Committee asks staff to seek leak‑detection and flow‑meter proposals after Rio Oso drawdown analysis

Jan 6, 2026

After analysis showed unaccounted overnight drawdown and pumps running at high duty cycles, the committee directed staff to solicit leak‑detection proposals (including for Van Vleck) and to return with cost estimates, with a target of presenting proposals at the March improvements committee meeting.

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The improvements committee asked staff on Jan. 6 to pursue leak‑detection and improved flow‑metering for the Rio Oso pressure zone after an analysis showed nighttime tank drawdown inconsistent with expected demand.

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