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Council approves $33,862 hydro controls to boost northwest water pressure
Summary
The council authorized $33,862 to purchase and install an automated (cellular) valve and SCADA controls at the Stamping Ground tank to raise low-pressure areas in northwest Scott County; staff said the change would automate operations that already produce roughly double existing pressures in tests.
The Georgetown City Council on Aug. 25 approved the purchase and installation of a cellular-controlled valve and related hydro controls for $33,862 to improve water pressure in the northwest portion of the city’s distribution system.
Chase Avedito (water distribution staff) told the council the automated valve will be located at the Stamping Ground tank and operated through the city SCADA system, giving staff remote control of tank fill and drain and allowing the system to maintain higher pressure in the northwest pressure zone. “What it’s gonna do is it’s going to allow us to better, by doing this, we’re gonna back pressure that northwest part of the system,” Chase said.
Chase said the area has been operating as staff adjusted valves, and that testing showed pressure low points at just over 20 psi while operational changes have produced about 40 psi in some tests. “Where we’re seeing at the lowest points where 20 ps or just over 20 psi and 20 is the minimum,” he said, adding that automating the operation will provide that improved service consistently.
Councilmember Greg Hampton moved the motion; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. Staff said the device has an estimated eight‑ to 12‑week lead time and recommended ordering promptly so installation can proceed.
Council members asked whether Scott County customers would share the cost; staff said the county does not contribute because the city owns and operates the system and rate revenues were dedicated to the city system. Staff described the work as a relatively low-cost capital measure that can increase service for existing and prospective customers without installing new pipe or easements.
