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Parowan to plan reinstalling check valves on Racetrack well to serve pressurized irrigation; estimated cost $14,000
Summary
Council concurred with Water Board recommendation to reinstall state-approved backflow check valves on the Racetrack well so it can supply pressurized irrigation or culinary water; Public Works estimates the equipment and lead time at about $14,000 and two to five weeks, with implementation targeted for the 2027 irrigation season.
Councilmembers agreed to plan for reinstallation of state-approved backflow check valves on the Racetrack well so the well can be used for the pressurized irrigation (PI) system while remaining available for culinary service in drought years.
Public Works Superintendent Aldo Biasi told the Council the cost to reinstall the appropriate check valves would be "approximately $14,000, with a lead time of two to five weeks for the equipment." City Manager Dan Jessen said the current budget does not include funds for the installation and recommended a robust rate discussion in the fall to fund the work, with the goal of making the well ready for the 2027 irrigation season. Councilmembers debated whether PI users should bear the costs via a surcharge and whether switching the well's designation month-to-month would be equitable; the Council's consensus was to include the project in upcoming rate and budget discussions and plan for implementation before the next irrigation season.
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