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Wyoming Water Development Commission/Select Water Committee Joint Meeting Cheyenne, WY May 13, 2021
Meeting Agenda: Thursday, May 13, 2021 8:30 a.m.:
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Recognition of Members present to establish a quorum (WWDC/SWC Action) • WWDC Commissioner introductions • SWC Member introductions
4. Audience Introductions
5. Approval of Minutes (A) (WWDC Action) • March 18, 2021 – WWDC Workshop Minutes • March 19, 2021 – WWDC Meeting Minutes
6. Aquatic Invasive Species Update – Wyoming Game and Fish
7. Planning Closeout Memos (B) (WWDC Action) • Bluff/Upper Bluff Irrigation Districts Master Plan, Level I Study • Crook County Rural Water Supply Plan, Level I Study
8. Aladdin Water District Water Service Contract Renewal (C) (WWDC Action)
9. Mortgage Release (D) (WWDC Action) • Park Reservoir Dam Reconstruction Project
10. 2022 Level I Reconnaissance Study, Account I New Development Project Applications (WWDC Action) • Clarks Fork/Upper Shoshone Watershed Study (E) • Dayton Water Master Plan (F) • Riverton Regional Water Master Plan (G)
11. 2022 Level II Feasibility Study, Account I New Development Project Applications (WWDC Action) • LaGrange Groundwater Supply & Improvements (H) • Pavillion Groundwater Supply (I) • Pinedale Water System Improvements (J)
12. 2022 Level I Reconnaissance Study, Account II Rehabilitation Project Applications (WWDC Action) • West Afton/Nield String Master Plan (K)
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13. 2022 Level II Feasibility Study, Account II Rehabilitation Project Applications (WWDC Action) • Dowlin Diversion Rehabilitation (L)
14. Planning Project Contract Amendments (WWDC/SWC Action) • Lake DeSmet/Healy Reservoir Utilization, Level II Study, Amendment No. 2 (Time Extension) (M) • LaPrele ID Rehabilitation, Level II, Phase II Study, Amendment No. 4 (Mc) • UW Water Research Program MOU (2018), Amendment No. 1 (Time Extension) (N)
15. UW Water Research Program (O) (WWDC/SWC Action) • Consideration of 2022 RFP for the UW Water Research Program
16. Construction Project Contract Amendment (P) (WWDC/SWC Action) • Middle Piney Dam Reconstruction Project
17. Public Comment for Joint WWDC/SWC Items
18. Future Meetings Schedule and Director’s Comments (Q)
19. Intended Use Plan (IUP) – Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) (R) (SWC Action)
20. Overview of Role of Select Water Committee (S)
21. Select Water Committee Interim Study Topics • Statutory Responsibilities • WWDC Commissioner Appointment – Party-Split Requirement (T) • Orphan Water Rights • Review of Wyoming Supreme Court Cases Related to the Conveyance of Water Across Property • Produced Water
22. WWDC Commissioner Appointment – Party-Split Requirement (T)
23. Upper Colorado River Basin Update
24. Adjourn
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION COMMISSIONERS April 2021
Clinton W. Glick, Chairman Wind River Indian Reservation P.O. Box 1308 Fort Washakie, WY 82514 (C) 307-349-0103
Bill Yankee, Vice-Chairman Water Division III 123 Dallas Dome Rd. Lander, WY 82520 (H) 307-332-6305 (C) 307-330-7922
Ron Kailey Jr., Secretary Water Division I 2532 Plainview Rd. Cheyenne, WY 82009 (H) 307-634-6244 (C) 307-631-7337
Liisa Anselmi-Dalton Member-at-Large 1735 Collins St. Rock Springs, WY 82901 (C) 307-389-4496
Robert Choma Water Division IV P.O. Box 1031 Thayne, WY 83127 (H) 307-883-4198 (C) 307-413-2842
Leonard A. “Lee” Craig Water Division III 698 Road 5 Powell, WY 82435 (H) 307-754-9722 (C) 307-254-5115
Mark Kot Water Division IV 800 Rose Crown Cir. Rock Springs, WY 82901 (H) 307-362-1488 (C) 307-350-9347 (W) 307-872-3917
Sheridan Little Water Division II P.O. Box 165 Leiter, WY 82837 (C) 307-620-0923
Larry Suchor Water Division II 21 Spruce St. Pine Haven, WY 82721 (H) 307-756-9491 (C) 307-660-5394
SELECT WATER COMMITTEE REVISED 05/07/21
Senator Larry Hicks (R) Representative Evan Simpson (R) Vice Chairman Chairman Albany/Carbon/Sweetwater Counties Lincoln County PO Box 413 PO Box 678 Baggs, WY 82321 Afton, WY 83110 (H) 383-7192 (H) 885-5588 [email protected] [email protected]
Senator Brian Boner (R) Representative Chad Banks (D) Converse, Platte Counties Sweetwater County PO Box 1308 714 A Street Douglas, WY 82633 Rock Springs, WY 82901 [email protected] (C) 389-3310 [email protected] Senator Ogden Driskill (R) Crook/Campbell/Weston Counties Representative John Eklund (R) PO Box 155 Laramie, Goshen Counties Devils Tower, WY 82714 2918 U.S. Highway 85 (H) 467-5555 (C) 680-5555 Cheyenne, WY 82009 [email protected] (C) 630-6232 [email protected] Senator Tim French (R) Park County Representative Dan Laursen (R) 109 Rattler Road Park County Powell, WY 82435 478 Road 8 (C) 202-1785 Powell, WY 82435 [email protected] (C) 271-0241 [email protected] Senator Mike Gierau (D) Teton County Representative Chip Neiman (R) PO Box 2975 Crook, Weston Counties Jackson, WY 83001 PO Box 116 (C) 413-0109 Hulett, WY 82720 [email protected] (C) 290-0366 [email protected] Senator Cheri Steinmetz (R) Goshen, Niobrara, Weston Counties Representative Jerry Paxton (R) PO Box 101 Albany, Carbon, Sweetwater Counties Lingle, WY 82223 PO Box 692 (C) 534-5342 Encampment, WY 82325 [email protected] (H) 327-5373 [email protected]
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Wyoming Water Development Commission Workshop Cheyenne, Wyoming March 18, 2021
1. Vice Chairman Clinton W. Glick called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call – Secretary Ron Kailey led roll call of the Commission.
Commission Attendance: Robert Choma Leonard A. “Lee” Craig Liisa Anselmi-Dalton Clinton W. Glick Ron Kailey, Jr. Mark Kot Sheridan Little Larry Suchor – excused Bill Yankee
Advisor Attendance: Darren Cook, Attorney General’s Office
3. Introductions
4. Legislative Update Director Gebhart provided a brief update on the General Government Appropriations Bill, Planning and Construction Omnibus Water Bills, and other legislation pertinent to the Water Development Office [Office].
State Engineer Greg Lanning discussed the impact of budget reductions on the State Engineer’s Office, as well as other legislation pertinent to the State Engineer’s Office.
5. Project Updates Aladdin Well Director Gebhart provided an update on the Aladdin Well. He announced that the Office is helping the Aladdin Water District to address deficiencies identified by EPA in 2018. The Aladdin Water District has expressed an interest in purchasing the well once all deficiencies have been resolved. A time extension of the existing Water Service Agreement may be necessary.
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LaPrele ID Rehabilitation, Level II, Phase II Study Director Gebhart briefly explained two, alternative amendments provided to the Commission. He recommended that the Commission approve the amendment for $194,400 which included a project management plan. He also updated the Commission on the Office’s continuing effort to secure outside funding sources.
Leavitt Reservoir Expansion Project Director Gebhart provided an update on the Leavitt Reservoir Expansion Project. The Project is nearing the 90 percent design submittal from the consultant. Construction management costs will likely be higher than the $3.3 million estimate, and could cost as much as 20 percent of the total construction appropriation.
Director Gebhart also provided a brief overview of the two amendments presented to the Commission. Both will designate unobligated funds from the planning appropriation to specific tasks.
Little Snake Supplemental Storage, Level II Study Director Gebhart provided an update on the Little Snake Supplemental Storage project. He explained that a time extension was necessary to continue working with stakeholders in order to explore options related to a possible land transfer or special use permit, and to determine NEPA requirements for each alternative.
Palisades Water Agreement Director Gebhart explained proposed changes to the Palisades Water Agreement with Idaho Groundwater Association. The new Water Service Agreement provides a water lease agreement of up to 10,000 acre-feet per year if the water is available. Director Gebhart requested the Commission’s authorization to enter into this new agreement.
Small Water Operating Criteria Proposed changes to the Small Water Operating Criteria would remove the requirement for sponsors to provide a 41-day advertising notice prior to receiving final payment from the Office if the project does not meet the definition of a “public work” as defined in W.S. 16-6-101(ix), as determined by sponsor.
Staffing Update The Office has participated in voluntary reductions. The Office is currently down four staffing members, in part due to the statewide hiring freeze. The Office has been authorized to fill one of these four positions with a new project manager for the construction department.
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6. New Level I and II Project Applications Deputy Director of Planning Barry Lawrence provided an overview of the new Level I and II Planning Applications received as part of the annual process. He announced that the Office had received a total of eight applications, and that project managers had been assigned. Project managers are currently conducting site visits in order to prepare recommendations. If approved, the consultant selection process for this set of projects will begin shortly after the May Commission meeting.
7. Location of the 2021 Summer Tour/Meeting Due to COVID-19, plans to meet in Wheatland and tour LaPrele Dam and the Wheatland Irrigation District were cancelled last year. Director Gebhart and the Commissioners agreed that this is still the preferred destination for the August meeting this year.
With no additional items to discuss, the Commission adjourned for the evening.
Respectfully submitted,
Ron Kailey, Jr., Secretary
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Wyoming Water Development Commission Meeting Cheyenne, Wyoming March 19, 2021
1. Vice Chairman Clinton W. Glick called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
2. The pledge of allegiance was recited.
3. Roll Call – Secretary Ron Kailey led roll call of the Commission.
Commission Attendance: Robert Choma Leonard A. “Lee” Craig Liisa Anselmi-Dalton Clinton W. Glick Ron Kailey, Jr. Mark Kot Sheridan Little Larry Suchor Bill Yankee
Advisor Attendance: Darren Cook, Attorney General’s Office
4. Election of Officers Clinton W. Glick was elected Chairman; Bill Yankee, Vice Chairman; and Ron Kailey, Jr., Secretary.
5. Approval of Minutes • December 9, 2020 – Workshop Minutes • December 10, 2020 – WWDC Meeting Minutes • December 18, 2020 – Special Meeting Minutes
A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes; motion carried unanimously.
6. Closeout Memos • Evanston Water Master Plan, Level I Study Project Manager Kevin Boyce provided a brief summary of project findings. Commissioner Bill Yankee moved acceptance of the Evanston Water Master Plan, Level I Study project report as being complete and further, made the following finding relative to this project:
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• That the Commission recommend proceeding to the next Level of project development upon the submittal of an appropriate funding application.
Commissioner Mark Kot seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
• GVID Storage Enlargement, Level II Study Project Manager Jason Mead provided a brief summary of project findings. Commissioner Kot moved acceptance of the Greybull Valley Irrigation District Storage Enlargement project report as being complete and further, made the following finding relative to this project: • That the Commission recommend discontinuing the project, due to the lack of economic feasibility expressed by the Sponsor, until such time in the future that the Sponsor can identify additional funding options to make the project economically feasible for the water user.
Commissioner Liisa Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
• Middle Big Horn River Watershed, Level I Study Project Manager Mabel Jones provided a brief summary of project findings. Commissioner Ron Kailey moved acceptance of the Middle Big Horn River Watershed, Level I Study project report as being complete and further, made the following finding relative to this project: • That the Commission recommend proceeding to the next Level of project development upon the submittal of an appropriate funding application.
Commissioner Bill Yankee seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
7. Planning Amendments Director Gebhart reviewed each of the planning project amendments:
• Alkali Creek Reservoir Project Third-Party NEPA Contractor Services, Amendment No. 2 (Time Extension) Time extension of the current contract.
• Clear Creek Storage, Level II, Phase II Study, Amendment No. 6 (Time Extension) Time extension of the current contract.
• Douglas Test Well, Level II Study, Amendment No. 2 (Time Extension) Time extension of the current contract.
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• Leavitt Reservoir Expansion Final Design, Amendment No. 2 Movement of unobligated but appropriated funds to replenish the discretionary task.
• Leavitt Reservoir Expansion Permitting Liaison, Amendment No. 1 Movement of unobligated but appropriated funds to continue to develop the adaptive management plan and address permitting issues as they arise.
• Little Snake Supplemental Storage, Level II Study, Amendment No. 7 (Time Extension) Time extension of the current contract.
• Nowood River Storage, Level II Study, Amendment No. 7 (Time Extension) Time extension of the current contract.
• Silver Lake Dam Rehabilitation, Level II Study, Amendment No. 1 (Time Extension) Time extension of current contract.
Commissioner Kot made a motion to approve all the discussed planning project amendments. Commissioner Bob Choma seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
• LaPrele ID Rehabilitation, Level II, Phase II Study, Amendment No. 3 Two options, one with a program management plan and one without, were brought to the Commission for consideration. Director Gebhart recommended amending the contract in the amount of $194,400.
Commissioner Yankee motioned to approve the Director’s recommendation to amend the contract in the amount of $194,400. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
8. Small Water Project Program Agreement Amendment Director Gebhart reviewed the following amendment:
• South Creek Fish Passage & Channel Restoration Project (Time Extension) One-year time extension of the current contract.
Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton moved to approve the agreement amendment. Commissioner Kailey seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
9. 2021 Level I and II Planning Project Contracts • Level I Projects – New Development • Hoback River Watershed Study • Lander Water Master Plan
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• Nordic Ranches Water Master Plan • Upton Water Master Plan • Wheatland Water Master Plan
Commissioner Kot made a motion to approve all Level I, Account I – New Development planning project contracts except the UW Water Research Program MOU. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
• Level II Projects – New Development • Big Horn Regional Transmission • Byron Rural Water Supply • Gillette Water System Improvements • Little Snake River Valley Water Supply, Phase II
Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton made a motion to approve all Level II, Account I – New Development planning project contracts. Commissioner Larry Suchor seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously
• Level I Projects – Rehabilitation • Highland Irrigation District Master Plan
Commissioner Kot made a motion to approve the Level I, Account II – New Development planning project contract. Commissioner Bill Yankee seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
10. UW Water Research Program MOU Director Gebhart reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Water Development Commission and the University of Wyoming. UW Office of Water Programs Director, Greg Kerr, discussed the Water Research Program and the two projects contained in the MOU. The two approved projects include: • “Improved Forecasting of Water Content Spatial Distribution and Aquifer Potential Assessment Using Geostatistical and Hydro-Geophysical Methods” • “Improving Hydrologic Predictions in Wyoming’s Headwaters Through Detailed Quantification of Snowmelt” projects.
Commissioner Yankee made a motion to approve the UW Water Research Program MOU. Commissioner Kailey seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
11. Small Water Project Program Operating Criteria Director Gebhart reviewed the proposed changes to the operating criteria. Changes would remove the requirement for sponsors to provide a 41-day adverting notice prior to receiving final payment from the Office if the project does not meet the
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definition of a “public work” as defined in W.S. 16-6-101(ix), as determined by the sponsor.
Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton made a motion to approve the proposed changes to the Small Water Project Program Operating Criteria. Commissioner Choma seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
These changes could prompt a large number of amendments to existing Small Water Project Program agreements. In this instance, Director Gebhart requests the authorization of the Commission to approve agreement amendments for this purpose.
Commissioner Little made a motion to grant the Director of the Water Development Office the authority to enter into agreement amendments with existing sponsors related to Small Water Projects for the purpose of having existing contracts reflect that the Sponsor shall make the determination if the project meets the definitions of a “public work” as defined in Wyoming Statute 16-6-101(ix) and if publication under the statute is required. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
12. Small Water Project Program – Funding Applications Program Manager Jodie Pavlica reviewed each of the Account I and Account II 2021 Small Water Project Program Funding Applications submitted by the following Sponsors: • Converse County Conservation District • Hot Springs Conservation District • Laramie County Conservation District • Little Snake River Conservation District • Medicine Bow Conservation District • Niobara Conservation District • Sheridan County Conservation District • South Big Horn Conservation District • Sublette County Conservation District • Teton Conservation District • Uinta County Conservation District • Weston County Natural Resource District
Commissioner Kot made a motion to approve all Small Water Projects as presented. Commissioner Kailey seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
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13. 2021 Construction Project Agreements – Account I Director Gebhart reviewed the Sponsor, appropriation amount, terms, and provided a brief description of each of the following projects: • Lander Well and Transmission Pipeline 2021 • Northwest Rural Water System Improvements 2021 • Torrington Well Connection 2021 • Sheridan Area Water Supply Transmission 2020
Commissioner Craig declared a conflict of interest for the Northwest Rural Water System Improvements 2021 project and recused himself from voting on this project. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton made a motion to approve the Lander Well and Transmission Pipeline 2021, Torrington Well Connection 2021, and Sheridan Area Water Supply Transmission 2020 projects. Commissioner Yankee seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
A separate motion was made by Commissioner Little to approve the Northwest Rural Water System Improvements 2021 project. Commissioner Suchor seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Craig recused.
14. 2021 Construction Project Agreements – Account II Director Gebhart reviewed the Sponsor, appropriation amount, terms, and provided a brief description of each of the following projects: • Interstate Irrigation & Reservoir Irrigation District Improvements 2021 • Salt Creek Transmission Pipeline 2021 • Shoshone Irrigation District Improvements 2021 • Sidon Irrigation District Rehabilitation 2021
Commissioner Craig declared a conflict of interest for the Shoshone Irrigation District Improvements 2021 project and recused himself from voting on this project. Commissioner Kailey made a motion to approve the Interstate Irrigation & Reservoir Irrigation District Improvements 2021, Salt Creek Transmission Pipeline 2021, and Sidon Irrigation District Rehabilitation 2021 projects. Commissioner Yankee seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
A separate motion was made by Commissioner Kot to approve the Shoshone Irrigation District Improvements 2021 project. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Craig recused.
15. 2021 Construction Project Amendments Director Gebhart provided a brief description of each of the following amendments: • Ethete Water Supply Project Two-year time extension of the current contract.
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• Arapahoe Water Supply 2016 Three-year time extension of the current contract.
Commissioner Suchor made a motion to approve the project amendments as presented. Commissioner Kot seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously,
16. Lance Creek Water and Sewer District Well Purchase Director Gebhart proposed that the Commission agree to sell the Lance Creek Well to the Lance Creek Water and Sewer District for the construction cost of the well in the amount of $33,000. The sale previously received legislative approval.
Commissioner Suchor made a motion to approve the sale of Lance Creek Well. Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
17. Palisades Lease Agreement Approval Director Gebhart requested the Commission’s authorization to sign an agreement with the Idaho Ground Water Appropriators for the lease of water out of the Commission’s account in Palisades Reservoir.
Commissioner Anselmi-Dalton made a motion to authorize the Director to sign the agreement as presented. Commissioner Kot seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
18. Future Meetings Schedule The Commission will be meeting jointly with the Select Water Committee in Cheyenne, Wyoming on May 13 and 14, 2021. An orientation will be provided for new Commissioners prior to the meeting.
19. Discussion
20. Adjourn
Respectfully submitted,
Ron Kailey, Jr., Secretary
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FINAL PROJECT CLOSEOUT MEMO FOR LEVEL I AND II PLANNING PROJECTS
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
PLANNING DIVISION
The Planning Project listed below is complete and scheduled for closeout. This memo serves to summarize the findings of the final report and to document the final contract amount.
PROJECT: Bluff / Upper Bluff Irrigation Districts Master Plan LEVEL: I SPONSOR: Bluff / Upper Bluff Irrigation Districts LOCATION: Washakie County PROGRAM: Rehabilitation PROJECT MGR: Jodie Pavlica WWDC MTG DATE: May 13, 2021
AUTHORIZING LEGISLATION: Purpose Chapter Session Account Appropriation Due Date Level I 105 2019 II $123,000 2022
CURRENT CONTRACT: Consultant Western Heritage Consulting & Engineering
Original Final Contract Contract Contract Savings Expiration Contract Number Executed Amount Amount Amount Date 05SC0297837 3-25-19 $122,500 $112,496.80 $10,003.20 6-30-21
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Bluff and Upper Bluff Irrigation District Board requested funding in 2018 for a Level I Study to inventory and assess structures on their system, investigate conveyance losses, and identify capital improvement projects for financial planning. Similarly, the study analyzed their pump stations, tabulated their water rights, updated their GIS, and recommended operational changes. Identification of funding assistance and the ability to pay for the improvements was also included with the study.
PROJECT FINDINGS/RECOMMENDATIONS: The study recommended five improvement projects for which reconnaissance level designs and cost estimates were developed. Those projects are listed in the following table.
Bluff Drop Structure Replacement $159,000 Bluff Overshot Improvements $ 80,000 Upper Bluff 1 Canal Piping $122,000 2-Bay Check Structure $ 55,000 Measurement Device $156,000 Total $572,000
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PUBLIC REPORT PRESENTATION HEARING: N Date Location City/Town 2-12-20 Worland Town Hall, 829 Big Horn Ave Worland
FINAL REPORT/EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES ONLINE: Final Report: http://library.wrds.uwyo.edu/wwdcrept/Bluff/Bluff_UpperBluff_Irrigation_District- Master_Plan_Level_I_Study-Final_Report-2020.html
Addendum: http://library.wrds.uwyo.edu/wwdcrept/Bluff/Bluff_UpperBluff_Irrigation_District- Master_Plan_Level_I_Study-Addendum-2020.html
Executive Summary: http://library.wrds.uwyo.edu/wwdcrept/Bluff/Bluff_UpperBluff_Irrigation_District- Master_Plan_Level_I_Study-Executive_Summary-2020.html
WWDO RECOMMENDATION: The WWDO recommends acceptance of the final report submittals and closing the consultant services contract.
WWDC PROPOSED MOTION:
I move acceptance of the Bluff/Upper Bluff Irrigation Districts Master Plan Level I Study project report as being complete and further, the WWDC makes the following findings relative to this project:
1. That the Commission recommend: • Proceeding to the next Level of project development upon the submittal of an appropriate funding application by the sponsor.
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FINAL PROJECT CLOSEOUT MEMO FOR LEVEL I AND II PLANNING PROJECTS
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
PLANNING DIVISION
The Planning Project listed below is complete and scheduled for closeout. This memo serves to summarize the findings of the final report and to document the final contract amount.
PROJECT: Crook County Rural Water Supply Plan LEVEL: I SPONSOR: Crook County Board of County Commissioners LOCATION: Carlile, Wyoming PROGRAM: New Development PROJECT MGR: Kevin Boyce, P.G. WWDC MTG DATE: May 13, 2021
AUTHORIZING LEGISLATION: Purpose Chapter Session Account Appropriation Due Date Level I 105 2019 I $370,000 2021
CURRENT CONTRACT: Consultant DOWL, LLC Original Final Contract Contract Contract Savings Expiration Contract Number Executed Amount Amount Amount Date 05SC0298015 5-24-19 $369,500 $369,500 $ 0.00 6-30-21
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: In 2015-2017, several wells in the area around the community of Carlile, Wyoming were observed to go dry or produced low-pH water. This prompted an investigation by the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality-Water Quality Division (WDEQ-WQD) in 2018, with a report in 2019 titled “Low- pH Wells in the Vicinity of the City of Gillette Madison Wellfield”. These events also prompted the Crook County Board of Commissioners to sponsor this Wyoming Water Development Commission (WWDC) Level I study. The primary purpose of this study was to detail the geology, hydrogeology and history of groundwater development in the study area; sample and analyze the groundwater quality (in a larger area than by WDEQ in 2018); and develop feasible alternatives to provide safe drinking water to area residents, including a conceptual rural water system.
To fulfill the purpose of this study, the consultant (DOWL) performed the following key tasks: • Compiled and reviewed existing information of value to the study. • Sampled and analyzed the water quality in the study area. • Conducted several public meetings to keep stakeholders appraised of the work being done and sought their input at critical steps in the study. This input included assessing their interest in a central rural water system for the area. • Prepared a geographic information system (GIS) and a hydraulic model of the proposed water system and used these work products as tools in the evaluation. • Developed projected future water requirements (design criteria) for the study area.
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• Identified, assessed and compared the feasibility of developing potential new groundwater source to the feasibility of connecting to the Gillette Madison wellfield source. • Prepared a concept level plan for the possible new water system, including facilities for supplying the water and its transmission, pumping, storage and delivery. • Evaluated a new entity and a management structure for owning and operating the rural water system. • Developed cost estimates for the proposed infrastructure improvements. • Analyzed funding sources and provided recommendations, estimated future water rates, budgets and other financial issues regarding the proposed system. • Summarized the findings and recommendations completed under this study in a report.
PROJECT FINDINGS/RECOMMENDATIONS: The recommendations and findings of this study are summarized as follows: 1. The water quality in this area is poor. Very few of the wells have water quality that meets the Safe Drinking Water Act or generally accepted drinking water quality. 2. In the study area, the Madison aquifer has acceptable quality water. 3. Although potential new well sites were identified, the best alternative appears to be the rural water system concept using the Gillette Madison system as the supply. 4. This extensive rural water system with a relatively low number of users will require a high level of grant funding to achieve user monthly rates that are acceptable. 5. It is recommended that the area residents select a steering committee to lead the effort to organize into a Water District so funding applications can be submitted, and the process started to secure grant funding. This steering committee of interested local residents is needed to lead the effort to organize the district and get the project underway, as well as work with the County Commissioners and an attorney to accomplish the required tasks.
PUBLIC REPORT PRESENTATIONS HEARING: N Date Location City/Town 10-20-20 Moorcroft Town Center Moorcroft, WY 11-2-20 Crook County Courthouse Sundance, WY 3-11-21 Carlile Fire Station Carlile, WY
FINAL REPORT/EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES ONLINE: Final Report: http://library.wrds.uwyo.edu/wwdcrept/Crook_County/Crook_County- Rural_Water_Supply_Plan_Level_I_Study-Final_Report-2020.html Executive Summary: http://library.wrds.uwyo.edu/wwdcrept/Crook_County/Crook_County- Rural_Water_Supply_Plan_Level_I_Study-Executive_Summary-2020.html
WWDO RECOMMENDATION: WWDO recommends acceptance of Final Report submittals and closing the Consultant Services Contract.
WWDC PROPOSED MOTION:
I move acceptance of the Crook County Rural Water Supply Plan, Level I Study project report as being complete and further, the WWDC makes the following findings relative to this project:
1. That the Commission recommend: • Proceeding to the next Level of project development upon the submittal of an appropriate funding application by the sponsor.
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WATER SERVICE CONTRACT RENEWAL BETWEEN THE WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND THE ALADDIN WATER DISTRICT
1. Parties. The parties to this Water Service Contract are the Wyoming Water Development Commission (Commission), 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002 and the Aladdin Water District (District), 3983 State HWY 24, Aladdin, Wyoming 82710.
2. Purpose. The purpose of this Contract is for the Commission to sell water from the AWD- 1 Well (Permit No. U.W. 131196), constructed from Water Development Program funds, to the District as authorized by Chapter 16, Session Laws of Wyoming, 1999. The original water service contract (executed October 22, 1999) has expired and the latest renewal Contract will expire July 16, 2021. The Commission intends to transfer (sell), the well to the District. While the transfer is pending, the parties wish to continue the sale and purchase of water from the AWD-1 Well.
3. Term of Contract. This Contract is effective when all parties have executed it (Effective Date). The term of the Contract is from July 16, 2021 through July 16, 2023.
4. Payment. The District shall be assessed a fee of two dollars ($2.00) per one thousand (1,000) gallons and shall remit payment to the Commission on or before December 1st of each year for water used annually.
5. Responsibilities of the District.
A. Installation, Construction and Operation. The District currently owns, and is responsible for all costs including labor for all operation, repair, and maintenance of, the well pump, well house, metering components and appurtenances necessary for the District to convey water to its customers and for the Wyoming Department of Transportation to access the well for state or federally funded highway projects. The Commission makes no warranty or representation concerning the quality of the water sold and the District is responsible for compliance with all state and federal water quality standards. Prior to installation of any new components the District shall submit a proposal to the Commission for approval. No construction shall commence until the Commission has approved the components proposed for installation and the method of construction.
B. Expenditures. All expenditures necessary to pump, meter and deliver water to its customers shall be borne by the District.
C. Meters. The District shall meter all water use and shall maintain water use records, documenting water used by the District and water used by the Wyoming Department of Transportation. The Commission may request the District to inspect and/or calibrate the metering device to insure accuracy of measurement.
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6. General Provisions.
A. Amendments. Any changes, modifications, revisions or amendments to this Contract which are mutually agreed upon by the parties to this Contract shall be incorporated by written instrument, executed by all parties to this Contract.
B. Applicable Law, Rules of Construction, and Venue. The construction, interpretation, and enforcement of this Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, without regard to conflicts of law principles. The terms “hereof,” “hereunder,” “herein,” and words of similar import, are intended to refer to this Contract as a whole and not to any particular provision or part. The Courts of the State of Wyoming shall have jurisdiction over this Contract and the parties. The venue shall be the First Judicial District, Laramie County, Wyoming.
C. Audit and Access to Records. The Commission and its representatives shall have access to any books, documents, papers, electronic data, and records of the District which are pertinent to this Contract. The District shall immediately, upon receiving written instruction from the Commission, provide to any independent auditor or accountant all books, documents, papers, electronic data, and records of the District which are pertinent to this Contract. The District shall cooperate fully with any such independent auditor or accountant during the entire course of any audit authorized by the Commission.
D. Compliance with Laws. The District shall keep informed of and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations in the performance of this Contract.
E. Entirety of Contract. This Contract, consisting of five (5) pages, represents the entire and integrated Contract between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements whether written or oral.
F. Indemnification. The District shall release, indemnify, and hold harmless the State, the Commission, the Office, and their officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims, suits, liabilities, court awards, damages, costs, attorneys’ fees, and expenses arising out of District’s failure to perform any of District’s duties and obligations hereunder or in connection with the negligent performance of District’s duties or obligations, including, but not limited to, any claims, suits, liabilities, court awards, damages, costs, attorneys’ fees, and expenses arising out of District’s negligence or other tortious conduct.
G. Nondiscrimination. The District shall comply with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Wyoming Fair Employment Practices Act (Wyo. Stat. § 27-9-105, et seq.), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq., and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and any properly promulgated rules and regulations
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thereto and shall not discriminate against any individual on the grounds of age, sex, color, race, religion, national origin, or disability in connection with the performance under this Contract.
H. Prior Approval. This Contract shall not be binding upon either party until the Contract has been fully executed, approved as to form by the Office of the Attorney General, filed with and approved by A&I Procurement, and approved by the Governor of the State of Wyoming, or his designee, if required by Wyo. Stat. § 9- 2-1016(b)(iv).
I. Severability. Should any portion of this Contract be judicially determined to be illegal or unenforceable, the remainder of the Contract shall continue in full force and effect, and the parties may renegotiate the terms affected by the severance.
J. Sovereign Immunity and Limitations. Pursuant to Wyo. Stat. § 1-39-104(a), the State of Wyoming, the Commission, and the Office expressly reserve sovereign immunity by entering into this Contract and specifically retain all immunities and defenses available to them as sovereigns. The parties acknowledge that the State of Wyoming has sovereign immunity and only the Wyoming Legislature has the power to waive sovereign immunity. Designations of venue, choice of law, enforcement actions, and similar provisions shall not be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity. The parties agree that any ambiguity in this Contract shall not be strictly construed, either against or for either party, except that any ambiguity as to sovereign immunity shall be construed in favor of sovereign immunity.
K. Third-Party Beneficiary Rights. The parties do not intend to create in any other individual or entity the status of third-party beneficiary, and this Contract shall not be construed so as to create such status. The rights, duties, and obligations contained in this Contract shall operate only between the parties to this Contract and shall inure solely to the benefit of the parties to this Contract. The provisions of this Contract are intended only to assist the parties in determining and performing their obligations under this Contract.
L. Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in all provisions of this Contract.
M. Titles Not Controlling. Titles of sections and subsections are for reference only and shall not be used to construe the language in this Contract.
N. Waiver. The waiver of any breach of any term or condition in this Contract shall not be deemed a waiver of any prior or subsequent breach. Failure to object to a breach shall not constitute a waiver.
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O. Counterparts. This Contract may be executed in counterparts. Each counterpart, when executed and delivered, shall be deemed an original and all counterparts together shall constitute one and the same Contract. Delivery by the District of an originally signed counterpart of this Contract by PDF shall be followed up immediately by delivery of the originally signed counterpart to the Commission.
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7. Signatures. The parties to this Contract, either personally or through their duly authorized representatives, have executed this Contract on the dates set out below, and certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Contract.
The EFFECTIVE DATE of this Contract is the date of the signature last affixed to this page.
