PROJ01996

• Contract/PO #: FS0068FX
• Contractor Name: Minturn, Town of
• Contract Type: Loan
• Water District: 0
• Loan Projects - Doc Type: Feasibility Study

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pipe is required because of the pipe's age and wood construction, which are judged
inadequate to withstand the increase in system pressure resulting from the new tank.
The 12 inch pipe segment lies within the Highway 24 right-of-way and is a part of the
transmission main extending from the water treatment facility to the Town core, The 6
inch wood main lies beneath Eagle Street, and serves approximately 15 customers.

The Minturn Town Council has declared the upgrade of the water distribution system to be its
highest priority infrastructure project because of the health and safety concerns addressed by the
improvements. While the focus of the project is replacement of existing components rather than
growth-related system expansion, the improved level of service and increased fire protection
should enhance the Town's ability to attract future development, as well as presenting a
significant improvement to the overall quality of life enjoyed by the Town's residents.

II. PROJECT PLANNING AREA

A. Location

The water system upgrade project is designed to benefit both residential and non-residential
water customers within the entire Town of Minturn. Minturn is located in Eagle County, along
the upper portion of the Eagle River. The town lies primarily on the western side of the narrow
river valley, while the Southern Pacific Railroad runs along the eastern side. The river valley
trends northwest-southeast through the town, Topographic elevation ranges from approximately
8,000 feet above sea level at the southeast end of town to approximately 7,800 feet at the
northwest limit. Figure 1 shows the physiographic setting of the town, the limits of
incorporation, and- the location of both the water treatment facility on Cross Creek and the
existing water storage tank on the valley wall above the town core,

The proposed location of the new storage tank and the sections of water main which are to be
replaced are also highlighted in Figure 1. The new storage tank is to be constructed. on
unincorporated land owned by the Town of Minturn. The Town is currently proceeding with
annexation of that parcel. The new 12 inch main will be constructed within an existing utility
easement located inside the State Highway 24 right-of-way. The 6 inch water main lies along
Eagle Street in the downtown area. The water supply pumps will be located on top of the
existing clearwell at the water treatment plant. The plant is located on a parcel of land for which
the Town has a long-term lease with the school district.

B. Environmental Resources Present

The Town of Minturn is located in a rural, mountain setting. Within the town limits, a variety
of land use is found. Table 1 is a land use summary, taken from the Minturn Community Plan,

Town of Minturn Water System Upgrade Project, March, 1995

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