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Wellsville staff outline water-line replacements, ARPA-funded pipe purchase and dual-source goals
Summary
City staff reported ongoing water infrastructure work including a 900 East water-line replacement to support fire protection for Palace of Utah, ARPA-funded pipe purchases, planned 12‑ and 14‑inch lines, and negotiations for easements to complete a dual-source water supply.
During department reports on Oct. 7, Wellsville staff provided a detailed update on water infrastructure projects that the council said will increase system pressure and improve fire protection in the city's commercial area.
Staff said the city is replacing a water line on 900 East and will bore under the railroad tracks to add capacity for fire protection for the Palace of Utah, an expensive project that will require adjusting the capital budget and drawing from savings. "We're replacing the water line out on 900 East. And what that's gonna do is it's gonna add some pressure to Palace of Utah for their fire protection," a staff member said.
Officials said the city purchased pipe with ARPA funds and is moving forward on multiple replacement projects. Staff referenced adding a 12‑inch line (replacing existing 6‑inch runs) and a 14‑inch line coming down from Grace Owens, with staged replacements planned through the following June for certain segments. The city reported current spring flows at about 700,000 gallons per day, down from a typical range of 900,000 to 1,000,000 gallons per day earlier in the season; the low spot had been as low as roughly 350,000 gallons per day.
Councilors discussed the goal of achieving a dual source of water so the system is not reliant on a single well or tank. Staff said they are negotiating easements for a new line across the Callister property and plan to put the current projects out for bid once easements are complete. The council also discussed the ownership and condition of a water tank used in conjunction with nearby properties and the potential need to line or repair it.
No formal vote was taken on the capital plan during department reports; staff said projects are underway and noted budget adjustments will be needed to complete the railroad bore and pipeline work.