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
______Clinton Glick Date Chairman
______Ronald E. Kailey, Jr. Date Secretary
ALADDIN WATER DISTRICT
______Randy Strader Date President
ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE: APPROVAL AS TO FORM
______Megan Pope Date Senior Assistant Attorney General
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RELEASE OF MORTGAGE
The undersigned STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, hereby RELEASES the lien of the:
Mortgage dated October 14, 1981, executed by the PARK RESERVOIR IRRIGATION DISTRICT as mortgagor, to the STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, as mortgagee, and recorded October 21, 1981, in the Office of the County Clerk, JOHNSON County, State of Wyoming, as document number 07672, Book 88A-40, Pages 72 through 75.
In Witness whereof, the mortgagee has caused this instrument to be executed by its duly authorized officers on this ______day of ______, 2021.
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
______Chairman
______Secretary
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STATE OF WYOMING ) )ss: COUNTY OF LARAMIE )
This Release of Mortgage was acknowledged before me on ______, 2021, by Clinton Glick and Ronald E. Kailey, Jr., as Chairman and Secretary of the Wyoming Water Development Commission.
______(Seal, if any) Notarial Officer
My commission expires: ______
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RELEASE OF MORTGAGE
The undersigned STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, hereby RELEASES the lien of the:
Mortgage dated April 5, 1982, executed by the PARK RESERVOIR IRRIGATION DISTRICT as mortgagor, to the STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, as mortgagee, and recorded April 6, 1982, in the Office of the County Clerk, JOHNSON County, State of Wyoming, as document number 13382, Book 88A-41, Pages 34 through 37.
In Witness whereof, the mortgagee has caused this instrument to be executed by its duly authorized officers on this ______day of ______, 2021.
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
______Chairman
______Secretary
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STATE OF WYOMING ) )ss: COUNTY OF LARAMIE )
This Release of Mortgage was acknowledged before me on ______, 2021, by Clinton Glick and Ronald E. Kailey, Jr., as Chairman and Secretary of the Wyoming Water Development Commission.
______(Seal, if any) Notarial Officer
My commission expires: ______
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RELEASE OF MORTGAGE
The undersigned STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, hereby RELEASES the lien of the:
Mortgage dated October 14, 1981, executed by the PARK RESERVOIR IRRIGATION DISTRICT as mortgagor, to the STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, as mortgagee, and recorded October 14, 1981, in the Office of the County Clerk, SHERIDAN County, State of Wyoming, as document number 828071, Book 198, Pages 157 through 160.
In Witness whereof, the mortgagee has caused this instrument to be executed by its duly authorized officers on this ______day of ______, 2021.
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
______Chairman
______Secretary
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STATE OF WYOMING ) )ss: COUNTY OF LARAMIE )
This Release of Mortgage was acknowledged before me on ______, 2021, by Clinton Glick and Ronald E. Kailey, Jr., as Chairman and Secretary of the Wyoming Water Development Commission.
______(Seal, if any) Notarial Officer
My commission expires: ______
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RELEASE OF MORTGAGE
The undersigned STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, hereby RELEASES the lien of the:
Mortgage dated April 5, 1982, executed by the PARK RESERVOIR IRRIGATION DISTRICT as mortgagor, to the STATE OF WYOMING, WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, as mortgagee, and recorded April 6, 1982, in the Office of the County Clerk, SHERIDAN County, State of Wyoming, as document number 839802, Book 201, Pages 399 through 402.
In Witness whereof, the mortgagee has caused this instrument to be executed by its duly authorized officers on this ______day of ______, 2021.
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
______Chairman
______Secretary
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STATE OF WYOMING ) )ss: COUNTY OF LARAMIE )
This Release of Mortgage was acknowledged before me on ______, 2021, by Clinton Glick and Ronald E. Kailey, Jr., of the Wyoming Water Development Commission.
______(Seal, if any) Notarial Officer
My commission expires: ______
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION WATERSHED STUDIES
Project Name: Clarks Fork Upper Shoshone Watershed Study Program: New Development
Project Type: Multipurpose County: Park
Sponsor: Cody Conservation District and Powell Clarks Fork Conservation District
WWDO Recommendation: Level I Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
This project meets program criteria requirements and has the potential to greatly benefit the citizens of Park County with a management and rehabilitation plan that outlines projects to improve watershed condition and function via the small water project program. This project provides benefits to people, wildlife, livestock, industry, and the environment.
Project Manager: Mike Robertson
Project Description: The Cody and Powell-Clarks Fork Conservation Districts request a watershed study to evaluate current watershed function and irrigation diversion/conveyance systems in order to identify opportunities to assist landowners (and irrigation districts in the process) in water developments that convey water more efficiently and reduce excess bacteria, nutrients, and sediment loading into nearby waters. TMDLs and a sediment watershed plan have been developed to address bacteria and sediment loading in the project area. Identifying specific projects to remediate those water quality issues while improving water quantity is a high priority for both districts. There is a need to evaluate the management of water developments from the perspective of improving system efficiency while ensuring the timing and duration of waters received by downstream users is not considerably disrupted. There is also a need to evaluate the benefits of pursuing funding to conduct return flow studies in the project area.
The study will provide an inventory of physical, biological, and built systems within the watershed. Watershed studies evaluate water infrastructure and water storage systems for enlargement and rehabilitation, assess current condition of wetlands and riparian areas within the drainage, and provide geomorphic classification. This information will provide baseline information from which the Districts can pursue implementation of management practices that address the natural resource issues within the drainage.
The proposed study area is located in Park County, includes the towns of Cody and Powell and Buffalo Bill Reservoir, and covers approximately 2,300,000 acres. The watershed drains a large portion of the Big Horn Basin in NW Wyoming and includes portions of the Shoshone and Clarks Fork River systems. The Shoshone River system has numerous tributaries such as North Fork Shoshone River, South Fork Shoshone River, Bitter Creek, Trail Creek, Sulphur Creek, Sage Creek, and Deer Creek. In the Clarks Fork River system, the tributaries include Bennett Creek, Bear Creek, and Sunlight Creek. The watershed study area will include only those portions of the watershed located within the State of Wyoming.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
A. EXISTING WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM
What is the extent of the stream system? 6,972 miles in priority areas; 5,286 miles in remaining portions of watershed.
Has DEQ classified this stream or segment as impaired? Previously, Dry Gulch and Bitter Creek, but both have completed TMDLs and both were moved from the 303(d) list to Category 4A once TMDLs were approved.
Are there any DEQ Watershed based plans being conducted or in place? In 2019 the WDEQ and other watershed
2022 RECOMMENDATION WATERSHED STUDIES PAGE 1 OF 9 stakeholders, including both conservation districts and the Willwood Irrigation District, completed a sediment-based watershed plan to address excessive sediment loading into the Shoshone River. The stakeholder group is collecting additional sediment data for the primary tributaries to the Shoshone River between Buffalo Bill Reservoir and Willwood Dam. The stakeholder group is in the initial phases of identifying project opportunities.
Is there a TMDL being prepared or in place? E. coli TMDLs for the Shoshone River Watershed approved by USEPA in 2013. TMDLs for waters in the proposed project area include Dry Gulch (from the confluence with the Shoshone River to a point 7 miles upstream) HUC12-100800140107 and Bitter Creek (from the confluence with the Shoshone River to a point 13.9 miles upstream) HUC12-100800140206.
Is there a NRCS watershed assessment being prepared or in place? Yes, the Shoshone River Watershed Water Quality Management Plan was prepared by PCFCD, CCD, Shoshone River Watershed Steering Committee with assistance provided by the NRCS in 2008 and updated in 2012.
Are there any instream flow segments in this watershed? 2 permitted (not yet adjudicated) Marquette Creek, 104IF, (0.5 miles) and Trout Creek (Tributary to N. Fork Shoshone), 105IF, (2.0 miles).
Any instream flow segments petitioned? Shoshone River (15.1 miles).
Is there a soil survey completed for this area? Soils within the agricultural areas have generally been mapped by the NRCS (Natural Resource Conservation Service).
B. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
If the entity is a conservation district, what is the status of their local revenue funding? Primarily grant funded; neither district has a levy.
C. COMPARISON WITH OPERATING CRITERIA
What is the entity status of the sponsor? Both sponsor and co-sponsor are Conservation Districts.
Project Priority according to the Criteria? Priority Seven (7) - Watershed Studies.
If the entity is a conservation district, what is the status of a legal entity developing within the district? There are existing water districts within the watershed, and the sponsor is aware of entity requirements for WWDC conventional construction projects.
How many acres are irrigated? 272,295 acres
How many individual landowners in the watershed? 26,865 including 9,788 in Cody, and 6,180 in Powell.
Will the project consider regional solutions? Yes
Can the project be postponed or staged? Yes, but the two Conservation Districts have been working to reduce bacteria and sediment loading into the project area; this study would build upon the momentum of a recently completed watershed plan completed with input from WDEQ and other stakeholders.
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PROJECT AREA MAP
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PHOTOS
The watershed that includes the Clarks Fork and Upper Shoshone Rivers includes a large area with substantial agricultural use in the watershed as well as recreation, wildlife, industry and scenic value uses. One high profile issue is sediment contributions of some creeks, as shown in the picture below.
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Extensive efforts, such as the monitoring station pictured above, have been put forth by several stakeholder groups to identify the sources and potential opportunities to reduce sediment in the Shoshone tributary streams. Willwood dam (below) on the Shoshone River has received a great deal of attention for impounding a significant sediment bar behind it.
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The image above and to the left shows a portion of the sediment accumulated behind Willwood Dam. To the right is a photo of a controlled release in April 2021 to help pass some of this sediment downstream while attempting to minimize impacts on the fishery. Below is a photo of McCollough peaks, which is a natural source of sediment.
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RESOLUTIONS
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS
Project Name: Dayton Water Master Plan Program: New Development
Project Type: Municipal Water System County: Sheridan
Sponsor: Town of Dayton
WWDO Recommendation: Level I Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
The Town of Dayton is requesting a Level I water master plan study to fully evaluate the infrastructure of the Town’s water supply system. The study will evaluate the current condition of their water system and provide tools and guidance needed to assist in the planning, rehabilitating, upgrading, managing of the system, water storage and planning for future growth. This study will also be an update to the previous Level I master plan, completed in 2000.
Project Manager: Julie Gondzar
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Town of Dayton’s last water master plan was completed in 2000, and an update is being requested. With the Town’s current and expected growth and development, water storage capacity and fire flow in the upper pressure zones is a growing concern. The current storage tank is not able to provide sufficient pressure and fire flow to new development in higher elevation areas. As a result, the booster is constantly running to maintain pressure continuously. The Town’s water treatment plant was built in the 1960’s and has significant aging infrastructure. Much of the equipment and machinery in the water treatment plant has exceeded its lifespan, is beyond sufficient repair, and needs a plan of action to be replaced or upgraded. An update to their outdated water master plan will help address storage and fire flow issues in new development areas, while also providing GIS mapping, a hydraulic model analysis of their entire system, improvement projects and their priorities, water supply in upper pressure zones, an evaluation of their current SCADA system, and an evaluation of their current rate system.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation:
Project Level Chapter Session Account Appropriation Reversion Year Dayton Master Plan I 36 2000 I $ 60,000 2002 Dayton Water Supply II 86 2001 II $ 50,000 2002 Rehabilitation Dayton Water Supply III 2/88 2001/02 II $ 619,200 2005 Rehabilitation Dayton Groundwater II 7 2002 I $ 460,000 2004 Dayton Well Purchase and III 118 2004 I $ 3,000 2008 Mitigation Project Dayton Raw Water Irrigation II 85 2007 I $ 100,000 2008
2. Describe the location of the project:
The Town of Dayton, Wyoming, is located in Sheridan County, with a population of approximately 850 residents.
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3. Summarize the request:
The Town of Dayton has requested an updated Level I water master plan to address water storage and fire flow concerns, and the significantly aging infrastructure of their water treatment plant. This study will also provide a much-needed inventory and evaluation of the entire water system and will provide the tools and guidance necessary to assist in the planning, rehabilitation, upgrading, and managing of their system. The updated plan would serve as a framework to establish project priorities and to perform financial planning necessary to meet those priorities. It would also provide reconnaissance-level information regarding costs and scheduling.
4. Summarize the reasons for the request:
To provide an updated water master plan, that can help the Town solve current water storage, fire flow and water treatment plant problems, while also providing the Town with tools for planning for future growth, providing GIS mapping, a hydraulic model of their system, population and water use projections, and a review of their entire water system and financial status. The study will identify the components of the existing system that are deficient and provide a schedule for improvements. The Town has not had a water master plan performed on its water system since 2000.
II. WWDC ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? Yes A. If not, is the recommendation for a Level I study or Level I or II study for a dam and reservoir project? N/A 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct I - Priority 8: LI Reconnaissance Studies (Use Attachment III of the operating criteria.)
3. Will the project serve at least 15 water taps? Yes A. Number of Taps: ~ 425 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they (RUS, SRF, other)? RUS, SRF 5. Is the Sponsor under any federal (EPA) mandates to improve its system? (e.g., Administrative Orders, violations, actions taken, etc.)? No 6. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? Sponsor is willing to consider regionalization. 7. What is monthly water bill for 5,000 gallons? $27.26 A. 20,000 Gallons? $42.76 8. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes A. Should it be? No
III. PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Existing Water Supply System A. EPA Public Water System (PWS) Identification Number: 5600202 B. Groundwater (1) Number of Wells: 1
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 2 OF 9 (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): Madison/Big Horn Dolomite (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): 60 GPM (total 32 MG pumped in 2020) C. Surface Water (1) Source Name(s): Tongue River (2) Type of Diversion(s) (Headgate, Infiltration Gallery, Pumps, Etc.): Infiltration gallery followed by pumps which deliver water into the water treatment plant. (3) Total Average Diversion Yield (CFS of GPM): 72 GPM (total 38 MG in 2020) D. Springs (1) Name of Spring(s): None (2) Total Average Production Yield of All Springs (CFS or GPM): N/A E. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? Yes. The Town has both a direct flow surface water right from the Tongue River (Permit #1702E, 4.0 cfs, April 1, 1907) and a groundwater right for its well (Dayton No. 1, Permit UW19/236, 435 gpm, July 29, 2002) F. Transmission Pipeline (1) Maximum Capacity of the Transmission Pipeline(s) (Gallons per Day): 2.5 MGD (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Gallons per Day): None at this time (3) Approximate Distance from Source(s) to Distribution System: 2 miles (4) Transmission Pipe Diameter(s): 12” (5) Type of Transmission Pipe Material(s): PVC (6) Age of Transmission Pipeline(s): 15 years (7) Condition of Transmission Pipeline(s): Excellent (8) Does the applicant possess clear title to transmission corridor easements? Yes G. Water Storage (1) Raw (Volume and Tank Description): None (2) Treated (Volume and Tank Description): 128,000 gallon clear well, and 250,000-gallon storage tank H. Treatment (1) Specify Water Treatment (None, Chlorination, Filtration, Etc.): Filtration w/UV disinfection
2. Existing Water Distribution System A. Is the water use metered? Yes B. Are billings based on meter readings? Yes C. Identify unmetered usage (e.g., irrigation of parks, cemeteries, fire protection, etc.): Town Hall, fire station, maintenance shops, park restrooms D. Average Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 150,000 E. Maximum Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 200,000 F. Peak Hourly Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 360,000 G. Distribution Pipe Diameter(s): 4” – 12” H. Type of Distribution Pipe Material(s): PVC I. Age of Distribution Pipeline(s): Approximately 50 years old. J. Condition of Distribution Pipeline(s): Good
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 3 OF 9 K. Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): +/- 5% L. Describe any fire flow protection that the system provides: Via the pump station at the water treatment plant, the 12” transmission pipeline, the 250,000-gallon storage tank, and most mains in the distribution system being at least 6” in diameter, the Town generally provides adequate fire protection. Some higher elevated areas have low static pressure due to a lack of elevation. M. What water conservation measures are employed? The Town has a separate raw water irrigation system which serves most of its customers. N. Is there an independent raw water irrigation system? Yes (1) Raw Water System Capacity (Gallons per Day): 750,000 (2) Average Annual Raw Water Usage (Gallons per Year): 36 MG/year
3. Demographic Information and Existing Water Service Area A. Population (2010 Census): 757 B. Current Population Estimate: 850 C. Does the applicant have a comprehensive planning boundary? No (1) If so, what is the estimated additional population that may be served in the future? N/A D. How many taps are served within the corporate limits/JPB service area? 367 E. How many taps are served outside of the corporate limits/JPB service area? 27 F. Identify names of other water system served: The Town provides wholesale water (and operation and maintenance) to the Eagle Ridge Subdivision, which is outside and to the southwest of the Town limits. G. Identify any existing planning reports (municipal or county) that address growth management in the project area. Provide titles and how copies of the reports could be obtained: 2020 Sheridan County Comprehensive Plan
4. Financial Information A. Rates (1) Tap Fee(s) – Residential: $2,975.27 (in Town) (2) Tap Fee(s) – Commercial: $3,191.27 (out of Town) (3) Average Residential Monthly Water Bill and Corresponding Gallons Used: $27.76 (assumes 5,000 gallons/month) (4) Water Rates (Provide rates for all tiers and categories of use. Attach additional pages as needed.): Residential: $25.76/month base charge, $1/1,000 gallons over 3,000 gallons Residential outside: $30.37/month base charge, $1/1,000 gallons over 3,000 gallons Apartments: $127.62/month base charge, $1/1,000 gallons over 3,000 gallons
(5) Identify any local conditions that affect water rates (e.g., flow-through for frost prevention, etc.): In very cold weather, customers can receive up to 1,000 gallons/month at no charge to prevent pipes from freezing. B. Financial Statement (of Water Utility) (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Water Sales: $ 160,000 b. Annual Revenues from Tap Fees: $ 6,000 c. Annual Revenues from Other Sources: $ 2,500 d. Total Annual Revenues: $ 168,500
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 4 OF 9 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 111,883 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ 100 c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 4,000 d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: $ 0 e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ 1,000 f. Total Annual Payments: $ 116,983 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 01 b. Balance in Emergency Fund: $ 01 c. Annual Cost of Water Quality Testing: $ 4,000 1 The Town of Dayton maintains general repair/replacement and emergency funds which are not designated strictly for “water system only” use.
(4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? Yes
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Figure 1: Town of Dayton Water Storage Tank
Figure 2: UV filtration system inside the water treatment plant.
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Figure 3: An example of significant aging infrastructure within the water treatment plant.
Figure 4: The Tongue River behind the water treatment plant.
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS
Project Name: Riverton Regional Water Master Plan Program: New Development
Project Type: Municipal Water System County: Fremont
Sponsor: City of Riverton
WWDO Recommendation: Level I Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
The City of Riverton is requesting an update to their 1998 Level I reconnaissance-level water master plan to fully evaluate the infrastructure of the City’s public water supply system. The study would evaluate the current condition of their water system and provide the tools and guidance needed to assist in the planning, rehabilitating, upgrading, and managing of their system.
Project Manager: Chace A. Tavelli
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Riverton’s last municipal master plan was completed in 1998. There have been many changes to their system since that time and an updated master plan is being requested. The City seems to be experiencing high rates of water loss, has significant aging infrastructure, corrosion issues, fire hydrants that are not fed by proper diameter pipe, potential water supply issues in their upper pressure zones, and a raw water irrigation system that has never been studied. An update to their existing master plan, GIS mapping, and a hydraulic model analysis of their system will help define a leak detection study, capital improvement projects, fire protection, potential well siting to improve water supply in upper pressure zones, an evaluation of their existing SCADA system, and an evaluation of their current rate system.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation:
Project Level Chapter Session Account Appropriation Reversion Year Riverton Water Supply III 59 1996 I $ 220,000 1999 Riverton Regional Water Master I 46 1997 I $ 150,000 1998 Plan Riverton Water Supply Project LII, II 81 1999 II $ 65,000 2000 Phase I & II Riverton Water Supply III 16 1999 I $ 92,000 2001 Riverton Raw Water Supply III 2 2001 II $ 85,000 2005 Rehabilitation Project Riverton Raw Water Supply III 118 2004 II $ 1,001,500 2010 Rehabilitation Project Riverton Mountain View Acres II 75 2005 II $ 300,000 2006 Water Supply Riverton Mountain View Acres II 99 2006 II $ 125,000 2008 Water Supply Riverton Water Supply III 38 2009 I $ 4,958,800 2014 Riverton Water Supply III 66 2010 I $ 7,084,000 2014
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 1 OF 9 Riverton Water Supply III 100 2014 I $ 0 2015 Riverton Water Supply III 23 2015 I $ 9,856,000 2017 Riverton Water Supply III 75 2017 I $ 0 2020 Riverton Water Supply III 112 2020 I $ 0 2021
2. Describe the location of the project:
The City of Riverton is located in Fremont County, Wyoming and lies at the confluence of the Big and Little Wind Rivers in the Wind River Basin.
3. Summarize the request:
A Level I water master plan study is requested by the City of Riverton to evaluate the current condition of their water system and to provide the tools and guidance necessary to assist in the planning, rehabilitation, upgrading, and managing of their system. The plan would serve as a framework to establish project priorities and to perform financial planning necessary to meet those priorities. The plan would also provide reconnaissance-level information regarding costs and scheduling.
4. Summarize the reasons for the request:
To update the 1998 water master plan with a new water master plan that can help the City identify the components of the existing system that are deficient and to provide a schedule for future capital improvements, provide GIS mapping, a hydraulic model of their system, population and water use projections, and a review of their financial status.
II. WWDC ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? Yes A. If not, is the recommendation for a Level I study or Level I or II study for a dam and reservoir project? N/A 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct I - Priority 8: LI Reconnaissance Studies (Use Attachment III of the operating criteria.) 3. Will the project serve at least 15 water taps? Yes A. Number of Taps: 4,244 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they (RUS, SRF, other)? RUS, SRF 5. Is the Sponsor under any federal (EPA) mandates to improve its system? (e.g., Administrative Orders, violations, actions taken, etc.)? No 6. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? The sponsor is willing to consider regionalization. 7. What is monthly water bill for 5,000 gallons? $34.76 – 3/4” tap A. 20,000 Gallons? $80.71 – 3/4” tap 8. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes A. Should it be? No
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1. Existing Water Supply System A. EPA Public Water System (PWS) Identification Number: WY-5600047 B. Groundwater (1) Number of Wells: 14 (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): Wind River Aquifer (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): 297 GPM C. Surface Water (1) Source Name(s): Big Wind River (2) Type of Diversion(s): Headgate – LeClair Irrigation Canal (3) Total Average Diversion Yield (CFS of GPM): 4.87 CFS D. Springs (1) Name of Spring(s): None (2) Total Average Production Yield of All Springs (CFS or GPM): N/A E. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? Yes F. Transmission Pipeline (1) Maximum Capacity of the Transmission Pipeline(s) (Gallons per Day): 75 million (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Gallons per Day): Unknown (3) Approximate Distance from Source(s) to Distribution System: 2,600 feet (4) Transmission Pipe Diameter(s): 8”, 12”, 14”, 16”, 24” (5) Type of Transmission Pipe Material(s): Cast Iron, Steel, PVC, HDPE (6) Age of Transmission Pipeline(s): 69 years (7) Condition of Transmission Pipeline(s): Poor to Nearly New (8) Does the applicant possess clear title to transmission corridor easements? Yes G. Water Storage (1) Raw (Volume and Tank Description): 0 (2) Treated (Volume and Tank Description): 7.1 million gallons; Five separate storage tanks made up of concrete or steel. H. Treatment (1) Specify Water Treatment (None, Chlorination, Filtration, Etc.): Chlorination at wells & conventional water plant for surface water.
2. Existing Water Distribution System A. Is the water use metered? Yes B. Are billings based on meter readings? Yes C. Identify unmetered usage (e.g., irrigation of parks, cemeteries, fire protection, etc.): Parks and fire department. D. Average Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 182 E. Maximum Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 434 F. Peak Hourly Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): Unknown
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 3 OF 9 G. Distribution Pipe Diameter(s): 3” to 24” H. Type of Distribution Pipe Material(s): Transite, cast iron, ductile, PVC, Steel I. Age of Distribution Pipeline(s): Transite > 50, cast iron 40-50+, ductile 15-50, PVC 0-30, Steel 70 (years) J. Condition of Distribution Pipeline(s): Poor to new K. Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): 25% L. Describe any fire flow protection that the system provides: Fire hydrants M. What water conservation measures are employed? None N. Is there an independent raw water irrigation system? Yes (1) Raw Water System Capacity (Gallons per Day): 6,460,000 (2) Average Annual Raw Water Usage (Gallons per Year): 969,472,800
3. Demographic Information and Existing Water Service Area A. Population (2010 Census): 10,615 B. Current Population Estimate: 10,772 C. Does the applicant have a comprehensive planning boundary? Yes (1) If so, what is the estimated additional population that may be served in the future? Unknown D. How many taps are served within the corporate limits/JPB service area? 4,197 E. How many taps are served outside of the corporate limits/JPB service area? 47 F. Identify names of other water system served: N/A G. Identify any existing planning reports (municipal or county) that address growth management in the project area. Provide titles and how copies of the reports could be obtained: City of Riverton Comprehensive Master Plan (2019); City of Riverton Rate Study.
4. Financial Information A. Rates (1) Tap Fee(s) – Residential: $623 (2) Tap Fee(s) – Commercial: Varies by size, a 1” tap = $1,372 (see attached) (3) Average Residential Monthly Water Bill and Corresponding Gallons Used: $47.12 – 9,000 gallons (4) Water Rates: See attached (5) Identify any local conditions that affect water rates (e.g., flow-through for frost prevention, etc.): None B. Financial Statement (of Water Utility) (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Water Sales: $ 2,630,764 b. Annual Revenues from Tap Fees: $ 17,923 c. Annual Revenues from Other Sources: $ 0 d. Total Annual Revenues: $ 2,648,687 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 2,081,707 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ 136,477 c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 01 d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: $ 01 e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ 465,839 f. Total Annual Payments: $ 2,684,023
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 4 OF 9 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 797,353 b. Balance in Emergency Fund: $ 555,851 c. Annual Cost of Water Quality Testing: $ 32,762 1 The City of Riverton maintains an operating reserve equal to four months of operating expenses. This operating reserve has $557,343 as a current balance. In addition to this account, the city maintains an operating cash account and a capital project account. The operating cash account averages a monthly balance of $1,066,950. The capital project account currently has a balance of $799,494. (4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? Yes
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PHOTOS
AP Tank
Tank & Treatment Plan
Main Street Tank (Below Grade)
JCC Tank
West Reservoir
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RESOLUTION
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS
Project Name: LaGrange Groundwater Supply & Improvements Program: New Development
Project Type: Municipal Water System County: Goshen
Sponsor: Town of LaGrange
WWDO Recommendation: Level II Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
A Level II feasibility study to investigate developing an additional groundwater supply well for the Town of LaGrange and other needed water system improvements.
Project Manager: Keith Clarey, P.G.
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Town of LaGrange is requesting a Level II feasibility study to evaluate the siting, construction, and testing of a new test/production well for use as a redundant groundwater supply and to use as a future supply for the Town’s water system. In addition, the Town desires improved water quality from the new well than the existing Town wells provide and improvement of the Town’s existing water system. The LaGrange Water Master Plan, Level I Study which is currently in progress and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2021, has already identified the need for a Level II feasibility study as being the next step in the process.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation:
Project Level Chapter Session Account Appropriation Reversion Year LaGrange Water Master Plan I 150 2020 I $ 114,000 2023
2. Describe the location of the project:
The proposed Level II study area includes the Town of LaGrange and the adjacent portions of Goshen County surrounding the Town. The area is located within the North Platte River Basin.
3. Summarize the request:
The Town of Lagrange is requesting a Level II test well construction feasibility study to provide future additional supply and to provide redundancy for the Town’s water system. The Town also desires a water source with better water quality than the existing system (deeper well in the Fox Hills Sandstone) and improvement of the Town’s existing water system.
In addition, an evaluation of the need for an additional elevated 300,000-gallon storage tank, possibly located in the area southwest of the railroad tracks, needs to be performed under the Level II study for existing fire-flow requirement deficiencies and future needs. Also, the proposed tank location at the park needs to be further evaluated as an alternate location as part of the Level II study.
4. Summarize the reasons for the request:
The Town of LaGrange desires water system redundancy, improvement of the existing water system, and additional water supply, preferably of better quality.
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II. WWDC ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? Yes 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct I - Priority 6: LII Feasibility Studies
3. Will the project serve at least 15 water taps? Yes A. Number of Taps: 151 (149 inside + 2 outside) 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they (RUS, SRF, other)? RUS, SRF, etc. 5. Is the Sponsor under any federal (EPA) mandates to improve its system? (e.g., Administrative Orders, violations, actions taken, etc.)? No 6. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? No. 7. What is monthly water bill for 5,000 gallons? $20.00 per month A. 20,000 Gallons? $20.00 per month 8. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes. A. Should it be? No.
III. PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Existing Water Supply System A. EPA Public Water System (PWS) Identification Number: WY5600788 B. Groundwater (1) Number of Wells: 2 wells (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): White River Formation (“Brule Aquifer”) (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): 1,000 gpm C. Surface Water (1) Source Name(s): N/A (2) Type of Diversion(s) (Headgate, Infiltration Gallery, Pumps, Etc.): N/A (3) Total Average Diversion Yield (CFS of GPM): N/A D. Springs (1) Name of Spring(s): N/A (2) Total Average Production Yield of All Springs (CFS or GPM): N/A E. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? Yes, an identification of existing water rights will be part of the 2020 LaGrange Water Master Plan, Level I Study (scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2021). F. Transmission Pipeline (1) Maximum Capacity of the Transmission Pipeline(s) (Gallons per Day): Unknown (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Gallons per Day): Yes
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 2 OF 8 (3) Approximate Distance from Source(s) to Distribution System: Less than 100 feet (4) Transmission Pipe Diameter(s): 12-inch (5) Type of Transmission Pipe Material(s): C 900, PVC (6) Age of Transmission Pipeline(s): 39 years old (7) Condition of Transmission Pipeline(s): Fair (8) Does the applicant possess clear title to transmission corridor easements? Yes, except for a short stretch that has a 99-year lease. G. Water Storage (1) Raw (Volume and Tank Description): 300,000-gallon steel tank on the ground (2) Treated (Volume and Tank Description): N/A H. Treatment (1) Specify Water Treatment (None, Chlorination, Filtration, Etc.): N/A
2. Existing Water Distribution System A. Is the water use metered? Yes B. Are billings based on meter readings? No C. Identify unmetered usage (e.g., irrigation of parks, cemeteries, fire protection, etc.): Parks and fire protection. D. Average Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 430 gpcpd E. Maximum Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): Unknown F. Peak Hourly Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): 772 gpcpd G. Distribution Pipe Diameter(s): 12-inch, 8-inch, 6-inch, & 3-inch lines H. Type of Distribution Pipe Material(s): PVC “Certainteed” Pipe I. Age of Distribution Pipeline(s): 39 years old J. Condition of Distribution Pipeline(s): Fair K. Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): Unknown ~10% L. Describe any fire flow protection that the system provides: Fire flow is provided to the LaGrange Heritage Square, the Chapel, and girls dorm with sprinklers. The rest is provided with fire hydrants. M. What water conservation measures are employed? None N. Is there an independent raw water irrigation system? No (1) Raw Water System Capacity (Gallons per Day): N/A (2) Average Annual Raw Water Usage (Gallons per Year): N/A
3. Demographic Information and Existing Water Service Area A. Population (2010 Census): 448 B. Current Population Estimate: 435 C. Does the applicant have a comprehensive planning boundary? No D. How many taps are served within the corporate limits/JPB service area? 149 E. How many taps are served outside of the corporate limits/JPB service area? 2 F. Identify names of other water system served: None G. Identify any existing planning reports (municipal or county) that address growth management in the project area. Provide titles and how copies of the reports could be obtained: None
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 3 OF 8 4. Financial Information A. Rates (1) Tap Fee(s) – Residential: $1,550 per residential tap (2) Tap Fee(s) – Commercial: $1,550 per commercial tap (3) Average Residential Monthly Water Bill and Corresponding Gallons Used: $20.00/month unlimited usage (4) Water Rates (Provide rates for all tiers and categories of use. Attach additional pages as needed.): $20.00 per month for residential users and $20.00 per month for commercial users. $205.44 per month for the elementary school; $20.00 per month for seven students in the dorms for Frontier School of the Bible (5) Identify any local conditions that affect water rates (e.g., flow-through for frost prevention, etc.): N/A B. Financial Statement (of Water Utility) (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Water Sales: $ 44,465 b. Annual Revenues from Tap Fees: $ 1,550 c. Annual Revenues from Other Sources: $ 1,500 d. Total Annual Revenues: $ 47,515 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 34,000 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ 0 c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 0 d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: $ 0 e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ 0 f. Total Annual Payments: $ 34,000 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund (Water): $ 170,000 b. Balance in Emergency Fund (General): $ 168,000 c. Annual Cost of Water Quality Testing: $ 2,500 (4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? No a. If not, how is the difference subsidized? General funds
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Town of LaGrange, Goshen County, Wyoming Population 448. Elevation 4590 ft-msl
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Panoramic view of the Town of LaGrange from water tower location
Well #1
Well #2
300,000 Gallon Tank
Booster Pump Station
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS
Project Name: Pavillion Groundwater Supply Program: New Development
Project Type: Municipal Water System County: Fremont
Sponsor: Town of Pavillion
WWDO Recommendation: Level II Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
A Level II feasibility study to investigate developing an additional groundwater supply well for the Town of Pavillion.
