Inframark WTP Report

Ebensburg Municipal Authority: July 2024 WTP Monthly Report

Date: August 26, 2024 Prepared by: Luke Byrne, Project Manager

Executive Summary & Operations

During July 2024, the Ebensburg water treatment plant treated a total of 36,461,000 gallons of reservoir water. This represents an average daily production of 1,176,161 gallons, which is an increase of 315,838 gallons per day compared to historical averages for July.

• Water Purchases: An average of 72,590 gallons per day were purchased from Saltlick and blended into the distribution system. This higher-than-normal volume was due to excessive water loss and contractors flushing lines for a water line project.
• Water Quality: Third-quarter disinfection by-product samples (collected at sites 700 Mini mall and 701 Airport) were found to be under the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for Haloacetic acids and Trihalomethanes. This marks the seventh consecutive quarter of compliance.
• PFAS Monitoring: Third-quarter PFAS monitoring was conducted on July 9th, yielding no detects. The next sampling is scheduled for October 8th.
• Regulatory Compliance: Inframark submitted a study/plan (dated 12-20-22) to the PA DEP regarding historical water loss and unaccounted-for water; a response is pending. Additionally, Inframark staff continued working with the PA DEP in June and August to answer questions about the treatment facility to update state records following a filter plant performance evaluation conducted on May 23-24.

Maintenance & Repairs

Inframark staff completed 63 work orders in July. Key activities included:

• Repaired a burnt-up motor contactor at the Hillcrest tank site with Dodson Electric; a new VFD was installed.
• Rebuilt Pump #2 (dismantled, repacked, new gaskets and swing bolts installed).
• Performed DAF scraper repairs on the drive side, raising it roughly 3/4 inch for clearance.
• Addressed a leak on Spruce Street estimated at 35 GPM (approx. 50,000 gallons/day).
• Completed cement repairs on WTP dock steps and block faces, followed by painting.
• Conducted regular inspections of fire extinguishers, SCBA equipment, ladders, and eye wash/safety showers.
• Performed routine maintenance including caustic pump flushing, blower lubrication, and clarifier drive greasing.

Financial Update

Maintenance Expenditures:

• RAM: $813. 00 (Lagoon Pump repairs)
• Harbor Freight: $446. 16 (Troch kit/cut off wheels/hardware)
• Tractor Supply: $238. 16 (Silicon/paint/broom/wire wheels)
• Long Barn: $220. 80 (Hydraulic cement/filter/hardware/spray foam)
• Wal-Mart: $59. 26 (Bee spray/batteries)

CAPS Budget Status:

• Contract Total per Year: $25,000. 00
• Previous Balance: $12,081. 77
• Total Spent This Month: $1,777. 38
• Remaining Balance: $10,304. 39

Health & Safety

• There were no accidents in July.
• Personnel have worked 1,643 days (4 years, 7 months) without an accident or injury.
• Training Conducted: Weekly tailgate meetings, Hillcrest LOTO SOP, and PFAS Sample collection SOP.

Personnel

The following staff members are certified for operations:

• 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