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Morrow County officials outline sewer plant capacity and plan for Phase 2 work
Summary
County staff told commissioners that the sewer plant is operating and could offer roughly 70,000 gallons per day to businesses now, with a maximum capacity of about 350,000 gallons a day; staff said a Phase 2 engineering proposal could be developed in 6–12 months.
County staff updated the Morrow County Board of Commissioners on Aug. 21, saying the southernmost sewer plant construction is complete and that the system has spare capacity for new customers.
Jamie, a county staff member involved with the project, said the plant is running but still has ‘‘a few technical glitches’’ and that operator training remains a priority as the county transitions to operations. ‘‘Probably have about 70,000 gallons a day that we could still offer for businesses. The plant can go up to 350,000 gallons a day,’’ Jamie said.
Director Parker said the county met with sewer consultants and is wrapping up punch-list items on the San Juan site. Parker described staff plans to review and possibly sell obsolete irrigation equipment and to continue an asset review so the county can prepare for expansion. ‘‘Today, we had a really good meeting with our sewer consultants, and things are happening nicely,’’ Parker said.
Officials described Phase 2 work—engineering and modifications required to increase reliable throughput to the plant’s maximum capacity—as a next step. Staff estimated it could take six to 12 months to assemble a proposal and cost estimate for that phase, subject to further engineering and budgeting.
The update left open questions about the schedule and costs for Phase 2 engineering. Officials said they will return with more detailed proposals and cost estimates once next steps are scoped.