Project Manager: Keith Clarey, P.G.
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Town of Pavillion is requesting a Level II feasibility study to evaluate the siting, construction, and testing of a new test/production well for use as a redundant groundwater supply and to use as a future supply for the Town’s water system. In addition, the Town desires a water source with better water quality than the existing system. The Pavillion Water Master Plan, Level I Study which is currently in progress and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2021, has already identified the need for a Level II groundwater supply study as being the next step in the process.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation:
Project Level Chapter Session Account Appropriation Reversion Year Pavillion Water Supply III 28 1994 I $ 400,000 1999 Pavillion Area Water I 48/39 2008/10 I $ 173,500 2010/12 Supply/Extension Pavillion Water Supply II 1 2011 I $ 100,000 2014 Pavillion Water System III 141 2013 I $ 214,500 2018 Improvements Pavillion Water Master Plan I 150 2020 I $ 135,000 2023
2. Describe the location of the project:
The proposed Level II study area includes the Town of Pavillion and the adjacent portions of Fremont County surrounding the Town. The area is located within the Wind River Basin.
3. Summarize the request:
The Town of Pavillion is requesting a Level II test well construction feasibility study to provide future additional supply and to provide redundancy for the Town’s water system. In addition, the Town desires a water source with better water quality than the existing system.
4. Summarize the reasons for the request:
The Town of Pavillion desires water system redundancy and additional water supply, preferably of better quality.
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 1 OF 7 II. WWDC ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? Yes 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct I - Priority 6: LII Feasibility Studies
3. Will the project serve at least 15 water taps? Yes A. Number of Taps: 115 (111 inside + 4 outside) 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they (RUS, SRF, other)? RUS, SRF, etc. 5. Is the Sponsor under any federal (EPA) mandates to improve its system? (e.g., Administrative Orders, violations, actions taken, etc.)? No 6. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? No, past WWDC studies have not found a feasible regionalized option for the Town. Yes, the Sponsor will consider regional opportunities during the course of this Level II study, if any. 7. What is monthly water bill for 5,000 gallons? $69.50 A. 20,000 Gallons? $174.50 8. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes A. Should it be? No
III. PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Existing Water Supply System A. EPA Public Water System (PWS) Identification Number: WY5600039C B. Groundwater (1) Number of Wells: 5 wells, although 1 well will likely be abandoned. (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): The upper part of the Wind River Formation. (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): The 4 producing wells can deliver 150 gpm combined, but this is not a reliable yield because the wells can only be pumped a few hours each day. C. Surface Water (1) Source Name(s): None (2) Type of Diversion(s) (Headgate, Infiltration Gallery, Pumps, Etc.): N/A (3) Total Average Diversion Yield (CFS of GPM): N/A D. Springs (1) Name of Spring(s): None (2) Total Average Production Yield of All Springs (CFS or GPM): N/A E. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? The Town of Pavillion has water rights for their source and water rights were discussed with the Board of Control office in Riverton with no concerns identified. F. Transmission Pipeline (1) Maximum Capacity of the Transmission Pipeline(s) (Gallons per Day): It can supply the estimated needed peak user demand of about 75 gpm, plus provide fire flows of about 750 gpm. (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Gallons per Day): An increase is not needed at this time.
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 2 OF 7 (3) Approximate Distance from Source(s) to Distribution System: About 2,200 feet from the wells to the smaller tank and then about 1,800 feet from the gravity tank back to the distribution system. (4) Transmission Pipe Diameter(s): From the gravity tank to the system is a 10-inch line. (5) Type of Transmission Pipe Material(s): Believed to be PVC. (6) Age of Transmission Pipeline(s): The 10-inch line from the supply (gravity) tank back to the distribution system was installed in 1995. (7) Condition of Transmission Pipeline(s): Believed to be in good condition. (8) Does the applicant possess clear title to transmission corridor easements? Yes G. Water Storage (1) Raw (Volume and Tank Description): 16-foot tall, 43,000-gallon bolted steel tank (2) Treated (Volume and Tank Description): 56-foot tall, 224,000-gallon bolted steel standpipe. Appears to be in good condition (erected in 1995), however, being a standpipe, not all the volume is of value. H. Treatment (1) Specify Water Treatment (None, Chlorination, Filtration, Etc.): Chlorination only
2. Existing Water Distribution System A. Is the water use metered? Yes, although meters are old and need to be replaced. There already is a plan for meter replacement. B. Are billings based on meter readings? Yes C. Identify unmetered usage (e.g., irrigation of parks, cemeteries, fire protection, etc.): Very limited unmetered water usage, as there is a separate raw water irrigation system for watering parks, green areas, and private lawns. Unmetered water usage is used for the periodic flushing of fire hydrants. D. Average Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): About 80 gpcpd E. Maximum Day Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): About 125 gpcpd F. Peak Hourly Demand Water Usage (Gallons per Capita per Day): About 240 gpcpd during peak hour G. Distribution Pipe Diameter(s): Mostly 6-inch, some 8-inch H. Type of Distribution Pipe Material(s): Believed to be PVC, but not certain of distribution system pipe. I. Age of Distribution Pipeline(s): Most of the distribution system is believed to be about 75 years old. J. Condition of Distribution Pipeline(s): Pipe is believed to be in acceptable condition. K. Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): Believed to be low, cannot estimate very well due to needed upgrades in both source water meters and water user meters. L. Describe any fire flow protection that the system provides: The system provides fire flows. Based on flowing of hydrants, the system should be able to provide at least 750 gpm and in places up to 1,000 gpm. M. What water conservation measures are employed? There is a separate raw water system and metered water usage is charged at $7.00/1,000 gallons which is a rate that encourages conservation. Typical household usage of about 4,000 gallons/month reflects this point. N. Is there an independent raw water irrigation system? Yes (1) Raw Water System Capacity (Gallons per Day): Not known, has been adequate. (2) Average Annual Raw Water Usage (Gallons per Year): Only operational in summer; about 68-ac-ft.
3. Demographic Information and Existing Water Service Area A. Population (2010 Census): 231 B. Current Population Estimate: 232 (Dept. of A&I) C. Does the applicant have a comprehensive planning boundary? No
2022 RECOMMENDATION MUNICIPAL/JOINT POWERS WATER BOARD WATER SYSTEMS PAGE 3 OF 7 D. How many taps are served within the corporate limits/JPB service area? 111 E. How many taps are served outside of the corporate limits/JPB service area? 4 F. Identify names of other water system served: None, although the loadout station is used by Fremont County rural residents that haul water to their cisterns. G. Identify any existing planning reports (municipal or county) that address growth management in the project area. Provide titles and how copies of the reports could be obtained: No planning reports, however, the Fremont County Planner was contacted and their office does not expect growth of any significance in the future for the Town of Pavillion.
4. Financial Information A. Rates (1) Tap Fee(s) – Residential: $1,100 per ¾-inch tap; $1,200 for a 1-inch tap (2) Tap Fee(s) – Commercial: Same as above. (3) Average Residential Monthly Water Bill and Corresponding Gallons Used: 4,000 gallons used on average = $62.50 (4) Water Rates (Provide rates for all tiers and categories of use. Attach additional pages as needed.): Base rate of $62.50 per month for residential users, which includes 4,000 gallons. Usage above this amount is at $7.00/1,000 gallons. Commercial users at $69.50, also includes 4,000 gallons. (5) Identify any local conditions that affect water rates (e.g., flow-through for frost prevention, etc.): None B. Financial Statement (of Water Utility) (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Water Sales: $ 83,000 Not b. Annual Revenues from Tap Fees: $ counted on. c. Annual Revenues from Other Sources: (loadout facility) $ 12,000 d. Total Annual Revenues: $ 95,000 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 89,300 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ none c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 5,700 d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: (incl. above in (c) $ none e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ 0 f. Total Annual Payments: $ 95,000 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 34,000 Included b. Balance in Emergency Fund: $ above c. Annual Cost of Water Quality Testing: $ 2,000 (4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? Yes
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Town of Pavillion, Fremont County, Wyoming Population 231, Elevation 5690 ft-msl
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION AGRICULTURAL WATER PROJECTS
Project Name: West Afton/Nield String Master Plan Program: Rehabilitation
Project Type: Agricultural Irrigation Supply County: Lincoln
Sponsor: West Afton/Nield String Sprinkler Companies
WWDO Recommendation: Level I Proposed Budget: $TBD
Recommend waiving, for this Level only, the requirement that the Sponsor be a public entity.
Basis for the Funding Recommendation: The Sponsor is eligible for a Planning Program irrigation system master plan based on the WWDC Operating Criteria allowing the requirement to be a public entity to be waived for Level I studies. The Sponsors have both initiated the process to become an Irrigation District (see Page 11 for related correspondence). This study will inventory and evaluate the current condition of the irrigation system and identify deficiencies and provide a schedule for improvements with cost estimates.
Project Manager: Mabel Jones
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The West Afton and Nield String Sprinkler Companies have requested a Level I Reconnaissance Irrigation Master Plan to inventory and assess their system(s) and provide guidance for the planning and phasing of future rehabilitation and upgrades.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation: The project Sponsors have not received funding for prior WWDO projects.
2. Describe the location of the project: The project area encompasses just under 1500 acres in the Upper Star Valley adjacent to and just west of the town of Afton, Wyoming. The source stream is Swift Creek which flows west to its’ confluence with the Salt River (110.9498166°W 42.7258642°).
3. Summarize the request: The West Afton and Nield String Sprinkler Companies (Companies) are requesting a reconnaissance study to determine the current condition and future needs for agricultural water delivery to 101 landowners. The pipeline serving both Companies originates at a common diversion structure at the mouth of Swift Creek Canyon just east of Afton. The pipeline is estimated to be 12 to 14 miles in length and provides gravity flow irrigation water to the service area. The Level I study will examine the condition of the agricultural irrigation system to provide the Companies with guidance for planning and phasing future rehabilitation and upgrades.
4. Summarize the reasons for the request: The irrigation systems were installed in 1976 (West Afton) and 1961 (Nield String). The conveyances include both metal pipe and PVC and when leakage is discovered within the system it is considerable. Currently, the diversion feeding the system functions well. There are minor issues with the headgates and the diversion screens need to be replaced.
The condition of the pipeline is not documented. Some sections of pipe have recently been replaced or repaired when problems surface. However, a comprehensive assessment of needs is lacking making it difficult for the Companies to prioritize major maintenance and rehabilitation projects. Operation of the system could be improved with additional measuring devices. As ownership of properties change hands or land use changes, future rehabilitation and additional gaging will be of benefit to ensure water is used efficiently and allocated appropriately.
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1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? No A. If not, is the recommendation for a Level I study or Level I or II study for a dam and reservoir project? Yes 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct II - Priority 8: LI Reconnaissance Studies (Use Attachment III of the operating criteria.) 3. Will the project serve at least 1,000 water righted acres? Yes A. Number of Acres: 1468 (combined) West Afton: 837 acres; Nield String: 631 acres. 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they? Multiple Programs Administered by NRCS 5. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? The Sponsors are seeking solutions which jointly meet the needs of both of the Company’s service areas. Swift Creek also provides municipal water for the Town of Afton and irrigation for the Grover area. Regional solutions which would bring these other groups together are not actively being considered. 6. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes A. Should it be? The Star Valley and Afton area are currently undergoing change and experiencing pressure due to growth and land sales given the desirability of the area. The Sponsor’s infrastructure flanks the town of Afton on both the north and south sides and the service area is west of and adjacent to the town of Afton. The Sponsors feel a reconnaissance study identifying rehabilitation needs and key areas which would benefit from the installation of measurement devices is important to maintain current agricultural operations and to respond to growth.
III. PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Existing Water Supply System A. Description of Direct Flow Supply (1) Direct Flow Diversion Right (CFS): 40 cfs (2) Direct Flow Source (Name of River, Stream, etc.): Swift Creek (3) Type of Diversion (Headgate, Pump, etc.): Headgate (4) Water Transmission System (Canal, Pipeline, etc.): Pipeline B. Description of Stored Water Supply (1) Name(s) of Storage Facility (Reservoir): N/A (2) Location: N/A (3) Amount of Stored Water Right (Acre-Feet): N/A (4) Is any of the stored supply obtained from a federal facility? N/A a. Percent of Total Supply from Federal Facility: N/A b. Amount of Stored Supply from Federal Facility (Acre-Feet): N/A c. Name(s) of Federal Facility: N/A C. Description of Groundwater Supply (1) Number of Wells: N/A (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): N/A (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): N/A
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D. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? Yes E. System Capacity (1) Maximum Capacity of the Water Supply System (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 40 CFS (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): N/A F. Water Usage (1) Estimate of Total Water Provided by the System Annually (Acre-Feet per Year): 7,722 (2) Average Day Demand (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 32 cfs (3) Maximum Day Demand (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 32 cfs
2. Existing Service Area and On-Farm Information A. Service Area Information (1) How many total acres are in the district? 2000 (combined) (2) How many acres are assessed? 1468 (combined) (3) How many acres are irrigated? 1468 (combined) (4) What is the annual water delivery assessed (acre-feet per acre)? N/A (5) How many individual land owners receive water? 101 (combined) B. On-Farm Information (1) What is the normal irrigation season (e.g., May 1 – Sept. 30)? May 15 to September 15 (2) What type(s) of on-farm irrigation water applications is used (e.g., center pivot, side roll, flood, etc.)? Hand lines and wheel lines. (3) Briefly describe the main crops and cropping patterns: Alfalfa hay in rotation with small grains, grass/alfalfa mixed hay, grass hay and grass utilized for grazing. (4) Describe the water measuring devices currently in use: N/A (5) Percentage of Farm Turnouts with Measuring Devices: None (6) Are water deliveries recorded? No (7) Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): 10 to 15% (8) What water conservation measures are employed by the Sponsor? Members repair broken pipes, leaky and broken rainbirds and broken risers as needed. The Nield String Sprinkler Company has replaced a significant amount of pipe over the last 20 years.
3. Financial Information A. District Financing (1) Is the assessment based on acres, acre-feet delivered, acre-feet of storage, or other (specify)? Acres (2) How is voting authority delegated to water users (e.g., shares, individuals, number of acres, etc.)? Number of Acres
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(3) What is the per-unit amount of the current assessment? Fee Schedule for West Afton Sprinkler Company Less than 2 acres $35 per lot 2-5 acres $12 per acre 5.1-15 acres $10 per acre Greater than 35 acres $6 per acre Fee Schedule for Nield String Sprinkler Company Less than 5 acres $50 per lot Greater than 5 acres $10 per acre
(4) Is there is a basic service charge or first acre assessment in addition to assessments? If so, specify amount: N/A B. Financial Statement (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Assessments: $ 8,090 b. Annual Revenues from Other Sources: $ 0 c. Total Annual Revenues: $ 8,090 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 2,000 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ 0 c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 1,500 d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: $ 2,000 e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ 2,590 f. Total Annual Payments: $ 8,090 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund: $ 54,958 b. Balance in Emergency Fund: $ 10,000 c. Explanation (If Needed): N/A
(4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? Yes
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West Afton and Nield/String LI Study Site Visit Photos
Swift Creek Canyon
West Afton Service Area
Nield/String Service Area
Salt River Range. Swift Creek Canyon is at the center of the image. West Afton and Nield/String service areas are north (left) and south (right) of State Highway 238 respectively.
Swift Creek Canyon. Swift Creek is a reliable water source for hydropower, municipal/domestic use, and irrigation. Swift Creek is a popular fishery and Intermittent Spring is a recreation destination. The WASC and Nield/String Diversion off Swift Creek (right) carries water approximately 200 feet to a second diversion which provides water, via the pipelines, to the Sponsor’s irrigation service areas
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Secondary Diversion to Company Pipelines (above). The system is entirely gravity fed from a pipeline starting at the secondary diversion shown above. The near headgate services the West Afton Sprinkler Company and the pipeline flows west along the northern edge of the town of Afton.
The Nield/String pipeline originates at the far headgate and extends to the south along the base of the Salt River foothills (shown below) and then heads west to the service area along the southern edge of the town of Afton.
Swift Creek Canyon Approximate Location of Secondary Pipeline Diversion
Air Pressure Relief Valves for Nield/String Pipeline
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West Afton and Nield/String Sprinkler Companies service area (see photos for reference) includes a diverse membership and uses including hay production, winter feeding grounds, small acreage owners, rural residential housing, community amenities and a subdivision.
The conveyance pipelines for both Companies flank the town of Afton extending along roads, under parking areas and in places are in close proximity to private and community owned infrastructure.
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LETTERS REGARDING STATUS OF SPRINKLER COMPANIES
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2022 WATER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION AGRICULTURAL WATER PROJECTS
Project Name: Dowlin Diversion Rehabilitation Program: Rehabilitation
Project Type: Agricultural Irrigation Supply County: Albany
Sponsor: City of Laramie
WWDO Recommendation: Level II Proposed Budget: $TBD
Basis for the Funding Recommendation:
The Sponsor is eligible for a Level II Rehabilitation Study for this diversion structure on the Laramie River. The project was identified in the Upper Laramie River Watershed Study. The study is recommended to evaluate and develop design options for the diversion which provide efficient water delivery, increase operator safety and enhance fish passage.
Project Manager: Mabel Jones
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Laramie has requested a Level II feasibility study to examine the current condition of the Dowlin Diversion and provide conceptual designs and cost estimates for future rehabilitation of the structure to improve water deliveries and enhance fish passage.
1. Existing and Prior Legislation:
Project Level Chapter Session Account Appropriation Reversion Year Laramie Water Master Plan I 74 2014 I $ 250,000 2017 Upper Laramie River Watershed I 168 2015 I $ 375,000 2018 Study
2. Describe the location of the project:
The project is located in the Laramie Basin approximately 12 miles southwest of the community of Laramie (City) (N41.21998° W105.68749°). The source of water for the Dowlin Diversion is the northeasterly flowing Laramie River. The service area for the project includes 2500 irrigated acres of land held by the City (1400 acres) and private landowners. The diversion structure and headgates are on property owned by the Bath Land Company (see attached statement of support). The City acquired their property in 1981 with the long-term plan of providing municipal water supplies for approximately 7000 homes.
3. Summarize the request:
The Sponsor is requesting a rehabilitation study to examine the current condition of the Dowlin Diversion and provide conceptual designs and cost estimates for future rehabilitation to upgrade and manage water delivery. The diversion structure was identified as a priority for rehabilitation in both the WWDC 2016 Upper Laramie Watershed Study and the 2015 Laramie Water Master Plan. Reconnaissance level designs to enhance fish passage were presented in the 2016 Study.
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The existing diversion was constructed over 100 years ago. Rehabilitation of the diversion will improve efficiency and reliability of water delivery, enhance operational safety of both the diversion and intake (especially during high water), reduce major and routine maintenance, and provide for fish passage.
Some loss of water occurs in both the diversion and at the headgates. During low water years, to maintain minimum flows in the Laramie River, the diversion base is tarped to prevent leakage. The City has done a good job with routine maintenance to keep the system operational. However, operating aging infrastructure presents what are often unforeseen challenges. Operational hazards are a primary concern. During high water, operation of the diversion is hazardous due to the elevation of the walk way, accumulation of woody debris and ease at which gates can be adjusted. The Upper Laramie River Level I Watershed Study (2016) recognized the Dowlin Diversion as one of the top two fish barriers in the watershed. The diversion impacts fish passage on 27.2 river miles including 9.3 miles downstream and 17.9 miles upstream of the structure.
II. WWDC ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is the Sponsor a public entity? Yes A. If not, is the recommendation for a Level I study or Level I or II study for a dam and reservoir project? N/A 2. Project Priority According to WWDO Criteria: Acct II - Priority 7: LII Feasibility Studies (Use Attachment III of the operating criteria.) 3. Will the project serve at least 1,000 water righted acres? Yes A. Number of Acres: 2,527 4. Is the sponsor eligible for funding from other state or federal programs? Yes A. If so, what are they? The Sponsor has identified partners whose programs may be able to provide funding for construction including the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resources Trust, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Laramie Rivers Conservation District. 5. Is the Sponsor currently served by a regionalized water supply system (specify)? No Or will the Sponsor consider regional solutions to the purpose and needs of its water supply system? N/A 6. Can the project be delayed or staged? Yes A. Should it be? On the heals of the Watershed Study and other efforts to enhance the Laramie River this project has strong community support and implementation has the potential for significant financial support from partners. Given future budget uncertainties the City would like to be in a position to act on this project as soon as the opportunity avails itself. The City has allocated funds for improvements to the turnout headgate. Cost savings could be seen if work on the headgate improvements are timed to pair with rehabilitation of the Dowlin Diversion.
III. PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Existing Water Supply System A. Description of Direct Flow Supply (1) Direct Flow Diversion Right (CFS): 36.10 (2) Direct Flow Source (Name of River, Stream, etc.): Laramie River (3) Type of Diversion (Headgate, Pump, etc.): Headgate (4) Water Transmission System (Canal, Pipeline, etc.): Canal B. Description of Stored Water Supply (1) Name(s) of Storage Facility (Reservoir): N/A
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(2) Location: N/A (3) Amount of Stored Water Right (Acre-Feet): N/A (4) Is any of the stored supply obtained from a federal facility? N/A a. Percent of Total Supply from Federal Facility: N/A b. Amount of Stored Supply from Federal Facility (Acre-Feet): N/A c. Name(s) of Federal Facility: N/A C. Description of Groundwater Supply (1) Number of Wells: N/A (2) Primary Supply Aquifer(s) or Formation(s): N/A (3) Total Average Production Yield of All Wells (GPM): N/A D. Water Rights (1) For the water source supply (or supplies) described above, does the Sponsor possess valid and/or adjudicated water rights? Yes E. System Capacity (1) Maximum Capacity of the Water Supply System (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 50 CFS (2) Increased Capacity Needed (If Known) (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): N/A F. Water Usage (1) Estimate of Total Water Provided by the System Annually (Acre-Feet per Year): 7,200 (2) Average Day Demand (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 30 CFS (3) Maximum Day Demand (Acre-Feet per Day or CFS): 36 CFS
2. Existing Service Area and On-Farm Information A. Service Area Information (1) How many total acres are in the district? 2,527 (2) How many acres are assessed? N/A (3) How many acres are irrigated? 2,527 (4) What is the annual water delivery assessed (acre-feet per acre)? N/A (5) How many individual land owners receive water? 2 individuals, 1 municipality B. On-Farm Information (1) What is the normal irrigation season (e.g., May 1 – Sept. 30)? April 1 to September 30 (2) What type(s) of on-farm irrigation water applications is used (e.g., center pivot, side roll, flood, etc.)? Flood and Center Pivot. (3) Briefly describe the main crops and cropping patterns: Single cutting grass hay and two cuttings (245 acres) alfalfa hay. (4) Describe the water measuring devices currently in use: Teledyne Isco Data Loggers with A/V Sensors or Ultrasonic Sensors and Parshall Flumes (5) Percentage of Farm Turnouts with Measuring Devices: 100% (6) Are water deliveries recorded? Yes (7) Estimated System Water Losses (Percentage): 10% (8) What water conservation measures are employed by the Sponsor?
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Water measurement, timing of irrigation and soils/crop management by an agronomist
3. Financial Information A. District Financing (1) Is the assessment based on acres, acre-feet delivered, acre-feet of storage, or other (specify)? N/A (2) How is voting authority delegated to water users (e.g., shares, individuals, number of acres, etc.)? N/A (3) What is the per-unit amount of the current assessment? N/A (4) Is there is a basic service charge or first acre assessment in addition to assessments? If so, specify amount: N/A B. Financial Statement (1) Revenues a. Annual Revenues Generated from Assessments: $ 0 b. Annual Revenues from Other Sources (*Grazing Lease/Hay): $ 100,000* c. Total Annual Revenues: $ 100,000 (2) Expenditures a. Annual Budget for Operation and Maintenance Expenses: $ 115,588 b. Annual Payments for Debt Retirement: $ N/A c. Annual Payments to a Repair and Replacement Fund: $ N/A d. Annual Payments to an Emergency Fund: $ N/A e. Annual Payments for Other Purposes: $ N/A f. Total Annual Payments: $ 0 (3) Other a. Balance in Repair and Replacement Fund: $ N/A b. Balance in Emergency Fund: $ N/A c. Explanation (If Needed): The Monolith Ranch budget is subsidized by additional monies from the City of Laramie Water Enterprise Fund if necessary. (4) Is the operation of the water system self-supporting in terms of revenues offsetting costs for operation, maintenance, debt retirement, replacement funds, emergency funds, etc.? No a. If not, how is the difference subsidized? Differences are subsidized through the City of Laramie Water Enterprise Fund.
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Dowlin Diversion Level II Project Application Site Visit
Headgate Turnout
Dowlin Diversion
The Dowlin Diversion, on the Laramie River, is designed for flows up to 50 cfs. The site visit was conducted at low flow in March of 2021. TOP LEFT: Dowlin diversion, diversion pool and headgate for City turnout and Bath Ranch turnout TOP RIGHT: Early spring low flows to Laramie River. BOTTOM: Dowlin Diversion at High water. Operator safety is a concern during high water runoff (photos from Gary Browning and City of Laramie).
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ABOVE: Turnout headgate to City property and Bath property with Sheep Mountain in the background. BELOW: Piling downstream of the diversion (left), inlet to turnout headgates (center), and woody debris removed from both structures (right).
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STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 15, 2021 TO: Wyoming Water Development Commission FROM: Andrew Linch P.E., Dam & Reservoir Division SUBJECT: Amendment Two to Lake DeSmet/Healy Reservoir Utilization, Level II Study
This memo is to serve as an explanation for Amendment Two to the Lake DeSmet/Healy Reservoir Utilization, Level II Study. The amendment extends the current contract expiration date with Engineering Associates from June 30, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
One of the primary objectives of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of conveying water from Lake DeSmet (Powder River drainage) to the Tongue River drainage where calls by Montana place post-1950 water rights in Wyoming at risk of curtailment. An important part of this analysis included comparing the cost of contracting for water stored in Tongue River Reservoir (TRR), that has not been historically put to beneficial use, to the costs of building a pump station and transmission line, or other means of transferring Lake DeSmet water into the Tongue River drainage. The Northern Cheyenne Tribe (NCT) holds two storage rights in TRR which amount to 7,500 A-F and 20,000 A-F. Discussions with them indicate that some of this water could be available to contract, and may be used as replacement water for post-1950 water users in Wyoming in the case of a call from Montana.
A meeting was held with the NCT in 2020 where water lease concepts were discussed, including potential contract terms. As a result, the NCT wanted to conduct a value study before formally responding to a request for a cost per A-F. Due to the critical nature of this information and its bearing on the study analysis, it was decided to delay the draft report until a response was received from the NCT. Ultimately, the NCT provided information in January of 2021. Once the information was received, the Consultant was able to complete and submit the draft report. The Consultant has been completing their scope of work on time and as instructed by the Office. The delay associated with this amendment was outside their control.
In short, Amendment Two to the project serves to provide additional time to account for this unforeseen delay and to restore the original schedule allotment for wrapping up the project and draft report. The additional time will also allow for discussions with stakeholders and for coordination with the AG’s Office to ensure Yellowstone River Compact details are addressed properly.
Encl., Amendment Two to Consultant Contract for Services No. 05SC0297836 Lake DeSmet/Healy Reservoir Utilization, Level II Study
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AMENDMENT TWO TO CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR SERVICES NO. 05SC0297836 LAKE DESMET/HEALY RESERVOIR UTILIZATION, LEVEL II STUDY BETWEEN WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES
1. Parties. This Amendment is made and entered into by and between the Wyoming Water Development Commission [Commission], whose address is: 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002; and Engineering Associates, (Consultant), whose address is: 902 13th Street Cody, WY 82414.
2. Purpose of Amendment. This Amendment shall constitute the second amendment to the Contract between the Commission and the Consultant. The purpose of this Amendment is to extend the term of the contract through June 30, 2022.
The original Contract, dated March 25, 2019, required the Consultant to render certain technical and professional services for a total Contact amount of two hundred sixty-eight thousand dollars and no cents ($268,000.00) with an expiration date of June 30, 2021.
Amendment One, dated May 22, 2020, named Engineering Associates as successor in interest to Entech, Inc. and did not change the Contract amount or expiration date.
3. Term of the Amendment. This Amendment shall commence upon the date the last required signature is affixed hereto (Effective Date), and shall remain in full force and effect through the term of the Contract, as amended, unless terminated at an earlier date pursuant to the provisions of the Contract, or pursuant to federal or state statute, rule or regulation.
4. Amendments.
A. The second sentence of Section 3 of the original Contract is hereby amended to read as follows:
“The term of the Contract is from March 25, 2019 through June 30, 2022.”
5. Amended Responsibilities of the Consultant.
Responsibilities of the Consultant have not changed.
6. Amended Responsibilities of the Commission.
Responsibilities of the Commission have not changed.
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7. Special Provisions.
A. Same Terms and Conditions. With the exception of items explicitly delineated in this Amendment, all terms and conditions of the original Contract, and any previous amendments, between the Commission and the Consultant, including but not limited to sovereign immunity, shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
B. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts. Each counterpart, when executed and delivered, shall be deemed an original and all counterparts together shall constitute one and the same Amendment. Delivery by the Consultant of an originally signed counterpart of this Amendment by PDF shall be followed up immediately by delivery of the originally signed counterpart to the Commission.
8. General Provisions.
A. Entirety of Contract. The Original Contract, consisting of fourteen (14) pages; Attachment A, consisting of fourteen (14) pages; Attachment B, consisting of one (1) page; Amendment One, consisting of three (3) pages; and this Amendment Two, consisting of three (3) pages, represent the entire and integrated Contract between the parties and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements whether written or oral.
THE REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE WAS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
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9. Signatures. The parties to this Amendment, through their duly authorized representatives, have executed this Amendment on the dates set out below, and certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Amendment.
This Amendment is not binding on either party until approved by A&I Procurement and the Governor of the State of Wyoming or his designee, if required by Wyo. Stat. § 9-2- 1016(b)(iv).
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION:
______Clinton Glick Date Chairman
______Ronald E. Kailey, Jr. Date Secretary
ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES
______Heath J. Overfield – CEO Date Employer Identification Number: 83-0211787
ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE: APPROVAL AS TO FORM
______Megan Pope Date Senior Assistant Attorney General
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THE STATE OF WYOMING Water Development Office 6920 YELLOWTAIL ROAD TELEPHONE: (307) 777-7626 CHEYENNE, WY 82002
MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 13, 2021 TO: Wyoming Water Development Commission FROM: Chace Tavelli, Planning Division SUBJECT: Amendment Four to LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation, Level II Study Contract
This memo serves as an explanation for Amendment Four to the LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation, Level II Study. Amendment Four adds budget and scope to the existing Project Management, Meetings, and Quality Assurance Task, adds new tasks for Site Characterization, Design Advancement, and adds a Discretionary Task. The total budget increase is $1,710,000.
The amended Project Management, Meetings, and Quality Assurance Task scope includes additional engagement of project stakeholders to provide information and increase awareness and understanding of the project. This Task also includes communication with other agencies, such as the NRCS and/or FEMA, that could be involved in the project to develop Cooperating Agreements and/or Memorandums of Understanding, share project information, and coordinate different project tasks. The Site Characterization Task includes a significant geotechnical field data collection program (mainly drilling) which represents the first of multiple phases required to thoroughly investigate the foundation and footprint of the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam. The Design Advancement Task includes efforts in nearly all aspects of the preferred design option to advance the project to preliminary design using input from the Site Characterization Task. The Discretionary Task will be used only by approval of the Office to accommodate unforeseen costs that may arise throughout the project.
Encl., Amendment Four to the LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation, Level II Study
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AMENDMENT FOUR TO CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR SERVICES NO. 05SC0297839 LAPRELE IRRIGATION DISTRICT REHABILITATION LEVEL II STUDY BETWEEN WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND RESPEC COMPANY, LLC
1. Parties. This Amendment is made and entered into by and between the Wyoming Water Development Commission [Commission], whose address is: 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002; and RESPEC COMPANY, LLC, formerly Re/Spec Inc. [Consultant], whose address is: 3824 Jet Drive, Rapid City, SD 57703.
2. Purpose of Amendment. This Amendment shall constitute the fourth amendment to the Contract between the Commission and the Consultant. The purpose of this Amendment is to: a) replace Attachment A4 with a new Attachment A5; b) amend the responsibilities of the Consultant; c) increase the total Contract dollar amount by one million, seven hundred ten thousand dollars ($1,710,000.00) to two million, nine hundred two thousand, six hundred dollars ($2,902,600.00); and d) extend the term of the Contract through June 30, 2023.
