Ebensburg WWTP Monthly Report Summary (August 2024)
Report Date: September 23, 2024
Prepared by: Luke Byrne, Project Manager, Inframark Water Infrastructure Operations
Submitted to: Ebensburg Borough Authority Members
Wastewater Treatment Volume & Sludge Disposal
- Treated 18,028,400 gallons of wastewater in August.
- Average daily flow: 581,600 gallons/day.
- Centrifuge operated once monthly; 2. 57 tons of dry sludge sent to landfill.
Key Maintenance & Repairs Completed
- Installed 3 new waste activated sludge (WAS) pumps in SBR tanks #2, #3, and #4.
- Installed new AUMA air valve actuator and level sensor on SBR#1 — restored biosolids treatment to 100%.
- Replaced two burnt-out UV bulbs and cleaned bulb lenses and basin.
- Installed new DO probe on #4 SBR tank.
- Rebuilt two electric solenoid valves for centrifuge flush process.
- Installed new belts on blower building exhaust fan.
- Greased decanters, screening unit, and centrifuge.
- Cleaned out digester weirs/troughs (#3 and #4).
- Inspected overhead cranes (annual inspection completed).
- Removed floating debris from SBR tanks.
- Adjusted aeration cycles to optimize sludge processing.
- Checked influent/effluent samplers daily; performed UV operational checks.
Equipment & Facility Issues Identified
- Need for new heaters in screening unit building — one unit repaired last year is now failing again; other unit deemed unrepairable.
- Heavy rainfall event on August 9th: recorded 4. 25 inches in 24 hours → plant switched to storm mode (retained solids, discharged clear water).
- Sewer lift stations inspected regularly; pump runtime documented; generators exercised.
- Repaired wear rings and impellers on both pumps at Industrial Park marine center pumping station (with RAM Industrial).
- Removed overgrown brush around fences at all three pumping stations.
Compliance & Testing Schedule
- SBR tank testing (Settleability, MLSS, MLVSS): Mon/Wed/Fri.
- Influent/effluent compliance testing (TSS, BOD, CBOD, Phosphorus, Nitrogen species, Ammonia, Fecal Coliform): Tue/Thu.
- Effluent pH & Dissolved Oxygen: Daily (7 days/week).
- All data entered into WIMS daily for E-DMR reporting.
- Monthly reports submitted electronically to DEP by 28th of each month.
Financial Update — Maintenance Expenditures
| Vendor |
Amount |
Item Description |
| Tractor Supply |
$70. 42 |
Adaptor for DO probe/cable ties/cut off wheels |
| Hach |
$2,298. 77 |
DO probe |
| Grainger |
$1,312. 77 |
Level sensor/solenoid rebuild kits |
| Long Barn |
$43. 78 |
Air valve actuator hardware |
| Amazon |
$202. 32 |
Small Business Cordless phones/answering machine |
| USA Blue Book |
$298. 61 |
Process water float/effluent sampler |
Budget Caps (WWTP)
| Category |
Contract Total/Year |
Previous Balance |
Spent This Month |
Remaining Balance |
| Maintenance Cap |
$25,000 |
$6,197. 86 |
$4,226. 67 |
$1,971. 19 |
| Sludge Cap |
$80,000 |
$31,827. 73 |
$1,960 |
$29,867. 73 |
Health & Safety
- Zero accidents in August.
- Personnel have worked 1,674 days (4 years 8 months) without an accident or injury.
- Training activities included:
- Weekly tailgate meetings
- EDMR submissions
- Hoist/Overhead safety training
Personnel & Certifications
| Name |
Title |
Operator Certifications |
| Sharon Burkett |
Lead Operator |
PA Class A, E, Wastewater Subclass 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Kyle Smiley |
Operator II |
PA Class A, E, Water Subclass 1,10,11,12 |
| Randy Lauer |
Operator II |
PA Class A, E, Wastewater Subclass 1,2,3,4 |
| Tony Perott |
Operator I |
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 |
Upcoming Priorities (“On the Radar”)
- Centrifuge flow meter
- Screening unit repairs and heating units
- UV wiper replacement/inspection
This report reflects proactive maintenance, strong safety performance, and transparent financial tracking. Residents can expect continued reliable service with attention to aging infrastructure (especially heating units) and storm resilience.