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Norman recommends upgrading existing WERF, rejects costly second plant in 20-year plan
Summary
City staff recommended relying on and upgrading the existing water reclamation facility (WERF) rather than building a new north/east WERF in the next 20 years, citing lower life-cycle and capital costs and enough near-term capacity with modest upgrades.
City of Norman staff presented an updated wastewater master plan that recommends expanding and upgrading the existing water reclamation facility (WERF) rather than building a costly second (north or east) WERF during the 20-year planning horizon.
Cole Niblett, presenting the wastewater findings, said the existing WERF is currently rated at 16 million gallons per day on paper and is in "relatively good condition." Staff noted industry design criteria effectively allow about 17 MGD with some permitting conversations and modest capital work. "Currently rated for 16 MGD and…
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