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 Terry Ranch Project Closes in on First Milestone
The Terry Ranch pipeline nears its first milestone as Reynolds Construction finishes the initial 7.7 miles that will connect it to the 60-inch Bellvue pipeline near Windsor.
Select contractors will construct the 30-mile pipeline in phases over the next 10-15 years. Once complete, the 36-inch steel pipeline will connect Greeley’s existing treated water infrastructure to the Terry Ranch water treatment plant and underground aquifer.
The underground pocket of water, isolated for thousands of years, contains nearly 2 million acre-feet of water. (One acre-foot would cover a football field with 12 inches of water.) The city will recharge and store water in the aquifer during wet years and withdraw and treat it for use during extended droughts. The pipeline is being built in multiple phases to help keep Greeley’s water rates low.
Director of Water and Sewer Sean Chambers is confident in the project’s development strategy and excited about its contribution to Greeley’s water portfolio.
“The Terry Ranch Project is an investment in our collective future. While storing our treated river water underground and withdrawing it in times of drought is innovative for Northern Colorado, it is common practice across the west and a primary water supply strategy in South Metro Denver,” Chambers said.
“This project is an important piece of how Greeley will meet future water storage needs. It helps us navigate challenging droughts and wildfires in our mountain watersheds. Based on the Integrated Water Resources Plan, the city has confidence in our ability to develop this project incrementally over time, pairing this new asset with the existing water system.”
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Summer Water Projects Address City's Infrastructure
Greeley's Water & Sewer Department and its contractors work tirelessly to maintain the city's water infrastructure, which is more than a century old in places and susceptible to breaks and leaks.
This summer, the city is working on multiple water projects to address an aging infrastructure with a few water main breaks and leaky pipes sprinkled in for good measure.
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Toilet Rebates Save Customers Money and Conserve Water
Did you know that Greeley’s Water and Sewer Department has rebates that cover over half of the cost of a low-flow toilet?
Not only will the toilet help you conserve water with every flush, but installing a new toilet can also eliminate any silent leaks from worn parts.
The City of Greeley offers a $100 rebate on purchasing a low-flow toilet (0.8 gallons per flush or less.) Customers can get an extra $25 for recycling their toilet at Timberline Recycling Center in Fort Collins.
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Conserve Water and Save Money with Fall Plantings
Autumn is a great time to plant waterwise landscaping in Colorado. The Garden in a Box program makes conserving water and saving money easy. Greeley residents can still receive a $25 discount on their Garden in a Box order. Discounts are limited, so order today.
One Greeley participant shared some thoughts about the program:
"I am a huge Garden in a Box advocate. The suggested planting maps have been a lifesaver!! We have participated in the last three cycles and will continue to spread the good word. Thank you for the great work y'all do!"
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Water & Sewer Celebrates Inaugural Kickball Title
The Aqua Avengers, a city kickball team comprised of staff from the City of Greeley’s Water and Sewer Department, beat their counterparts from Public Works, 4-3 in extra innings, to win the inaugural league championship.
Six teams from various city departments battled throughout the summer for bragging rights.
Other league teams suspected the Aqua Avengers had an unfair advantage in their title run—unlimited access to Greeley’s great-tasting water from the Bellvue Water Treatment Plant.
Adam Prior, team captain and chief engineer for Greeley Water, was unavailable for comment.
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Share Your Ideas about City's Transportation
The North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) is a regional organization that works with municipalities, including Greeley, to plan transportation and bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure. The group is currently updating their active transportation plan, which includes things like on-street bike lanes, sidewalks, transit connections and more. Take their survey today to share how much you walk or bike places in Northern Colorado and why.
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