2.2. DESIGN FLOW RATES, HYDRAULICS, AND NUMBER OF PUMP UNITS
2.2.1. Design Flow Rates
The 2023 WWCP includes a study on projected flows for Moses Lake and the COF lift Station. The 2023 WWCP reports steadily increasing flow over the next 20-years. The proposed wet well design has taken these flow projections into account. The current flow capacity of the COF raw lift station is 3,800 gallons per minute (GPM). By 2042 it is projected that the COF will receive a peak influent flow of 4,830 GPM. The proposed lift station design will account for this increase in projected flow with an additional factor of safety of 15%.
2.2.2. Water Quality Standards
Current water quality standards will be maintained.
Industrial Wastes
Not applicable to this project. No industrial waste is expected at the COF site.
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
A SEPA checklist will be prepared and submitted as part of this project prior to construction.
It is anticipated that this will result in a Determination of Non-significance (DNS).
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Compliance
NEPA is not anticipated to be required.
2.2.3. Pump Selection
Pump Sizing
Selecting pumps required using the projected flow rates outlined in Section 2.1 above and
determining the system requirements based on pipe length and fittings count between the
COF and the Sand Dunes WWTP. From these values the necessary flow rate and the total
dynamic head (TDH) were determined and used to select a pump. Refer to Appendix B for
calculations and associated pump curves used to size these pumps. The two alternatives
evaluated were four (4) 160-HP pumps and three (3) 250-HP pumps.
Number of Pumps
After reviewing all proposed alternative the City has selected three (3) 250-HP pumps with 2
duty pumps and 1 standby pump operating on VFD’s and sized for buildout conditions. The
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determining factors in this decision were phasing, cost, space, and redundancy. The cutsheet
for the 250 HP pumps are found in Appendix C.
2.2.4. Wet wells
Location
The location of the new wet well was placed to the south of the attenuation basin as shown
in Figure 2.2. This location was determined to be most beneficial due to its proximity to the
influent pipe and the existing force main. This location is currently unused and allows for
easy access to existing piping connected to both the headworks and the emergency storage
basin. Furthermore, this location is also favorable from a hydraulic standpoint and allows for
gravity flow from the headworks.
Sizing
Once the location of the proposed wet well was selected, the size of the wet well was
determined. Because the pumps will be operated on a VFD, wet well size is inconsequential.
However, the City emphasized the desire for additional emergency storage capacity.
Therefore, the wet well was sized based on a draw-and-fill application and buildout conditions
with a conservative three (3) starts per hour. The result was a 20’ x 20’ wet well with an
operational depth of 6.5’. The wet well will have a total depth of 20’ below grade (1071’) and
will have a valve vault directly adjacent for access to the valves and header. A diagram of
the proposed wet well and valve vault is found in Appendix A (Figure A.4).
2.2.5. Grit, Grease, and Clogging Protection
The headworks at the COF has existing grit, grease and clogging protection. No changes will be made to these existing facilities.
2.2.6. Flow Measurement
The existing site is already equipped with flow measurement through a 14” Diameter totalizer pulse flowmeter installed in the force main. Therefore, there will be no change to flow monitoring at the facility.
2.2.7. Surge Analysis
General
A conceptual level evaluation of the force main indicates that surge would not be a concern
given the following components that will be included in the system which mitigate surge
concerns.
➢ Soft start / stop motors
➢ Open discharge
➢ No valves on the force main
➢ Combination Air/Vacuum release valves at isolated high points
➢ Low velocities, less than 6 ft/s
➢ No dead heads
➢ Gradual grade changes
2.2.8. Odor and Noise Control
Residence Proximity
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As seen in Figure 2.1, there are residences to the North, West and South of the COF. Even
though the facility is in close proximity to residences, it is not anticipated that the proposed
project will cause any changes to existing COF noise and odor control.
Odor Control
A change to the overall site odor is not anticipated. As outlined in the project description a
new wet well will be located at the center of the site. This wet well will consist of a below
grade concrete structure with gas tight access hatches and Wager odor reducing canisters
on the vents, see Appendix C for product literature.
Noise Control
A change to the overall site noise is not anticipated. As outlined in Section 2, the new wet
well will have submersed pumps in a sealed vault. Above ground, VFDs are not expected to
pose a noise risk. Construction activities will likely be the greatest source of noise. During
construction, the City noise ordinance regulations will be followed.
2.2.9. Operations and Maintenance
Staffing Requirements
It’s anticipated that the COF lift station improvements will not require any changes to staffing.
2.2.10. Testing Requirements
The improvements to the COF will not require any changes in testing requirements for wastewater. All current testing procedures are expected to be maintained, which are conducted at the Sand Dunes WWTP. There will be no testing performed at the COF.
2.3. RELIABILITY
2.3.1. Overview
The COF site has multiple levels of redundancy and reliability to ensure that it will maintain operation and provide a buffer in the case of a major emergency. These redundancies include a standby pump, emergency storage basin, bypass pumping, onsite generator and fuel tank. Each of these accommodations provides protection and mitigates risk against various emergencies that might beset the facility.
2.3.2. Equipment Redundancy
As previously mentioned, the proposed wet well will have three (3) 250 HP pumps. Two (2) pumps will be duty and one (1) will be standby. The pumps will be programmed in a lead-lag configuration and alternate position regularly to equalize wear between the units. The pumping capacity of 2 duty pumps is designed to be able to accommodate 2042 projected flow of 7 MGD. Until the flows into the COF reach the average daily flow of 7 MGD it is projected that only one pump will be needed to accommodate the experienced flows.
2.3.3. Emergency Power
Portable Engine Generators
The COF site has no portable engine generators. No portable engine generators are
expected to be required or added as a result of this project.
Permanent Engine Generators
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The COF site currently has a 750 kVA diesel generator. This generator is adequately sized
to operate two (2) VFD controlled pumps at full capacity.
Fuel Storage
The fuel storage tank is located on site and adjacent to the generator. This fuel storage tank
will be retained and is adequate to meet minimum fuel storage requirements. The fuel tank
has a capacity of 1,000-gallons which equates to 24-hours of continuous running of two (2)
250 HP pump at 100% capacity.
Secondary Power Grid
The COF is a single power grid service site. No secondary service is planned to be brought
to the site.
2.3.4. Bypass Capability
The COF site has an existing bypass connection and a portable pump trailer on-site. A “straw” will be included as part of the proposed wet well design. This straw will allow for the portable pump to pump directly from the wet well to the force main via the bypass connection. A bypass connection on the force main was installed a few years ago and can be utilized in the event that the new lift station is inoperable.
2.3.5. Overflow Storage Capability
The Washington State lift station design standards recommend emergency storage when permanent backup power is not provided and with a reasonable response time. The COF site currently has an 800,000 gallon emergency storage basin as is seen in the southwest corner of Figure 2.1. This basin is currently utilized for emergency overflow purposes and will be retained and used in the new design. The wet well will have an overflow pipe on the south side at the high-water level. This pipe will route overflow west to the emergency storage basin. Based on buildout flows, the emergency storage basin has the capacity to hold 4.25 hours of average flow (3,120 GPM) at build out conditions.
2.3.6. Alarms and Telemetry
Below is a list of proposed alarms for the wet well operation. These controls will tie into the
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). This is a preliminary list and more controls maybe be added by request from the controls design engineer or the city of Moses Lake.
➢ High water.
➢ Low water.
➢ Power failure.
➢ Pump failure.
➢ Engine generator failure.
➢ Overcurrent Alarm
➢ Pump seal Leak
➢ Fire alarm.
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3. SPECIAL DESIGN DETAILS
3.1. SUBMERSIBLE PUMP STATIONS
3.1.1. Electrical Design
Instrumentation
Each pump will have a dedicated VFD. All the sensors and controls will be new including
level sensing, seal-leak, motor temperature, etc.
Alarms
Refer to section 2.3.6 for the list of proposed alarms.
Lighting
Site lighting will be determined during final design of the lift station.
3.1.2. Water Supply
No changes to the potable water supply are anticipated at this moment. Determination of water use
will be made during final design. If water is brought to the wet well site, it will be done in an approved manner to prevent cross-connection or cross-contamination.
3.1.3. Corrosion Control
To reduce or prevent corrosion, the wet well will be lined with no corrosive concrete lining.
Additionally, all metal design features will be made of Stainless Steel including all piping, hardware, guide bars, supports, hatches, etc.
3.1.4. Temperature and Ventilation
The wet well will vent to atmosphere with WAGER odor control canister affixed to the end of the vent as mentioned above, refer to Appendix C. Wet well temperature is not anticipated to be a concern since the wet well in enclosed and below grade.
3.1.5. Accessibility
Equipment Removal and Replacement
The City has a vac truck as well as a utility truck with a crane to pull the pumps out for
cleaning and servicing. Pumps in the wet-well are accessed through a hatch and retrieved
on a rail system. Under normal operating conditions, a pump can be removed and serviced,
after it is de-energized, without impacting the operations of the other pumps in the wet well.
