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Board asked to approve additional dam safety grant funds for Lindsey Bennett Dam project
Summary
Staff requested an additional dam safety grant of $256,000 (80% cost‑share) for the Lindsay Bennett outlet upgrade; the board had previously committed funds in August and the additional request reflects design and dewatering changes identified by Dam Safety.
Staff reported the Twin Creek Special Service District’s Lindsay Bennett Dam outlet upgrade requires additional dam‑safety funding after design changes and unexpected dewatering and groundwater work. The board previously committed funds in August; the district has completed much of the outlet replacement and now seeks an additional $256,000 in dam safety grant support.
Staff said the grant program provides an 80% cost share for municipal dam upgrades of this type; adding $256,000 at an 80% cost share would bring the board’s total contribution for this project to $744,000. Staff asked the board to approve the additional grant under the dam safety program; a board member volunteered to make the motion during the formal meeting.
Why it matters: the dam has high‑hazard classification and the outlet was in poor condition. Staff said the contractor installed a concrete‑encased HDPE outlet section and that the additional funds are needed to finish the scope after Dam Safety Office comments and unforeseen groundwater work.
No formal vote occurred in the briefing; staff indicated a motion would be made at the board meeting.
