Inframark WWTP Report
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Ebensburg WWTP Monthly Report: February 2025
Report Date: March 24, 2025 Submitted by: Luke Byrne, Inframark
Executive Summary & Operations
During February 2025, the Ebensburg wastewater treatment plant treated a total of 29,925,000 gallons of wastewater (averaging 1,068,750 gallons per day). The month was characterized by wet weather with rain, snow, and ice events.
- Sludge Management: The centrifuge was operated weekly, resulting in 15. 12 tons of dry sludge sent to the landfill. A new contract with Waste Management was negotiated to provide reduced rates for hauling.
- Equipment Repairs:
- A new garage door actuator was installed on the centrifuge building.
- The Trojan UV HMI touchscreen failed (the third time in four years). It was covered under warranty, and the screen was replaced. Additional moisture-reduction measures (outdoor cover, new seal, desiccant beads) were installed.
- Three bulbs and four wipers were replaced on the UV system.
- Lift Stations:
- Emerald Estates: A bad float was discovered causing two pumps to run continuously. The float was replaced, and the pumps are now operating properly.
- Industrial Park Marine Center: This station continues to experience higher-than-normal flows. Inframark has recommended investigating the area for a possible water main break.
Maintenance & Financials
Inframark staff completed 91 work orders in February. Key maintenance activities included greasing decanters, cleaning screening units and digester weirs, and performing snow removal.
Maintenance Expenditures:
- LB Water: $1,663. 18 (4-inch valves and pipe)
- Amazon: $578. 89 (Block heaters for pump stations/batteries)
- Harbor Freight: $176. 95 (Hoist for hanging headworks heaters)
- Ace Hardware: $106. 98 (Auto sampler repairs)
- TEQUIPMENT: $89. 37 (UV HMI cover)
- Vevor: $48. 81 (Impact sockets)
- The Long Barn: $39. 90 (Heat tape)
Budget Caps Status:
- Maintenance Cap: $2,704. 08 spent this month; $22,993. 17 remaining balance.
- Sludge Cap: $11,413. 60 spent this month; $54,550. 16 remaining balance.
- Chemical Cap: $3,148. 65 spent this month; $16,955. 28 remaining balance.
Health & Safety
- There were no accidents in February.
- Personnel have worked 1,855 days (5 years and 2 months) without an accident or injury.
- Training topics included weekly tailgate meetings, slips/trips/falls prevention, and Trojan SCADA control SOPs.
Personnel
The following staff members are certified for their respective roles:
- Randy Lauer (Operator II): PA Class A, E; Wastewater Subclass 1,2,3,4
- Kyle Smiley (Operator II): PA Class A, E; Water Subclass 1,10,11,12
- Tony Perott (Operator I): PA Class C, E; Water Subclass 1,6,7,8,12
- Luke Byrne (Project Manager): PA Class A, E; Water Subclass 1,7,8,10,11,12; Wastewater
- Shawn Jones & Matt Hull: Operators in Training (Training for PA DEP exam)