Valves and Piping
Piping in the wet well is expected to be 8” ductile iron pipe with mechanical and flanged joints.
The pipes from the pumps will exit the wet-well and enter a valve vault before combining
flows in a 24” header. The header is 24” in order to accommodate the City’s future plans. For
more information refer to Section 3.1.6. The valve vault will provide access to the check
valves, plug valves and header. For information on the bypass valve refer to Section 2.3.4
3.1.6. Future Needs
The City intends to install a 24” parallel force main at an unspecified future date. The COF Lift Station improvement plans include installing a 20” x 24” tee to accommodate this future force main
improvement. For more information on this project please contact the City.
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3.1.7. Cost and Expenses
The following planning level opinion of probable cost is shown below. Cost estimates will be updated
in the final design phase.
TABLE 3.1 – PLANNING LEVEL OPINION OF PROBABLE COST
Item Subtotal
Site Work $256,000
Structural $236,000
Mechanical $941,000
Electrical and Controls $616,000
Subtotal $2,049,000
Mobilization, Insurance, Bonding, and Administration 15% $308,000
Subtotal $2,357,000
Contractor OH&P 10% $236,000
Subtotal $2,593,000
WA Prevailing Wage 5% $130,000
Subtotal $2,723,000
Contingency 30% $817,000
Total Construction Cost $3,540,000
3.1.8. Force Mains
The existing force mains on the influent and effluent sides of the COF will be retained and
unmodified by this project. Any future force main changes will be coordinated by others.
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Appendix A
FIGURE A.1 – OPTION 1 PUMP LAYOUT
FIGURE A.2 – OPTION 2 PUMP AND WET-WELL LAYOUT
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FIGURE A.3 – OPTION 3 PUMP AND WET-WELL LAYOUT
FIGURE A.4 – PROPOSED WET-WELL DIAGRAM
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Appendix B
FIGURE B.1- SINGLE PUMP, PUMP CURVE
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FIGURE B.2 – DOUBLE PUMP, PUMP CURVE
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FIGURE B.3 – PUMP CALCULATION INPUTS
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Appendix C
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ODOR CONTROL SYSTEMS
SPECIFICATIONS
18
CANISTERMEDIA CAPACITYEst. 900 LBS. (46kg)
EST CFM.
900-13502050-900 8
INTAKE VALVES 4MIST PADS
www.wagerusa.com336.9696909LWager@wagerusa.comMpowers@wagerusa.com
The 2050-900 Odor Control System is designed to allow for ventilation and odor control located at lift stations, wet wells,vaults
containing ARV’s and forced mains flowing into gravity fed lines. The valve is constructed from aluminum, and is epoxy coated for
protection from the harsh outside environment.
Each valve contains (18) 50lb (23kg) canisters of media to allow for odor scrubbing where concentrations of H2S gas and
accompanying CFM are both very high. A mist eliminator is incorporated into the unit in order to prevent moisture from entering into
the media bed.
The 2050-900 includes eight (8) vacuum relief
valves, each capable of 300 cfm of airflow.
These VRV’s assure that over-pressurizing will
not occur during pumping sequences on vacuum
sewer systems that require additional airflow to
operate. Airflow will still pass through the media
bed. These vacuum relief valves simply provide
additional air, but do not bypass the media bed.
Four mist eliminator pads are incorporated into
the unit to prevent damage to the media bed
from moisture.
The 2050-900 is a passive unit and requires no
electricity or fans.It is designed to fit beautifully
into residential as well as commercial locations.
Each vent has louvered covers to allow for
maximum air flow of deodorized air. Every vent
is equipped with lockable latches to prevent
tampering. It is available with a 8” or 10” outlet.
Optional sizes and metric flanges are available.
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ODOR CONTROL SYSTEMS
570 MONTROAL RD, RURAL HALL, NC 27045
(336) 969-6909 • 1-800-562-7024 (US) • WWW.WAGERUSA.COM
2050-900
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SPECIFICATIONS
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A.This specification defines the requirements for a Wager 2050-900 Vent Scrubber 2050FAPC-900 manufactured by Wager Company in Rural Hall, NC. ISO 9001 : 2015REGISTERED COMPANY Cert No. US4050
B. The 2050FAPC-900 consists of dry-scrubbing media contained in a fabricated 5052 aluminum or 316SS housing, with a 10” inlet.
C. The 2050FAPC-900 shall contain 900 lbs of dry-scrubbing media that is engineered for the removal of H2S gas. The media is contained in 18 corrugated plasticcontainer that is 11” x 18” in size.
D. The airflow shall be designed for passive applications. The configuration shall be arranged so that the contaminated air shall flow from the bottom flange and be forcedupward through the water separator/media bed and discharged through ventilated openings.
E. The 2050FAPC-900 contains 8 air admittance valves, Intake air directly into the lines without any restrictions from the unit’s media bed. This assures continued airflowduring pumping sequences needed with air release valves, and also with a vacuum sewer system where outside fresh air is required for system operation.
F.. All components of the 2050FAPC-900 shall include:1 A fabricated Aluminum plate body. Powder coated grass green2 900 lbs. of odor controlling media engineered in pellet form3 10“ flanged connection – Optional metric flange4 Tamper proof lockable hook and security latches5 Disposable media corrugated plastic insert
G. Vent Scrubber Material1. Fabricated Aluminum plate2. Eighteen corrugated plastic canisters measuring 11 ó” x 18“ each containing 1.5³ cf. of media.3. Latches in 316SS4. Bug screen vents5. 27³ cf. of odor controlling media designed for removal of H2S gas6. 10” Flanged Connection7. Plastic Drum vent scrubbers that contain activated alumina media or carbon will not be accepted.8. Media must be Non-Hazardous before and after it is spent.
H. Media Specification1. Moisture Content: 35% Max2. Crush Strength: 35%-70% Max3. Abrasion: 4.5% Max4. Pellet Diameter: 1/16” – .” (1.5mm-6.5mm)
I. Wager media only will be accepted due to the high level of capacity. No equals will be accepted. Carbon will not be accepted.
J. Only UL certified media will be accepted in Wager’s vent scrubber.
K. Registered ISO 9001 company only
L. The general contractor is responsible for all design cost changes, engineer review time, and testing verification.
M. Analytical Services:1. Samples of the media may be analyzed in order to predict the life of the system media at Wager’s expense.
N. Built in Water Separator / mist eliminator
1. The body of the water separator is constructed from 50-52 H32 aluminum plate and is epoxycoated for protection from harsh environments.2. The overall measurements of the unit are 26.25” x 31.25” x 35”3. 10” flanged threaded aluminum connection provided for attaching to the 2050-9004. A Kerick Valve Assembly with float allows for excess accumulated water to be expelled.5. An inlet stem provides an exit for accumulated moisture from the air release valve.6. A Nitrile gasket allows for a tight fit of the aluminum plate cover.
O. Mist Eliminators
1. Highest collection efficiency of ANY mesh-type media: 99+% @ 1 µm.2. Composite pads of various mesh styles allow for optimization of efficiency, pressure drop, and pluggage resistance.3. Able to handle the widest range of gas velocities and contaminant levels.4. High void spaces (94-97%) and the largest fiber diameters contribute to the highest resistance to fouling.5. Lower pressure drops than traditional knitted mesh.6. Custom fabrication to conform to any Wager 2050 series.7. The media is cleanable & reusable for extended service life in the harshest environments.8. Wide range of materials of construction available, including polypropylene, PVDF, ETFE and PFA, to meet\ any level of temperature and corrosion requirements.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
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2050-900-T
2050-900-B-8
AAU-200-G
OCU-2050-50
VRV-2050
233-GASKET-3
SV- LATCH
2500 ACFM
WS-DRAIN
2050-900 COVER
2050-900 BOTTOM COMPLETE
2050-200-DOOR BUNA GASKET
50 LB. CARTRIDGE ODOR CONTROL MEDIA
VRV ASSEMBLY-TRANS
GASKET, 3.0 “I.D.x 3.5” O.D.
UNDER CENTER DRAW LATCH
MIST ELIMINATOR PAD
WATER SEPARATOR VALVE
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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• Pour a concrete pad with bolts in place for slated feet on the unit.
• If preferred, a level crush stone pad may be used in lieu of concrete.
• Set the 900 on pad or stone, and bolt it down.
• Remove media from the unit.
• If the 900 is being used in conjunction with an ARV, get a complete blowout
of the ARV so that there is no big slug of air through the media bed.
• Unwrap the media canisters and place in the unit.
• Reinstall the 900 cover, and lock down.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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2. Reinstall media canisters ensuring they are
ush with the valve’s inner chamber. *Model 450
shown.
3. Place unit in desire location. Bolt flange to
vent stack.4. Secure the lid with the four lockable latches
1. Remove media canisters. Ensure all of the original
plastic wrap is removed from canisters. Media is in
pellet form and should move freely to allow air to
vent through. Check media pellets to ensure they are
NOT wet.
