2022 Street Reconstruction Project 10th & 12th Streets

The City of Salida owns and maintains the wastewater collection system within the service areas of Salida and Poncha Springs. The City has a maintenance program that includes scheduled line cleaning and inspection of mains. Capital improvement programs including line rehabilitation and replacement are necessary to address system deficiencies, ensure reliable service, and replace infrastructure that is nearing the end of its useful life. The useful life of a sewer main can depend on multiple factors such as structural issues/breaks, offset joints, and gaps in joints which can introduce water infiltration and roots. Much of Salida’s collection system consists of clay pipe, whereas newer piping consists of plastic PVC material. The standard minimum size for new construction is an 8-inch diameter pipe. An 8-inch diameter pipe can be rehabilitated at a later date by utilizing a liner product that does not require the main to be dug up. The proposed project generally consists of the removal and replacement of 6-inch mains at various locations as shown on the attached exhibit.