The original Contract, dated March 22, 2019, required the Consultant to perform a Level II rehabilitation study for the LaPrele Irrigation District for a total Contract amount of two hundred ninety thousand dollars ($290,000.00) with an expiration date of June 30, 2021.
Amendment One, dated November 19, 2019, amended the original Contract to: a) replace Attachment A with Attachment A2; and b) amend the responsibilities of the Consultant.
Amendment Two, dated June 19, 2020, amended the original Contract to: a) replace Attachment A2 with a new Attachment A3; b) amend the responsibilities of the Consultant; c) increase the total Contract dollar amount by seven hundred eight thousand, two hundred dollars ($708,200.00) to nine hundred ninety-eight thousand, two hundred dollars ($998,200.00); and d) extend the term of the Contract through June 30, 2022.
Amendment Three, dated April 2, 2021, amended the original Contract to: a) replace Attachment A3 with a new Attachment A4; b) amend the responsibilities of the Consultant; c) increase the total Contract dollar amount by one hundred ninety-four thousand, four hundred dollars ($194,400.00) to one million, one hundred ninety-two thousand, six hundred dollars ($1,192,600.00); and d) to acknowledge the restructuring of Re/Spec Inc. to its corporate organization with RESPEC Company, LLC as the new and surviving entity.
3. Term of the Amendment. This Amendment shall commence upon the date the last required signature is affixed hereto (Effective Date), and shall remain in full force and effect through the term of the Contract, as amended, unless terminated at an earlier date pursuant to the provisions of the Contract, or pursuant to federal or state statute, rule or regulation.
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4. Amendments.
A. The second sentence of Section 4.A. of the original Contract is hereby amended to read as follows:
“The total payment under this Contract shall not exceed two million, nine hundred two thousand, six hundred dollars ($2,902,600.00)."
B. Section 4.B. of the original Contract is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:
“B. Project Budget. The Project budget for each task included in Attachment A5 is as follows:
Task Estimated Cost
Phase I 1. Project Meetings $ 28,100.00 2. Information Review $ 10,300.00 3. Rockfall Hazard Analysis, Dam Structural Assessment $ 299,533.00 4. Economic Analysis and Project Financing $ 1,064.00 5. Discretionary Task $ 8,000.00 6. Draft Report $ 1,203.00
Phase I Total $ 348,200.00
Phase II 1. Project Management, Meetings, Quality Assurance $ 381,900.00 2. Information Review and Supporting Analysis $ 33,650.76 3. Alternatives Development $ 511,665.54 4. Alternative Cost and Constructability $ 73,683.70 5. Site Characterization $ 871,000.00 6. Design Advancement $ 505,000.00 7. Discretionary Task $ 150,000.00 8. Conceptual Design Report $ 27,500.00
Phase II Total $ 2,554,400.00
PROJECT TOTAL COST $ 2,902,600.00
The amounts for each task are estimates only, but are not to be exceeded unless authorized in writing by the Commission. The Contract total amount is controlling. Payment shall be made directly to the Consultant. The Consultant shall maintain hourly records of time worked by its personnel to support any audits the state or the Commission may require. Billing reports shall be submitted no more often than
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monthly for activities and costs accrued since the last billing report and shall be made on forms provided by the Office. The Consultant may use alternate billing forms if approved in advance by the Office project manager. A brief project progress report summarizing project activities in the billing period must be submitted with each billing.”
C. The second sentence of Section 3 of the original Contract is hereby amended to read as follows:
“The term of this Contract is from the Effective Date through June 30, 2023.”
5. Amended Responsibilities of the Consultant.
Responsibilities of the Consultant are hereby amended as follows:
A. As of the Effective Date of this Amendment, Attachment A4, Third Revised Scope of Services, which was attached to the original Contract, is superseded and replaced by Attachment A5, Fourth Revised Scope of Services, which is attached to this Amendment and incorporated into the original Contract by this reference. All references to “Attachment A4” in the original Contract, and in any amendments thereto, are amended to read: “Attachment A5”.
6. Amended Responsibilities of the Commission.
Responsibilities of the Commission have not changed.
7. Special Provisions.
A. Same Terms and Conditions. With the exception of items explicitly delineated in this Amendment, all terms and conditions of the original Contract, and any previous amendments, between the Commission and the Consultant, including but not limited to sovereign immunity, shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
B. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts. Each counterpart, when executed and delivered, shall be deemed an original and all counterparts together shall constitute one and the same Amendment. Delivery by the Consultant of an originally signed counterpart of this Amendment by PDF shall be followed up immediately by delivery of the originally signed counterpart to the Commission.
8. General Provisions.
A. Entirety of Contract. The Original Contract, consisting of fourteen (14) pages; Attachment A, Scope of Services, consisting of thirteen (13) pages; Attachment B,
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consisting of two (2) pages; Amendment One, consisting of four (4) pages; Attachment A2, Revised Scope of Services, consisting of eleven (11) pages; Amendment Two, consisting of four (4) pages; Attachment A3, Second Revised Scope of Services, consisting of twenty-two (22) pages; Amendment Three, consisting of four (4) pages; Attachment A4, Third Revised Scope of Services, consisting of twenty-three (23) pages; this Amendment Four, consisting of five (5) pages; and Attachment A5, Fourth Revised Scope of Services, consisting of twenty- nine (29) pages represent the entire and integrated Contract between the parties and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements whether written or oral.
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9. Signatures. The parties to this Amendment, through their duly authorized representatives, have executed this Amendment on the dates set out below, and certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Amendment.
This Amendment is not binding on either party until approved by A&I Procurement and the Governor of the State of Wyoming or his designee, if required by Wyo. Stat. § 9-2- 1016(b)(iv).
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION:
______Clinton Glick, Chairman Date
______Ronald E. Kailey, Jr., Secretary Date
RESPEC COMPANY, LLC:
______Jason Love, Senior Vice President of WNR Date Employer Identification Number: 46-0315848
ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE: APPROVAL AS TO FORM
______Megan Pope, Senior Assistant Attorney General Date
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ATTACHMENT A5 FOURTH REVISED SCOPE OF SERVICES
A. AUTHORIZATION
The Wyoming Legislature has authorized the Commission to conduct the study described herein. The Consultant will complete the tasks and requirements outlined in Section D. Scope of Services in this Attachment. The Commission, at its sole discretion and through duly authorized contract amendments, may request the Consultant to complete additional work phases beyond the following scope of services.
B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
1. Location: The LaPrele Irrigation District is located west and south of Douglas, Wyoming, along Interstate 25 in Converse County, and lies within the North Platte River Basin.
2. Purpose: To perform a Level II rehabilitation study for the LaPrele Irrigation District to include looking at design and permitting for LaPrele Dam rehabilitation and/or replacement options.
3. History: The LaPrele Irrigation District supply system is made up of 3 reservoirs, siphons, tunnels, and open ditch canals. The District requested a Level II study to analyze the potential for rock falling from the canyon and striking the dam. During the study, some cracking in buttress number 17 was identified which led to further analysis of the entire structure. The analysis concluded that there is significant cracking throughout the dam, concrete strengths are less than ideal, and the dam has reached its life expectancy. Following this assessment, an alternatives analysis was conducted to consider options for infilling the existing dam or replacement with downstream alternatives. Five alternatives were identified, including infilling the existing structure. A preferred alternative, roller compacted concrete, was identified. The future work to be done will be design and permitting.
Previous Reports: • LaPrele Irrigation Project: Section I, Soils and Drainage, Section II, Seepage and Water Loss Study, Section III, Hydrologic study • LaPrele Level III Development Plan, Interim Report • Priority Improvements of the LaPrele Irrigation Project: Estimates of Increased Returns to Irrigators • LaPrele Irrigation District Master Plan, Level I Study
Additional information may be found at the Water Resources Data System, located at the University of Wyoming.
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C. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
1. Monthly Progress Reports and Billing Statements
The Consultant shall submit a brief monthly progress report outlining the study status, progress, and results to date, regardless of whether or not a billing statement is submitted, on or before the last working day of the month.
Each billing statement must include a task-by-task report justifying the cost items contained in the billing statement. The monthly progress report may be used as the justification for the billing statement as long as all cost items covered in the billing statement are addressed in the progress report.
2. Computer Models, Geographic Information System (GIS), Statement of Assumptions, Project Work File
a. If the Consultant writes or uses a computer program or spreadsheet as a part of this project, the Consultant shall submit to the Commission for approval all proposed program names and data formats prior to beginning work on that task. All data shall be submitted to the Commission in written and digital forms with the final report. Digital media shall be labeled by the Consultant to provide sufficient detail to access the information on the media. User manuals shall be submitted by the Consultant to the Commission providing complete documentation of computer programs developed under this project. The user manuals shall also contain the source code language and the type of computer equipment necessary to operate the program(s). The computer programs and spreadsheets (written and digital forms) are due on the same date as the final report, which contains the information generated by the programs.
b. If the Consultant develops, collects, and/or uses GIS data as a part of this project, the Consultant shall do so in accordance with the WWDC GIS Standards Technical Memorandum utilizing provided Geodatabase Templates. Links to GIS Standards Technical Memorandum are available at http://water.geospatialhub.org/pages/wwdc-gis-standards. A webinar on required GIS Standards, hosted by WWDC and WRDS, will be available following consultant selection and is strongly recommended.
The Consultant shall adhere to the following GIS standards:
(i) FEATURE MAPPING. The Consultant shall acquire the appropriate Geodatabase Template for feature mapping from http://water.geospatialhub.org/search?groupIds=3e77928b1d0d498 58b8916ca63ca5ca4 prior to any GIS work. Five Geodatabase Templates are available and are specific to project type. These
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templates define the organization and naming requirements for feature classes, tables, and the required attributes within the feature classes. Data needed for the project and described in this contract may include core data or auxiliary data. Core data includes features which fit within one of the feature classes in the Geodatabase Template, whether newly created or acquired from another source. All core data shall be loaded into the Geodatabase Template and attributed according to the GIS data schema described in the GIS Standards Technical Memorandum. This shall include field attributes that indicate contract number, primary consultant, date modified, and accuracy. Auxiliary data sets, include features which do not fit within one of the feature classes in the Geodatabase Templates, whether newly created or acquired from another source. The auxiliary data can be linked to the templates or managed separately as needed for project completion.
(ii) FORMATS and STANDARDS. Metadata are required for the geodatabase file, each included feature class (including those obtained from another source) and for each newly created feature. Metadata shall be completed in accordance with the GIS Standards Technical Memorandum. A detailed example for feature class metadata is provided in the GIS Standards Technical Memorandum and included in the Geodatabase Templates. This includes required information and default language, where appropriate, for each of the five metadata sections. Feature-level metadata requirements are also described in the Memorandum. Codes or values used in attribute fields, which are not included as part of the core data templates, shall be defined in the metadata. GIS data shall be saved in a Decimal Degree Coordinate system with a NAD83 datum, specifically “GCS_North_American_1983,” as indicated in the GIS Standards Technical Memorandum. In addition to the Project geodatabase(s) and map file(s), GIS deliverables may also include linked nonspatial data/databases (.accdb, .xlsx), rasters (various formats), photographs (.jpg), maps (.pdf), and file integrated metadata references (.xml, .txt). Core data shall be delivered within the Geodatabase Template. Auxiliary data can be provided as .shp files and metadata are required.
(iii) MAPS. Project GIS deliverables shall be organized in such a way as to allow easy replication of the maps found in the final project report. The GIS project files should be provided as ESRI ArcGIS mxd files saved with relative path names to data sources.
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c. To facilitate the Commission’s accurate evaluation of the Consultant's work product, computations, conclusions and recommendations, the Consultant shall:
(i) Include in the final report a section describing the assumptions and methodology used by the Consultant in generating the data and conclusions contained in that chapter.
(ii) Maintain a project work file containing the materials used in project analysis. This file will be available for review by the Commission and should be organized in such a way as to allow replication of the steps and procedures used by the Consultant to reach the conclusions described in the study.
(iii) Prepare a project notebook containing a description of the assumptions and methodologies used in the project analysis. The notebook shall be organized in such a way as to allow replication of the steps, calculations, and procedures used by the Consultant to reach conclusions, described in the draft final report. The project notebook shall be submitted with the draft final report.
3. Cost Estimates
WWDC ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS
CONSTRUCTION COSTS Itemized Cost of Each Project Component $______$______$______$______Cost of Project Components TOTAL $______(subtotal #1)
Construction Engineering Cost (subtotal #1 x 10%) $______Components + Construction Engineering Costs $______(subtotal #2)
Contingency (subtotal #2 x 15%) $______Construction Cost Total (subtotal #2 + Contingency) $______(subtotal #3)
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PRE-CONSTRUCTION COSTS Preparation of Final Designs & Specifications (subtotal #1 x 10%) $______Permitting and Mitigation $______Legal Fees (Title of Opinion Only) $______Acquisition of Access and Rights of Way $______Pre-construction Costs Total $______(subtotal #4)
TOTAL WWDC Eligible PROJECT COST Total WWDC Eligible Project Cost (subtotal #3 + subtotal #4) $______(subtotal #5)
WWDC INELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS
Itemized Costs of Ineligible Project Components $______$______$______$______Additional Cost for Construction Engineering $______Additional Cost for Preparation of Final Designs & Specifications $______Total WWDC Ineligible Project Costs Total $______(subtotal #6)
TOTAL PROJECT COST
Total Project Cost (subtotal #5 + subtotal #6) $______
MATERIALS ONLY TOTAL
Materials Only Total Project Cost ((Subtotal #1 + (Subtotal #1 x 10%))
$______
Note: Any inflation costs, as determined by the Consultant and the Office project manager, will be applied to the Total Project Cost.
4. Final Report
The Consultant shall use the Contract Scope of Services as the outline for draft and final reports so that Consultant compliance with Contract provisions can be verified. If the final report contains information of an engineering nature, the cover of the final report, all plates, and the executive summary must be stamped and signed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Wyoming. If the final report contains information of a geologic nature, the cover of the final report, all
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plates, and the executive summary must be stamped and signed by a Professional Geologist licensed in the State of Wyoming. If the final report contains information of both an engineering and geologic nature, the cover of the final report, all plates, and the executive summary must be stamped and signed by both a Professional Engineer and a Professional Geologist licensed in the State of Wyoming.
5. Final Report - Digital Format
In addition to the paper submittal described in Section C.4 above, the Consultant shall also provide the final documents and related materials in a digital format. This digital report shall be contained on CD/DVD(s), USB drive(s), or other media as approved by the Office project manager, and shall be in Searchable Image Adobe Acrobat format.
6. Anticipated Project Funding Assistance
The Consultant shall clearly identify project components eligible for Commission funding, both in cost estimates and in project mapping. The Consultant shall verify project component funding eligibility with the Office project manager prior to commencing any economic analysis. Unless otherwise directed by the Office project manager, the Consultant shall assume that projects will be funded with a 67% grant. The remaining 33% shall be acquired from external sources (for municipal projects); or from external sources and/or a loan from the WWDC (for agricultural projects). The Commission loan will be financed at an interest rate of four percent (4%) with a term to be specified by the Office project manager. If funding is anticipated from another agency, such as the Office of State Lands and Investments or the USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS), the Consultant shall prepare cost estimates for system components not eligible for Commission assistance in a format and level of detail acceptable to the potential funding agency.
If required in the Contract Scope of Services, the Consultant shall provide the information necessary to complete applications to RUS, the Office of State Lands and Investments, and any other identified funding sources.
7. Project Access
The Consultant shall be responsible for obtaining access as required for project tasks.
8. Stand-By Time
The Commission will not reimburse the Consultant for stand-by time charges for the Consultant's supervisory personnel.
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9. Well Permitting
All wells developed under this program shall list the State of Wyoming, Water Development Office as the permittee. The Consultant shall be responsible for obtaining the permit.
10. Verification Log
After all casing has been installed in the well, the Office may require that a geophysical log be performed on the well to verify casing placement. A copy of this log shall be included in the final report.
D. SCOPE OF SERVICES
PHASE I
Task 1. Project Meetings
A scoping meeting shall be held as early in the project schedule as possible in the project area to familiarize the Sponsor with the scope of the project as well as obtain and provide input and information to and from all affected parties. The Consultant shall prepare all presentation material, including maps and other visual aids as necessary, to explain the project. The scoping meeting location and time shall be coordinated with the Sponsor and Office project manager and should be held after the Consultant has reviewed all background information as described in Task 2.
Additional public project meetings shall be conducted to facilitate project activity coordination and to keep the Sponsor and all affected parties informed of progress. The Consultant should assume a minimum of three (3) public project meetings in the study area. One (1) of these meetings will be held at the discretion of the Office project manager. The Consultant shall be responsible for setting and conducting these meetings in coordination with the Office project manager and the Sponsor. The Consultant shall prepare all notices, needed materials, and the meeting record. In addition to the public project meetings, several informal meetings with the Sponsor or Office project manager may be necessary during the course of the study. In the interest of economy, meetings will be scheduled to coincide with fieldwork. The Consultant shall notify the WWDO project manager in advance of meetings with the project sponsor.
Task 2. Information Review
The Consultant shall gather and review all existing information related to the project. This includes information available through the Sponsor, WWDO, Water Resources Data System (WRDS), Wyoming State Engineer’s Office, Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Water Quality Division (DEQ), and any other sources as appropriate. The Consultant will coordinate with the Sponsor and Office project manager to obtain all past relevant studies that need to be reviewed. The Consultant shall provide a summary of existing information in the final report.
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Task 3. Rockfall Hazard Analysis, Dam Structural Assessment
The Consultant will perform a rockfall hazard analysis and shall perform the following bulleted task list:
A. Study Area Establishment
Based on cursory review, the study area shall include the dam, spillway, and tunnel and have the following extents: approximately 500 feet upstream and approximately 500 feet downstream from the dam crest along the reservoir bottom/canyon floor centerline; horizontally from this centerline perpendicular to slope direction to the canyon ridgeline on either side; vertically from observed reservoir water surface elevation to canyon ridgeline upstream from the dam; and vertically from canyon floor to canyon ridgeline downstream from the dam. Establishment of the final study area extents shall include close coordination with the Office project manager and the LaPrele Irrigation District.
B. 3D Survey of the Study Area
Data collected with this survey shall be of sufficient resolution to aid in identifying rockblocks of significant size and fall potential, and to aid identification of rockblock movement over time when compared to future surveys. Appropriate survey technologies could include ground-based LiDAR, unmanned drone with LiDAR, or other technologies that produce a 3D point cloud such as photogrammetry. The survey shall include sufficient data for estimating volume of the debris pile below the emergency spillway discharge zone as a potential borrow source for mitigation or remediation projects. This data shall be post-processed into a format compatible with typical GIS software.
C. Hazard Inspection of the Study Area
Assisted by data from the 3D survey, a visual inspection of the study area shall be performed to identify and characterize rockfall hazards. The objective of this inspection is to prioritize rockblocks of significant size and fall potential with reasonable probability of impacting the dam. The inspection shall define the location, size, and profile of priority rockblocks and shall be performed by an experienced rock mechanics engineer.
D. Rockfall Energy Estimate and Risk of Impact to the Dam
For each priority rockblock identified within the 3D survey and hazard inspection, a probabilistic analysis shall be performed to estimate the impact energy from rockfall and likelihood of impacting the dam. This analysis shall provide quantification of dam impact risk and a range of impact energy for each priority rockblock using rockfall analysis software such as Rocscience RocFall.
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E. Structural Analysis of the Dam
A structural analysis of the dam shall be performed to understand overall integrity of the dam, and to understand the potential consequence of each predicted rockfall impact. The analysis shall consider as-built dam drawings, structural updates, and concrete integrity (e.g., possibly including core strength or similar test results as applicable). Structural calculations will be used to find the potential impact of rock fall loading on the buttresses closest to the abutments. Estimated rock fall loads will be compared to the capacities calculated using American Concrete Institute code as a measure against performance. The objective is to identify the potential consequence to the dam from each predicted rockfall impact.
F. Structural Buttress Inspection
The Consultant will perform a structural inspection of the remaining buttresses, not previously inspected by the Consultant in Task 3.E., utilizing a rope access team and a drone team.
a. Inspection Plan: To prepare for the inspection, the Consultant will review background information on the dam and prepare a Rope Access Job Hazard Analysis. Typical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be used in addition to the industrial rope access gear. A site-specific Safety Action Plan must be completed, kept with the work group, and given to the LaPrele Irrigation District (LID) Representative upon request. Job briefings will be completed each morning before the work begins. Structural Inspection diagrams and rope inspection templates will be created as part of the Inspection Plan.
b. Inspection: The drone will document exposed surface of buttresses 2-17 (16 buttresses total of varying height) while the industrial rope access team will focus on documenting the downstream edge of the buttresses within arms- reach looking for similar vertical cracks as found in buttress 17. The industrial rope access team will also perform several ascents on buttresses identified in the inspection plan by ascending Kevlar ropes rigged to the struts on the dam interior. This will help validate data collected by the drone while also developing the machine learning for crack image recognition. The drone images will then be run through a crack detection algorithm to look for additional cracks.
c. Core Samples: Four core samples will be collected in various locations on the buttresses to determine concrete strength. The inspection team will utilize a Schmidt hammer to correlate additional readings to the core sample cylinders. The core holes will be patched with dry pack mortar as directed by the Consultant. The Consultant shall not begin work on this Task
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unless specifically authorized in writing by the Office project manager and the LaPrele Irrigation District.
d. Laboratory Testing: The Consultant will determine concrete core strengths per ASTM C42. The Schmidt hammer readings on the cores will be compared to the additional Schmidt hammer readings once strength data is available.
The inspection team will consist of 4 SPRAT certified engineers one of which will be the industrial rope access supervisor (SPRAT III). The team will also consist of 1 drone pilot. The inspection team will be qualified for self-rigging, safety, and rescue support.
For visual inspections the inspection team is not responsible for defects that are not readily discernible by external visual inspection through reasonable efforts. This scope does not include any follow-up site visits for visual monitoring of the dam or installing gauges.
The Consultant will provide the following deliverables:
1. Structural Inspection and Safety Plan (Hard and Digital Copy)
G. Develop Probable Failure Mode Calculations for Buttress Cracking
The Consultant will perform additional potential failure mode calculations specifically looking at stresses associated with the crack locations. The goal is to both verify the finite element model of Buttress 17 previously created, and to determine if the vertical crack is a viable failure mechanism. Strength data from core samples will be incorporated into the structural analysis. The following calculations will be produced to support the existing finite element model:
a. Shear wall calculations estimating required end zone reinforcing. b. Buckling check of the wall between struts and unsupported edges using Euler-Buckling equations. c. Finite element model comparison with observed strain. d. Finite element model loading and validation estimates.
The Consultant will provide the following deliverables:
1. Draft Dam Inspection, Testing, and Analysis Technical Memo (Hard and Digital Copy) 2. Final Dam Inspection, Testing, and Analysis Technical Memo (Hard and Digital Copy)
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All necessary permits and clearances shall be identified for hazard mitigation alternatives, monitoring alternatives, and access to the site.
Following substantial completion of Task 3.F. and 3.G. and in coordination with the Office project manager and the LaPrele Irrigation District, the Consultant will present their findings to the District at a public meeting. This meeting is in addition to the meetings described in Task 1.
Task 4. Economic Analysis and Project Financing
All Task 4 work, not completed by October 25th, 2019, will cease for the remainder of the project or until further Amendments to the Contract affecting this task are approved by the Commission.
The Consultant shall provide an ability to pay analysis and, if necessary, recommend adjustments to the District’s revenues/rates. This analysis will be used to determine if the Sponsor has the ability to pay for recommended rehabilitation projects based on their current revenue structure or if the Sponsor will need to raise their rates. The Consultant shall generate recommendations for rate structures based on annual financial commitments of the sponsor needed to cover construction costs, operation and maintenance obligations, and a repair and replacement account. The Consultant shall consider all of the District’s income and expenditures. The analysis will be based on the following three (3) scenarios:
Scenario 1: Assume there will be no state, federal, or outside funding assistance utilized, i.e.: the Consultant shall demonstrate the necessary adjustments in the District’s system revenues under the assumption that the Sponsor independently finances the prioritized recommendations.
Scenario 2: Excluding the WWDC, assume there will be state, federal, or outside funding assistance utilized, i.e.: the Consultant shall identify additional funding sources, excluding the WWDC, that the Sponsor can pursue to help fund the prioritized recommendations and demonstrate the necessary adjustments in the District’s system revenues under the assumption that the Sponsor independently finances the costs for completion of the prioritized recommendations that are not funded by state, federal, or other sources.
Scenario 3: Assume that funding for WWDC eligible components will be in the form of a 67% grant from WWDC and a 33% loan (4% interest / 30-year term) from the WWDC, and funding for WWDC non-eligible components will only be in the form of Sponsor contribution from current or proposed revenues.
The Consultant shall then identify additional funding sources outside of the WWDC that the Sponsor can pursue to obtain the 33% loan component (Scenario 3 above) and to fund potential WWDC non-eligible components that are necessary for the completion of a Level III construction project. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, and other eligible state
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and federal funding sources shall be considered for loans, grants, and combinations thereof. For more information on project funding assistance see Section C.6, of Attachment A3.
The Consultant shall research and fully consider all eligibility requirements, application nuances, deadlines, and all logistical and timing challenges that may occur, document the amount of grant or loan funds that may be available through the additional funding sources, and analyze the probability of the Sponsor securing a grant or loan from one or more of the additional funding sources for the project(s) in question. The Consultant shall obtain and review the latest versions of relevant guidance documents, forms, bulletins, supplements, information, etc. from each agency, and contact these agencies early in the study should the possibility exist that the Sponsor may seek funding from them. The Consultant shall document all of this information in the final report including conversations held.
It should be noted that the Sponsor’s ability to pay for the project in a timely manner is a key consideration in the WWDC’s funding decisions. The annual requests for WWDC funding typically exceed the available funding. There are often uncertainties and delays in acquiring loans and, particularly, grants from other funding agencies. Therefore, the WWDC may give priority in its Level III funding deliberations to the projects in which the Sponsor has been advancing on a specific financing plan and there is documented evidence that the financing will be in place within the calendar year in which the Level III project funding is approved by the Legislature. If the WWDC finds it necessary to delay Level III funding requests due to the schedule for the financing plan, the WWDC may provide assurance to the Sponsor that it will recommend Level III funding the following year if the project financing is completed. This assurance can be used to assist the Sponsors in securing financing from other entities.
Task 5. Discretionary Task
The Consultant shall place $8,000 of the proposed project budget in this discretionary task. The task is to allow changes in the scope as the project develops or as new issues are discovered. The Consultant and Office project manager will agree on any work to be accomplished under this task and the cost of the work. No work will be initiated, or funds spent for this task, without direct approval from the Office project manager.
Task 6. Draft Report
All Task 6 work, not completed by October 25th, 2019, will cease for the remainder of the project or until further Amendments to the Contract affecting this task are approved by the Commission.
The Consultant shall submit to the Office five (5) hard copies of a draft report describing the results of all work completed in this study, no later than May 1, 2020. Five (5) CD, DVD, or USB drive copies containing the draft report in a text-recognized Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format will also be provided, along with two (2) CD, DVD, USB drive, or portable hard drive copies of the draft GIS (if applicable) which comply with the standards specified in Attachment “A3”, Section C Project Requirements, item #2. The PDF version will be completely assembled into one standalone file,
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and shall be exactly the same version as the hard copy. Each CD, DVD, or USB shall be labeled with the project name, contents of the media and date (month and year only). The project Sponsor shall be provided a copy of this draft report for their review.
PHASE II
Phase I of the LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation Level II Study identified rockfall hazards at the LaPrele Dam under the original project scope and evaluated the structural integrity of the dam itself under Amendment One. Based on findings of the Phase I work, a water surface elevation restriction of 5475 feet was placed on the reservoir. The engineering conclusion determined that LaPrele Dam is reaching or has reached the end of its useful life in its current condition. Phase II of the Rehabilitation Level II Study will address the Phase I recommendation to investigate options for replacing or performing major rehabilitation to the LaPrele Dam. The Phase II work is intended to develop and rank conceptual design alternatives and determine a preferred concept.
Task 1. Project Management, Meetings, and Quality Assurance
Project management, meetings, and quality assurance of the project will be tracked under this task. This will include project progress meetings with the WWDO, the project sponsor, and the Consultant team conducted as necessary for the coordination of project activities and to keep the Sponsor and all affected parties informed of project progress. Informal meetings with the Office project manager, the Consultant and the Sponsor will be necessary over the course of the study. At a minimum, a monthly progress meeting or teleconference will occur between the Consultant and Office project manager.
Outside of daily project management, the Consultant shall provide quality control of all work, including subconsultant work. This type of review will be ongoing and include oversight by company principals or senior engineers knowledgeable of the project work and scope, but not associated with the project on a daily basis. Their review will include a check to see that all work scope items have been properly addressed and completed to the intent of the work scope and contract, and that the work products are technically sound.
Project Initiation Meeting/Teleconference
Pursuant to the execution of this contract, a project initiation teleconference and/or meeting will be scheduled between the WWDO, Sponsor, and Consultant project team management. The initial project meeting/teleconference will serve to identify roles and responsibilities, review schedule, and discuss immediate scope tasks. This project initiation meeting would be held in Douglas, Wyoming or online if necessary. A site visit, which will include the Office project manager, the Sponsor, and the Consultant, will be scheduled as soon as possible. The purpose of this meeting/teleconference and site visit would be to review the scope of services and to tour the site with the conceptual design technical leads, in order to have the firsthand knowledge of the site to evaluate conditions related to the alternatives developed in Task 3 and Task 4. The Consultant shall coordinate with the Office project manager to determine agencies, such as the SEO and USACE, invited to attend the site visit as needed and allowable.
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Progress Meetings
Project progress meetings (in-person, teleconference, or online) will be conducted as necessary for the coordination of project activities and to keep the Sponsor and all affected parties informed of project progress. The Consultant should assume three (3) project progress meetings to be conducted in-person, via teleconference, or online. Project progress meeting agendas will be sent prior to the meetings.
Public Meetings
The Consultant should assume a minimum of two public project meetings, as allowable, within the study area. The first of these meetings will be a scoping meeting, held after the Notice to Proceed for this contract amendment, to provide a timely update to the Sponsor and stakeholders. The second public meeting will be the Report Presentation, held after the Consultant has received comments on the Draft Report from the Sponsor and Office and incorporated any necessary edits.
The second public meeting shall also serve as a public hearing, with WWDO personnel serving as the hearing officer. The script for the hearing will be developed by the Office project manager and shall include the question as to whether there is a private entity interested in providing the proposed project functions and services in lieu of the Sponsor. The WWDO is responsible for publishing a legal notice of the meeting in a statewide newspaper, once each week for three (3) weeks prior to the hearing; and in the local publication up to three (3) times prior to the hearing. The Consultant shall also plan to attend a meeting in Casper or Cheyenne to present the results to the Commission if requested by the Office project manager.
The Consultant shall be responsible for setting up and conducting these public meetings in coordination with the WWDO project manager and the Sponsor. The Consultant shall notify the WWDO Project Manager in advance of meetings with the Project Sponsor. No meetings shall be conducted without approval in advance by the Office project manager. Information and materials to be presented at the public meeting shall be developed by the Consultant after consultation with the Office project manager. The Consultant shall be responsible for developing a record of the meeting which shall become an appendix in the final report. The record will include: any formal and/or informal notices; an affidavit of publication from the legal notice (public hearings only) as obtained from the WWDO; any materials presented or handed out at the meeting; a record of attendance; any written comments, statements, or exhibits received; recorded testimony, or a memorandum summarizing the views and comments presented at the meeting; and other pertinent data. The Consultant shall coordinate with the Office project manager in planning for the presentations to ensure adherence to WWDO established policies and guidelines.
Project Management Plan
The Consultant shall develop a program management plan (Plan). The purpose of the Plan is to provide a single document with relevant project information including scope, budget, schedule, communication and quality control requirements, and other details required to manage the execution of the planning, permitting, and final level designs, cost estimates, constructability
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reviews, and schedule for the project. The Plan, once completed and approved, will be accessible to all project team members. The Plan will include a detailed scope of work and schedule through 30% Design and Permitting that are on the critical path. The Plan will also include basic scope and schedule along with other management requirements for communication, documentation, and quality control through 100% Design and Permitting. The Plan will be revised and maintained over the duration of the project, especially to accommodate scope adjustments or other changes related to funding sequence/sources.
Stakeholder Engagement
The consultant shall facilitate additional meetings and stakeholder engagement efforts as directed by, and in coordination with, the Office project manager. These efforts are intended to keep stakeholders informed of project progress and to increase project awareness and understanding. Support form stakeholders will be a key component for any federal funding programs and the environmental permitting process. Stakeholder engagement activities may include the following:
• LID Board Meetings, • Public/Stakeholder workshops, • Site tour with Commissioners and Legislators, • Commission Meetings, • Other activities as requested by the Office project manager.
