Inframark WTP Report
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Ebensburg Municipal Authority — June 2024 WTP Monthly Report Summary
Report Date: July 22, 2024
Prepared by: Luke Byrne, Project Manager, Inframark Water Infrastructure Operations
Submitted to: Ebensburg Borough Authority Members
📊 Water Production & Supply
- Total treated water in June: 36,431,000 gallons
- Daily average production: 1,214,367 gallons/day
- Increase vs. historical June average: +301,734 gallons/day
- Water purchased from Saltlick: 90,043 gallons/day (higher than normal due to water loss and contractor flushing for a water line project)
⚙️ Maintenance & Troubleshooting Highlights
Lagoon Pond Pump #2
- Recurring issue: pump became air-locked after running.
- Root cause: leaking flange seal allowed air into the pump.
- Fix: staff pulled pump, cleaned flange face to restore tight seal.
- Status: running well since repair.
Low Chlorine Alarm (June 15)
- Cause: flow to chlorine analyzer clogged → inaccurate readings.
- Fix: flushed supply lines + acid-cleaned analyzer optical eye.
Hillcrest Tank Site Alarm (June 23)
- Issue: low elevated tank alarm triggered.
- Found: motor starter contactor for pump #2 burnt up; wires also burnt off lugs.
- Plan: new VFD scheduled for installation in July to replace old motor contactors.
Generator Voltage Alarm (Hillcrest)
- High AC voltage alarm detected on generator same night as pump #2 failure.
- No further action noted beyond detection.
Ogden Tank & Chlorine System
- Boosted chlorine residual at Ogden tank.
- Installed and connected chemical feed pump to injection lines historically used by Borough staff.
- Inspected Ogden tank for leaks — none found.
Saltlick Pump Station
- Cooling fan adjusted to 80 degrees.
- All pump station pumps/motors greased during the month.
Swimming Pool Chlorine Feed System
- Inframark provided parts and assistance to Borough pool staff to repair suction line.
🧪 Regulatory & Inspection Updates
- Pennsylvania DEP Filter Plant Performance Evaluation: Conducted May 23–24.
- Exit meeting to be scheduled next month to review final inspection results.
- Inframark working with Stiffler McGraw to address permit needs discovered during inspection.
💧 Water Loss & System Adjustments
- Inframark notified Ebensburg’s Public Works Director on May 20 of a 100 GPM increase in the low system.
- Contractor assigned to repair water loss — no decrease observed yet.
👥 Personnel & Safety
- Accident-free record: 1,612 days (4 years, 6 months) without injury or accident as of May.
- Training & Presentations:
- Weekly tailgate meetings
- Lagoon electrical schematic review
- Hillcrest LOTO SOP
Certified Personnel:
| Name | Title | Certifications |
|---|---|---|
| Kyle Smiley | Operator | PA Class A, E, Subclass 1,10,11,12 |
| Tony Perott | Operator | PA Class C, E, Water Subclass 1,6,7,8,12 |
| Shawn Jones | Operator in Training | Training for PA DEP exam |
| Luke Byrne | Project Manager | PA Class A, E, Water Subclass 1,7,8,10,11,12; PA Class A, E, Wastewater |
📝 Closing Note
Inframark thanks the Ebensburg Borough for the opportunity to provide Operations and Maintenance Services. Residents and officials are encouraged to submit questions or comments about this report directly to Luke Byrne.
Report covers operations for June 2024 at the Ebensburg Water Treatment Plant (WTP).