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TEST PROCEDURES
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1. Place Odor Logger in the bottom chamber of the unit, below the media baskets.
2. Place Odor Logger on top of media baskets, or place tube through the vent louvers.
( Example of bottom flange procedure.)( Example of Side flange procedure.)
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MAINTENANCE GUIDE
6. Reinstall water separator pads, gaskets, and
water separator pad plates back onto the unit.
Secure the lid with the four lockable latches
2050-450 pictured.
1. Unlatch and remove lid from unit. Visually
inspect the media canisters and air intake valves.
2050-450 pictured.
3. Unbolt water separator access plates.
Inspect bolts, washers, and gasket. Remove
water separator pads. 2050-450 pictured.
4. Wash water separator pad with hose.
5. With the water separator pad out,
inspect oat drain assembly. Remove any
debris and ensure drain is clean.
2. Inspect the media. Make sure it is
dry. Shake or stir media pellets inside
canisters every 3-6 months for maximum
media life.
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MEDIA INDICATOR STICKERS
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a. Ensure that packaging pouch is intact.
b. Open packaging pouch by tearing o the top part from one of side notches
c. Remove indicator sticker from the packaging pouch.
d. Peel o the protective liner to expose the bottom adhesive (Figure 1).
e. Hold the sticker from the edges, as shown in Figure 2, and place it on center clean area of the
lter’s outlet with the reading area (glossy surface) of the sticker facing up.
f. Press rmly to attach sticker to the lter’s outlet (Figure 3).
g. Replace lter when the reading area of the indicator changes color to brown or black.
Operating Instructions
AdhesiveExposure area
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
Reading area
*Caution: Do not touch bottom adhesive or the exposure area.
Replace Filter Over Exposed
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WARRANTY ACTIVATION GUIDE
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• Download the APP on your smartphone or tablet (ios or android) SLATE PAGES
( The Slate Pages LLC)
• Open the APP.
• Create your profile.
• Scan the QR Code on the Wager unit.
UNDER ACTIVATE WARRANTY:
• Tap Activation Date and enter it.
• Tap Contact information and enter it.
• Tap Installation Instructions and review.
• Capture GPS location.
• Capture installation photo (optional)..
• Tap Save (Upper Right Corner).
.
WAGER SLATES
TO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY
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40 °C
Patented self cleaning semi-open channel impeller, ideal for pumping in
waste water applications. Modular based design with high
adaptation grade.
Head
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Configuration
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Discharge diameter
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Motor number Installation type
N0745.000 43-44-4AA-W
250hp
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Material
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250 mm
Impeller diameter
Impeller
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Water, pure [100%],39.2 °F,62.42 lb/ft³,1.6891E-5 ft²/s
Curve: ISO 9906
Max. fluid temperature
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Configuration
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Technical specification
Motor - General
Frequency Rated voltage
Rated powerRated speed
Rated current
460 V
250 hp1780 rpm
284 A
3~N0745.000 43-44-4AA-W
250hp
Phases
Total moment of inertia
62.3 lb ft²
Power factor - 1/1 Load
0.88
0.84
0.76
93.9 %
94.0 %
93.3 %
ATEX approved
60 Hz
Number of poles
4
Stator variant
1
Insulation class
H
Type of Duty
Motor - Technical
Power factor - 3/4 Load
Power factor - 1/2 Load
Motor efficiency - 1/1 Load
Motor efficiency - 3/4 Load
Motor efficiency - 1/2 Load
Starting current, direct starting
Starting current, star-delta
2030 A
677 A
S1
Starts per hour max.
15
FM
Version code
000
Motor number
External cooling
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Performance curve
Duty point
186 ft2940 US g.p.m.
HeadFlow
Curves according to:
Head
Efficiency
Overall Efficiency
Power input P1
Shaft power P2
NPSHR-values
480 430mm
80.8%
Eff.
80.5%80.1%79.7%79.3%78.8%78.3%77.7%77.1%76.5%
75.2%74.5%73.8%73.1%72.4%71.7%71%
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480 380mm
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186 ft
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69.7 %
187.6 hp
18.2 ft 2944 US g.p.m.
199 hp
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480 340mm
480 380mm
186 ft
73.9 %
69.7 %
187.6 hp
18.2 ft 2944 US g.p.m.
199 hp
480 430mm
480 340mm
480 380mm
186 ft
73.9 %
69.7 %
187.6 hp
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199 hp
480 430mm (P2)
480 340mm (P2)
480 380mm (P2)
186 ft
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199 hp
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480 340mm (P1)
480 380mm (P1)
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US g.p.m.
Pumps / Flow Head Shaft power Flow Head Shaft power Hydr.eff. Spec. Energy NPSHreSystems
2 / 1 2940 186 188 5890 186 375 73.9 %840 18.2
1 / 1 4270 149 217 4270 149 217 74.5 %668 32.2
US g.p.m.
NP 3231/745 3~ 480
Duty Analysis
Curves according to: Water, pure [100%] ; 39.2°F; 62.42lb/ft³; 1.6891E-5ft²/s
Head
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75.8%
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75.8%
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Head
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Power input P1
Shaft power P2
NPSHR-values
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75.8%
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Head
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ft
Pumps / Frequency Flow Head Shaft power Flow Head Shaft power Hydr.eff. Specific energy NPSHreSystems
2 / 1 60 Hz 2940 186 188 5890 186 375 73.9 %840 18.2
2 / 1 55 Hz 2470 163 140 4930 163 281 72.4 %755 15.1
2 / 1 50 Hz 1950 142 101 3890 142 201 69.5 %695 12.5
2 / 1 45 Hz 1350 124 67.5 2700 124 135 62.8 %690 10.4
ft
Operating Characteristics
kWh/US MGUS g.p.m.ft hp US g.p.m.hp ft
Water, pure [100%] ; 39.2°F; 62.42lb/ft³; 1.6891E-5ft²/s
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Head
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75.8%
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75.8%
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ft
Pumps / Frequency Flow Head Shaft power Flow Head Shaft power Hydr.eff. Specific energy NPSHreSystems
2 / 1 40 Hz 543 111 39.2 1090 111 78.5 38.8 %1060
1 / 1 60 Hz 4270 149 217 4270 149 217 74.5 %668 32.2
1 / 1 55 Hz 3510 136 160 3510 136 160 75.8 %601 22.6
1 / 1 50 Hz 2670 124 112 2670 124 112 75 %559 14.7
ft
Operating Characteristics
kWh/US MGUS g.p.m.ft hp US g.p.m.hp ft
Water, pure [100%] ; 39.2°F; 62.42lb/ft³; 1.6891E-5ft²/s
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Head
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75.8%
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75.8%
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75.8%
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75.8%
480 380mm [Pump 1+2]480 380mm [Pump 1]
75.8%
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ft
Pumps / Frequency Flow Head Shaft power Flow Head Shaft power Hydr.eff. Specific energy NPSHreSystems
1 / 1 45 Hz 1760 115 73.5 1760 115 73.5 69.6 %572 10.5
1 / 1 40 Hz 641 109 40.3 641 109 40.3 43.7 %919 8.97
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Operating Characteristics
kWh/US MGUS g.p.m.ft hp US g.p.m.hp ft
Water, pure [100%] ; 39.2°F; 62.42lb/ft³; 1.6891E-5ft²/s
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Dimensional drawing
Weights (lbs)
Drive unit Pump Stand
735 / 745 3905 280
736 / 746 4345 280
Ø15
16 (4X)
Z Z
Outlet center lineDN200
Min water levelZ Z
Ref. line
MAX. 2 CABLES 95-120mm²ADDITIONAL 330lbsRequired for 746 FM, allcables
Scale Date
RevisionDrawing number
Suctioninlet
Pump inlet
Pump outlet
Dischargeoutlet
735,745,736,746
CP,NP 3231
Ø8"
Ø8"1:30 200702
6446100 11
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Industrial WWTP Evaluation Tech Memo
APPENDIX M
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Technical Memorandum
TO: City of Moses Lake
FROM: Keller Associates, Inc. – Stillman Norton, Eric Roundy
DATE: February 28, 2024
INDUSTRIAL WWTP EVALUATION
1.1. BACKGROUND
There are existing industries in the Wheeler Area within Moses Lake. The City expects future industrial growth
within this area. The industries may want to connect to the City’s wastewater collection and treatment system.
Rather than connecting to the City’s existing treatment plants, the City is interested in evaluating the possibility
of a new industrial wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). This technical memorandum discusses the possible
treatment alternatives for the industries in the Wheeler Area. A separate all known available and reasonable
treatment (AKART) evaluation that can be used to support an Engineering Report to meet WAC 173-240-130
would be needed prior to an industrial wastewater treatment plant moving forward.
