Rio Bravo Wastewater Treatment Plant Geotechnical Test
Submitted for:
Tom Sanchez
Submitted By:
Tom Sanchez
Department:
Water Utilities
Subject:
Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of professional services contract with Howland Engineering and Surveying Co., in the amount not to exceed $10,300.00, for a Geotechnical Test that has been requested by Garver LLC for the undergoing “Rio Bravo Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Design Project”, where a proposed Sludge Holding Tank and Headworks Structure will be constructed. This professional service is to be included in the department's approved Capital Improvement Plan. [ARPA Fund organization #2703-5205-001]
Issue: Although currently the Rio Bravo Wastewater Treatment Plant is operating and producing treated effluent that meets the compliance requirements of T.C.E.Q., Garver is undergoing a Rehabilitation Design Project which may require Construction of new Sludge Holding Tank and Headworks.
Solution: (4) 50’ Geotechnical bore tests within each structure to determine the appropriate soil conditions.
Results: Information to be considered into the rehabilitation design for the construction improvements.