The Consultant shall be responsible for setting and conducting these meetings in coordination with the Office project manager and the Sponsor. The Consultant shall prepare all notices, materials, and the meeting record as needed. The Consultant shall notify the Office project manager in advance of any meetings with the Sponsor.
Agency Coordination
It is anticipated that significant coordination with other agencies will be required for this project going forward. Components of the overall LaPrele Dam project may be funded and/or led by agencies other than the Water Development Program in parallel with this Scope of Work. It will be necessary for the Consultant, in coordination with the Office project Manager, to communicate with any other agencies that get involved to develop Cooperating Agreements and/or Memorandums of Understanding, share project information, and coordinate different project tasks.
This coordination will be especially important regarding the environmental compliance process. The Consultant will develop an agency communication plan which summarizes the input needed for each regulatory agency, proposed contact point, and records documentation of decisions or direction. The communication plan will include major state and federal agencies as part of the environmental compliance efforts.
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Task 2. Information Review and Supporting Analysis
Background information was reviewed in the initial stages of this project, including available bedrock and surface geology, and past reports on the dam and reservoir. This information has been summarized in previous technical memos which will be included in the final project notebook for this project. For this task the Consultant shall review, analyze, and summarize additional information not previously summarized for this project. The Consultant will also work with the Sponsor and the Office project manager to review pertinent data and information from the Level I Study and update as necessary.
Water Rights
The Consultant will review and summarize the status of the Sponsor’s source and storage water rights associated with the LaPrele Dam and Reservoir. Adjudicated water rights information from the Level I Study will be reviewed, updated, and compiled using the SEO’s e-Permit database and/or Tabulation of Adjudicated Water Rights book (TAB book). The Consultant will account for water rights during estimation of the basin runoff volume production included in Task 3.4.
The Consultant will coordinate with the Office project manager and SEO to determine any necessary changes to existing water rights resulting from the preliminary alternatives such as suspended use, rehabilitation, and/or relocation under Wyoming water law. The Consultant will identify requirements of the Modified North Platte River Decree, 2001 and the Platte River Recovery Implementation Program pertaining to the identified preliminary alternatives and consult with the SEO regarding compliance.
Permitting
The Consultant shall review and describe requirements of applicable state and federal permits and clearances that may be necessary for the preliminary alternatives. Permits and clearances to review shall include, but not be limited to, those that fall within the jurisdiction of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Historic Preservation Act, 1964 Wilderness Act, the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the Wyoming State Engineer’s Office, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, the State Lands and Investments Board, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Bureau of Land Management or any other agency with jurisdiction that may affect the construction of a project. The Consultant shall identify agency consultations, approximate timelines, and estimate the levels of effort needed to secure the permits for preliminary alternatives and future phases of this project; however, this does not include the permit preparation for any preferred alternative selected by the WWDC and the Sponsor.
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Economic Analysis
The Consultant shall conduct an economic and financial analysis for the identified preliminary alternatives developed for this study. This analysis is intended to provide preliminary economic information regarding the cost and benefits to Wyoming and the Sponsor. A benefit-cost analysis would measure benefits and costs of the preliminary alternatives in terms of its equivalent money value to determine if an alternative will be economical for the Sponsor and beneficial to the public. The analysis should include an estimate of direct and indirect benefits as well as benefits to the State, the Sponsor, and to the public interest.
The Consultant will also provide an ability to pay analysis which shall determine conditions and level of funding necessary for the preliminary alternatives. The Consultant shall estimate the economic impacts to water users for preliminary alternatives identified during this study, which may include but are not limited to planning, construction, operation, maintenance, and replacement costs and other pertinent information that could be used to develop a financing plan. The Consultant shall coordinate with the Sponsor to determine anticipated revenues and expenses once an alternative is constructed. The Consultant will work with the Sponsor and the Office project manager to review the Level I Study economic data, acquire relevant data, and update as necessary. The consultant shall also evaluate the impact of financing the priority rehabilitation projects identified in the Level I Study along with the preferred dam rehabilitation alternative.
The Consultant shall identify any potential funding sources available to the Sponsor and the specific information needed to make application to local, state, and Federal agencies including application timelines, eligibility criteria, and program requirements. The Consultant shall also identify any specific NEPA and design criteria required by potential funding partners. Potential sources to be evaluated should include, but are not limited to the WWDC, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wyoming DEQ-WQD Clean Water Act Section 319 and other potential state and federal funding sources. The Consultant will provide this information to the Sponsor and the Office for consideration.
The Consultant shall evaluate whether the project is in the public interest, stipulating if the proposed project functions and services can be served by any person, association or corporation engaged in private enterprise, or if private enterprise has refused to provide the functions and services identified as being required by the proposed project. This information shall be included in the draft and final reports for the project.
Task 3. Alternatives Development
The Consultant shall identify, evaluate, and rank alternative concepts in coordination with the WWDO and Sponsor to determine a preferred alternative which mitigates the risk presented by the LaPrele Dam in its current condition, protects the Sponsor’s water rights, and maintains or improves operations. Early in the project, the Consultant shall coordinate with the Office project
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The Consultant shall perform four key technical evaluations, listed and described below, to understand the feasibility of alternatives and design options. These include:
• Geotechnical Investigation • Foundation Evaluation • Structural Analysis • Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) Analysis
As information is gathered and analyzed, the Consultant shall eliminate infeasible or impractical alternatives from the original list to identify a maximum of two alternatives for further analysis in Task 4. Rankings and elimination of alternatives shall be documented in the Conceptual Design Report.
Geotechnical Investigation
The geotechnical investigation will include the following, each described below:
Geologic Mapping
The Consultant shall review existing data and identify gaps in geologic data pertinent to the project. Based on this information, the Consultant shall conduct an onsite investigation at the existing dam site, potential new dam site, and in the project vicinity to map geologic features where needed.
Subsurface Site Investigation
The Consultant shall investigate subsurface conditions at the existing dam site and immediately downstream. This investigation may consist of borings and geophysical surveys. The purpose of the investigation is to collect the information necessary to determine properties of subsurface rock and soil (if soil is present), identify an excavation objective for alternative dam foundations, and evaluate potential subsurface seepage to a level of detail sufficient for developing conceptual designs.
The Consultant shall assume that one or more borings with drilling depths of 50-150 feet each may be needed. If soil is encountered, soil samples will be collected at the direction of the onsite Consultant geologist. Once bedrock is encountered, borings will use appropriate coring techniques and extend to a scheduled depth or as modified by the onsite Consultant geologist.
Borings will be logged by the Consultant geologist with adequate data to evaluate recovery, rock quality designation, lithological changes, discontinuity data for rock mass rating, weathering, and strength profiles.
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The Consultant shall assume that water for drilling and boring activities, including abandonment, is available on site. The Consultant shall also assume that boring locations are accessible by a tracked or ATV-type drilling rig and pickup truck with minor earthwork using a rubber tire backhoe. The Consultant shall be responsible for permitting the drilling activities and shall assume that only standard drill permitting is required. All borings will be abandoned by the Consultant according to State of Wyoming regulations.
Laboratory Testing
The Consultant shall conduct tests to evaluate properties of rock encountered during drilling operations. These tests will include density, unconfined compressive strength, tensile strength, and direct shear. If significant depth of soil is encountered during drilling, the Consultant shall evaluate water content, Atterberg limits, and provide sieve analysis. Similar tests may also be needed on potential borrow materials identified during the Construction Materials Assessment field investigation. A testing plan will be developed by the Consultant based on boring observations and samples collected.
Geotechnical Investigation Planning
The Consultant shall advance the process for procuring services for the drilling plan identified in the site characterization program. The Consultant shall develop and advertise a procurement package for the drilling work, coordinate and conduct a pre-bid site visit, and collect proposals from qualified drilling contractors.
The Consultant shall conduct initial planning and coordination for geologic mapping of the canyon wall along the anticipated west abutment of the preferred design option; mapping and initial characterization of the fault along the anticipated east abutment; and the geophysical survey plan identified in the site characterization program. This work includes planning and coordination only, not the mapping and survey work itself.
Foundation Evaluation
If deemed feasible and necessary, the Consultant will conduct geophysical surveys to evaluate the depth to bedrock and strength profile using a seismic refraction survey. The geophysical survey would need to be correlated to borings for improved data accuracy.
Based on the data gathered under previous tasks and the geophysical survey, if conducted, the Consultant will evaluate the existing dam foundation condition and risks as well as the foundation conditions for alternative concepts. Evaluations of the foundation will be based on information collected in the Geotechnical Investigation task and will include:
• Kinematic analysis of moveable blocks in the abutments of both the existing dam and the potential new dam, • Erodibility index of bedrock beneath the channel, • Development of geotechnical foundation properties,
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• Initial identification of a suitable excavation objective (excavation surface) on which the various alternative would be built, • Seepage analysis through open joints in the foundation, and required foundation treatments including grouting.
Structural Analysis
The Consultant shall develop basic structural designs and dimensions for alternative concepts not eliminated through the Geotechnical Investigation and Foundation Evaluation tasks. The Consultant shall evaluate structural stability of these alternative concepts, including resistance to sliding and overturning and seismic stability. The Consultant will perform other evaluations and checks, or develop other design related information as needed for the Alternative Cost and Constructability task. These evaluations will follow applicable USACE standards, and will provide the basis to estimate the required strength and other engineering properties of the structures.
The Consultant shall develop preliminary sizing of ancillary structures such as outlet works, auxiliary spillway, and stilling basin/energy dissipation structures to inform the cost and schedule. Sizing of these structures will be guided by the Hydrology and Hydraulics Analysis task.
Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) Analysis
The Consultant shall characterize the catchment basin hydrology above the dam and develop design flood events. The Consultant shall use design flood events to evaluate performance of the existing dam relative to applicable requirements and to guide conceptual designs for alternatives. This work shall be subject to review and approval by the Wyoming SEO, and the Consultant shall also consider analysis and design requirements of potential funding agencies.
Hydrologic Assessment
The Consultant shall review existing hydrologic data, including past reports and historic streamflow, and evaluate the basin runoff volume production above the reservoir. The Consultant shall perform a flood hydrology study for the watershed in accordance with current Wyoming Dam Safety guidelines as deemed appropriate to determine high- frequency (up to 100-year recurrent events) hydrology and develop design flood events. The Consultant shall incorporate the State of Wyoming PMP Evaluation GIS Tool to develop the PMF.
Spillway and Outlet Works Hydraulic Analysis and Conceptual Design
The Consultant shall evaluate the flood routing performance of the existing auxiliary spillway and outlet works in accordance with current Wyoming Dam Safety guidelines. The Consultant shall estimate the potential reduction to reservoir storage due to sedimentation and update bathymetry accordingly for reservoir routing modeling. The Consultant shall identify freeboard for design flood events, the threshold flood for which overtopping of the dam initiates, and the maximum depth and duration of overtopping
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flows during the PMF. The Consultant shall also evaluate performance of the existing dam for irrigation operations and meeting drawdown requirements for safety. The Consultant shall identify limitations to dam operations caused by features downstream. The Consultant shall identify deficiencies of the existing auxiliary spillway and outlet works that must be overcome by any potential alternatives to rehabilitate the dam in-place.
The Consultant shall perform evaluations of flood routing, irrigation operations, and drawdown to guide development of alternative concepts in accordance with current Wyoming Dam Safety guidelines, needs of the Sponsor, and requirements of potential funding agencies.
Analysis of Construction Floods
The Consultant shall coordinate with the Office project manager, the Sponsor, and the SEO to develop the likely conditions and limitations for the existing dam and reservoir during construction, including a maintained water surface elevation (WSE) and maximum WSE. The Consultant shall evaluate high frequency floods and seasonal flows through the reservoir during construction conditions to evaluate operational requirements. The analysis will consider construction flow diversion and bypass as well as sequencing, schedule and related construction cost and risk.
Reservoir Survey – Phase 1
The Consultant shall perform a bathymetric survey of the LaPrele Reservoir. The bathymetric survey shall be conducted using a Single Beam Echo Sounder sonar system (or equivalent method) when the reservoir is at or near its maximum water surface elevation during 2021, anticipated to occur during the month of May.
Task 4. Alternative Cost and Constructability
The Consultant shall develop cost estimates and assess constructability for the conceptual design alternatives remaining after Task 3 is completed, which shall be no more than two. Results of the cost and constructability assessment and evaluation will be included in the Conceptual Design Report to be prepared under Task 5.
The Consultant shall identify potential borrow sites near the project area based on desktop review and existing data for construction materials such as RCC and conventional concrete aggregate, filter and drain materials, rip rap and bedding, or roadway materials. The Consultant shall evaluate potential borrow sites during the site visit through the assessment of exposed quarry of other colluvial/alluvial aggregate; no test pits are included in the field investigation. The Consultant may also identify commercial sources as needed, through the evaluation of regional commercial quarries or pits that may have been used in the past.
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The Consultant shall prepare preliminary construction cost estimates and life cycle cost analyses based on the conceptual design drawings for each of the remaining alternatives. This task will involve calculating material and work quantities and estimating construction costs for the proposed construction and preparing an engineer’s Opinion of Probable Project Costs (OPPC) based on local material supplier price data, experienced judgment, data from R.S. Means’ Heavy Construction Cost Data, other industry standard sources, and price data developed by the Consultant for previous design/construction projects. The level of accuracy of the cost estimates is expected to be in the range of an AACE Class 5 and for screening purposes only.
In addition to construction costs, the Consultant shall prepare and include a draft set of itemized project “non-contract” costs such as studies, design engineering, permitting, mitigation, land acquisition, legal, access, right of ways, operation, maintenance and replacement, and financing. In addition, the Consultant shall estimate costs for water management during and after construction. The estimate will include unit and lump sum prices of the required construction items. The cost estimate will include estimated overhead, profit, taxes, and fees for cost allowances. The Consultant shall prepare the OPPC in the WWDC Level III format found in Attachment A3, C.3.
The OPPC should be based on an estimated mid-point of construction. The Consultant will propose and work with the Office project manager to select an appropriate inflation factor that will be applied to the project’s current year total cost and projected into the future per the schedule of activities and time-lines developed herein.
The OPPC and related AACE Class 5 work will be refined for the preliminary preferred alternative by developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and taking some aspects of the estimate to a resource and productivity-based estimate. This WBS will be included in the final technical memo for this task.
Task 5. Site Characterization
In order to advance the design of the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam, a significant amount of site characterization is needed. This work is expected to be completed in multiple phases, such that the information from one may be used to inform the requirements of the next. The following subtasks identify the work to be completed for Phase 1.
A Geotechnical Data Report will be developed to present the results of this task and will include methodology, geologic cross sections, boring logs, figures, evaluation results and recommendations for subsequent phases.
Field Geologic Mapping
Geologic mapping will be completed in the field to further understand the west canyon wall downstream from LaPrele Dam, representing the potential left abutment of the preferred design option. The bedrock above the upper left abutment is not accessible by foot and will require rope access to achieve adequate detailed mapping, data collection and to scout possibilities for a needed
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Phase 2 boring location that would have extremely difficult access. This investigation will require a SPRAT level 3 certified person on site to complete the job hazard analysis, access plan, rescue plan and set rigging for the geologists.
There is an inactive fault running through the east canyon wall where the potential right abutment of the preferred design option would be located. Existing published maps do not provide adequate detail of this inactive fault and are incongruent with preliminary observations of the bedrock outcrops along the LaPrele Creek valley. The Consultant will investigate the fault to better locate and understand its characteristics.
The field mapping will also include investigation of potential construction material sources near the project site for use as aggregate and/or riprap. Samples will be collected for preliminary qualification and if deemed suitable, these sources may be further investigated in later phases of work.
Geophysical Survey
The consultant shall conduct geophysical surveys of the potential footprint of the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam to evaluate the depth to bedrock and strength profile using a seismic refraction survey. The geophysical survey shall be correlated to borings when possible for improved data accuracy. The geophysical surveys will enable development of an accurate geological model of the site and advancement of the preferred design option. Up to six seismic refraction lines may be required, including within the LaPrele Creek channel. The geophysical survey must be performed when irrigation releases from the dam have been shut off.
Drilling and Downhole Surveys
The Consultant shall procure services for drilling up to nine boreholes for this phase of site characterization, including up to 1,800 feet of drilling. Up to eight boreholes will be drilled to characterize the potential foundation of the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam, and up to four of these will be located within the LaPrele Creek channel. One borehole will be drilled about a quarter mile downstream from the existing dam to evaluate the suitability of the Casper Formation sandstone as a potential aggregate material.
If soil is encountered, soil samples will be collected at the direction of the onsite Consultant geologist. Once bedrock is encountered, borings will use appropriate coring techniques and extend to a scheduled depth or as modified by the onsite Consultant geologist. Borings will be logged by the Consultant geologist with adequate data to evaluate recovery, rock quality designation, lithological changes, discontinuity data for rock mass rating, weathering, and strength profiles.
The Consultant shall assume that water for drilling and boring activities, including abandonment, is available on site. The Consultant shall also assume that boring locations are accessible by a tracked or ATV-type drilling rig, but access will require minor earthwork. The Consultant shall be responsible for permitting the drilling activities and shall assume that only standard drill permitting
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is required. All borings will be abandoned by the Consultant according to State of Wyoming regulations.
All of the boreholes shall be cored and logged. Up to eight of the boreholes used to characterize the potential foundation of the preferred design option will have water pressure testing conducted and will be surveyed by acoustic and/or optical televiewer, and up to seven will also be surveyed with sonic suspension logging.
Lab Testing
The Consultant shall conduct tests to evaluate properties of rock encountered during drilling operations. These tests will include density, unconfined compressive strength, tensile strength, and direct shear. If significant depth of soil is encountered during drilling, the Consultant shall evaluate water content, Atterberg limits, and provide sieve analysis. Similar tests will also be needed on potential borrow materials identified during the Field Geologic Mapping. A testing plan will be developed by the Consultant based on boring observations and samples collected.
Reservoir Survey – Phase 2
The Consultant shall perform a topographic survey around the LaPrele Reservoir to supplement the bathymetric survey identified in Task 3. Appropriate survey technologies could include ground-based topographic surveys, unmanned drone with LiDAR, or other technologies that produce a 3D point cloud such as photogrammetry. The survey shall include sufficient data for creating a shoreline surface to combine with the bathymetric survey for use in estimating volume of the reservoir below the emergency spillway elevation. This data shall be post-processed into a format compatible with typical GIS software. The survey shall be conducted when the reservoir is at or near its minimum water surface elevation during 2021, anticipated to occur during the month of August.
Task 6. Design Advancement
The Consultant shall advance the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam using information both existing and to be collected during the Site Characterization task. This work may require early design iterations; as work progresses, the Consultant shall communicate with the Office project manager and document decisions regarding design criteria. A number of design decisions are anticipated that will be documented in a decision log. Meeting note distribution and the decision log will be used to verify that the decisions are fully understood and agreed to by all parties. The decision log will be included in the final project notebook. The Consultant shall produce design information and plan set documents on the order of a 10 percent design.
Basis of Design and Design Standards
At this point in the project, it is uncertain which federal agency will lead the project and determine the standards for design. The Consultant shall identify the design requirements of agencies that are most likely to lead the project and note significant differences between agencies. Designs may
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advance where different agency requirements agree, but the Consultant shall coordinate with the Office project manager regarding significant discrepancies to potentially advance using the most stringent. It will be important to identify the appropriate design criteria as early as possible to prevent backtracking once the lead federal agency is determined. Design requirements will also be determined by site conditions, and shall be updated as needed using information developed in the Site Characterization task.
Hydrologic Routing Analysis and Hydraulic Design
The Consultant shall advance the hydraulic structure designs for the preferred option. The Consultant shall 1) incorporate updated site hazards, design criteria, and site characterization information, 2) confirm spillway and outlet works capacity by routing several design flood events and typical conservation storage release schedules through the reservoir, and 3) advance the configuration optimization in order to achieve the desired level of conceptual cost estimating accuracy, provide appropriate information into the environmental compliance process, and set the configuration of these structures in a manner that is suitable for initiation of final design. The following subtasks will be completed to support advancing the design of the hydraulic structures:
Spillway
The spillway design will be updated based on reservoir routing of a PMF inflow hydrograph, and at least two additional spillway outflow events that would occur more frequently. The more frequent spillway flow events provide design parameters for a structural energy dissipation structure, while the PMF event analysis evaluates overall dam stability and integrity in an extreme event. Alternative spillway locations will be considered based on site characterization results, constructability, and construction risk considerations. Energy dissipator design analysis will include more frequent events as well as extreme events in order to determine the most economical spillway terminal structure for the anticipated flow frequency and magnitude. Tailwater levels will be determined by means of simplified one-dimensional modeling of the downstream channel and floodplain.
Outlet Works
The outlet works system for the preferred design option will include provisions for construction diversion, flood operations, normal reservoir releases for water supply and environmental purposes. The location of the outlet works system will be evaluated based on the results of site characterization work and the terminal spillway structure configuration selected. If appropriate, configurations at the base of both the right and left abutments will be developed and evaluated to identify the preferred location from a cost, accessibility, constructability and construction risk standpoint.
The Consultant shall consider the LaPrele Irrigation District’s needs and capabilities in the conceptual design configurations for the outlet system. These considerations shall include the potential for remote operation, and the likely need for simplicity and long-term operational reliability without manual intervention, given the remote location of the dam.
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Construction Diversion
The Consultant shall consider construction diversion of normal reservoir releases from the existing dam, and flood flows from the existing reservoir in the conceptual design of the new dam. Routing effects through the existing reservoir provide an important risk management benefit to the new dam site and limit the required construction diversion. A construction diversion capacity will be developed to provide an estimated level of protection in excess of a 50-year event with consideration for the condition of the existing dam as part of the construction risk and avoid compromising the existing water level restrictions to the extent possible.
Under this task, construction diversion requirements will be developed to a conceptual level of design and the Consultant shall include input and discussions with appropriate Regulatory personnel (e.g. SEO) to verify that such floods would meet appropriate construction risk management requirements. Once the required diversion capacity is identified, the diversion and flood control outlet configuration will be developed.
Foundation Design
Using concepts from the Preliminary Alternatives Assessment along with results from the Site Characterization task, the Consultant shall perform conceptual level analyses and update design requirements for the following components of the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam: • Excavation Objectives • Foundation Treatment Requirements • Dewatering Design • Excavation Stability and Design • Abutment Foundation Stability
Structural Analysis Model
The Consultant shall prepare a representative 2D structural analysis model that incorporates appropriate information from the Site Characterization task. The Consultant shall develop and evaluate the model, including engineering properties for the dam and foundation to be used in structural modeling. The Consultant shall incorporate allowance for modeling non-linear material properties at the foundation and dam contact. This task includes model development only; the structural analysis for feasibility design and optimization will be completed in future project phases.
Civil Site Works
The Consultant shall develop conceptual level designs for additional infrastructure focused on the civil site works for the project area. This will include road redesign/realignment near the dam site where not previously addressed by the Sponsor. Results of the Site Characterization task will be used to refine the alignment, if needed. The bridge requirements across LaPrele Creek will also be evaluated and suitable concepts will be identified. ATTACHMENT A5 Amendment Four to the LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation, Level II Study Consultant Contract Between the Wyoming Water Development Commission and RESPEC COMPANY, LLC Page 26 of 29
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Plan Set – 10 Percent
The Consultant shall produce a 10 percent level plan set presenting the site layout, dam plan view, sections of the dam, spillway and outlet works concepts, road alignments, construction staging areas and other appropriate conceptual design details. These drawings will be preliminary and will be updated in the next phase of design.
Construction Materials Evaluation
The Consultant shall use information collected and developed under the Site Characterization task to conduct a construction materials source evaluation. The Consultant shall develop recommendations and conceptual design guidance for the following materials: • Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) aggregate • RCC cementitious materials and additives • RCC mix evaluation program • Conventional concrete • Riprap • Roadway materials
Cost and Constructability
The Consultant shall refine previously developed cost estimates and constructability assessment for the preferred design option for LaPrele Dam, based on design and analysis performed for each of the design components in this task
Task 7. Discretionary Task
The Consultant shall place $150,000 in this discretionary task. The task is to allow for unforeseen changes in scope of work, or anticipated budget, or as new issues are discovered as the project develops. The Consultant and Office project manager will agree on any work to be accomplished under this task and the cost of the work. No work will be initiated, or funds spent for this task, without direct approval from the Office project manager.
Task 8. Conceptual Design Report
The Consultant shall prepare a draft Conceptual Design Report describing and summarizing project work. The Consultant shall include conceptual design figures to aid in describing the configuration, components of work, and the evaluation of alternative technical and financial viability. The conceptual design figures shall include development of all primary anticipated project components including existing site conditions, a plan view, section and details for the main dam, spillway, and outlet works along with other construction details (e.g. – limits of construction, staging areas, etc.). Design drawings may include details related to foundation excavation and treatment or modifications to existing facilities.
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The Consultant shall submit to the Office seven (7) hard copies of a draft report describing the results of all work completed in this study, no later than March 1, 2022. Seven (7) CD, DVD, or USB drive copies containing the draft report in a text-recognized Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format will also be provided. The PDF version will be completely assembled into one standalone file, and shall be exactly the same version as the hard copy. Each CD, DVD, or USB shall be labeled with the project name, contents of the media and date (month and year only). The project Sponsor shall be provided a copy of this draft report for their review.
After incorporation of the Office’s and the Sponsor's review comments on the draft report, the Consultant shall submit one (1) final report and one (1) executive summary in hard copy along with one (1) CD or DVD or USB drive containing the final report and executive summary in a text-recognized Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format to the Office 1 to 2 weeks prior to the final deadline for final comparison purposes. The pdf version shall be completely assembled into one stand-alone file and shall be exactly the same version as the hard copies. Any discrepancies discovered by the Office project manager between the hard copy and electronic copy during this final comparison are the responsibility of the Consultant to correct.
Upon completion of the final quality assurance process by the Office project manager, WRDS will assign an URL for the online posting of the final report and the Consultant shall submit all final documents and materials, to the Office on or before July 1, 2022. These final documents and materials, shall include:
Twelve (12) hard copies of the final report and twelve (12) hard copies of the executive summary. The executive summary shall outline the purpose, findings, recommendations and configuration of the project, and shall include detailed cost estimates. The summary should not exceed ten (10) pages. Any final reports which have been submitted in three-ring notebook format shall have spine labels clearly identifying the project, Consultant and date.
Four (4) CD, DVD, or USB drive copies containing the final report and executive summary in a text-recognized Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format will be provided. The pdf version will be completely assembled into one stand-alone file and shall be exactly the same version as the hard copy. Each CD, DVD, or USB drive shall have a hard copy table of contents attached.
Two (2) CD, DVD, or USB drive copies containing the final report and executive summary in original formats (Word, Excel, etc.) and in a text-recognized Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format. The pdf version will be completely assembled into one stand-alone file. All electronic files shall be exactly the same version as the hard copies. Each CD, DVD, or USB shall be labeled with the project name, contents of the media and date (month and year only).
Three (3) CD, DVD, or USB drive copies of the hydrologic/hydraulic model(s) and all associated files shall be provided if applicable. The files shall create a working model that is fully functional and can be modified. In addition to the above, one (1) electronic copy of the hydraulic model project file and all associated files will be included in the project notebook. Each CD, DVD, or USB shall be labeled with the project name, contents of the media and date (month and year only).
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One (1) project notebook containing the working files used in this project will be provided. The project notebook files shall include descriptions of the assumptions and methodologies used in the project analysis, and shall include the 2019 LaPrele Dam Buttress Inspection and Analysis, and any products from the LaPrele Irrigation District Rehabilitation Level II (Rockfall Hazard Analysis) that are completed and have not been documented previously in a technical memo or report. The notebook shall be organized in such a way as to allow replication of the steps, calculations, and procedures used by the Consultant to reach the conclusions described in the final report. The preferred format for the project notebook is digital, provided on a CD, DVD, or USB drive. Each CD, DVD, or USB shall be labeled with the project name, contents of the media and date (month and year only). Any project notebooks which have been submitted in three-ring notebook format shall have spine labels clearly identifying the project, Consultant and date.
If any wells are drilled, chip trays or vials of all washed well drilling cuttings shall be submitted along with their documentation.
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WORKING FOR WYOMING & THE WORLD
| 1000 E. University Ave. | Laramie, WY 82071-2000 Tel. 307.766.5633 | www.uwyo.edu/Che
Dr. Greg Kerr Director - Office of Water Programs University of Wyoming 1000 E. University Ave. Department 4309 Laramie, WY 82071
April 8, 2021 Dear Director Kerr,
The current pandemic issue has affected many research projects and among them is the one supported by your office with the title of “Recycling co-produced waters (CWs) in the energy industry for economic development”. UW has closed lab and restricted the access to labs for a long time. The progress of the project has not progressed as desired. Thus, we would like to apply a no-cost extension for the project for 6 months. In other words, please consider extending the completion date of the project to 12/31/2021.
Thank you very much for considering our request.
Sincerely
Maohong Fan School of Energy Resources Professor in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
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AMENDMENT ONE TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING NO. 171844 BETWEEN WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND THE UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING FOR THE WATER RESEARCH PROGRAM (2018)
1. Parties. This Amendment is made and entered into by and between the Wyoming Water Development Commission [Commission], whose address is: 6920 Yellowtail Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002; and the University of Wyoming [University], whose address is: Dept. 3355, 1000 E. University Avenue, Laramie, Wyoming 82071.
2. Purpose of Amendment. This Amendment shall constitute the first amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] between the Commission and the University. The purpose of this Amendment is to extend the term of the MOU through December 31, 2021.
The original Memorandum of Understanding, dated April 23, 2018, required the University to further the water resource research objectives of the University, the WWDC, and other agencies by providing WWDC support for research regarding Wyoming’s water resources for a total MOU amount of two hundred eighty-five thousand one hundred fifty dollars ($285,150.00) with an expiration date of June 30, 2021.
3. Term of the Amendment. This Amendment shall commence upon the date the last required signature is affixed hereto (Effective Date), and shall remain in full force and effect through the term of the MOU, as amended, unless terminated at an earlier date pursuant to the provisions of the MOU, or pursuant to federal or state statute, rule or regulation.
4. Amendments. The second sentence of Section 3 of the original MOU is hereby amended to read as follows:
“The term of the MOU is from March 16, 2018, and shall remain in full force and effect until December 31, 2021.”
5. Amended Responsibilities of the University.
Responsibilities of the University have not changed.
6. Amended Responsibilities of the Commission.
Responsibilities of the Commission have not changed.
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7. Special Provisions.
A. Same Terms and Conditions. With the exception of items explicitly delineated in this Amendment, all terms and conditions of the original MOU, and any previous amendments, between the Commission and the University, including but not limited to sovereign immunity, shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
B. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts. Each counterpart, when executed and delivered, shall be deemed an original and all counterparts together shall constitute one and the same Amendment. Delivery by the University of an originally signed counterpart of this Amendment by PDF shall be followed up immediately by delivery of the originally signed counterpart to the Commission.
8. General Provisions.
A. Entirety of MOU. The Original Memorandum of Understanding, consisting of four (4) pages and this Amendment One, consisting of three (3) pages, represent the entire and integrated Memorandum of Understanding between the parties and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements whether written or oral.
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9. Signatures. The parties to this Amendment, through their duly authorized representatives, have executed this Amendment on the dates set out below, and certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of this Amendment.
This Amendment is not binding on either party until approved by A&I Procurement and the Governor of the State of Wyoming or his designee, if required by Wyo. Stat. § 9-2- 1016(b)(iv).
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION:
______Clinton Glick Date Chairman
______Ronald E. Kailey, Jr. Date Secretary
UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING:
______Edmund Synakowski Date Vice President for Research & Economic Development
ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE: APPROVAL AS TO FORM
______Megan Pope Date Senior Assistant Attorney General
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS University of Wyoming Office of Water Programs Water Research Program FY2022
The Office of Water Programs/Water Research Program (OWP/WRP) welcomes proposals covering topics involved in Wyoming’s water resources. Each proposal shall include a “Non- technical Statement of Relevance” explaining how the study could be used by governmental agencies in the management of Wyoming’s water resources, will meet the research needs of State and Federal agencies regarding Wyoming’s water resources, and support water related training and education. In addition, each proposal shall specifically address how technology transfer will occur. Principal Investigators are encouraged to consult with state agencies concerning the following topics prior to submitting proposals. Letters of support from local, state and federal agencies are also encouraged to be submitted with proposals.