Figure 1.1 depicts the Wheeler Area (red shaded area), along with the City Limits (blue dashed line) and the
Urban Growth Area (black line). It is the City’s preference to treat domestic wastewater and industrial wastewater
separately. This evaluation looks at alternatives to construct a wastewater treatment plant focused solely on
industrial wastewater treatment separate from domestic/sanitary wastewater.
FIGURE 1.1 – INDUSTRIAL STUDY AREA
1.2. INDUSTRIES AND PRODUCTS
The industries included in this evaluation and their current products are shown below:
➢ D&L Foundry: Metal Casting
➢ International Paper: Corrugated Packaging
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➢ Americold Logistics: Refrigerated and Frozen Food Warehouse
➢ Norco: Medical Equipment Supplier
➢ Eka Chemicals (Nouryon): Chemicals
➢ Cascade Agronomics: Fertilizer
➢ McKay Seed Inc.: Crop Seed Treatment
➢ Nutrien Ag Solutions: Seed Treatment and Fertilizer
➢ Helena Agri-Enterprises: Seed Treatment and Fertilizer
➢ REC Silicon: Solar Grade Polysilicon
The following industries were also considered as potential future industries to the area:
➢ Sila Nanotechnologies: Lithium-ion Batteries
➢ Group 14: Lithium-ion Batteries
➢ Twelve: Produce Jet Fuel from CO2 Electrolysis
There are a couple of other industries in the area. However, due to the anticipated flows and loads, it was decided
not to consider the City’s Industrial WWTP to accept wastewater from the industries below:
➢ J.R. Simplot Company (Simplot) owns and operates a year-round potato processing facility with
private wastewater treatment. The process wastewater is pretreated by screening and a clarifier to
remove solids followed by a facultative storage lagoon comprised of four cells. Final treatment is by
spray irrigation onto agriculture fields during the growing season. Wastewater is stored in the lined
storage lagoon during the non-growing season. Management of the process water is regulated under
state waste discharge permit ST-0005354. The maximum month flow limit for the processing facility
is 2.88 MGD.
➢ National Frozen Foods (NFF) operates a seasonal vegetable processing facility with private
wastewater treatment. Process water generated during facility operations is treated using rotary
screens and solids settling tanks. The effluent is irrigated onto surrounding agricultural land for
treatment. Management of the process water is regulated under state waste discharge permit ST-
8032. Treated wastewater is discharged into equalization ponds to be blended with surface water
from the canal for irrigation. The maximum daily flow limit for the processing facility is 2.49 MGD.
In addition to these two industries, REC Silicon has a few wastewater streams. REC Silicon is able to discharge
its low chloride process wastewater and plant sanitary wastewater to the City’s Dunes WWTP; however, it is
currently only discharging its sanitary wastewater. It is also discharging non-contact cooling water to a 125-acre
land application site, with seasonal storage using a 60-million-gallon lined pond. High sodium, chloride and
silicate process wastewater are being discharged to series of lined evaporation ponds. For the evaluation in this
technical memorandum, it was assumed that the cooling water and low chloride wastewater would be treated in
the new Industrial WWTP, but the privately operated evaporative ponds would continue to be used for the high
chloride, high sodium, and high silicate wastewaters.
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1.3. ANTICIPATED FLOWS AND LOADS
Information on the current and anticipated flows and contaminant concentrations for each industry is summarized
in Tables 1.1 and 1.2.
TABLE 1.1 – INDUSTRIAL AREA FLOWS AND LOADS
Time Year 2015 2013 2011 2007 2010 2008
Average Day GPD ----12,797 106,000 ----
Maximum Daily GPD --2,490,000 20,785 106,000 39,400 73,440
Maximum Month GPD 2,880,000 ----------
Influent Temperature, Low oF ------------
Influent Temperature, High oF ----95 ------
Influent Temperature, Average oF ----91 ------
mg/L 1,664 3687 380 333 2 --
ppd 39,957 76,566 23 294 245 --
mg/L 535 --1,200 550 533 300
ppd 12,860 --120 486 175 2
mg/L --987 3,000 420 734 1,300
ppd --20,497 520 371 500 500
mg/L ----381 ------
ppd ----66 ------
mg/L --20 --------
ppd --415 --------
mg/L --240 --------
ppd --4,984 --------
mg/L ------------
ppd ------------
mg/L --129 --------
ppd --2,679 --------
mg/L --41.8 --------
ppd --868 --------
mg/L ------------
ppd ------------
mg/L --32 --------
ppd --665 --------
mg/L --190 --------
ppd --3,946 --------
mg/L --24 --------
ppd --498 --------
pH SU 7.5-8.0 3.5-7.8 6.4-10.1 --8.33 6.5-9.2
BOD5, Maximum Daily
TSS, Maximum Daily
TDS, Maximum Daily
FOG, Maximum Daily
NorcoParameterUnitInternational
Paper
D&L
Foundry
Americold
Logistics
Calcium, Maximum Daily
Chloride, Maximum Daily
Fluoride, Maximum Daily
Nitrate, Maximum Daily
Sodium, Maximum Daily
National
Frozen
Foods
TKN, Maximum Daily
Total Phosphorus, Maximum
Daily
J.R. Simplot
Ammonia, Maximum Daily
Sulfate, Maximum Daily
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TABLE 1.2 – INDUSTRIAL AREA FLOWS AND LOADS
1) Includes Cascade Agronomics, McKay Seed Inc., Nutrien Ag Solutions and Helena Agri-Enterprises.
2) Non-contact cooling water is stored, and land applied. Low chloride wastewater is discharged to the Dunes WWTP.
3) Sila Nanotechnologies, Group 14, and Twelve Aviation Fuel. The estimated flow rates were provided by the City.
Time Year 2006 --2009 2010 2022-2032
Average Day GPD 105,605 --286,540 84,750 1,584,000
Maximum Daily GPD 138,082 20,000 573,660 144,090 2,736,000
Maximum Month GPD ----------
Influent Temperature, Low oF 60 ----61 61
Influent Temperature, High oF 89 ----100 100
Influent Temperature, Average oF 66 ----74 74
mg/L --120 --405 405
ppd --20 --487 9,241
mg/L 161 20 --1,422 1,422
ppd 185 3 --1,709 32,448
mg/L 2,006 1,000 887 4,074 4,074
ppd 2,310 167 4,244 2,198 92,962
mg/L ------159 159
ppd ------191 3,628
mg/L 47 ----636 636
ppd 54 ----765 14,522
mg/L ------79 79
ppd ------94 1,791
mg/L ------18 18
ppd ------21 404
mg/L ----------
ppd ----------
mg/L ----------
ppd ----------
mg/L --10 --129 129
ppd ------155 2,944
mg/L ----------
ppd ----------
mg/L ------506 506
ppd ------607 11,535
mg/L ------2,064 2,064
ppd ------2,480 47,097
pH SU 7.6-10.4 --6.0-8.9 5.5-10.8 5.5-10.8
Calcium, Maximum Daily
Chloride, Maximum Daily
Parameter Unit
Eka
Chemicals
(Nouryon)
Seeds
Treatment
and Fertilizer
Industry1
REC Silicon,
to Land
Application2
REC Silicon,
to POTW
BOD5, Maximum Daily
TSS, Maximum Daily
TDS, Maximum Daily
FOG, Maximum Daily
Future
Industries3
Sodium, Maximum Daily
Sulfate, Maximum Daily
Fluoride, Maximum Daily
TKN, Maximum Daily
Ammonia, Maximum Daily
Nitrate, Maximum Daily
Total Phosphorus, Maximum
Daily
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The composition of the wastewater flows from Sila Nanotechnologies and Group 14 were assumed to closely
mirror the REC Silicon wastewater flow to the City’s Dunes WWTP since their products are silicon-based
materials. Additionally, no wastewater flow or characterization data was available for the seeds treatment and
fertilizer industry; therefore, assumptions were made based on literature values (Wastewater Management
Review for The Fertilizer Manufacturing Sector, 1999, Alberta Environment).
The City is anticipating designing and constructing a facility to treat the combined flows and loads shown in
Tables 1.1 and 1.2, with the exception of the Simplot and NFF flows and loads. Table 1.3 provides a summary
of the current and future combined industrial area flows and loads. The peak hour flow was assumed to be 50%
higher than the maximum day flow. The analysis assumes 1 million gallons per day (MGD) for the initial peak
hour flow for the initial planning phase, and then 1 MGD peak hour increments thereafter (total of 5 phases is
estimated). For the first phase, the annual average, maximum month, maximum day, and peak hour flows are
0.37, 0.50, 0.67 and 1.0 MGD, respectively.
TABLE 1.3 – COMBINED INDUSTRIAL AREA FLOWS AND LOADS
1.4. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
The City currently discharges effluent from both of their existing wastewater treatment plants via rapid infiltration
(RI) basins. The permits are included in Appendix J. For this evaluation, it was assumed that the Industrial
WWTP effluent would be disposed in RI basins and the biosolids would be land applied. The disposal methods
would need to be analyzed further as part of the AKART evaluation. The AKART evaluation would consider
beneficial reuse as well as discharge to the City’s existing WWTPs.
