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Castle Pines North Metropolitan District News

Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Supervisor Dwayne Davis

submitted by The Castle Pines North Metro District

485 fire hydrants serviced

All fire hydrants in Castle Pines North have been inspected and serviced by the utilities staff of CPNMD.

Each hydrant was pressure tested and painted. Homeowners can help both the Metro District and the fire department by keeping fire hydrants visible and free of trees and shrubbery. A three-foot radius around each hydrant is recommended.

Water valve exercising program

A comprehensive preventive maintenance program began this year to ensure that components of the water distribution system are in good condition and working properly in the event of an emergency situation, and to also expedite service line repairs.

To date, nearly half (774) of all water valves have been inspected and exercised. Nearly all of the water main valves (1,496) have been located and recorded by GPS.

Prepare for winter

One of the high priority items on your to-do checklist for fall should be preparing your sprinkler system for the coming winter months. Water must be thoroughly drained from the system to avoid cracks in the irrigation lines, valves, backflow prevention device, and potential water damage to your property.

Winterizing your irrigation system is not costly, but failure to do so may lead to pricey repair bills in the spring. If you are not familiar with what type of system you have, you may wish contact a reputable irrigation or landscape contractor to get your system ready for winter.

Robotic cameras survey sewer mains

Robotic cameras have been traversing miles of sewer lines in Castle Pines North and Hidden Point over the past four years providing detailed video making it possible to evaluate the general condition and life expectancy of the wastewater system.

“It is better to find the problem while it is still a minor concern rather than have a catastrophic failure with sewage spilling into open spaces or, worse yet, residents basements,” said Dwayne Davis, Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Supervisor.

The sewer mains are cleaned prior to sending in a camera for the visual inspection, making it easier to spot any defects and failures. Areas of concern are marked and monitored for deterioration in their condition. This also helps pinpoint areas with recurring blockage from debris and grease, and determine appropriate repairs.

The program began in 2006 and is anticipated to be completed in 2010. To date, approximately thirty-two miles of wastewater pipe have been inspected leaving approximately 11 miles to go.

Quality Pipe Services is currently contracted to perform the video inspections. Visit www.cpnmd.org for more updates and information on the District.

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