Section 10-A1304. IN-1.2 MODERNIZING WATER INFRASTRUCTURE

 

1304.1In conjunction with WASA, the District must consider the impacts of new development and ensure that water infrastructure will be able to meet future demand. Planned improvements to the water system involve normal maintenance to replace aging water distribution mains and small diameter pipes, and upgrades to keep pace with population growth and new development. This may also include the addition of new water storage facilities, increasing the capacity of certain water mains, and upgrading pump stations. 1304.1

 

1304.2WASA’s Capital Improvement Program has identified the need for several new storage facilities to support growth projections. These facilities will provide additional water pressure to certain areas of the District as well as emergency backup service. Two million gallons of elevated storage is needed in the southern half of the Anacostia First High service area. WASA has worked with the District and reached an agreement to site this water storage tank on the East Campus of St. Elizabeths Hospital. Currently, necessary approvals and permits are being pursued, including historic preservation approvals that will ensure no historic structures on the campus are negatively impacted. Another two million gallon elevated storage tank will be needed in the fourth high service area in the Upper Northwest. The Washington Aqueduct CIP also calls for storage improvements at the Georgetown Reservoir and for additional dewatering facilities at the Dalecarlia water treatment/reservoir site. 1304.2

 

1304.3Policy IN-1.2.1: Modernizing and Rehabilitating Water Infrastructure

 

Work proactively with WASA to repair and replace aging infrastructure, and to upgrade the water distribution system to meet current and future demand. The District will support water system improvement programs that rehabilitate or replace undersized, defective, or deteriorating mains. The District will also support concurrent programs that ensure that lines are flushed in order to eliminate the potential for stagnant water to accumulate at the ends of water mains. ANCs and community organizations should be consulted in the siting of any new facilities to ensure that the potential for adverse impacts are appropriately addressed. 1304.3

 

1304.4Policy IN-1.2.2: Ensuring Adequate Water Pressure

 

Work proactively with WASA to provide land for new storage tanks and other necessary operations so that adequate water supply and pressure can be provided to all areas of the District. The siting and design of water storage tanks and similar facilities should be consistent with the policies of the Urban Design and Environmental Protection Elements, and should minimize visual impacts and “skylining” effects on ridges or hills. 1304.4

 

1304.5Action IN-1.2.A: Water System Maps

 

Support WASA efforts to update water system maps to accurately show pipelines, valves, and hydrants, as well as the age, material, size, and lining of pipelines. 1304.5

 

1304.6Action IN-1.2.B: Small Diameter Water Main Rehabilitation Program

 

Continue the implementation of the Small Diameter Water Main Rehabilitation Program as identified in the WASA CIP. Work includes rehabilitating small diameter (12-inch diameter and smaller) water mains to improve water pressure, system reliability, and flows in the system, as well as to maintain water quality. 1304.6

 

1304.7Action IN-1.2.C: Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Improvements

 

Implement the planned improvements for the McMillan and Dalecarlia WTPs as identified in the Washington Aqueduct CIP. Planned improvements at McMillan include elevator and crane replacements and building renovations. Planned improvements at Dalecarlia include building, roadway and security improvements and clearwell cleaning and disinfection. 1304.7

 

Please consult the Environmental Protection Element for policies on drinking water quality and water conservation.

 

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