The Assessment Procedure project is the foundation for the next months / years of work. Kimley-Horn can now begin to discover the details of how to inspect and repair the sewer line while protecting the Preserve and creek integrity. The first priority is to discover and fix any weakness in the sewer line that would both contaminate the creek and jeopardize a fully working sewer line for the 40,000 people relying on it. At the same time, a second team will look at sites outside of the creek, Preserve, and greenbelt to recommend where the sewer could be eventually moved.
Folks, the Society Executive Committee is excited about the excellent caliber of the K-H teams ready to inspect the approximately 4 miles of creek that is in jeopardy. They have drones and cameras that reach 3-4 times farther than the equipment that Garland owns. Their equipment can “see” through the cement and evaluate its strength and thickness. (Note, it would not be a good use of our money to purchase this special equipment for the few times Garland will need it.)
We are eagerly waiting for their assessment, which will be ready maybe by the end of January. It depends quite a bit on the weather.
However, we must remember that there is still likely a lot of harm that will have to be done. Because of that potential harm caused by sewer in the creek, please don’t forget to mention the POOP Project every chance you get. Let’s get the Pipeline Out Of the Preserve!