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An RI basin process is entirely dependent on the soil and hydrogeological characteristics at a particular site. The
soil must have sufficient hydraulic capacity to allow the wastewater to infiltrate, and then percolate to move with
the groundwater. To determine a suitable site for RI basins, the hydraulic loading rates, nitrogen loading rates,
organic loading rates, land area requirements, hydraulic loading cycle, infiltration system design, and
groundwater mounding must all be considered. General design criteria for RI basins are listed in Table 1.4.
TABLE 1.4 – GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA FOR RI BASINS
Since the Industrial WWTP is assumed to utilize a similar discharge method to the Dunes WWTP, the Dunes
WWTP limits were utilized to approximate the regulatory limits for this evaluation as shown in Table 1.5. As
noted in Chapter 1 of the General Sewer Plan, the effluent limitations for total dissolved solids (TDS) may
become more stringent based on the groundwater quality standards (Chapter 173-200 WAC and in RCW
90.48.520). WAC 173-200 040 notes a groundwater quality standard of 500 mg/L for TDS. Additionally, there
are some anti and non-degradation requirements.
TABLE 1.5 – ANTICIPATED INDUSTRIAL WWTP EFFLUENT LIMITS
Maximum Daily GPD 4,640,000 3,052,800
BOD5, Maximum Daily mg/L -29
CBOD5, Maximum Daily mg/L 23 -
TSS, Maximum Daily mg/L 23 23
TDS, Maximum Daily mg/L 1,000 1,000
TN, Maximum Daily mg/L 10 10
Nitrate-N, Maximum Daily mg/L 6 6
Fecal Coliforms, Maximum Daily CFU/100 mL 50 50
Parameter Unit Dunes WWTP
Limits
New Industrial
WWTP
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At a high level, reuse of the WWTP effluent at the industries was considered. However, reverse osmosis or
another cost prohibitive treatment method may be needed to treat this water to acceptable reuse quality for these
industries. For this reason, wastewater reuse was not considered further.
It should be noted that constituents in the industrial wastewater can inhibit microbiology activity. It is assumed
that pretreatment would be required at the industries so that inhibitory substances, and those that would cause
the effluent not to meet discharge requirement would be removed prior to the WWTP (e.g., high TDS, toxic
chemicals, and metal concentrations, etc.). Sampling and compliance monitoring will be required for each of the
industries. An equalization basin and multiple reactors are included in the alternatives in the next section to store
and monitor the influent, protect the WWTP and keep the effluent in compliance. If the Industrial WWTP were
responsible for TDS removal to meet groundwater requirements, additional treatment would be required that
could make the Industrial WWTP cost prohibitive.
1.5. WWTP ALTERNATIVES
There are several options for industrial treatment to meet the requirements in Table 1.5. After discussions with
the City, the three (3) alternatives that were selected for further investigation in this technical memorandum were:
➢ Alternative 1: Influent Equalization, Fine Screen and Grit Removal, Integrated Fixed Film Activated
Sludge (IFAS) with Secondary Clarifiers, and Chlorination.
➢ Alternative 2: Influent Equalization, Screen and Grit Removal, Extended Aeration with Secondary
Clarifiers, and Chlorination.
➢ Alternative 3: Influent Equalization, Screen and Grit Removal, Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBR),
and Chlorination.
The City preference is for ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection. However, high TDS and color may decrease UV light
transmittance; therefore, chlorine disinfection is included until sampling can be conducted on the wastewater to
confirm the best disinfection method. Each alternative includes preliminary treatment using an influent screen
and grit removal to protect downstream equipment, such as pumps, mixers, and diffusers. Wastewater
temperature is expected to be between 61 and 100°F with an average of 74°F (Table 1.3). The influent pH is
expected to be in the range of 5.5 to 10.8. Considering the significant variation of pH and temperature in the
influent, an influent equalization lagoon will help to create a more uniform flow and load to the plant for better
treatment performance and less chance for washout or process upsets. Submerged aeration will be included to
keep the influent from going septic and keep it thoroughly mixed. Chemical pH adjustment is included in front of
an automatic screen and grit removal system to maintain the optimum pH for the secondary treatment.
1.5.1. Alternative 1: Influent Equalization, Fine Screen and Grit Removal, IFAS with
Secondary Clarifiers, and Chlorination
Following treatment in the headworks, wastewater would be sent to the IFAS system. Figure 1.2 shows a picture of a typical IFAS floating media (enlarged), as well as an IFAS floating media basin. Aeration in the floating-media IFAS system is provided by blowers, which deliver air to coarse or medium bubble stainless steel diffusers (depending on the manufacturer).
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FIGURE 1.2 – IFAS SYSTEM
Figure 1.3 shows the process flow diagram for this alternative. The IFAS system requires a finer screen in the headworks than the other alternatives to avoid materials plugging the IFAS media. The IFAS system would be installed in concrete basins. Retention screens are included to retain the media within the IFAS basins. Diffused aeration with full-floor coverage is used to keep the floating media suspended. Mixed liquor suspended solids (MLSS) from the IFAS basins flows into secondary clarifiers. The activated sludge and solids that sloughs off the media are collected and returned with the returned activated sludge (RAS) to the IFAS basins. Waste activated sludge (WAS) from the secondary clarifiers would be pumped to a dewatering system. For this alternative, screw presses were included for dewatering. Secondary effluent, after disinfection with liquid chlorine, would be discharged to RI basins. It is estimated that the new Industrial WWTP will need a total (WWTP and RI basins) of approximately seven acres for each phase. The number of phases will be determined by the amount of actual industrial growth that occurs. Any property acquisition should be sized to conservatively estimate the number of phases that will be required.
1.5.2. Alternative 2: Influent Equalization, Screen and Grit Removal, Extended Aeration
with Secondary Clarifiers, and Chlorination
This alternative is similar to the previous alternative, except the IFAS system is replaced with an extended aeration process. For this alternative, it was assumed the same secondary treatment technology would
be used that is currently in use at the City’s other WWTPs. The process flow diagram is shown in Figure 1.4.
Extended aeration would be provided in lagoon-type basins for easier construction. Clarifiers will be installed to settle and recycle the extended aeration solids. Influent equalization and effluent disinfection
would be the same as Alternative 1. The influent screen openings would not have to be as fine for this alternative as Alternative 1. The estimated total land needed for this alternative is 10 acres for each phase. The number of phases will be determined by the amount of actual industrial growth that occurs. Any property acquisition should be sized to conservatively estimate the number of phases that will be required.
1.5.3. Alternative 3: Influent Equalization, Screen and Grit Removal, SBR, and
Chlorination
In this last alternative, similar preliminary and pretreatment steps to Alternative 2 were included (influent equalization lagoon, screening, and grit removal). The downstream treatment would include an SBR in
concrete basins. SBRs do not need secondary clarifiers as the MLSS settles in the SBR basin. However, the SBR process does result in an intermittent discharge. To avoid having a larger disinfection system to treat the decant flow, an equalization basin, following the SBR treatment, is included to dampen the flow. The process flow diagram is shown in Figure 1.5. Similar to Alternative 1, the total land needed for this alternative is approximately 7 acres for each phase. The number of phases will be determined by the amount of actual industrial growth that occurs. Any property acquisition should be sized to conservatively
estimate the number of phases that will be required.
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FIGURE 1.3 – ALTERNATIVE 1: IFAS PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM
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FIGURE 1.4 – ALTERNATIVE 2: EXTENDED AERATION PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM
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FIGURE 1.5 – SBR PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM
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1.6. WWTP ALTERNATIVE EVALUATION
The advantages and disadvantages of each of the treatment alternatives are summarized in Table 1.6.
TABLE 1.6 – ALTERNATIVE COMPARISON ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
Alternative 1: IFAS Alternative 2: Extended Aeration Alternative 3: SBR
Advantages
• Smaller footprint than extended aeration.
• Stable process.
• Less prone to upset than SBR.
• Additional capacity can be added later through adding more media.
• Multiple manufacturers.
• Operator familiarity.
• Stable process.
• Less prone to upset than SBR.
• Can save power by changing the aeration times.
• Most process flexibility of the alternatives.
• Smaller footprint than extended aeration.
• No clarifier or RAS pumping required.
• Can save power by changing the aeration times.
• Most efficient oxygen transfer of the alternatives.
• Multiple manufacturers.
Disadvantages
• Influent screen needs smaller openings to protect the IFAS media from being plugged.
• Higher aeration than extended aeration and SBR is required to keep the IFAS media in suspension.
• Secondary clarifiers required.
• Foam can be an issue.
• Largest footprint.
• Less efficient oxygen transfer since the basins are not as deep as the other alternatives.
• Secondary clarifiers required.
• Foam can be an issue.
• Fewer manufacturers.
• Equalization recommended downstream to provide good disinfection.
