Lagoon 1 Biosolids Removal

Project Description:
The project will include draining Lagoon 1 at the wastewater treatment facility (WWTF). After the lagoon is drained, the biosolids will take approximately one to two years to dry. Once the biosolids have dried, work can begin to remove the biosolids, which will restore Lagoon 1 to its original depth. Since the WWTF does not currently have a headworks screen, the biosolids removed will contain inorganics and will need to be disposed of at the landfill.

Project Justification:
Increasing the depth of Lagoon 1 via biosolids removal will increase the overall capacity of the City’s WWTF. Increasing the capacity of the WWTF will allow the City to accept more wastewater as the City grows. By removing biosolids from Lagoon 1, the overall efficiency of the WWTF will be improved, ensuring the City has reliable wastewater treatment for years to come.