Weber County approves feasibility study to evaluate moving Ogden Valley wastewater to Central Weber Sewer

Commissioner Gage and the Weber County Board of Commissioners on June 9 approved a professional services contract with Bolan Collins and Associates to conduct a feasibility study on removing wastewater from Ogden Valley and redirecting it to the Central Weber Sewer plant.

Stephanie Russell, a county staff member presenting the item, said the county was approached by the Division of Water Quality and Central Weber Sewer to participate in a grant application. "This grant we uh received is going to allow us to do that feasibility study and we're really excited to be able to have the opportunity to look at new options for the Ogden Valley and for Weber County's part as it pertains to environmental security, water security and preserving the integrity of the Pine View Reservoir," Russell said.

The study will evaluate whether and how wastewater now managed in Ogden Valley could be transported to and processed by Central Weber Sewer. Commissioners emphasized the study is an analysis of feasibility only, not a pre‑determined commitment to build or operate a new collection or treatment system. Commissioner Jim Harvey noted the reservoir's regional importance, and raised nitrate concerns and Ogden Valley's status as a non‑discharge basin during the discussion.

The board also approved task order number 26‑01, which outlines the specific deliverables for the study. Commissioners said the work is time‑sensitive because of environmental concerns identified by the Division of Water Quality and that stakeholder coordination with Central Weber Sewer and local partners is already underway.

The item passed by voice vote. The county will proceed with the consultant agreement and task order while stakeholders and state partners continue to coordinate study parameters and objectives.