Protecting Public Health Wyoming citizens and out-of-state visitors enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, floating and other recreational opportunities provided by Wyoming’s lakes, reservoirs, rivers and streams. However, recreational activities, particularly those that result in full-body immersion, can pose a risk to public health if individuals are exposed to pollutants in the water that cause adverse health effects. In addition, pollutants in surface water and groundwater used for drinking water can pose a risk to human health. Proposals may build on the current Water Research Program projects, “Understanding the Contribution of Different Microbial Sources to Surface Water for Informed Management of Waterborne Pathogens in Wyoming” and “Identifying, Predicting and Managing the Occurrence of Harmful Cyanobacterial Blooms in Wyoming Reservoirs”. ● Water borne pathogens (as typically measured by the indicator E. coli) cause the majority of Wyoming’s surface water quality impairments. Research addressing pathogens is of significant importance to the State of Wyoming. Additional tools are needed to better allow state and local water managers, regulators, conservation groups and others to minimize public health risk by 1) better assessing and prioritizing public health risk, 2) identifying sources of pathogens, and 3) identifying effective management measures to reduce pathogens and mitigate public health risk. In particular, the following topics are identified as priority research areas: o Studies related to evaluating the ability of indicators other than E. coli (e.g. enterococci, coliphage) to accurately assess public health risk from waterborne pathogens in Wyoming waterbodies. o Epidemiological studies relating pathogen levels to incidence of water borne pathogen exposure and illness in Wyoming streams and rivers. o Studies that evaluate the effectiveness of conservation practices in reducing pathogen (E. coli) loading to surface waters.
● Nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus), in appropriate amounts, are essential to healthy aquatic ecosystems. However, excessive nutrients, or nutrient pollution, can lead to harmful cyanobacteria blooms (HCBs) in lakes or reservoirs. HCBs are dense concentrations of cyanobacteria or blue-green algae that pose a risk to human, pet and livestock health. HCBs can produce poisons called cyanotoxins and may be associated 1
with other irritants that can cause adverse health effects such as rashes, itching, numbness, nausea, fatigue, disorientation, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea. In extreme cases, cyanotoxins may lead to pet or livestock death. HCBs can also cause fish kills and interfere with drinking water supplies. Recreational use health advisories were issued on twenty- one (21) Wyoming reservoirs in 2020 due to HCBs. Research on nutrient pollution and HCBs would help state and local entities better identify, assess and respond to HCBs in order to reduce public health risk from exposure to cyanotoxins and other cyanobacteria- related irritants.
Excess nutrient pollution in surface water and groundwater used for drinking water can also represent a public health risk. High nitrates in drinking water can affect the ability of the blood to carry oxygen and can cause methemoglobinemia. Understanding sources of nutrient pollution within a watershed (e.g., wastewater, fertilizer, animal waste) can help local, state, and federal agencies protect water quality for drinking water.
The following topics are identified as priority research areas: o Studies evaluating the effectiveness of conservation practices or advanced treatment septic systems in reducing nutrient loading to surface waters and groundwater. o Studies on the types and levels of toxins (or other compounds causing health effects) in cyanobacteria blooms in Wyoming surface waters. o Studies evaluating the health risks to humans, pets, livestock and wildlife associated with cyanobacteria blooms with and without toxins. o Studies related to the presence of benthic cyanobacteria blooms and potential toxin production in streams and rivers. o Studies evaluating the risks of using irrigation water from lakes and reservoirs where HCBs are occurring. o Studies evaluating sources of nutrient pollution in areas of the state where high nitrates are being detected in groundwater used for drinking water. o Studies that help management agencies understand and use methods to identify nutrient sources (e.g., nutrient isotope analysis).
• Antibiotic Pollution is increasing worldwide and there is an increasing concern over the fate and transport of these substances in surface waters. Research on these and similar medication toxins would help state and local health officials determine if and where in Wyoming this issue is emerging. In particular, the following topics are identified as priority research areas: o Studies on the types and magnitude of antibiotic and/or other medication toxins in Wyoming surface waters. o Studies related to the fate and transport of antibiotic and/or medication toxins in Wyoming surface waters.
Dam Operation and Sediment Management and Transport The accumulation of sediment in stream systems and behind dams presents challenges. Effective dam operations require the ability to meet water user needs while still protecting downstream uses (e.g., fisheries, aquatic life). Additional research is needed to help understand how to prevent
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heavy sediment releases and how to effectively respond when they occur. Areas of research include, but are not limited to: ● Additional studies describing the fate and transport of sediments in Wyoming’s erosive watersheds and what measures can assist with reducing sediment inputs. ● Further studies on using “flushing flows” to address downstream sediment deposition following releases. ● Studies on economically feasible ways to remove sediment accumulated behind dams. ● Information on ways to most effectively manage sediment at dams and reservoirs to protect and maintain downstream surface waters. ● Best management practices (BMPs) for reducing sediment transport from contributing watersheds. ● Studies evaluating the negative impacts of sediment deposition on land use and land features, such as rangelands and wetlands. ● Analysis of data collected in response to addressing sediment releases from Willwood Dam. Using data gathered from previous and ongoing OWP/WRP projects, the United States Geological Survey (USGS), Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WY DEQ), Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WY G&F) and local conservation districts, complete needed data analysis to help address monitoring objectives of Working Groups 2 and 3 (https://wyowillwood.org/working-groups/).
Proposals may build on the current Water Research Program project, “Sediment and Fisheries: An Assessment to Inform Sediment Management Practices at Wyoming Dams” and other existing sediment studies in the State of Wyoming. Proposals having a broad applicability to dams statewide are encouraged as well.
Investigating the Hydrologic and Physical Effects of Voluntary Fallowing of Fields Extended drought conditions in the Southwest have had major effects on water supplies, especially reservoir levels. In the Upper Colorado River basin, which includes the Green and Little Snake River basins, this may result in eventual curtailment of water rights per existing interstate compacts. In an attempt to enhance water levels, the Upper Colorado River basin states, including Wyoming, are currently analyzing the public’s interest and the technical feasibility of a temporary, compensated and voluntary demand management program. A major component of this program could include fallowing fields. Information gathered to date has identified the need for further research and data gathering. Research results should have applicability to other basins in Wyoming. Areas of research include: ● The short- and long-term effects, both beneficial and detrimental, of fallowing fields on stream health, including quality and quantity of flow. Research should consider both split season and full season fallowing as well as sprinkler and basic flood irrigation methods. Research should also include analyzing the effects of fallowing on the local shallow aquifers. ● The effects of fallowing on harvest yields. Research should take into account same-year yields of fields that are fallowed for half a season and/or the post-season effects on yields of fields fallowed in the prior season(s). ● The effects, both beneficial and detrimental, on field health related to invasive species due to fallowing. Research should consider split season and full season fallowing time frames as well as flood and sprinkler irrigation methods.
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Understanding and Responding to Future Change in Hydrologic Variability Hydrologic variability is predicted to change as climate variability changes. Climate projections indicate Wyoming will become significantly hotter by 2040-2069 (https://wgfd.wyo.gov/habitat/habitat-resources). Precipitation projections are less certain but it is possible there will be increases in springtime flooding, droughts and intensity of precipitation events. Soil moisture projections are also uncertain but with an increase in climate variability, evapotranspiration is likely to increase as well. Better understanding of future changes in hydrologic variability and assessment of on-the-ground management actions will help the State of Wyoming plan for how best to mitigate and adapt to those changes. Areas of research include: ● Evaluating and/or developing models to best predict watershed-specific frequencies, magnitudes, durations and timing of snowfall, rainfall and runoff affecting baseflows, bankfull flows, flooding and droughts in Wyoming. ● Assessing and prioritizing watersheds by their vulnerability to future hydrologic variability. o Identify watersheds most susceptible to increased flooding, droughts and evapotranspiration and to reduced availability of water for agricultural, municipal, industrial, domestic and other beneficial uses. This could include assessment of past, current and projected future categorization of streams as ephemeral, intermittent or perennial. o Identify watersheds most likely to experience higher rates of erosion and/or sedimentation due to changes in frequency or magnitude of bankfull and flood flows. o Determine which watersheds are most likely to show adverse effects to stream, riparian and wetland habitats and species due to changes in water quantity, hydrologic connectivity and water quality (including water temperature). o Assess potential for increased threats of invasive aquatic and riparian species due to changes in water quantity, water quality (including water temperature) and habitat availability and/or condition. o Develop remote sensing, GIS and/or other tools to identify, monitor and show stream, riparian, wetland and watershed vulnerability to change in hydrologic variability. Such tools will be most useful if they can be updated as additional information and modeling projections become available. ● Identify and assess watershed-specific effects (beneficial and detrimental) of on-the ground restoration and management actions to mitigate long-term change in hydrologic variability and its effects. For example: o Flood irrigation vs. pivot sprinkler irrigation; capturing irrigation runoff for additional use; split season and full season fallowing of fields. o Upland, wetland and stream restoration to affect water quality and timing and quantity of water availability. o Actions that favor native species over invasive aquatic and riparian species.
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THE STATE OF WYOMING Water Development Office 6920 YELLOWTAIL ROAD TELEPHONE: (307) 777-7626 CHEYENNE, WY 82002
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2021 TO: Wyoming Water Development Commission FROM: Bryan Clerkin, P.E., Construction Division SUBJECT: Amendment Twelve to Middle Piney Reservoir Project
This memo is to serve as an explanation for Amendment Twelve to the Middle Piney Reservoir Project. The amendment is with Stantec Consulting Service Inc. (Stantec) and serves to: a) increase the total Contract dollar amount by six hundred eighty-one thousand dollars ($681,000.00) to two million, six hundred eighty thousand, two hundred seventeen dollars ($2,680,217.00); b) amend the responsibilities of the Consultant; c) replace Exhibit A-2, as amended, with Exhibit A-3, Revised Scope of Services; and d) to acknowledge the acquisition of Wenck Associates, Inc. by Stantec Consulting Services Inc..
The WWDO’s proposal to amend Stantec’s Contract is based on review of Stantec’s amendment request letter to the WWDO and follow up meetings between WWDO and Stantec. Based on WWDO’s review and discussions with Stantec, the WWDO offers the following contract modifications through Amendment Twelve to Stantec’s Consultant Services Contact:
• Increase the Level III Task 2 – Construction Management budget from $224,400.00 to $313,400.00, a budget increase of $89,000.00.
• Increase the Level III Task 3 – Field Inspection budget from $538,000.00 to $746,000.00, a budget increase of $208,000.00.
• Increase the Level III Task 7 – Discretionary Task budget from $150,000.00 to $350,000, a budget increase of $200,000.00. The increase in this task provides flexibility to address issues as they arise. This project is complex and unforeseen issues are common in these types of projects.
• Add Task 8 –Final Grout Work to the Level III Tasks. Task 8 is a place holder to expand the grout program if determined necessary after actual field data is collected and reviewed. Task 8 includes budget for Stantec and their subconsultant to design, bid (if necessary) and perform construction management services to complete the reservoir grouting program. Task 8 shall have a task budget of $133,000.00.
• Add Task 9 - Project Grouting Report (Report) to the Level III Tasks. Task 9 provides budget for Stantec to provide WWDO with a project grouting report at the completion of
Memorandum Wyoming Water Development Office Page 1 the project. The Report shall address the project permeation and improvement grouting programs. Task 9 shall have a task budget of $51,000.00. Amendment 12 to Stantec’s Consultant Services Contract increases the Level III Subtotal amount from $1,007,500.00 to $1,688,500.00, an increase of $681,000.00 and the Project Total Cost from $1,999,217.00 to $2,680,217.00. The Amendment addresses the extended construction schedule that has been realized to complete the construction of the project, as well as a grouting program that has exceeded its original size, scope and sophistication. Furthermore, it addresses potential additional grouting work upon first fill and delivering a final grouting report upon completion.
Encl., Amendment Twelve to Consultant Contract for Services No. 05SC0293018 Middle Piney Reservoir Project
Technical Memorandum Wyoming Water Development Office Page 2 Encl., Amendment Twelve to Consultant Contract for Services No. 05SC0293018 Middle Piney Reservoir Project
Technical Memorandum Wyoming Water Development Office Page 3
2021 WWDC/SWC MEETING SCHEDULE (Oct. 2020)
Date Day Program Item
MARCH
March 18, 2021 Thursday WWDC Workshop (Cheyenne) March 19, 2021 Friday WWDC Meeting (Election of Officers, Level I, II III, SWPP Contract Approval)
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MAY
May 12, 2021 Wednesday New Commissioner Orientation (Cheyenne) May 13, 2021 Thursday WWDC/SWC Workshop (Cheyenne) May 14, 2021 Friday WWDC/SWC Joint Meeting, (New Level I & II Apps Review/Approval, SRF-IUP) ______
AUGUST
August 11-13, 2021 Wed-Fri WWDC/SWC Workshop/Summer Tour/Meeting (TBD) ______
OCTOBER
October 5-7, 2021 Tues-Thurs Consultant Selection Interviews (Cheyenne) October 8, 2021 Friday WWDC Meeting, Selection Approval (Cheyenne)
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NOVEMBER
November 8, 2021 Monday WWDC/SWC Workshop (Casper) November 9-10, 2021 Tues-Wed WWDC/SWC Joint Meeting (Preliminary Funding Recs prior to WyoLeg) (Casper)
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May 2021
Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Wyoming Water Development Commission Wyoming State Loan and Investment Board
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
FY2022 Intended Use Plan
Introduction
The 1996 Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) amendments include requirements for each state to prepare an Intended Use Plan (IUP) for each capitalization grant application. The IUP describes how the State will use the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) to meet SDWA objectives and further the protection of public health. The IUP contains the following elements:
1. Priority List of Projects 2. Criteria and Method for Distribution of Funds 3. DWSRF Financial Status 4. Additional Subsidization 5. Green Project Reserve 6. Short- and Long-term Goals of the Program 7. Description of Set-Aside Accounts and Activities
The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI), and Water Development Office (WDO) prepared the draft IUP and provided it to the public for review and comment. The DWSRF program held a public meeting on the draft IUP on April 22, 2021, in Cheyenne. Appendix 3 summarizes comments and responses from the public meeting. Additionally, pursuant to State law, DEQ, OSLI and WDO has submitted the IUP to the Select Water Committee for review, comment and recommendations. The Wyoming State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB) will consider for authorization the Final Intended Use Plan at its meeting on June 3, 2021. The Final IUP will be submitted to EPA Region VIII.
Priority List of Projects
Appendix 1 contains the Comprehensive Priority List of public water systems in Wyoming that have expressed interest in the DWSRF, are planning capital improvement projects, have been identified as serious public health risks, have received notices of SDWA violations, or were issued administrative orders. Not all of the projects in Appendix 1 will use SRF funds. Some systems do not yet have major projects planned; the remainder expect to proceed with projects within the next several years. Cost information is not always available. Some systems have not yet completed the feasibility or financing plans for their projects.
The DWSRF program has identified projects most likely to apply for DWSRF funds during the upcoming year. Staff bases this projection on conversations and contacts made from potential
1 applicants. However, there is nothing implicit that these potential applications have preferential status to receive funding. Actual funding decisions will be made by the SLIB based on actual applications received and criteria determined by SLIB. The DWSRF program has also made conditional awards to fifteen projects. These projects with conditional awards still need to complete the remaining steps for DWSRF funding, either during the remainder of FY2021 or during FY2022. Projects with conditional awards do have preferential status to receive funding.
The Comprehensive Priority List in Appendix 1 identifies the projects that are expected to apply for DWSRF funds during FY2022 or that are expected to complete the remaining steps on conditional funding awards by the end of FY2021 or during FY2022. Their total estimated cost is $83,904,000. The DWSRF program believes these are the projects that will most likely pursue funding; however, other projects from the priority list may proceed before envisioned. The comprehensive priority list also identifies the projects expected to apply for funding during the FY2022-FY2025 timeframe. Their total estimated cost is $429,997,000. All projects on the Comprehensive Priority List are eligible to receive DWSRF loans. The State intends to fund projects in the actual application pool with both first and second round funds as needed to best meet (in the judgment of the State) the various known federal and state requirements, such as those regarding binding commitments, additional subsidization, green project reserve (GPR), and any as yet undetermined requirements.
Criteria and Method for Distribution of Funds
The Safe Drinking Water Act amendments of 1986 and 1996 imposed many new regulatory requirements upon public water suppliers. Public health and compliance problems related to these requirements are the most influential criteria in Wyoming’s project ranking system. System deficiencies, as related to public health and compliance, are also considered in the Wyoming ranking system. The financial impact of the proposed project on the system users is also considered; the communities most in need of low interest loans to fund the project are awarded points under the affordability criteria.
A summary of the ranking criteria and scoring is listed below. The complete Wyoming DWSRF Ranking System is attached to this plan as Appendix 2.
1. Public Health Issues - 200 points maximum 2. Compliance Issues - 240 points maximum 3. System Deficiencies that may affect public health or ability to comply - 85 points maximum 4. Affordability - 30 points maximum
Because public health issues may result from a variety of causes, points may be obtained from more than one of the four ranking system categories listed above. For example, any documented public health issue, such as a boil order resulting from bacteriological contamination, would be accompanied by compliance and system deficiencies points. Points are not awarded for any issue which results from operator error. Typically, project proposals that address immediate public health receive the highest overall scores, followed by proposals that address lower risk public health threats, such as chemical contaminants present at low levels, and then by proposals that address system deficiencies that may not allow compliance with existing or future regulatory requirements before noncompliance occurs.
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The Wyoming DWSRF program is required annually to use at least 15% of all funds credited to the DWSRF account to provide loan assistance to systems serving fewer than 10,000 people. Because the majority of systems in Wyoming serve fewer than 10,000 people, this requirement has and will be achieved.
Financial planning: The State of Wyoming bases its financial planning for the DWSRF on the following factors: fund utilization, Mineral Royalty Grant funds available, and projects ready to proceed. The core loan program interest rate of 2.5% and the special terms under recent capitalization grants have increased loan applications over the last few years. In addition, the loan origination fees and the interest payments are projected to increase as projects are completed and loan repayments begin. Furthermore, the health of the fund will increase with a higher fund utilization rate to replenish the revolving fund.
Interest rates and different types of assistance: The current market rate is calculated annually in July; the current market rate is 5.10%. The market rate is calculated using the Range of Yield Curve Scales, for Bonds with a rating of BAA for a twenty year period.
Loans will be made at an interest rate ranging from .5%-2.5% depending upon loan value and the availability of principal forgiveness; however, loans under the GPR will be made at a 0% interest rate. Repayment periods are up to twenty (20) years on regular loans and up to thirty (30) years on loans to disadvantaged communities. The interest rates were determined based on the following factors: Mineral Royalty Grant funds available, current market rate, and the need to ensure maximum fund utilization. In addition, each applicant will pay a 0.5% origination fee upon completion of loan documents. Some loans will also include forgiveness of a portion of the loan principal under requirements and criteria for awarding additional subsidization. Both additional subsidization and the GPR are discussed further in separate sections of this IUP.
Project funding decisions and bypass procedures: Historically, the State has been able to fund all eligible projects which actually apply for loan funding, and it expects to be able to continue to do so during FY2022, though not all applicants will likely be able to receive the full amount of principal forgiveness for which they apply. If and when the loan application amounts exceed the funding available for loans, the State will fund projects in order of priority of those that apply that are ready to proceed promptly with construction (or with design work for a design only loan). An exception may apply to projects eligible for the GPR; these projects, in priority order, may bypass higher ranked projects if needed to achieve the minimum GPR funding requirement. Only projects on the priority list will be considered eligible for funding, except in the case of emergencies as described below.
Non-emergency bypass procedures: Any projects not ready to proceed, or that do not apply, will be bypassed in favor of projects that actually apply. These determinations will be made at the time applications are received and presented to the SLIB. In addition, the State will do as much as possible to make bypassed projects ready to proceed in future years. This effort will include grant and loan seminars and video conferences to help applicants arrange funding for their projects. Only projects on the priority list will be considered eligible for funding, except in the case of emergencies as described below.
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Emergency bypass procedures: If SLIB determines that immediate attention is required to protect public health, a project may be funded with DWSRF funds on an emergency basis, even if it is not on the IUP. Any eligible costs would be reimbursable after the project meets all other applicable DWSRF program requirements. An emergency for this purpose refers to a natural disaster or similar event that causes damage or disrupts normal public water system operations and requires immediate action to protect public health and safety.
Cash Draw Ratio: In FY2022, the DWSRF program will use the grant-specific proportionality method for cash draws. The federal and state ratios for each open grant are calculated in Table 1. Currently the DWSRF program is using the FY2017 grant to pay for project payment requests.
Table 1. Cash Draw Ratio Calculation Set Aside State Account Federal State Year Cap Grant Match s Federal State Total Portion Portion 2014 $8,845,000 $1,769,000 $530,700 $8,314,300 $1,769,000 $10,083,300 82.46% 17.54% 2015 $8,787,000 $1,757,400 $853,060 $7,933,940 $1,757,400 $9,691,340 81.87% 18.13% 2016 $8,312,000 $1,662,400 $498,720 $7,813,280 $1,662,400 $9,475,680 82.46% 17.54% 2017 $8,241,000 $1,648,200 $494,460 $7,746,540 $1,648,200 $9,394,740 82.46% 17.54% 2019 $11,004,000 $2,200,800 $660,240 $10,343,760 $2,200,800 $12,544,560 82.46% 17.54%
Data Entry: The State will perform monthly updates to the DW Projects & Benefits Reporting (PBR) database. In addition, the State will perform monthly updates to the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Subaward Reporting System (FSRS) to meet the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act as required by the grant conditions of awarded grants.
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4 DWSRF Financial Status
The following table summarizes the DWSRF financial status.
Table 2. DWSRF summary financial status as of 3/18/2021 Federal Grant State Match (20%) Total Capitalization grants FY1997 through FY2007 $91,793,500 $18,358,700 $110,152,200 Capitalization grants FY2008 through FY2009 $16,292,000 $3,258,400 $19,550,400 ARRA 2009 grant (state match not required) $19,500,000 $0 $19,500,000 Capitalization grants FY2010 through FY2015 $58,019,000 $11,603,800 $69,622,800 Capitalization grant FY2016 $8,312,000 $1,662,400 $9,974,400 Capitalization grant FY2017 $8,241,000 $1,648,200 $9,889,200 Capitalization grant FY2018 $0 $0 $0
Capitalization grant FY2019 $11,004,000 $2,200,800 $13,204,800
Capitalization grant FY2020 $0 $0 $0
Capitalization grant FY2022 (estimate) $11,011,000 $2,202,200 $13,213,200
Total into DWSRF Accounts $224,172,500 $40,934,500 $265,107,000
Set-asides - Administration - 4.0% of FY1997 through FY2011 grants -$3,671,741 - Administration - portion of reserved amounts from FY2008 through FY2013 grants* -$1,009,800 - Administration – 4.0% for FY2014 through FY2019 -$2,133,400 - Technical Assistance (closed out) – Amount used from FY2001 grant -$23,916 - Source Water Assessment (closed out) - Amount used from FY1997 grant -$936,086 - Small Systems Technical Assistance - <=2% of FY2011 through FY2020 grants -$1,370,780
Sub-Total Set-asides -$9,145,723 Total Loan Principal Repayments $125,791,582 Total Loan Interest Payments $37,673,486 Investment Income earned $33,187,859 Loans (binding commitments) -$295,727,281 Estimated Fund Balance Available to Capital Construction $156,886,923
* Program administration set-aside: In previous IUPs, Wyoming reserved the authority to set aside an amount equal to four percent of each capitalization grant from FY2008 through FY2019, including ARRA 2009 (amount reserved from these grants=$5,805,141). Wyoming took an administration set-aside totaling $440,160, as part of its FY2019 capitalization grant. The DWSRF as of 4/1/2021 has an administration set- aside balance of $536,525 for future program administration expenses.
** As of 4/9/2021, $451,258 of the estimated fund balance has been conditionally awarded but is not yet under binding commitment. Projects involved are noted on the priority list and are expected to complete the remaining steps for DWSRF funding during the remainder of FY2021 or in FY2022.
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A more detailed description of set-asides may be found later in this plan. Any unused administrative funds are placed in an account and used for administration in future years. After federal capitalization grants are no longer available the program must rely solely on loan origination fees and State funds.
The State program legislation and rules provide for the collection of a 0.5% loan origination fee which is to be set aside in a separate account to provide for future administration of the DWSRF program. All current and future fees will be placed into an administration account.
Additional Subsidization
Starting with the FY2010 federal capitalization grant, the State must use certain amounts of the capitalization grant to provide additional subsidization to eligible recipients. In addition to that requirement, the State also intends to take a 30% allowance from both the FY2019 and FY2022 capitalization grants to provide additional subsidization to disadvantaged communities, as allowed under federal DWSRF rules. The 30% allowance is estimated to be $2,472,300 for each of these fiscal years. The State provides additional subsidization in the form of loans in which a portion of the principal will be forgiven upon project completion. SLIB determines the actual amount of principal forgiveness awarded to individual projects based on criteria set forth in SLIB Rules and Regulations Chapter 16 and on the actual applications received. The rules base eligibility for principal forgiveness primarily on disadvantaged community criteria that are based on income data, unemployment data, and population trends. The rules also allow eligibility based only on income criteria in cases where principal forgiveness does not need to be linked to disadvantaged community criteria. The rules specify a maximum percentage of principal forgiveness for applicants based on the given criteria. Table 3 shows the status of the additional subsidization requirement.
Table 3. Additional Subsidization Requirement Status as of 4/4/19 Federal Grant Year Federal Grant Amount Min. Required Add. Sub. Max. Allowable Add. Sub. FY2010 $13,573,000 $4,071,900 $13,573,000 FY2011 $9,418,000 $2,825,400 $9,418,000 FY2012 $8,975,000 $1,795,000 $2,692,500 FY2013 $8,421,000 $1,684,200 $2,526,300 FY2014 $8,845,000 $1,769,000 $2,653,500 FY2015 $8,787,000 $1,757,400 $2,636,100 FY2016 $8,312,000 $1,662,400 $4,156,000 FY2017 $8,241,000 $1,648,200 $4,120,500 FY2018 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 FY2019 $11,004,000 $2,200,800 $3,851,400 FY2021 11,011,000 $1,541,540 $3,853,850 Totals $96,587,000 $20,955,840 $49,481,150 Additional subsidization under binding $46,474,329 commitment Additional subsidization conditionally awarded, binding commitment $406,694 pending (includes additional amount awarded 4/9/2021) Minimum additional subsidization still required $0 (for FY2019 grant) Maximum additional subsidization still available (for FY2019 grant) $163,458
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Green Project Reserve
Starting with the FY2010 capitalization grant, to the extent there are sufficient eligible project applications, the State must use certain minimum amounts of the capitalization grants to fund projects which address green infrastructure, water or energy efficiency improvements, or other environmentally innovative activities (collectively referred to as "green" projects). This requirement is referred to as the Green Project Reserve, or GPR. Table 4 shows the status of the GPR. The priority list (Appendix 1) shows that sufficient green projects are anticipated to apply for funding or to complete remaining steps on conditional funding awards to meet the minimum required GPR amount. Other projects on the priority lists may be able to show, through a business case or other information, that they also are green projects; these projects too will be considered eligible for award under the GPR. GPR loans will have an interest rate of 0% and will be eligible for principal forgiveness under the criteria established in SLIB rules.
Table 4. Green Project Reserve Status as of 3/1/17 Federal Grant Year Federal Grant Amount Minimum GPR % Minimum GPR FY2010 $13,573,000 20% $2,714,600 FY2011 $9,418,000 20% $1,883,600 FY2012 $8,975,000 0% $0 FY2013 $8,421,000 0% $0 FY2014 $8,845,000 0% $0 FY2015 $8,787,000 0% $0 FY2016 $8,312,000 0% $0 FY2017 $8,241,000 0% $0 FY2018 $0.00 0% $0 FY2019 $11,004,000 0% $0 FY2021 $11,011,000 0% $0 Totals $4,598,200 GPR amount under binding commitment $19,450,480 GPR amount conditionally awarded, binding commitment pending $215,000 Minimum GPR amount remaining $0
Short-term Goals
1. To administer the DWSRF program in Wyoming.
2. To ensure the technical integrity of DWSRF projects through the review of compliance records; outreach efforts including presentations and training at Wyoming Association of Rural Water and Wyoming Water Quality and Pollution Control Association events and conferences; and review of planning, designs/specifications, and construction documents and activities.
3. To ensure the financial integrity of the DWSRF program through the review of the financial impacts of publicly owned public water supplies’ loan applications, and the ability for loan repayment.
7 Long-term Goals
1. To build and maintain a permanent, self-sustaining State Revolving Fund program that will serve as a cost-effective, convenient source of financing for drinking water projects in Wyoming.
2. To provide a financing assistance program to help publicly owned public water supplies afford sustainable infrastructure and to assist them with funds to complete capital improvement projects to maintain and achieve compliance.
3. To work with other federal, state, and local assistance providers to bundle funding packages that address publicly owned public water supplies' most pressing needs.
4. To have the OSLI, the DEQ, and the WDO recommend priorities for financial assistance from the DWSRF program to the Wyoming SLIB.
Set-Asides
The DWSRF may fund certain provisions of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, through the use of “set-aside” accounts. The DWSRF Federal and State enabling legislation allows set- aside amounts of the federal drinking water capitalization grant for specific purposes. These set-asides each have different purposes and conditions. Wyoming currently uses an administration set-aside and a technical assistance set-aside. Other set-asides which may be established include state program management and local assistance. The State of Wyoming reserves its right to implement its option to fund allowable set-asides.
Administration Set-Aside: Wyoming uses the 4% administration set-aside to cover program development, review of water system facilities plans, construction and bid documents, assistance and oversight during planning, design and construction, loan origination work, administering repayments, costs associated with the Select Water Committee and the public comment process, staff salaries, and other associated costs to administer the program.
Wyoming set-aside 4% of the FY1997 - FY2007 capitalization grants for program administration. In previous IUPs, Wyoming reserved the authority to set aside an amount equal to 4% of each capitalization grant from FY2008 through FY2019, including ARRA 2009 (amount reserved from these grants=$5,805,141). Wyoming took administration set-aside totaling $440,160 as part of its FY2019 capitalization grant. Wyoming did not take an administrative set aside from the FY2021 capitalization grant as we did apply for the 2021 Capitalization grant. The DWSRF as of 4/1/2021 has an administration set-aside balance of $536,525 for future program administration expenses.
Any funds that were set-aside for administration but not actually spent will be placed in an account and used for administration in future years. After federal capitalization grants are no longer available, the program must rely solely on origination fees and State funds. Spending such funds is subject to approval of the Wyoming Legislature, although federal restrictions will limit use of these funds to purposes related to this program.
8 Technical Assistance for Small Systems Set-Aside: A state may use up to 2% of its allotment to provide technical assistance to public water systems serving 10,000 people or fewer (section 1452(g)(2)). If a state does not use the entire 2% for these activities against a given allotment, it can bank the excess balance and use it for the same activities in later years. If a state chooses to use funds under this set-aside, EPA encourages states to use available funds to support small system efforts to apply for DWSRF loans. A state may use these funds to support a technical assistance team or to contract with outside organizations to provide technical assistance. Wyoming plans to continue using this set-aside to fund a contract with the Midwest Assistance Program (MAP) to assist small systems. An updated work-plan will be submitted to USEPA Region VIII for their approval.
State Program Management Set-Aside A state may use up to 10 percent of their annual allotment to develop and implement water system Capacity Development. Wyoming Plans to use this set-aside to support technical assistance for public water systems to achieve Capacity Development. A work plan will be submitted to Region VIII EPA for approval.
Local Assistance and Other State Program Set-Aside A state may use up to 15 percent of their annual capitalization grant to assist in development and implementation of other state programs. A maximum of 10 percent of the 15 percent set- aside funds may be spent on any single effort. Wyoming plans to use this set-aside to develop and implement a source water protection program for public water systems. A work plan will be submitted to Region VIII EPA for approval.
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Appendix 1: FY2022 Drinking Water State Revolving Fund - Comprehensive Priority List
Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect Award 2022 Award Alta Community 1 172 40 Alta Community 5600275 E. coli positive samples resulting in boil order 200 25% 50 X Pipeline Pipeline 8/18. Upgrades to achieve compliance. Greater Smoot WSD 2 102 260 Greater Smoot W&S 5601397 TCR violations 8/13 and 9/13. EPA administrative order 220 50% 110 X District issued 11/11, and notice of violation of that order issued 2/14. Install system upgrades to resolve these issues, including disinfection facilities. Bear River Regional 3 82 1200 Bear River 5601019 TTHM violations 2014. TCR violation 10/13. EPA 200 25% 50 X Regional JPB administrative order 9/15. System upgrades to achieve compliance. Kennington Springs 4 52 75 Kennington Springs 5601199 EPA administrative order 3/11 and subsequent violation 250 50% 125 X Water District notices and addenda. Construct upgrades to comply with administrative order; options include redevelop existing source, develop new source, regionalization, and possibly others. Owl Creek & S. 5 52 208 Owl Creek and South OCWS - A new well, storage tank, transmission main and pump 6000 50% 3000 X Thermop New Source Thermopolis WD 5601673 station to provide an alternate source of water to Owl Project STWSD - Creek and South Thermopolis WD's. Owl Creek is under 5601083 EPA admin order for violation of DBP. They intend to form a new JPB called Hot Springs County JPB Wheatland Uranium 6 47 3627 Wheatland, Town of 5600187 Uranium violations 2015. EPA administrative order 500 25% 125 X Compliance 3/16. Upgrades to achieve compliance. Owl Creek TTHM 7 45 60 Owl Creek Water 5601673 TTHM violation 2016. EPA administrative order 9/16. 200 50% 100 X District Upgrades to achieve compliance. American Road WSD 8 42 230 American Road WSD 5600968 Water tank roof is collapsing, resulting in water tank 300 25% 75 EB $30 X Water Tank failure. System losing water. I-beams have fallen in Replacement tank. Not sure if they have caused additional damage to the floor or not. We anticipate replacing the tank and using the existing foundation. Kemmerer- 9 42 263 Kemmerer- 5600028 TTHM violations 2015. EPA administrative order 250 50% 125 X Diamondville TTHM Diamondville JPB 3/16. Upgrades to achieve compliance.
