UltraViolet Advanced Oxidation Process Project

In recent years, PLRWSD has experienced seasonal taste and odor (T&O) events, typically early fall. Testing was initiated in September 2007 to verify whether the T&O events are the result of two organic compounds, MIB and Geosmin, which may be released in the lake by algae, see www.in.gov/idem/algae for more information. The presence of these two organic compounds was confirmed and a bench testing study was started to evaluate several advanced processes to identify the best overall T&O control approach. UltraViolet Advanced Oxidation Process (UV/AOP) was determined to be the best solution.

At an estimated $6.5 million, the UV/AOP Project includes modifications to the water treatment facilities for taste and odor control utilizing a UV/AOP technology, baffling and piping of the clear well, emergency power generation for the intake and treatment plant, high service pump replacement, chemical feed upgrades, electrical upgrades, and associated site work.

On August 31, 2011, Reynolds Inc. was awarded the contract and a preconstruction meeting was held to kick off the project. Construction began on September 19, 2011.

Project Schedule

Watch Construction of the Plant Upgrade 12/01/2011

You can watch the construction of the addition to water plant #2 that will house the new ultraviolet advanced oxidation treatment process through our webcam.

To view please click here using Internet Exporer (the webcam requires IE for access). In the box asking for account enter guest and the hit login for access!

Phase VII Division III Water Plant Upgade Update 09/20/2011

Construction officially began on 09/19/2011 on the District’s phase VII water plant upgrade to add an ultraviolet advanced oxidation treatment process to water plant 2. Reynolds is the contractor. Expected construction time is 300 days.

Patoka Lake Regional Water and Sewer District to Receive Significant Stimulus Funds through USDA

Press Release from Congressman Baron Hill:
Washington, DC – Congressman Baron Hill is pleased to announce the Patoka Lake Regional Water and Sewer District has been selected to receive a sizeable loan as part the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Development Water program, funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)

According to a release issued by the USDA, Patoka Lake Regional Water and Sewer District is set to receive an $8,207,000.00 loan. USDA Rural Development’s Water and Environmental Program provides loans and grants to ensure that the necessary investments are made in water and wastewater infrastructure to deliver safe drinking water and protect the environment in rural areas. More information about USDA Rural Development can be found at www.rurdev.usda.gov. Funding of individual recipients is contingent upon their meeting the terms of the loan or grant agreement.

“This is another example of stimulus money flowing directly back to Southern Indiana,” Hill said. “I’m very pleased several communities will benefit from this project.”

For help with applying for grants, please contact Congressman Baron Hill’s Bloomington office, 812-336-3000.