• More complex control than other alternatives.
• Generates larger volume of sludge.
• Foam can be an issue.
A Class 5 (as defined by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE)) 20-year life-
cycle cost analysis was completed to compare the three alternatives as shown in Table 1.7. As part of this
analysis, operation, and maintenance (O&M) expenses were estimated and incorporated into the life-cycle
cost. The 20-year life-cycle cost analysis is based on a real discount rate (inflation removed) of 1.5%. The
equipment (unless a short-lived asset) is assumed to have a 20-year useful life, so no depreciation or
salvage value is included for comparing the alternatives. An average rate of $0.05 per kWh was used for
estimating power costs and an average labor cost of $75 per hour (wage and benefits) was used to estimate
operation and maintenance costs.
Due to the topography and location of the current collection system, it was assumed that the WWTP would
be located near the Carnation Lift Station of the Wheeler Area. A cost for construction of a collection system
is included in the cost estimate.
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TABLE 1.7 – ALTERNATIVE COMPARISON COSTS FOR PHASE 1 (2023)*
* The cost estimate herein is concept level information only based on our perception of current conditions at the project location and
its accuracy is subject to significant variation depending upon project definition and other factors. This estimate reflects our opinion of
probable costs at this time and is subject to change as the project design matures. This cost opinion is in 2023 dollars and does not
include escalation to time of actual construction. Keller Associates has no control over variances in the cost of labor, materials,
equipment, services provided by others, contractor's methods of determining prices, competitive bidding or market conditions,
practices or bidding strategies. Keller Associates cannot and does not warrant or guarantee that proposals, bids, or actual construction costs will not vary from the cost presented herein.
Item
Alt. 1 - Equalization,
IFAS, and
Chlorination
Alt. 2 - Equalization,
Extended Aeration with
Clarifiers, and
Chlorination
Alt. 3 - Equalization,
SBR, and
Chlorination
Collection System 4,260,000$ 4,260,000$ 4,260,000$
Equalization Lagoon and Pump Station 1,870,000$ 1,870,000$ 1,870,000$
Headworks Building and Equipment 1,910,000$ 1,890,000$ 1,890,000$
IFAS Treatment including Clarifiers and
Blowers 12,730,000$ -$ -$
Extended Aeration Treatment including
Clarifiers and Blowers -$ 4,690,000$ -$
SBR Treatment including Blowers -$ -$ 6,960,000$
Chlorine Disinfection 790,000$ 790,000$ 790,000$
Effluent Monitoring and Transmission 440,000$ 440,000$ 440,000$
RI Basins 1,820,000$ 1,820,000$ 1,820,000$
Sludge Dewatering 2,750,000$ 2,750,000$ 2,750,000$
Utility Water System 200,000$ 200,000$ 200,000$
Backup Power / Control / SCADA 2,250,000$ 2,250,000$ 2,250,000$
Subtotal 29,020,000$ 20,960,000$ 23,230,000$
General Conditions (10%)2,910,000$ 2,100,000$ 2,330,000$
Subtotal 31,930,000$ 23,060,000$ 25,560,000$
Contingency (30%)9,580,000$ 6,920,000$ 7,670,000$
Subtotal 41,510,000$ 29,980,000$ 33,230,000$
Contractor OH&P (15%)6,230,000$ 4,500,000$ 4,990,000$
Total Construction Cost 47,740,000$ 34,480,000$ 38,220,000$
General and Administrative Costs (25%)11,940,000$ 8,620,000$ 9,560,000$
Land Purchase 224,000$ 320,000$ 224,000$
Total Project Cost 59,904,000$ 43,420,000$ 48,004,000$
Electricity 166,000$ 60,000$ 52,000$
Parts 82,000$ 62,000$ 67,000$
Chemical 844,000$ 844,000$ 844,000$
Disposal 171,000$ 171,000$ 171,000$
Personnel 312,000$ 312,000$ 312,000$
Estimated Annual O&M 1,575,000$ 1,449,000$ 1,446,000$
20-Year Life Cycle Cost 90,440,000$ 71,510,000$ 76,040,000$
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The 20-year life cycle costs are similar between the alternatives; however, due to staff familiarity and the
stability of the process, the Extended Aeration system is recommended.
The project could include up to five phases. Additional phases would be required to build out the facility to
accommodate the future flows beyond what is shown in Table 1.3. The capital cost for each additional
phase is estimated to be the same as Phase 1: $43.5M (2023).
1.7. IMPLEMENTATION
Additional evaluations would be required prior to the Industrial WWTP moving forward. For example, the
disposal methods would need to be analyzed as part of the AKART evaluation. The industrial wastewater
characteristics would also need to be analyzed to confirm there are no inhibitory substances for biological
treatment and if the wastewater characteristics would allow for UV disinfection. The AKART evaluation
could be used to support an Engineering Report to meet WAC 173-240-130.
The wastewater that is permitted into the City’s collection system from the Wheeler Area flows into the
Carnation Lift Station through a 12-inch gravity trunkline and is then conveyed to the Dunes WWTP.
Construction of the new Industrial WWTP will likely reduce flows on the existing collection system.
Approximately 10 acres of land would be required for each phase. It is recommended to construct the
Industrial WWTP and RI basins somewhere in the yellow highlighted area in Figure 1.6. Keller recommends
constructing the Industrial WWTP near the Carnation Lift Station to minimize changes to the existing gravity
collection system. The soil and hydrogeological characteristics in this area need to be evaluated before
determining the location for RI basins. Due to the topography, land availability, and unknown locations of
future industry users, it may not be possible to gravity flow to the Industrial WWTP through an extension of
the existing gravity trunkline. In this case, the City would construct a new Industrial Lift Station near the
Carnation Lift Station and construct a new force main that conveys flows to the Industrial WWTP.
FIGURE 1.6 – INDUSTRIAL WWTP LOCATION
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Chapter 13.05
WASTEWATER REGULATIONS
Sections:
Purpose.
Abbreviations.
Definitions.
Discharge of Wastewater into Natural Outlets.
Use of Privies and Septic Tanks.
Private Wastewater Systems.
Prohibited Wastes.
Dangerous Wastes.
Significant Industrial Users.
Control Manholes.
Tests and Analyses.
Waste Discharge Permit.
Discharge to the POTW Without Physical Connection.
Connection to the POTW Outside of the Corporate Limits.
Requirement to Connect to the POTW.
Wastewater Industrial User Survey.
Permit Requirements.
Discharge to the POTW.
Building Sewers.
Separate Building Sewers.
Connection to Force Mains.
Sewer Main Grades.
Community Street and Utility Standards.
Ownership.
Notice to Cease Violation.
Penalties for Continued Violation.
Liability for Expense or Damage.
Note: Chapter 13.05 created by Ord. 2642 on 2/14/12 and replaced Chapter 13.04 - Prior Ordinances are: Ord.
879, 1978; Ord. 1023, 7/14/81; Ord. 1187, 1985; Ord. 1235, 11/25/896; Ord. 1255, 1987; Ord. 1279, 7/14/87; Ord.
1481, 5/28/91; Ord. 1548, Ord. 12/22/92; Ord. 1815, 10/13/98; Ord. 2139, 11/25/03; Ord. 2275, 10/24/06; Ord.
2309, 3/27/07; Ord. 2395, 5/27/08; Ord. 2508, 7/28/09
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13.05.010 Purpose:
The purpose of this chapter is to set forth uniform requirements for discharges into the City of Moses Lake’s
POTW and to enable the City to protect public health in conformity with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
(Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.020 Abbreviations:
The following abbreviations, when used in this Chapter, shall have the designated meaning:
A. BOD Biochemical Oxygen Demand.
B. FOG Fats, Oil, and Grease.
C. mg/L Milligrams per liter, generally interchangeable with parts per million in water treatment calculations.
D. POTW Publicly Owned Treatment Works.
E. TDS Total Dissolved Solids.
F. TSS Total Suspended Solids. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.030 Definitions:
Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the meaning of terms used in the chapter shall be as provided
in this section:
A. “BOD” means the quantity of oxygen utilized in the biochemical oxidation of organic matter under standard
laboratory procedures during five (5) days at 20° Celsius, usually expressed as a concentration of mg/L.
B. “Building Sewer” means the sewer service line beginning two feet from the edge of the building and ending at
the POTW’s sewer main.
C. “Dangerous Waste” is defined in WAC 173-303-040.
D. “Domestic Wastewater” means water that carries human wastes, including toilet, kitchen, bath, and laundry
wastes.
E. “FOG” means polar and non-polar fats, oil, and grease that originate from animals, vegetables, petroleum,
nonbiodegradable cutting oil, and mineral oil.
F. “Force main” means a sanitary sewer main that is pressurized by a POTW lift station, or a sanitary sewer main
that is pressurized by commercial or industrial users.
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G. “Garbage" means solid wastes from the preparation, cooking, and dispensing of food, and from the handling,
storage, and sale of produce.
