100% General Funds.

The purpose of this project is to remove and replace an above-ground section of sewer pipe servicing the Orin Allen Youth Rehabilitation Facility (Byron Boys Ranch). The pipe removal and replacement will occur between Camino Diablo Road and Byer Road. The pipeline section that will be replaced is above-ground and is supported by concrete pillars. Recently, adjacent sections of the sewage pipe have been struck by automobiles and farm vehicles. The age of the pipe, combined with the potential for accidental strikes by vehicles, could cause a breach of the pipe and potentially release raw sewage; therefore, the Public Works Department is proposing to remove and replace this section of the sewage pipe. An approximately 1,260-foot-long section will be flushed prior to removal, and a new steel pipe will be placed on the existing concrete pillars. Operations to remove the existing sewage pipe will adhere to using Best Management Practices (BMPs). The pipe removal and replacement will include conducting work over a filled in portion of a drainage ditch. Impacts to the drainage ditch will be avoided by placing barriers between the project construction area and ditch. Spill prevention and control materials will be present at the project site at all times. While the existing sewage pipe is being removed and replaced, Byron Boys Ranch will have its sewage removed by sewage truck. Utility relocations or adjustments may be necessary in support of the project.

Delay in approving the project will allow aged pipe to continue to be exposed to the elements, with potential breach by pipe deterioration caused by weather or by accidental vehicle or farm implement contact, causing a potential environmental and public health hazard.

Not applicable.