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Commission reviews $10–$11 million wastewater plant estimate and discharge constraints for proposed development
Summary
Presenters told the Boone County Redevelopment Commission that a 250,000-gallon package wastewater plant could cost roughly $10–$11 million (with a 40% contingency), take up to 15 months to build, and might require a larger containment pond or a discharge easement if Spring Creek cannot accept effluent.
Commissioners reviewed preliminary engineering and cost numbers for a proposed wastewater treatment plant intended to serve a planned multifamily development.
A presenter (S4) told the commission the estimate for building a plant on-site is roughly $10 million to $11 million, and that the team included a 40% contingency in their packet to be conservative. The design discussed was a 250,000-gallon package plant that could be expanded later and brought to the property line so adjacent parcels could connect; planners used about 300 gallons per household per day as a planning metric.
When asked about construction timing, the presenter estimated up to 15 months once construction begins. Staff said engineering estimates are being produced by Dan Cutshaw’s group and that they expect preliminary comments by the next meeting. Commissioners noted the project’s cost and permitting timeline mean additional review is needed before any TIF pledge or construction decision.
Participants also raised concerns about discharge. Presenters warned Spring Creek may not be able to accept the outflow year-round; options discussed included building a larger containment pond and releasing effluent more gradually or pursuing an easement to discharge to a different nearby creek (Sugar Creek was mentioned as a fallback) if hydrologic conditions at Spring Creek proved limiting.
Commissioners directed staff to gather more engineering detail and return with updated estimates and any required permitting or easement options.