Rawlins Raw Water 10 42 855 Rawlins Raw Water 5600045 The Rawlins water treatment plant has received EPA 1500 25% X X Transmission and Transmission and deficiency notice for Giardia and cryptosporidium in the Collection Collection city water supply. Improvements to the collection Replacement Replacement system are needed to eliminate contaminant entrance into the raw water collection system.
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Meeteetse Meters 11 40 327 Meeteetse, Town of 5600035 Reduce accumulation of HAA5 and THHM in dead-end 1067 50% 533.5 WC 100 X and System lines and limited turnover area in the upper pressure Appurtenances zone. Install two new transmission lines to loop areas of Town, install a new PRV to serve the upper pressure zone, and replace several fire hydrants. Replacement of water meters with detector-type units. Dixon 100,000 Gallon 12 38 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Rehabilitate tank, add/modernize pumps, controls and 420 75% 315 EB 60 X Water Tank Rehab appurtenances. Solar powered mixers to prevent Project freezing. Rawlins Treatment 13 37 9259 Rawlins, City of 5600045 Treatment plant nearing end of useful life and has 4500 25% 1125 X Upgrades recurring EPA sanitary survey deficiencies related to filters. Upgrades and/or replacements. Manderson Tank 14 36 114 Manderson, Town 5600204 New storage tank to replace old, deteriorated, leaking 654 75% 490.5 X of tank (cross contamination potential). Afton Spring Source 15 35 1911 Afton, Town of 5600002 Upgrades are required to satisfy sanitary survey 150 50% 75 150 X Overflow deficiency. Modification includes fabrication and Modifications installation of new overflow flapper gate system for the Afton Intermitting Spring. Laramie 3rd Street 16 34 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Water line and valve improvements/replacements 4000 25% 1000 X Utility Rehabilitation necessary in advance of the 2023 WYDOT 3rd Street Project. History of main breakage, cross-contaminatio potential. Laramie Distribution 17 34 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized waterlines 4000 25% 1000 WC 1000 X X Upgrades (cross contamination potential). DWSRF loans have been made for past similar projects. Laramie WTP 18 34 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Construction of a new 7,400 square foot Chemical 7500 25% 1875 X Chemical Building Building on the plant site.
Laramie Zone 1 Tank 19 34 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Add a 2 million gallon tank to the water system for 4500 25% 1125 X additional storage and supply Laramie Zone 3 Tank 20 34 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Add a 2 million gallon tank to the water system for 4000 25% 1000 X additional storage and supply and to provide a back up storage facility. Manville Waterlines 21 33 95 Manville, Town of 5600110 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized water lines 750 75% 562.5 X (cross contamination potential)
Fort Laramie Main 22 33 230 Fort Laramie, Town 5600185 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 240 75% 180 X Replacements of (cross contamination potential).
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Dubois Distribution 23 33 971 Dubois, Town of 5600177 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 500 75% 375 X Improvements and appurtenances (cross contamination potential). DWSRF loans have been made. Dubois Lead 24 33 971 Dubois, Town of 5600177 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 75% 75 X Corrosion Control system. Lusk distribution 25 33 1567 Lusk, Town of 5600032 We plan to replace the distribution system that breaks 18750 50% 9375 WB 2,500 X upgrades regularly and has insufficient flows.
Lusk Well and 26 33 1567 Lusk, Town of 5600032 Rehabilitate or replace existing well, including raise 1500 50% 750 X Distribution Upgrades wellhead above grade and eliminate underground vault. Replace and upsize undersized, corroded, and leaking mains (cross contamination potential). Loop deadend mains to improve water quality. Green River Flaming 27 32 12515 Green River, City of 5601181 Replace old cast iron and asbestos cement water lines 2000 0% 0 X Gorge Way Main under Flaming Gorge Way. Approximately one mile of Replacement Project old, deteriorated, undersized water mains with some (I-80 Business Route) lead fittings. There have been numerous water leaks on the lines. Strong potential for cross contamination. Encampment Main 28 31 450 Encampment, Town 5600060 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 250 75% 187.5 X Replacements of (cross contamination potential). LaBarge Pump House 29 31 551 LaBarge, Town of 5600222 Replace old, deteriorated building and floor which 121 50% 60.5 X Repair threatens to drop the feed pumps into the wet well (cross contamination potential). LaBarge Transmission 30 31 551 LaBarge, Town of 5600222 Replace old, deteriorated transmission line from 750 50% 375 X water treatment plant to storage tank (cross contamination potential). Salt Creek JPB 31 31 599 Salt Creek JPB 5600201 Replace old, deteriorated transmission main (cross 6500 75% 4875 X Transmission contamination potential). Improvements Salt Creek JPB 32 31 599 Salt Creek JPB 5600201 Replace 7 miles of waterline that is damaged 10000 75% 7500 Waterline 7 Miles
Basin Lead Corrosion 33 31 1285 Basin, Town of 5600004 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 75% 75 X Control system.
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Pine Bluffs Central 34 30 1129 Pine Bluffs, Town of 5600040 This project will include the drilling and construction of 550 50% 275 EC 200 X Low Nitrate Well a third Lance/Fox Hills Aquifer well and infrastructure to power and connect the well to the Town's water supply system. Turnerville Well 35 27 192 Turnerville W&SD 5601115 The Turnerville water source (Willow Creek Spring) has 550 50% 275 X Project been determined by EPA to be under the influence of surface water. Remove the spring from the system and drill a new well Meeteetse Lead 36 27 327 Meeteetse, Town of 5600035 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 50% 50 X Corrosion Control system.
Hanna Rattlesnake 37 27 841 Hanna, Town of 5600025 Replace failing water appurtenances in the Rattlesnake 300 50% 150 X Transmission Line transmission line that have not been replaced or repaired since building of the line in 1978. This is the sole water transmission line that services the Town of Hanna. Guernsey 38 27 1147 Guernsey, Town of 5600023 Replace/rehabilitate old, deteriorated mains, tanks, and 1130 50% 565 X Replacements/ appurtenances (cross contamination potential). Rehabilitation Greybull Tank 39 27 1847 Greybull, Town of 5600022 Replace old, deteriorated tank (cross contamination 1500 50% 750 X potential). Riverton 40 27 10615 Riverton, City of 5600047 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized mains and 442 25% 110.5 X Replacements appurtenances (cross contamination potential). DW loan #185 Happy Valley Water 41 25 100 Happy Valley Water 5600153 Replacement of old water lines that experience breaks 320 50% 160 X System District C regularly. Potential contamination source. Improvements
Deavor Distribution 42 25 178 Deaver, Town of 5600016 Replace/update old, inaccurate and leaking water 175 50% 87.5 WC 175 X Improvements meters and service lines. Rock River DI 43 25 245 Rock River, Town of 5600048 Replace DI transmission mains which are leaking to 1500 50% 750 X replacement reduce water losses and potential contamination.
Hudson Transmission 44 25 458 Hudson, Town of 5600183 Replace failing secions of Transmission Main, (cross 200 75% 150 X Main Repair contamination potential)
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Washakie Rural South 45 25 625 Washakie Rural 5601523 Planning on replacing almost 50 year old line and 1943 50% 971.5 X Project Water District appurtances.
Hanna Water Mains, 46 25 841 Hanna, Town of 5600025 Replacement of existing fire hydrants, water valves and 715 50% 357.5 X Fire Hydrants, metallic water fittings to improve service & reliability & Appurtenances to reduce potential contamination. Resurfacing Replacement Project included. Project could be done in phases. Upton Main 47 25 1100 Upton, Town of 5600140 Replace old, deteriorated water mains and 8000 50% 4000 X Replacements appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
Pine Bluffs Main 48 25 1129 Pine Bluffs, Town of 5600040 Replace old, deteriorated water mains (cross 1057 50% 528.5 X Replacements contamination potential).
Sundance I-90 49 25 1182 Sundance, City of 5600055 Replace a restrictive pipe under I-90 that feeds the 1200 50% 600 X Improvements south side of town.
Sundance Storage 50 25 1182 Sundance, City of 5600055 Replace old, deteriorated, undersized tanks, mains, and 3000 50% 1500 X and Distribution services (cross contamination potential). Loop mains for Improvements water quality and reliability. Sundance 51 25 1182 Sundance, City of 5600055 Upgrade aging transmission lines from well field 3500 50% 1750 X Transmission Improvements GR-RS-SWC JPWB 52 25 1600 GR/RS/SwCo-JPWB 5600050 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized transmission 4000 50% 2000 X Transmission mains (cross contamination potential). Replacement Greybull Transmission 53 25 1847 Greybull, Town of 5600022 Upgrade old deteriorated transmission mains and 1000 50% 500 X appurtenances (cross contamination potential). Afton Distribution 54 25 1911 Afton, Town of 5600002 Replace old, deteriorated, undersized mains (cross 1300 50% 650 WB 600 X and Storage contamination potential), including looping the Improvements replacements to eliminate deadends. Rehabilitate deteriorated top slab of concrete water storage tank (cross contamination potential). Thermopolis 55 25 3009 Thermopolis, Town 5600056 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 1300 50% 650 X Distribution of (cross contamination potential). DWSRF conditional Improvements award 4/17
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Mills Distribution 56 25 3461 Mills, Town of 5600036 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized water lines 2500 50% 1250 X Improvements (cross contamination potential). Replace old, deteriorated service saddles, valves, hydrants, and other appurtenances. Mills Tank Rehab 57 25 3461 Mills, Town of 5600036 This project involves the rehabilitation and upgrade of 750 50% 375 X the Town's Water Storage Tank #1. This project will replace the interior and exterior tank coating including spot repair of corroded areas, installation of cathodic protection in the tank and the installation of an in-tank mixing system. Worland Main 58 25 5487 Worland, City of 5600197 Replace old, deteriorated water mains (cross 1000 50% 500 X Replacements contamination potential). Powell Main 59 25 6314 Powell, City of 5600042 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 3000 50% 1500 X Replacements with some lead joints and cross contamination potential. Torrington Main 60 25 6501 Torrington, City of 5600164 Replace old, deteriorated water mains and 30000 25% 7500 X Replacements appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
BHR Water 61 25 14000 Big Horn Regional 5601454 The two 50-foot deep supply wells are impacted by 2128 25% 532 X X Transmission Main to JPB C Nitrates and exceed Copper limits. Need new deeper Burlington well or connection to regional water system. Sheridan Water Main 62 25 17444 Sheridan, City of 5600052 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized water mains 10000 25% 2500 X Replacements and appurtenances. "to prevent cross contamination and pollution." Multiple projects including but not limited to North Heights Water Main Replacement Project and South Downtown Reconstruction Project. Green Valley Estates 63 24 140 Green Valley 5601245 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 25% 25 X Lead Corrosion Estates Imp. District system. Control Thayne Main 64 24 366 Thayne, Town of 5600159 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 776 50% 388 X Replacements (cross contamination potential). DWSRF loans have been made. Sinclair Main 65 24 433 Sinclair, Town 5600054 Replace old, deteriorated water mains, services, and 600 50% 300 X Replacements of appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
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Project Owner PWS No Description
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Marbleton 66 24 1094 Marbleton, Town of 5600223 Replace an existing 200,000 gallon water tower with a 1200 25% 562.5 X Replacement of 250,000 gallon tower. The tower has been patched Existing Water Tower several times and the bottom is thin. Water has a high PH of 9 and is abrasive. The town abandoned one failed 50,000 gallon tower approximately three years ago and hasn't replaced it. Northwest Rural Main 67 24 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 Replace old, deteriorated water mains and 1700 25% 425 X Replacements Water District appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
NW Rural Sage Creek 68 24 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 The Sage Creek pump station is 25 years old and in need 3000 25% 750 EC 1,000 X Service Area system Water District of upgrades, and the transmission line and tanks are at upgrades capacity. NW Rural System 69 24 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 Add loop lines in several service areas to increase 3000 25% 750 WB 2000 X Upgrades. Water District pressure and flow. Replace leaking and defective flushing hydrants and individual service PRVs. Lander Transmission 70 24 7487 Lander, City of 5600176 High pressure continuation for Dillon Subdivision, 2500 25% 625 X line upgrades Phase 4 Wyoming Life Resource Center, Squaw Creek/Baldwin Creek Zones to replace old deteriorated and undersized pipelines to reduce losses and increase fire flows and reduce the possibility of cross contamination. Lander Transmission 71 24 7487 Lander, City of 5600176 Replace old deteriorated and undersized high pressure 1500 25% 375 X line upgrades, PHASE water mains and appurtenances to reduce water losses 3 and fix pressure fluctuations in additional zones. (cross- contamination potential) Buffalo Valley Distrib 72 22 60 Buffalo Valley WD 5600435 Replace leaky piping, install SCADA for tank level and 256 25% 64 X Upgrades & Repairs chlorine application. (cross contamination potential)
Buffalo Valley WD 73 22 60 Buffalo Valley WD 5600435 Replace leaky galvanized pipe. Add SCADA for 275 25% 68.75 X system operations. improvements Sundance Meadows 74 22 60 Sundance Meadows 5601639 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 50% 50 X Lead Corrosion Water District system. Control Granger 75 22 139 Granger, Town of 5600020 Rehabilitate old, deteriorated tank (cross contamination 500 50% 250 X Rehabilitation potential); includes repair, coating, cathodic protection, Projects mixing system. Reconstruct old, deteriorated raw water intake, pump station, and pipeline.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Clearmont Main 76 22 142 Clearmont, Town of 5600013 Replace old, deteriorated water mains (cross 272 50% 136 X Replacements contamination potential). DWSRF loan has been made. Clearmont Tank 77 22 142 Clearmont, Town of 5600013 Remove the interior tank corrosion and coat it with 285 50% 142.5 X Repairs zinc-epoxy. Also replace exterior steel beams. Bennor Estates Lead 78 22 174 Bennor Estates ISD 5601596 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 25% 25 X Corrosion Control system. Osage Water System 79 22 208 Osage Water 5600038 Replace cast iron distribution piping and old hydrants, 2555 50% 1277.5 WC 300 X Improvements District loop existing sections. Install new transmission line Project from an existing well to the existing tank for a backup water source. Upgrade existing SCADA system/controls. New meters, remote reading system, and curb stops on existing services without them. New coating on existing tank, disconnect Well No. 2 from Well No. 3 and the rest of system to mitigate cross-contamination issues, and upgrade the wellhouse. Osage Distribution 80 22 208 Osage Water 5600038 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 500 50% 250 X Improvements District (cross contamination potential). Freedom Hills 81 22 214 Freedom W&S 5600158 Water tank roof and bottom are failed. Leakage causing 708 25% 177 WB 70 X Emergency Water District damage to neighboring property and allowing potential Tank & Chlorine contamination of water supply. Building Replacement Kaycee Lead 82 22 263 Kaycee, Town of 5600196 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 50% 50 X Corrosion Control system.
KDJPB Main 83 22 263 Kemmerer- 5600028 Replace old, deteriorated water mains (cross 800 50% 400 X Replacements Diamondville JPB contamination potential). Meeteetse 84 22 327 Meeteetse, Town of 5600035 Looping dead end water lines and replace asbestos 372 50% 186 X Distribution transmission line with PVC. Improve capacity and Improvements resilience. South Park Service 85 22 350 South Park Service 5600822 Replace old, deteriorated water system components. 805 25% 201.25 WC 200 X Center ISD Center I&S District Install water meters.
Thayne Tank 86 22 366 Thayne, Town of 5600159 Rehabilitate deteriorated tank (cross contamination 488 50% 244 X potential). Construct additional storage tank. DWSRF conditional award 2/17; expected to become binding commitment by end of FY2017 or in FY2018.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Baggs Distribution 87 22 440 Baggs, Town of 5600058 Replace remaining old, deteriorated, asbestos concrete 520 50% 260 X Improvements mains that are prone to breaking and hazardous to operators during repairs. Loop dead end to eliminate stagnation and improve system pressure and fire flow. Pine Haven Water 88 22 490 Pine Haven, Town 5600191 Replace failing fire hydrants and valves and upsize and 300 25% 75 X System of replace some of the oldest water lines. improvements Cokeville Well 89 22 535 Cokeville, Town of 5600015 Cokeville has two wells but in July of 2020 their water 1366 25% 341.5 X tested positive for E Coli and it was determined that the town's well #2 is being influenced from surface water. Drill two wells closer to town, protected from surface influence and run a transmission line to the storage tanks. Big Piney S Nichols 90 22 552 Big Piney, Town of 5600007 Replacement of an aging 4" cast iron water line that has 300 25% 75 X Waterline had leakage and bursting issues. Replacement Project HMR Distribution 91 22 580 High Meadow 5601569 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 3590 25% 897.5 X Improvements Ranch Water and appurtenances (cross contamination potential). District Includes looping existing deadend lines and adding isolation valves and PRVs. Byron Distribution 92 22 593 Byron, Town of 5600008 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 1050 50% 525 X Improvements and appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
Byron Distribution 93 22 593 Byron, Town of 5600008 Replace Water Pipes Crossing Under Main Street with 415 50% 207.5 X Improvements- WYDOT resurfacing project. Replace old, deteriorated, WYDOT Main St and undersized water mains (cross contamination Project potential). Byron leaky hydrants 94 22 593 Byron, Town of 5600008 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 415 50% 207.5 X and distribution lines and leaky appurtenances (cross contamination potential).
Cowley Main 95 22 655 Cowley, Town of 5600206 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 3100 50% 1550 X Replacements (cross contamination potential).
Melody Ranch ISD 96 22 900 Melody Ranch I&S 5601440 Repair valves and hydrants damaged by corrosion (cross 330 25% 82.5 X Valve Repairs District contamination potential). Melody Ranch Water 97 22 900 Melody Ranch I&S 5601440 Construction of an additional water well, larger 560 25% 140 EC 200 X System District diameter transmission main, and a more efficient Improvements pumping system.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Moorcroft 98 22 1009 Moorcroft, Town of 5600037 Replace old, deteriorated, undersized water mains and 1201 25% 300.25 X Distribution distribution appurtenances (cross contamination Improvements potential). Loop water lines. DWSRF conditional award 2/17. Moorcroft North 99 22 1009 Moorcroft, Town of 5600037 This is a transmission main which would add 750 25% 187.5 X Water Transmission redundancy and looping north of the interstate and Main provide water to area currently not adequately served. Aspen Pines 100 22 1400 Aspens Pines WSD 5600220 Replace old leaking waterlines that have lead swing 400 25% 100 X Waterline joints. Replacement Project Star Valley Ranch 101 22 1503 Star Valley Ranch, 5600287 Replace aging/deteriorating Green Canyon Tank and 2000 25% 500 X Green Canyon Tank Town of associated piping. Replacement Star Valley Ranch 102 22 1503 Star Valley Ranch, 5600287 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 4000 25% 1000 WC 2000 X Main Replacements Town of (cross contamination potential). Estimated total need $12 million phased over several years. DWSRF loan made for first phase. DWSRF conditional award 12/16 for second phase Star Valley Ranch 103 22 1503 Star Valley Ranch, 5600287 Replace aging/deteriorating Prater Canyon Tank and 1000 25% 250 X Prater Canyon Tank Town of associated piping. Replacement
Star Valley Ranch 104 22 1503 Star Valley Ranch, 5600287 Replace existing (deteriorating and near inoperable) 600 25% 150 X Prater Canyon Town of zeroing boxes with pressure relief control system. Transmission Pressures from the transmission would reach near Pressure Controls 350psi without pressure relief at distribution (transmission pipe rating maxed at 160 psi). Eliminate open air contamination potentials associated with zeroing boxes. Saratoga Main 105 22 1690 Saratoga, Town of 5600061 Replace old, deteriorating and undersized mains, 8000 50% 4000 X Replacements looping mains/reduce dead ends, provide for adequate fire protection, valving for mainline isolation, meet current Wyoming DEQ Standards (cross contamination potential) Saratoga Tank Repair 106 22 1690 Saratoga, Town of 5600061 Repair leaking panel interfaces of the Town's one 320 50% 160 X million gallon bolted standpipe (storage tank) to prevent water loss. Saratoga Tank 107 22 1690 Saratoga, Town of 5600061 Replace deteriorating/leaking bolted steel standpipe. 2000 50% 1000 X Replacement
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Pinedale Main 108 22 2030 Pinedale, Town of 5600041 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 400 25% 100 X Replacements (cross contamination potential). DWSRF loan has been made. Pinedale Shallow 109 22 2030 Pinedale, Town of 5600041 Deepen shallow water lines to minimize freezing and 800 25% 200 WB $800 X main replacements save the water used for winter bleeding.
Pinedale Water Main 110 22 2030 Pinedale, Town of 5600041 Replace small sections of water mains in need of 100 25% 25 X and Hydrant replacement and replace old fire hydrants replacements Evansville 111 22 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Replace old, deteriorated waterlines and appurtenances 1500 50% 750 X Deteriorated Main (cross contamination potential). Replacements Wheatland 112 22 3627 Wheatland, Town N/A We plan to replace old water lines which are undersized 670 25% 167.5 X Undersized Water of and break regularly Line Replacement SAWS Water Main 113 22 3900 Sheridan Area 5600052 Replace old deteriorated and undersized water mains 8000 25% 2000 X Replacements Water Supply JPB and appurtenances. "Cross contamination and pollution". Sheridan Airport Transmission Main Project. Ft Bridger 114 22 4320 Bridger Valley JPB 5600757 Replace nearly 22,790 feet of water distribution line 4865 25% 1216 X Distribution and and appurtenances due to age and deteriorating Hydrant Replacement condition. Risk of contamination. Rawlins Potable Main 115 22 9259 Rawlins, City of 500045 Replace old, deteriorated and undersized water mains 750 25% 187.5 X Replacements and appurtenances. (cross contamination potential) Rawlins Tanks 116 22 9259 Rawlins, City of 5600045 Replace two old, deteriorated tanks (cross 2500 25% 625 X contamination potential).
Jackson Zone 3 Tank 117 22 9577 Jackson, Town of 5600213 Construct a new 2 MG finished water storage tank and 6511 0% 0 X water transmission pipeline to provide flow equalization, emergency storage and fire suppression storage in conformance with DEQ Regulations. Zone 3 currently does not have any storage reserve. Jamestown - Rio Vista 118 22 9577 Jamestown - Rio 5600810 This project will add distribution waterlines in the area 680 0% 0 X West side waterline Vista WSD of the District west of the Green River where residents do not currently have access to water.
Green River Cast Iron 119 22 12515 Green River, City of 5601181 Replace old cast iron water lines in numerous locations 2000 0% 0 X Water Line within the City of Green River. (cross contamination Replacement Project and lead fitting potential).
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Gillette Main 120 22 29087 Gillette, City of 5600019 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 3400 0% 0 X Replacements (cross contamination potential). Gillette Tank 121 22 29087 Gillette, City of 5600019 Rehabilitate tanks that have corrosion, foundation, and 2200 0% 0 X Rehabilitation site drainage problems (cross contamination potential). Includes project for tank Z1-R3 Casper 10 MG Tank 122 22 55316 Casper, City of 5601415 Rehabilitate old, deteriorated, 10 million gallon finished 12000 25% 3000 X Rehabilitation water storage reservoir (cross contamination potential).
Casper Miscellaneous 123 22 55316 Casper, City of 5601415 Replace/rehabilitate old, deteriorated, undersized 6000 25% 1500 X Water Main mains (cross contamination potential). Replacements Cheyenne Main 124 22 59466 Cheyenne, City of 5600011 Replace/rehabilitate old, deteriorated, and undersized 3000 0% 0 X Rehabilitation and water mains (cross contamination potential). Various Replacements DWSRF loans have been made. $10M total need. Cheyenne Round Top 125 22 59466 Cheyenne, City of 5600011 Replace old, deteriorated Round Top 10 million gallon 10000 0% 0 X X Tank Replacement underground storage tank (cross contamination potential) with new above ground tank. Natrona Beartrap 126 22 75450 Natrona County Tank, Well, Appurtenances. Correct EPA identified 500 25% 125 X Water System system deficiencies. Improvements South End WUD 127 19 9000 South End Water 5600970 Extend district and water lines to serve additional rural 580 50% 290 X distribution Users I&S District customers in our area. The water line will be extended extensions approx. 4.8 miles and service approx. 20 new taps. Dixon Energy 128 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Install solar power system at water treatment plant and 192 75% 144 EC 192 X Efficiency Upgrades operations facility (categorically green eligible).
Dixon Source Water 129 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Replace Infiltration Gallery valves, improve access, 225 75% 168.75 X and Water Treatment replace ultrafiltration membranes, aeration tank air Improvements supply compressor, and automate the existing multi- media pre-filter to automatically perform backwashes to improve treatment process. Dixon Storage Tank 130 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Construct a 150,000 gallon storage tank to replace 42- 1700 75% 1275 X Replacement year old existing tank.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Dixon Water 131 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Eliminate two dead ends by looping. 187.5 75% 140.62 X Distribution Looping 5
Dixon Water 132 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Install an isolated transmission line from the water 760 75% 570 X Transmission Line treatment plant's clear well to the Town's storage tank from WTP to Storage to improve disinfection contact time, promote tank Tank turnover, improve water quality, and increase overall pressure throughout system. Dixon Water 133 18 97 Dixon, Town of 5600059 Install an isolated transmission line from the water 750 75% 562.5 X Transmission Line treatment plant's clear well to the Town's storage tank from WTP to Storage to improve disinfection contact time, promote tank Tank turnover, reduce water age and Disinfection Byproducts, and improve quality and operating pressure throughout system. This project will also replace approximately 1,400 feet of unlined Cast Iron Pipe which is prone to corrosion, tuberculation, and failure. LaGrange Waterline 134 18 448 LaGrange, Town of 5600788 Waterline looping and extension. 450 75% 337.5 X Looping Pine Haven Tank and 135 17 490 Pine Haven, Town 5600191 Construct new tank at higher elevation to correct 497 25% 124.25 X Wells of existing static pressures below 35 psi and to provide additional storage. Plug and abandon one of two existing wells, improvements to the other existing well, and drill new well near tank. Includes upgra LaGrange Meters 136 16 448 LaGrange, Town of 5600788 Replace existing meters and pits with new meters 350 75% 262.5 WC 350 X including automated meter reading and leak detection system. LaGrange Tank 137 16 448 LaGrange, Town of 5600788 New tank and transmission. Chlorination 1100 75% 825 X improvements. Pineview ISD Tank 138 14 71 Pineview I&S 5601490 New tank and booster station for system that currently 265 25% 66.25 X and Booster District has only pressure storage. Piping upgrades, generator, meters. Laramie 20''/24'' 139 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Connect the 20" and the 24" transmission mains near 120 25% 30 Crossover the west edge of Laramie. Laramie Grand 140 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Upsize existing transmission mains to improve water 4000 25% 1000 X Avenue System supply. Improvements
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Laramie N 3rd Street 141 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Provide a water line from the Municipal Operations 2500 25% 625 WC 500 X Water Main Loop Center back to the distribution system to eliminate a dead end water line. Laramie Tanks 142 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 New tank in northern part of system to better serve 4356 25% 1089 X area. Includes transmission, pump station, pressure control stations, and other appurtenances. DWSRF conditional award 4/17; binding commitment by end of FY2017 or in FY2018. Laramie Treatment 143 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 The nine programmable logic controllers at the water 300 25% 75 X Plant PLC treatment plant are reaching the end of their useful life Laramie Water Main 144 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Install a liner in water lines which cross critical 2000 25% 500 X Lining infrastructure where a failure could cause major damage and have a negative economic impact to the area. Laramie Wister Pump 145 14 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 The pumps at the Wister pump station will need to be 1000 25% 250 X Replacement replaced to maintain the pump station's functionality. Encampment 146 13 450 Encampment, Town 5600060 Loop existing dead end distribution mains to improve 300 75% 225 X Distribution Looping of system reliability and water circulation. Dubois Water System 147 13 971 Dubois, Town of 5600177 Replace old, deteriorated, and undersized water mains 1443 75% 1082.2 WB 175 X Improvements and appurtenances with cross contamination potential. 5 HMR Interconnection, 148 12 580 High Meadow 5601569 District system currently has two parts unconnected to 1030 25% 257.5 X Tank, and Well Ranch Water each other, and it lacks storage and adequate District redundancy of supply. Install new transmission main to interconnect two separate parts of system, tank and booster station, additional well, disinfection Cowley Tank 149 12 655 Cowley, Town of 5600206 Replace existing undersized tank and associated 1380 50% 690 X transmission main. Chlorination system. Backflow preventers on transmission line taps. Cowley water system 150 12 655 Cowley, Town of 5600206 Install a water line that will tie the west end dead end 2200 50% 1100 X improvements line to a dead end line owned by South End Water Users ISD. The line will loop the sysems, improve water quality and pressures for both systems. Replace old, undersized water lines and extend the service to cover the Town's new expansion. Newcastle AC water 151 12 3532 Newcastle, City of 5600256 Replace aging 6" AC water line and upsize water line to 350 25% 87.5 X line replacement 8".
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Fort Laramie Meters 152 11 230 Fort Laramie, Town 5600185 Replace existing old, malfunctioning meters with new 58 75% 43.5 WC 58 X of meters, including automated meter reading and leak detection system. Burns Well 153 11 301 Burns, Town of 5600188 Replacement wells for wells A2, A3, and A4. 2400 75% 1800 X Replacements Etna Tank No. 2 154 11 450 Etna Water and 5600157 Construct an additional 500,000-gallon storage tank to 1495 75% 1121.2 X Sewer District C meet existing and future connections as well as meet 5 the required fire storage per Wyoming DEQ Chapter 12 design standards LaBarge Emergency 155 11 551 LaBarge, Town of 5600222 Emergency generator for water treatment plant. 150 50% 75 X Generator Salt Creek JPB Pump 156 11 599 Salt Creek JPB 5600201 Upgrades to pump station and surge tank constructed 320 75% 240 X Station and Surge in 1995, involving SCADA, controls, electrical, pumps, Tank Improvements piping, valves, and various other appurtenances. Salt Creek JPB 157 11 599 Salt Creek JPB, 5600201 Looking at fixing issues with our waterline and 1500 75% 1125 X Waterline upgrade Midwest C improving the water quality Yoder Distribution 158 10 151 Yoder, Town of 5600169 Distribution System Improvements 1400 75% 700 X Improvements South Big Horn 159 10 1000 South Bighorn 5601454 Extend water mains to provide service to Greybull River 1900 50% 950 X Extension County valley area and possible future service as far as Water Supply Burlington area. Existing individual wells produce JPB groundwater of poor quality; many residents haul water. Nordic Ranches 160 10 2484 Nordic Ranches 5601418 New well, replace distribution lines, add storage 350 50% 175 X Community WSD - Community WSD Capital improvements Riverton Water 161 10 10615 Riverton, City of 5600047 This project is the last phase of a WWDC project that 4900 25% 1225 X Supply, Pressure Zone will extend the service area of the city's water system to 4 the west. Delays obtaining permission to cross tribal lands resulted in our current funding falling short. Sheridan Main 162 10 17444 Sheridan, City of 5600052 Extend water mains to serve areas that currently have 931 25% 232.75 X Extensions water of inadequate quantity and/or quality. Extend and loop transmission main to eliminate deadend and provide redundancy. Extend main to serve new school.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Broken Wheel Ranch 163 7 50 Broken Wheel 5601625 Tank, well, transmission, and pump improvements to 386 50% 193 X Ranch address deficiencies identified in EPA sanitary survey I&S District (including operating pressure below 20 psi), to meet demands, and to increase reliability. Install new curb stops and meters pits (currently unmetered) Squaw Creek System 164 7 110 Squaw Creek Water 5600737 Upgrades to more efficiently use limited supply. New 100 25% 25 X Upgrades District tanks. Replace well pumps. SCADA, controls, piping, metering, and valve upgrades. DWSRF loan has been made. Ten Sleep Well 165 7 260 Ten Sleep, Town of 5600203 Replace inaccurate flow meters at the Town's wells in 75 50% 37.5 X Houses' Flow Meters order to be able to calculate system losses by Replacement comparing to Town's distribution billing meters. Thayne Meadows 166 7 366 Thayne, Town of 5600159 Back-up generator for the meadows booster pump 350 50% 175 X Booster Pump station, add SCADA and other improvements, and Improvements connect the booster pump station to a nearby Subdivision to resolve inadequate pressure violations. Pine Haven Boe Drive 167 7 490 Pine Haven, Town 5600191 Install a main and appurtenances to improve service to 903 25% 225.75 X Waterline of an area with inadequate water service by looping and adding redundancy to the system. Hog Island ISD Water 168 7 500 Hog Island I&S New New water system for area where homes are on 5000 25% 1250 X System District system individual wells with inadequate quality and quantity. Hanna Meters 169 7 841 Hanna, Town of 5600025 Replace existing meters with new meters including 500 50% 250 WC 500 X automated meter reading and leak detection system. Hanna Miscellaneous 170 7 841 Hanna, Town of 5600025 Water source, transmission, treatment, distribution, 1500 50% 750 X Improvements and storage upgrades. Fencing improvements at storage facilities. Lovell Looping and 171 7 2360 Lovell, Town of 5600031 Eliminate stagnant water by looping dead end water 675 50% 337.5 X Service Extension line and extend service to areas that currently do not have good source of water. Riverton Meters 172 7 10615 Riverton, City of 5600047 Replace old, deteriorated meters with automated read 925 25% 231.25 WC 925 X equipment including leak detection (current equipment at end of service life). Riverton Safety 173 7 10615 Riverton, City of 5600047 Safety and/or regulatory upgrades to the water 200 25% 50 X Improvements treatment plant, well houses, and storage tanks. Resulting from EPA Sanitary Survey Laramie Turner Well 174 7 30816 Laramie, City of 5600029 Improvements to Turner Well Field. 2500 25% 625 X Field Improvements
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Grover W&S District 175 5 147 Grover W&S District 5600160 Replace existing meters with new meters including 120 50% 60 WC 120 X Meters automated meter reading and leak detection system.