H. “Industrial User” means a person that discharges industrial wastewater to the POTW.
I. “Industrial Wastewater” means water or liquid that carries waste from industrial or commercial businesses.
Apartment buildings containing three or more dwellings are considered a commercial business.
J. “Interference” means a discharge alone or in conjunction with discharges by other sources that inhibits or
disrupts the POTW, or the POTW’s treatment operation, or biosolids processes, or that causes a violation of any
requirement of the City’s state waste discharge permit.
K. “Low Pressure Main” means a sanitary sewer main that is not pressurized by a POTW lift station, and receives
wastewater from low volume pumping systems.
L. “May” means permissive as allowed by the City Manager, City Council, Municipal Services Director, or the
Department of Ecology.
M. “Medical Waste” means isolation wastes, infectious agents, blood, blood products, pathological wastes,
sharps, body parts, contaminated bedding, surgical wastes, potentially contaminated laboratory wastes, and
dialysis wastes.
N. “Municipal Services Director” is the director who is responsible to the City Manager for management of the
Public Works and Engineering Divisions, the supervision of departmental employees, and for the effective
administration, construction, and development of public works, engineering, and related public facilities. The
Municipal Services Director may designate representatives to assist in the performance of these duties.
O. “Natural Outlet” means any outlet into a watercourse, pond, ditch, lake, or other body of surface water or
groundwater.
P. “Owner” means property owner, part owner, joint owner, tenant in common, joint tenant, tenant by the
entirety, of the whole, or a part of such building or land.
Q. “Pass Through” means a discharge that exits the POTW into waters of the United States in quantities or
concentrations, alone or in conjunction with a discharge or discharges from other sources that create a violation
of any requirement of the City’s state waste discharge permit.
R. “Person” means any individual, firm, company, association, society, corporation, or group.
S. “pH” means a measurement of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution, expressed in standard units.
T. “POTW” means the City owned system of gravity mains, force mains, pump stations, and wastewater
treatment plants that convey and treat wastewater.
U. “Pretreatment Standards” means general discharge prohibitions, City’s specific limitations on discharge, State
standards, or the National Categorical Pretreatment Standards for any specific pollutant, whichever standard is
most stringent.
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V. “Pretreatment” means the reduction of the amount of pollutants, the elimination of pollutants, or the
alteration of the nature of pollutant properties in industrial wastewater prior to or in lieu of introducing such
pollutants into the POTW. This reduction, elimination, or alteration can be obtained by physical, chemical, or
biological processes; by process changes; or by other means. Diluting the concentration of the pollutants is only
allowed by an applicable pretreatment standard.
W. “Stormwater” means precipitation, groundwater, surface water, roof runoff, or subsurface drainage.
X. “Shall” means a mandatory requirement.
Y. “Significant Industrial User” means an industrial or commercial user that meets one or more of the following
criteria:
1. Subject to Categorical Pretreatment Standards under 40 CFR 403.6 and 40 CFR chapter I, subchapter N.
2. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of industrial wastewater to the POTW.
3. Discharges industrial wastewater that exceeds 5 percent of the average dry weather hydraulic or organic
capacity of the POTW treatment plant.
4. The Department of Ecology determines that the industrial user has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW’s operation or for violating pretreatment standards or requirements in accordance with
40 CFR 8(f)(6).
Z. "Slug Discharge” means any discharge at a flow rate or concentration that could cause a violation of this
chapter, and any discharge not of a routine, regular, or episodic nature.
AA. “Total Dissolved Solids” means the portion of total solid in water or wastewater that passes through a specific
filter.
BB. “Total Suspended Solids” means the portion of total solids that are floating or suspended in water, or
wastewater; and that are removable by laboratory filtering.
CC. “User” means a person that is responsible for discharging wastewater to the POTW. DD. “Wastewater” means
domestic wastewater or industrial wastewater.
EE. “Waste Discharge Permit” means a permit required for every significant industrial user granting the privilege
of discharging their industrial wastewater into the POTW. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16; Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.040 Discharge of Wastewater into Natural Outlets:
It is unlawful to discharge wastewater into any natural outlet.
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13.05.050 Use of Privies and Septic Tanks:
Except as permitted by the Grant County Health District, it is unlawful to construct any privy, privy vault, septic
tank, cesspool, or other facility intended to be used for the disposal of wastewater. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.060 Private Wastewater Systems:
A. Septic tanks and alternative onsite disposal systems are prohibited for new subdivisions, except in heavy
industrial zones where sewer treatment systems and onsite disposal systems may be allowed by City Council.
B. Wastewater systems including mains, manholes, lift stations and their appurtenances located in private
streets, binding site plans and on private property shall be privately owned.
C. The construction plans for the installation of privately owned wastewater systems that discharge to the POTW
shall be in compliance with the requirements of the Community Street and Utility Standards, and shall be
approved by the Municipal Services Director prior to construction. Furthermore, the Municipal Services Director
will observe the installation of the wastewater system. The engineer of record shall inspect and direct the
contractor to assure that the installation complies with the approved plans and specifications.
D. Before privately owned metered sewer mains and service lines connect to the POTW, a perpetual access
easement, access easement dedication on a plat, or other legal device approved by the City Attorney is required to
be accepted by the City Council to allow City staff to access the meters and electronic reading devices. (Ord. 2810,
5/10/16; Ord. 2657, 10/9/12; Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.070 Prohibited Wastes:
Except as provided in this chapter, no person shall discharge wastewater to the POTW that contains the following
characteristics:
A. A Temperature greater than 104°F.
B. A FOG concentration greater than 100 mg/L.
C. Substances that can solidify or become discernibly viscous at temperatures greater than 32°F.
D. Pollutants that could create a fire or explosive hazard in the POTW, alone or by interaction, including waste
streams with a closed-cup flashpoint of less than 140°F using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21, 40 CFR
403.5(b)(1), or are capable of creating a public nuisance per WAC 173-216-060(2)(b)(ii).
E. Solids or viscous substances that could cause an obstruction, pass through, or any other interference with the
operation of the POTW.
F. A pH less than 6.0 or greater than 11.0.
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G. Corrosive properties capable of causing damage or that are hazardous to POTW structures, equipment, or
maintenance personnel.
H. Dangerous wastes.
I. Toxic or poisonous substances in sufficient quantity to interfere with any POTW processes, or constitute a
hazard to humans, animals or the receiving waters of the POTW.
J. Noxious or malodorous gases or substances capable of creating a public nuisance.
K. A five (5) day BOD concentration greater than three hundred (300) mg/L.
L. A TSS concentration greater than three hundred and fifty (350) mg/L.
M. Unacceptable amounts of TDS that could cause an interference with the normal operation of the POTW.
Limitations for TDS will be set after the Department of Ecology and the City review the engineering reports from
the prospective discharger, and investigate alternatives to reduce TDS in the wastewater.
N. A greater color than 100 color units.
O. Stormwater.
P. High volumes of wastewater with a low BOD per volume ratio that could adversely affect the treatment
plants’ process capabilities.
Q. Swimming pool water. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16; Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.080 Dangerous Wastes:
The owner shall notify the Municipal Services Director, and the Department of Ecology, Eastern Region Dangerous
Waste Unit, upon discovery of a discharge of dangerous waste to the POTW. The notification shall include the
following:
A. The contact person with phone number.
B. The location and time.
C. The name of the dangerous waste as set forth in Chapter 173-303 WAC.
D. The dangerous waste number.
E. The type of discharge (continuous, batch, or other). (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
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13.05.090 Significant Industrial Users:
All significant industrial users shall obtain a waste discharge permit from the Department of Ecology and from the
City prior to discharging industrial wastewater to the POTW. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.100 Control Manholes:
The Municipal Services Director may require an industrial user to install a suitable control manhole on the building
sewer to facilitate observation, sampling, and measurement of the wastewater. Such manhole shall be accessible,
safely located, and constructed in accordance with plans approved by the Municipal Services Director. The
manhole shall be installed by the industrial user at the industrial user’s expense, shall be maintained by the
industrial user, and shall be safe and accessible at all times. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.110 Tests and Analyses:
All measurements, tests, and analyses of the characteristics of wastewater shall be performed in accordance with
the Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater by a Department of Ecology accredited
laboratory. The samples shall be taken at the control manhole, when installed. When a specific control manhole is
not required, the sample location shall be taken at the nearest downstream manhole in the POTW. When
requested by the Municipal Services Director, a user shall submit information on the nature and characteristic of
its wastewater to assure full compliance with this chapter. Samples taken to meet the requirements of this chapter
shall be representative of the volume and nature of the test parameters, including representative sampling of any
unusual discharge or discharge condition. All costs associated with testing and analyses shall be borne by the user.
(Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.120 Waste Discharge Permit:
Statements contained in this chapter shall not be construed as preventing any waste discharge permit between
the City Council, Department of Ecology, and an industrial user, whereby the wastewater of unusual strength or
character may be approved by the City Council and the Department of Ecology for treatment, which may be
subject to conditions. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.130 Discharge to the POTW Without Physical Connection:
Approval to discharge wastewater to the POTW without a physical connection to the POTW may be granted by the
City Council provided the discharge shall not have any deleterious or damaging effects on the health and welfare
of the City’s residents, and that the discharge will be in the City’s best interests. No wastewater shall be discharged
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in such a manner until the user receives a letter from the City stating that the City Council approved the request.
Approval letters should include the following information:
A. The payment rate.
B. The limitations on the quantity and quality of the wastewater.
C. A statement that “the approval is terminable by the City Council within thirty (30) days of written notice by the
City to the user.”
D. The location and method that the wastewater is allowed to be discharged to the POTW.
E. The periodic testing requirements of the wastewater. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.140 Connection to the POTW Outside of the Corporate Limits:
No connection shall be allowed unless authorized by the City Council. The authorization to discharge wastewater
to the POTW shall include the requirement of the property owner to execute an extraterritorial utility extension
agreement upon forms prepared by the City, unless the City Council enters into the record a finding that the
property owner is incapable of executing such an agreement, as distinguished from the property owner’s
reluctance to execute the agreement. As a condition of approval, all building sewers and mains are subject to
review and approval by the Municipal Services Director. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.150 Requirement to Connect to the POTW:
A. New Buildings. Newly constructed buildings having human occupancy, as defined in the International Building
Code, shall be connected to the POTW.
B. Existing Buildings. The owner of an existing building having human occupancy, as defined the International
Building Code, that is situated within two hundred feet (200') of the POTW, is required at the owner’s expense to
connect such building directly to the POTW within six (6) months after the date of official notice to do so. Provided
that, the connection shall not be required if the cost of making the connection, including system development
charges, exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000). The owner shall submit a detailed cost estimate to the Municipal
Services Director for review. The determination of the cost of making the connection shall be made by the
Municipal Services Director. Furthermore, if the owner is not required to make a connection because of cost, at
such time as the septic system fails, either the tank or the drain field, the connection to the City’s sewer system
shall be required and made.
1. In accordance with RCW 35A.21.390, the owner of a single-family residence can appeal the requirement
to connect to the POTW to the City Council within ten (10) days after notice of the Municipal Services
Director’s decision is mailed via certified mail to the owner. The appeal shall be in writing and shall be signed
by the owner by declaration under penalty of perjury as to the truth of the matters stated in the appeal,
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pursuant to RCW 9A.72.085. The written appeal notice shall contain or be accompanied by the following
information:
a. Specific basis on which the owner contests the Municipal Services Director’s decision.
b. All documentation or other evidence supporting the owner’s appeal, including any expert testimony.
c. The current address of the owner.
d. A brief statement of the relief sought and the reasons why the Municipal Services Director’s decision
should be reversed, modified or otherwise set aside.
2. The appeal hearing before the City Council shall be scheduled for the next available City Council meeting,
and notice of the appeal hearing date shall be mailed via certified mail to the owner at the address listed in
the notice of appeal. Failure of the owner to appear and prosecute the appeal shall constitute a waiver of the
right to appeal granted under this section. The decision of the City Council shall be final. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16;
Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.160 Wastewater Industrial User Survey:
When requested by the City, owners of all commercial and industrial facilities that discharge or plan to discharge
wastewater to the POTW shall complete a Wastewater Industrial User Survey on forms supplied by the City. The
Wastewater Supervisor shall determine if the Industrial User Survey form is complete. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.170 Permit Requirements:
A. A Street and Utility Construction Permit is required and shall be obtained before uncovering, connecting to,
opening into, altering, or disturbing any municipal improvement.
B. A waste discharge permit is required and shall be obtained from the City and the Department of Ecology
before a significant industrial user discharges wastewater into the POTW.
C. A plumbing permit is required and shall be obtained before a building sewer is installed, except for building
sewers that are installed outside of the City’s corporate limits. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.180 Discharge to the POTW:
The following items are required to be completed, when applicable, prior to discharging to the POTW:
A. Application forms are submitted as follows:
1. Utility Service Request to Engineering Division.
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2. Request for Utility Service to Finance Department.
B. Fees are paid as follows:
1. Utility service fee to Finance Department.
2. System development charges listed in MLMC 3.62 to Engineering Division.
3. Private reimbursement fees to Engineering Division.
4. Reimbursement fees listed in MLMC 13.08 to Engineering Division.
5. Waste Discharge Permit fees listed in MLMC 3.54 to Operations Division.
C. The wastewater improvements that are being dedicated to the City have been completed and accepted by the
City. The private wastewater improvements that are not being dedicated to the City have been satisfactorily
pressure tested and videoed.
D. An extraterritorial agreement is recorded at the Grant County Auditor’s Office.
E. The waste discharge permits are executed by the City and the Department of Ecology.
F. A Wastewater Industrial User Survey has been submitted to the Wastewater Division Supervisor that is
deemed to be complete. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16; Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.190 Building Sewers:
All costs and expenses incident to the installation and connection to the POTW shall be borne by the owner. The
property owner shall indemnify the City from loss or damage that is directly or indirectly occasioned by the
connection of the building sewer to the POTW.
New buildings may only connect to existing building sewers when the building sewer meets all requirements of
this chapter and the Washington State adopted International Building Code. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.200 Separate Building Sewers:
A separate and independent building sewer shall be provided for every building and subdivided lot, each with
separate connection to the POTW, with the following exceptions:
A. When separate buildings are an integral part of a single business or industry and are located on the same lot.
B. When separate buildings are under the same ownership and located on the same lot.
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C. When buildings are located within a binding site plan and the buildings are connected to a private sewer
main.
D. When buildings are located within a planned development district zone and the buildings are connected to a
private sewer main. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.210 Connection to Force Mains:
A. The Municipal Service Director may allow owners to connect to a POTW force main. A valve shall be installed
on the owner’s service line at the tee on the City-owned main. Furthermore, all wastewater that contains solids
must pass though a septic tank prior to being pumped into the POTW’s force main.
B. The City shall not be responsible for any backflow from the POTW into the owners service line nor shall the
City be responsible for any damages, claims, or losses resulting therefrom. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16; Ord. 2642, 2/14/
12)
13.05.220 Sewer Main Grades:
All new sewer mains shall be installed at the minimum grade per the current edition of the Department of
Ecology’s publication Criteria for Sewage Design (Orange Book). The Municipal Services Director may approve a
steeper grade if the gravity sewer service to future developments will not be impacted. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.230 Community Street and Utility Standards:
Construction for the installation and repairs of municipal and privately owned wastewater systems that discharge
to the POTW shall meet the requirements of the Community Street and Utility Standards. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.240 Ownership:
The limits of ownership for mains and building sewers that are located within the City’s right-of-way and municipal
easements are defined below.
A. City-Owned Mains. The City shall have ownership of the sewer mains and appurtenances, provided that they
have been accepted by the City Council.
B. Privately Owned Mains. Owners shall retain ownership for sewer mains and appurtenances that only serve
their property. The owner’s sewer main shall include all its pipe and appurtenances up to the point of connection
to a city-owned sewer main, including the wye, tee, or other connecting device to a city-owned sewer main, but
does not include the manhole that is installed on a city-owned sewer main; and where a valve is installed to a tee
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on a city-owned force main, the City shall own the tee and valve, and the owner shall retain ownership of all pipe
and appurtenances upstream of the city-owned valve.
C. Gravity Building Sewers. Property owners shall retain ownership for gravity building sewers, up to and
including the wye, tee, or other connecting appurtenance on a city-owned sewer main.
D. Pressurized Building Sewers. Property owners shall retain ownership for pressurized building sewers up to and
including the wye, tee, or other connecting device to a city-owned sewer main; except that, if a valve is installed to
a tee on a city-owned sewer main, the City shall own the tee and valve and the owner shall retain ownership of all
pipe and appurtenances upstream of the city-owned valve. (Ord. 2810, 5/10/16; Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.250 Notice to Cease Violation:
Any person found to be violating any provision of this chapter shall be served by the City with a Notice of Violation
and Order to Correct or Cease Activity as provided in Chapter 1.20 issued by the Municipal Services Director. The
offender shall permanently cease all violations within the period of time stated in such notice. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.260 Penalties for Continued Violation:
Failure or refusal to comply with the Notice and Order provided in this chapter shall constitute grounds for
discontinuing water and sewer service to the premises until the Municipal Services Director determines that such
requirements have been satisfactorily met. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
13.05.270 Liability for Expense or Damage:
A. Damage resulting from an accident or from unauthorized or improper use of the POTW shall become an
obligation against the person causing such damage.
B. Additionally, any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall become liable to the City for any
expense, loss, or damage occasioned to the City by reason of such violation. The City shall be compensated for
such loss within thirty (30) days of notification to the violator of the costs. If not satisfied by that time, the costs
shall be filed as a lien against the property. (Ord. 2642, 2/14/12)
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