Deavor Maintenance 176 5 178 Deaver, Town of 5600016 Construct a maintenance shop for the operations center 112.5 50% 56.25 X Shop for water portion of the town's public works department. Town of Deaver 177 5 178 Deaver, Town of 5600016 Provide water to areas of the Town that have 715 50% X Inadequate Water inadequate or missing water coverage to maintain the Coverage Project health and safety of Town residents. Bedford Storage 178 5 226 Bedford WSD 5600006 This project will increase storage in the system as 1200 50% 600 X Improvements detailed in the 2019 WWDC Bedford Water Supply Master Plan Level 1 Study. Bedford Water 179 5 226 Bedford WSD 5600006 Replace undersized and deteriorating waterlines, add 500 50% 250 X Distribution looping in the distribution system. Install isolation valves to facilitate repairs and maintenance and replace hydrants that have reached the end of their useful life or install hydrants in areas where hydrant spacing is too far. This project will address deficiencies identified in the 2019 Bedford Water Supply Master Plan prepared by the WWDC. Bedford Water 180 5 226 Bedford WSD 5600006 This project will construct a new transmission line to 3500 50% 1750 X Transmission serve the northern portion of the District. The project Improvements will also replace undersized water transmission lines to improve service and reliability. Pavillion Meters 181 5 231 Pavillion, Town of 5600039 Replace existing meters with new meters including 600 50% 300 WC 500 X automated meter reading and leak detection system. Pavillion Well 182 5 231 Pavillion, Town of 5600039 Pavillion has 4 older wells with increasing problems. The 500 50% 250 X purpose of this project is to provide Pavillion an improved, reliable well. Ten Sleep Master 183 5 260 Ten Sleep, Town of 5600203 Install two master meter vaults to totalize flow to two 144 50% 72 X Meter Vaults out of town developments to compare with individual flow meters in order to be able to calculate system losses. Ten Sleep Shriver 184 5 260 Ten Sleep, Town of 5600203 Replace inaccurate flow meters at the Town's wells in 1000 50% 500 X Park Transmission order to be able to calculate system losses by Line comparing to Town's distribution billing meters.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Ten Sleep Well 185 5 260 Ten Sleep, Town of 5600203 Redrill and replace one of two supply wells dating form 1270 50% 635 X 1950's to ensure continued source supply redundancy. Includes new well house and appurtenances. Well flows artesian therefore not requiring power to run well pump to pump to storage tank. South Thermopolis 186 5 300 South Thermopolis 5601083 Refinance project originally constructed to resolve 400 50% 200 X Refinance W&S District issues of low pressures and deteriorated and/or undersized infrastructure and to serve additional areas that had inadequate individual wells. Hudson Water Supply 187 5 458 Hudson, Town of 5600183 The Water Treatment Plant is aging and in need of 400 75% 300 X Improvements improvements. The Town also relies on wells which may need to be improved.
South Laramie WSD 188 5 550 South of Laramie 5601393 Drill new well for secondary water source. DWSRF 193 50% 96.5 X Well W&S District conditional award 2/17; expected to become binding commitment by end of FY2017 or in FY2018. Upton Well 189 5 1100 Upton, Town of 5600140 New well to replace an old well. 1500 50% 750 X
Pine Bluffs 190 5 1129 Pine Bluffs, Town of 5600040 Main looping and extensions for water quality and 175 50% 87.5 X Miscellaneous pressure improvement. Install hydrants. Install bulk Upgrades water fill station. Pine Bluffs North 191 5 1129 Pine Bluffs, Town of 5600040 Construct a water transmission loop to improve 520 50% 260 X Property Water pressure, fire flow, and provide a redundant supply. Transmission Line Project includes crossing Hwy 30 and UP Railroad rights- of-way. Pine Bluffs Well 192 5 1129 Pine Bluffs, Town of 5600040 Replacement well and transmission. North Wells, on 800 50% 400 X Replacement list in case of project changes. Pine Bluffs Reverse 193 5 1129 Pine Bluffs, 5600040 Add reverse osmosis to treat water from some wells 1320 50% 660 X Osmosis Town of which are increasing in nitrate concentration. Sundance Wells 194 5 1182 Sundance, City of 5600055 Rehabilitate/redevelop existing wells. 850 50% 425 X GR-RS transmission 195 5 1600 GR/RS/SwCo-JPWB 5600050 Increase capacity and provide redundancy to the 6600 50% 3300 X system upgrades pumping and transmission system for the "Windriver Service Zone" in Rock Springs. This zone delivers water to all area north of I-80 including three districts and Reliance. A WWDC Level II study is scheduled for completion in spring/summer 2018. GR-RS-SWC JPWB 196 5 1600 GR/RS/SwCo-JPWB 5600050 Parallel/redundant transmission mains to ensure 4000 50% 2000 X Additional continuous service in critical mains. Transmission
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Afton Source 197 5 1911 Afton, Town of 5600002 Modify the overflow to the existing spring source so 400 50% 200 X Improvements that it meets requirements Lovell Service 198 5 2360 Lovell, Town of 5600031 Town of Lovell service extensions to property that the 1750 50% 875 X Extension - Armory WYARNG is looking to build a new FMS center. Thermopolis Backup 199 5 3009 Thermopolis, Town 5600056 Backup generator for pump station. 160 50% 80 X Generator of Mills Emergency 200 5 3461 Mills, Town of 5600036 Installation of an emergency generator at the Town's 1200 50% 600 X Generator Water Treatment Plant. Torrington New Well 201 5 6501 Torrington, City of 5600164 Backup well and connection as identified in the phase I 600 25% 150 EC 14 X water study. South End WUD 202 5 9000 South End Water 5600970 Control building to replace underground vault at 530 50% 265 X Users I&S District system's connection to Cowley system. Tie a dead end water line in the system back to the Town of Cowley's system along Lane 8. Improve quality in the line and reliability/capacity. Sheridan Intake 203 5 17444 Sheridan, City of 5600052 Improvements to intake facilities that serve the 300 25% 75 EB 50 X Improvements Sheridan and Big Goose water treatment plants. Includes improvements to communications, SCADA, electrical, screening, piping/valves, flow measurement, security, and energy efficiency (possible green eligibility). Sheridan water 204 5 17444 Sheridan, City of 5600052 Review and evaluate reservoirs within the overall water 3000 25% 750 X storage system to eliminate all EPA deficiencies associated with improvements reservoirs and discharge points. Improvements include upgrades to hatches, screens, flap gates and appurtenances, replacement of aged and corroded piping, potential removal of reservoirs from the system. Sheridan/SAWS 205 5 17444 Sheridan, City of 5600052 Miscellaneous upgrades at the two water treatment 2000 25% 500 X Treatment Plant plants, involving SCADA, plate settlers, backwash piping, Miscellaneous disinfection, sludge handling/drying, vehicle storage Upgrades building, road surfacing, drainage, security gates, utilidor. SMP emergency 206 5 17444 Shoshone Municipal 5601198 We plan to: (1) replace 3 (three) thirty-year old 1306 25% 326.5 X power generation Water JPB (SMP) emergency power generators; and, (2) finish upgrading and HVAC upgrades. our HVAC (boiler) system.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Skyline ISD Water 207 4 258 Skyline ISD 5600217 New water supply well, disinfection system; replace 900 25% 225 WC $115 X System hydropneumatic storage tank; replace, upgrade and/or Improvements rehabilitate aging or damaged water system electrical and mechanical controls; install fire hydrants; and replace manual read customer meters with automatic radio read metering system (green meters). Pioneer Transmission 208 4 450 Pioneer W&S 5600828 Additional transmission line from regional system to 682 50% 341 X District northern part of District to provide looping for more reliable supply. Marbleton Water 209 4 1094 Marbleton, Town of 5600223 Install residential, leak-detecting meters. 1125 25% 562.5 X Meter Project Marbleton Water 210 4 1094 Marbleton, Town of 5600223 The Town has eight wells supplying their domestic 550 25% 562.5 X Well Replacement needs. One well is out of service and one of their better Project production wells is nearing its life cycle. The town recently videoed their wells and found the slotted steel casing is in the failure stage. It takes seven of the eight wells to be operational to meet their needs. This project would replace the well that is off line and replace the well in the worst condition. Evansville WTP Pump 211 4 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Replace and upgrade intake pumps at water treatment 400 50% 200 EC 400 X Upgrades plant. Old pumps are t energy efficient. Variable speed drives will be installed on the new pumps. Newcastle Well and 212 4 3532 Newcastle, City of 5600256 Purchase and connect new well to water system. 740 25% 185 X Control Upgrades NW Rural SCADA 213 4 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 Update / upgrade SCADA systems in pump stations, 1250 25% 312.5 EB 1,250 X System Water District storage tank sites, connection buildings, and other Improvements facilities that are currently approximately 25 years old and nearly obsolete. Install modern, energy efficient, remote operation monitors. The updated equipment would report individual station energy consumption, add leak detection capability, and reduce operator time and mileage for physically monitoring equipment leading to a large energy savings. NW Rural System 214 4 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 Replace pumps that are more than 25 years old and 1500 25% 375 EB 1000 X pump station Water District upgrade pump station SCADA, starter motors and all upgrades. associated items. NW Rural Tanks and 215 4 5500 Northwest Rural 5601254 Install tanks for additional storage in O'Donnell and 500 25% 125 X Pump Station Water District North End service areas. Upgrade North End pump station.
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Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Douglas Well Project 216 4 6120 Douglas, City of 5600137 Construction a new water well and water transmission 2000 25% 500 X main to increase the water supply reliability to the City of Douglas water customers. We are currently working with WWDC on a Level II Study for this project. Lander Level II Water 217 4 7487 Lander, City of 5600176 Extend Level II Water Well Supply lines into the existing 1400 25% 350 X Well supply lines treatment plant or develop an approved alternate treatment if the 2019 WWDC Level 2 Test Well study produces a viable supplemental water source for the town of Lander. Aladdin 218 2 15 Aladdin, Town of 5601489 Purchase Well from WWDO. 50 50% 25 X
Opal Water System 219 2 96 Opal, Town of 5600835 Water system upgrades to reduce stagnation. 520 50% 260 X Upgrades Fox Ridge ISD System 220 2 100 Fox Ridge I&S 5601615 Well improvements, pump system upgrades, backup 250 25% 62.5 X Upgrades District generator, master meter, distribution upgrades. Granger secondary 221 2 139 Granger, Town of 5600020 Construct new transmission line from the Ham's Fork 2500 50% 1250 X water source River to the town's sediment pond as a secondary source of water for the town. Clearmont Well 222 2 142 Clearmont, Town of 5600013 New well to provide adequate redundancy of supply. 250 50% 125 X
Indian Paintbrush 223 2 150 Indian Paintbrush 5600758 New well, transmission, and storage tank. Install meters 475 25% 118.75 X Water District Water District on services (currently unmetered). Upgrades also include chlorination, pump station, control valves, controls, emergency generator. DWSRF loan has been made. Osage Meters 224 2 208 Osage Water 5600038 Replace existing meters with new meters including 300 50% 150 WC 300 X District automated meter reading and leak detection system. Osage Telemetry 225 2 208 Osage Water 5600038 Update telemetry system for tank operation to better 100 50% 50 X District control levels and reduce water loss. Spring Creek Backup 226 2 400 Spring Creek ISD 5600811 Standby power generators for water supply pump 1470 25% 367.5 X Power stations Baggs Meter 227 2 440 Baggs, Town of 5600058 Relocate meters from crawl spaces into meter pits and 270 50% 135 WB 270 X Replacement Project update existing meters with automated meter reading and leak detection system. Baggs Well 228 2 440 Baggs, Town of 5600058 Install horizontal collector well or on-land infiltration 500 50% 250 X gallery to provide alternate raw water supply to treatment plant.
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Project Owner PWS No Description
2023 -
Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Baggs WTP Electrical 229 2 440 Baggs, Town of 5600058 Replace the two Variable Frequency Drives that supply 450 50% 225 X Upgrades the membrane filters; and install an emergency generator to maintain operation during frequent power outages, misc. electrical upgrades. Baggs/Dixon 230 2 440 Baggs, Town of 5600058 Transmission main to provide system redundancy and 5340 50% 2670 X Transmission Main to regionalize the Town of Baggs (5600058) and Town of Dixon (5600059) water treatment plants. PAWS regionalization 231 2 450 Platte Alliance na The PAWS Project is intended to supply potable water 27500 50% 13750 X project Water Supply to entities in the Platte River Basin from Guernsey, WY (PAWS) Project to Bridgeport, NE, through construction of an Outlet Works at Glendo Reservoir, approximately 24 miles of 42" Raw Water Line to a 16 Million Gallon Per Day Water Treatment Plant in the vicinity of Guernsey, then through approximately 104 miles of 42", 36", 24", 18" and 12" Water Supply Transmission Line, with 3 pressure reducing stations en route. Pine Haven Water 232 2 490 Pine Haven, Town 5600191 The Town has approximately 1/3 of their meters in 200 25% 50 X Meter Replacement of houses and obsolete. They would like to install in meter pits at the property lines to improve readibility and replace the old meters. Cokeville Meters 233 2 535 Cokeville, Town of 5600015 New meters and pits in unmetered areas. Replace old 750 25% 187.5 WC 500 X faulty well meters. Clearview Acres 234 2 540 Clearview Acres WD 5500091 Replace the main 8" PVC line near the Wind River Pump 1350 25% 337.5 X Water Improvement Station with a 10"PVC line to eliminate excess flow Project velocities. Install looping throughout system to reduce velocities and add redundant flow paths. Replace all AC lines with PVC lines, Install new Meters, Install any needed PRVs. HMR Meters 235 2 580 High Meadow 5601569 Install meters in currently unmetered system. DWSRF 500 25% 125 WC 787 X Ranch Water conditional award 4/17; expected to become binding District commitment be end of FY2017 or in FY2018. Byron Looping 236 2 593 Byron, Town of 5600008 Waterline looping to eliminate deadends and increase 613 50% 306.5 X reliability. Alpine Meters 237 2 828 Alpine, Town of 5600156 Replace existing meters with new meters including 300 25% 75 WC 300 X automated meter reading and leak detection system.
Saratoga Well 238 2 1690 Saratoga, Town of 5600061 Deepen and/or install additional well screens in Well 550 50% 137.5 X Upgrades No. 5 to increase capacity and eliminate air problems. Install additional well for increased capacity. Update SCADA Control System, provide backup power supply.
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Project Owner PWS No Description
2023 -
Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Wright Tank and 239 2 1807 Wright W&S District 5600136 Replace chlorination system in new location for better 1400 25% 350 X Chlorination access. Remove or rehabilitate tank. Associated pipe Improvements and valve improvements. Pinedale Town 240 2 2030 Pinedale, Town of 5600041 This project includes additional water mains and service 1500 25% 375 X Infrastructure Project lines for an area with inadequate water service.
Pinedale Water 241 2 2030 Pinedale, Town of 5600041 This project includes a watershed study of the drinking 5000 25% 1250 X source and treatment water source, water source protection, and potential project water treatment upgrades Lyman Pipe 242 2 2115 Lyman, Town of 5600033 Replace cast iron pipe and asbestos cement pipe that is 1350 25% 337.5 B 350 X Replacement in WYDOT right of way. Install new pipe to loop the lines better and connect services so that lines are out of WYDOT roadway. Evansville 243 2 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Replace obsolete or poorly functioning hydrants and 200 50% 100 X Appurtenances valves. Evansville Connection 244 2 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Emergency connection to the Central Wyoming 350 50% 175 X to Central WY Regional Water System. Regional Evansville Main 245 2 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Loop and upsize water lines to improve service. 7000 50% 3500 X Looping and Upsizing Evansville New Tank 246 2 2544 Evansville, Town of 5600018 Construct additional storage tank. 1500 50% 750 X
Glenrock 247 2 2576 Glenrock, Town of 5600199 Transmission main improvements to provide more 130 25% 32.5 X Transmission reliable supply to northern part of town.
Newcastle 248 2 3532 Newcastle, City of 5600256 Replace aging 6 inch steel water distribution line. 450 25% 112.5 X Distribution Line Replacement Newcastle Meters 249 2 3532 Newcastle, City of 5600256 Retrofit existing meters with automated meter reading 500 25% 125 WC 500 X and leak detection system. Wheatland 250 2 3627 Wheatland, Town N/A Upgrade SCADA system to include the entire water 250 25% 62.5 X Telemetry/SCADA of system System Upgrade Wheatland Well 251 2 3627 Wheatland, Town 5600187 New wells for increased source redundancy. Most of 500 25% 125 X of town's wells are several decades old. Cody Tank 252 2 9520 Cody, City of 5600207 New tank and transmission. 1200 25% 300 X
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Project Owner PWS No Description
2023 -
Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Cody Water 253 2 9520 Cody, City of PWS Extend water distribution and the necessary booster 1500 25% 375 X X Distribution NW 5600207 systems to serve areas identified in the City of Cody Extension Comprehensive Land Use Plan generally NW of current service area. Jackson Zone 3 water 254 2 9577 Jackson, Town of 5600213 Drill a new well to provide additional supply to 1150 0% 0 X supply well. Jackson's Pressure Zone 3, provide controls, SCADA, chlorination and standby generator, and provide new transmission pipe lines. Green River Main 255 2 12515 Green River, City of 5601181 Upsize and reconfigure water mains to improve balance 1000 0% 0 X Reconfiguration of flow between tanks. Green River Water 256 2 12515 Green River, City of 5601181 Rehabilitate three old, deteriorated water tanks (cross 1000 0% 0 X Tanks Rehabilitation contamination possible). Replace the interior and Project exterior coatings including spot repair of corroded areas and installation of cathodic protection. Gillette Disinfection 257 2 29087 Gillette, City of 5600019 Convert the existing chlorine gas disinfection system to 2500 0% 0 X a Sodium Hypo-Chloride generation systems at Pump Station #1 Gillette Lakeway Area 258 2 29087 Gillette, City of 5600019 Transmission, storage, and pump station improvements 12300 0% 0 X Improvements to extend Zone 2 to Lakeway area. This will allow switchover of some current Zone 3 areas to be more appropriately served by Zone 2. Probably not activate until about 2022 Recluse School Lead 259 2 46133 Campbell County 5601057 Lead result above action level. Install corrosion control 100 0% 0 X Corrosion Control School District system. Cheyenne Pressure 260 2 59466 Cheyenne, City of 5600011 Improvements associated with pressure management 2000 0% 0 X Management plan phase II. This will allow City to better manage pressures within distribution system to reduce main breaks. Cheyenne Reservoir 261 2 59466 Cheyenne, City of 5600011 Construct transmission lines to bypass Crystal and 3000 0% 0 X Bypass Transmission Granite Reservoirs to allow water to flow directly to Mains Sherard WTP when necessary. Cheyenne Sherard 262 2 59466 Cheyenne, City of 5600011 Install a hydropower generator unit at the Sherard 4900 0% 0 EC 500 X Hydropower Water Treatment Plant. This will generate power to Generator operate the drinking water treatment plant using the excess head available in the raw water pipeline. DWSRF loan has been made. Central Wyo. Reg 263 2 60000 Central Wyo 5600009 This project will be replacement of the existing ozone 2000 25% 500 X Ozone Generation Regional Water generators that are now 20 years old. Upgrade System
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Project Owner PWS No Description
2023 -
Rank Rank Points Population Allocation Amount $1,000 Est Max % Princ Forg Est Max Princ $1,000 Forg Green Type Green Amount $1,000 Expect 2022 Award 2022 Award Central Wyo. Reg. 264 2 60000 Central Wyo 5600009 Refinance loans that were originally made for major 6600 25% 1650 X Refinance Regional Water improvements associated with the creation of the System regional water system. The regional system was established to consolidate several independent systems to improve their technical, managerial, and financial capacity. Central Wyo. Reg. 265 2 60000 Central Wyo 5600009 SCADA and PLC system upgrades throughout regional 1700 25% 425 X SCADA Upgrades Regional Water water system. System Central Wyo. Reg. 266 2 60000 Central Wyo 5600009 Transmission main along Westwind road connecting 5500 25% 1375 X Westwind Rd. Regional Water zones IIA and IIB. Transmission Main System Central Wyo. Reg. 267 2 60000 Central Wyo 5600009 Install new ultraviolet light disinfection system for 12000 25% 3000 X WTP Disinfection Regional Water groundwater supply treatment. System Replacement System Natrona Airport 268 2 75450 Natrona County 5600079 Master planning study to determine existing conditions 100 25% 25 X Utility Master Plan International and determine needed improvements for water, Airport Board sanitary sewer, and storm sewer utilities. To be funded jointly with CWSRF;$100k each.
Total of all listed projects ($1,000) 513,901 177,035 21,041 Total of projects expected to submit applications in FY2021-22 or complete remaining steps on conditional awards in FY2022 83,904 29,064 3,410 X Total of projects expected to submit applications in FY2023-FY2026 429,997 147,971 17,631 X
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Appendix 2: Ranking Criteria for DWSRF Priority List
SYSTEM/PROJECT NAME ______PWS No. ______
Wyoming Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Ranking System
Available Points Points Received
I. PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUES Points will be awarded for public health concerns that appear to be beyond the control of the water supplier and have occurred in the last four years. Items beyond the control of the water supplier do not include lab error or operator error.
A. Outbreak of waterborne disease 100
B. Fecal or other pathogen detection which results in a boil order 80
C. Positive Coliform results which do not result in a violation 20
Public Health Issues Points
II. COMPLIANCE ISSUES
Points will be awarded for compliance issues that appear to be beyond the control of the water supplier and have occurred in the last four years. Multiple violations within a 12 month period will add 10 points total for categories in A- D below. For example a single microbiological violation receives 40 points. Two or more microbiological violations would result in a maximum point award of 50 points.
A. Microbiological violation 40
B. Nitrate or nitrite MCL exceedance 25
C. Lead and Copper Rule action level exceedance 20
D. Turbidity exceedance 20
E. Non-compliance with SWTR, ISWTR, ESWTR, GWDR, GWUDI or currently applicable regulation 25
F. MCL exceedances of regulated contaminants (not mentioned above)
1. 1 contaminant 10
2. 2 to 4 contaminants 20
3. >4 contaminants 40
G. Facility is subject to a compliance issue, enforcement action and/or enforcement referral. 30
Compliance Issues Points
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Available Points Points Received III. SYSTEM DEFICIENCIES
Points will be awarded for system deficiencies that may affect public health or the ability to comply with SDWA. Points will be awarded to a project from only one of the three categories below.
A. Distribution system
1. Distribution system equipment is deteriorated and results in numerous or serious leaks, and/or creates 20 a cross-contamination potential.
2. Applicable disinfectant residual maintenance requirements are not met. 20
3. Project will replace unsafe materials. 10
4. Minimum normal operating pressure is not met (35 psi). 5
5. Distribution system is inadequate to meet existing demands. 5
B. Treatment System
1. Treatment system cannot consistently meet log removal requirements and/or turbidity standards. 25
2. Treatment system is subject to impending failure or has failed. 25
3. The required disinfection systems are not installed or are inadequate. 20
4. Treatment system equipment does not meet the requirements of Wyoming Water Quality Rules and 10 Regulations Chapter 12.
5. System equipment is projected to become inadequate without 5 upgrades within 5 years.
C. Storage System
1. Storage system is subject to impending failure, has failed, cannot be easily cleaned, or subject to 20 contamination.
2. Applicable contact time requirements cannot be met without an upgrade. 20
3. System suffers from low static pressures. 15
4. Storage system demand exceeds 90% of storage capacity. 10
System Deficiencies Points
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Available Points Points Received IV. AFFORDABILITY
Points will be awarded based on a project’s affordability.
A. Relative income index: ratio of local annual median household income (AMHI) to the state AMHI.
1. < 50% 15
2. 50%-70% 10
3. 70%-90% 4
4. > 90% 1
B. Relative water rate index: ratio of expected average annual residential user charge for water services resulting from the project, including costs recovered through special assessments, to the local AMHI.
1. > 2.5% 15
2. 2.0% to 2.5% 10
3. 1.5% to 2.0% 6
4. 1.0% to 1.5% 3
5. < 1.0% 1
Affordability Points
POINTS AWARDED
Public Health Issues Points ______Compliance Issues Points ______System Deficiencies Points ______Affordability Points ______
Total Points ______
Population = ______
Note: Population will be used in cases of ties. Smaller systems will be given priority.
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Appendix 3: Summary of Comments and Responses from Public Meeting
Announcement of Public Meeting for discussion of the Intended Use Plan (IUP). Advertised March 22 in the Casper Star-Tribune and on the DEQ and OSLI websites.
Public Meeting was held April 22, 2021 as advertised at the DEQ office (200 W. 17th St. 2nd floor), and by Google hangouts/call-in.
Participants: Stan Miller (DEQ SRF Project Engineer – organizer), William Tillman (DEQ SRF Program Manager), Keenan Hendon, (OSLI Program Engineer), Wade Verplanke (WWDO SRF Program Manager), Jeff Rosenlund (Dowl - Engineering Firm, Sheridan)
Discussion: Stan Miller presented the status of the draft Intended Use Plans including mention of a couple of projects that have been added to the Non-Point Source Listing within the CWIUP since the last draft was posted. Otherwise, there are no pending changes of note on the drafts. The Drinking Water draft will be finalized in the next several days and passed to the WDO and OSLI for final approval. The Clean Water draft will be further processed by DEQ and sent to OSLI and then the Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee of the State Legislature for their review. There were no other comments by the participants.
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WYOMING LEGISLATIVE SERVICE OFFICE
Memorandum
DATE May 13, 2021
TO Chairman Evan Simpson, Vice-Chairman Larry Hicks, and Members of the Select Water Committee
FROM Abigail Boudewyns, Research and Evaluation Administrator
SUBJECT Role of the Select Water Committee
The Wyoming Legislature created the Select Water Committee through non-codified law in 1982 to provide legislative oversight over the Water Development Program.1 The original duties of the Select Water Committee, almost all of which continue today, consisted of monitoring and reporting on the progress of water development projects, defining a state water development policy, and establishing criteria for evaluating and selecting water development projects. The 1982 law further directed the Water Development Commission ("Commission") to provide information to the Select Water Committee upon request and to notify the Committee of all meetings. The law also authorized the Commission and Committee to hold joint meetings. Finally, the 1982 law required the Commission to submit project contracts to the Select Water Committee thirty days prior to execution for review and recommendation.
In 1983, the Wyoming Legislature codified the Select Water Committee in W.S. 28-11-101.2 The codified Select Water Committee retained most of its 1982 duties, including monitoring and reporting on the progress of Water Development Commission projects and continuing the development of a water policy as provided in the 1982 law. The 1983 Legislature did not codify the portion of the 1982 law directing the Committee to establish criteria for evaluating and selecting water development. Instead, the Legislature enacted W.S. 41-2-121 directing the Water Development Commission to establish criteria for the evaluation and administration of water development projects. Historically, the Select Water Committee has continued its role in the establishment of water development project criteria by making recommendations to the Commission on any changes to the criteria.
Over the years, the Legislature gave the Select Water Committee additional duties and powers, including the authority to retain independent consulting services to provide technical assistance in inspecting and reviewing construction projects, drilling programs, or other related issues involving water development projects. The Committee may also review the individual Water Development Program project budgets and inspect any construction, drilling, or waterworks on approved Program projects. In addition to providing
1 1982 Wyo. Sess. Laws, Ch. 60, § 15. 2 1983 Wyo. Sess. Laws, Ch. 12, § 1.
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The Legislature created the current Water Development Program in 1975 and the Water Development Commission in 1979.3 The Commission reviews, prioritizes, and recommends projects for inclusion in the Water Development Program pursuant to W.S. 41-2-112 through 41-2-125, including making financing recommendations under W.S. 41-2-112. The Commission makes its preliminary project recommendations at its November meeting after project sponsors present their respective project applications. These preliminary recommendations then take the form of the draft omnibus water - planning and draft omnibus water - construction bills, which the Commission considers at its December or January meeting. Recommendations by the Commission must be submitted to the Select Water Committee not later than fifteen days prior to the start of the legislative session. The Select Water Committee reviews the Commission's project recommendations and makes final recommendations to the Wyoming Legislature via sponsorship of the omnibus water bills.
The Water Development Office is the agency responsible for administering the Water Development Program by ensuring projects recommended by the Commission and authorized by the Legislature are completed in accordance with State statute. Following passage of the omnibus water bills, the Water Development Office administers the projects authorized by the bills. This includes finalizing and administering contracts to ensure the State is legally protected and the project sponsors comply with all statutory requirements. As part of this role, the Water Development Office reviews planning studies, engineering plans, and cost reimbursements for allowable project expenses.
The Water Development Commission provides a high level of oversight regarding projects completed as part of the Water Development Program. This includes making necessary programmatic changes through rules or criteria, receiving project updates, monitoring project progress, and making recommendations to the Select Water Committee on the need for a project to advance to the next level of the Water Development Program. The Select Water Committee provides legislative oversight of authorized projects by attending Commission meetings to receive program and project updates, monitor project progress, and hear recommendations regarding the need to continue a project to the next level of the Program. Ultimately, the Select Water Committee becomes the Legislature's "experts" regarding the Water Development Program and the need for and status of various water development projects throughout the State.
3 1975 Wyo. Sess. Laws, Ch. 180, § 1; 1979 Wyo. Sess. Laws, Ch. 59, § 1. WYO MING LEGISLATIVE SERVICE OFFICE Memorandum
LSO RESEARCH AND EVALUATION DIVISION • 200 W. 24th Street • Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002 TELEPHONE 307-777-7881 • E-MAIL [email protected] • WEBSITE www.wyoleg.gov
WYOMING LEGISLATIVE SERVICE OFFICE
Memorandum
DATE May 13, 2021
TO Chairman Evan Simpson, Vice-Chairman Larry Hicks, and Members of the Select Water Committee
FROM Abigail Boudewyns, Research and Evaluation Administrator
SUBJECT Water Development Commission Political Party Affiliation Requirement
Wyoming Statute 41-2-117 creates the Water Development Commission and establishes a ten-person membership, with representation across the four water divisions. W.S. 41-2-117 currently states, "[. . .] not more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the members shall be of the same political party." The current language was enacted 2016, when the Legislature passed Senate File 37. 2016 Senate File 37, which was sponsored by the Joint Corporations Committee, took a comprehensive look at all political party affiliations for boards and commissions. Prior to 2016 Senate File 37, the political party affiliation requirement for the Water Development Commission was that not more than "five (5)" members could be from the same political party.
Approximately twenty boards and commissions have political party-split requirements, or fourteen percent of all statutory boards and commissions. The boards and commissions with a party-split requirement tend to be larger boards and commissions that carry out greater statutorily assigned duties or serve in a quasi- judicial role, including the Board of Agriculture, Wyoming Community College Commission, Wyoming Community Development Authority, Board of Education, Environmental Quality Council, Board of Equalization, Game and Fish Commission, Industrial Siting Council, Board of Parole, Public Service Commission, Transportation Commission, and the Water Development Commission. In some instances, the party-split requirement for boards and commissions is quite old – going back to creation for boards and commissions such as the Wyoming Board of Agriculture created in 1923 and the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission, of which the current iteration was created in 1939.1
1 See 1923 Wyo. Sess. Laws Ch. 100; See also 1939 Wyo. Sess. Laws Ch. 65.
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