Highway 22 to Riverview Syphon

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DESCRIPTION

This project includes the twinning of the existing syphon to provide additional capacity to accommodate future growth and reduce operational concerns of the existing syphon. This project is required due to growth, thus it is funded 100% from off-site levy-funded debt. 

UPDATES

  • Mar 17, 2023: In preparation for the sanitary syphon project from HWY 22 to Riverview, crews will be using a drill rig to complete geotechnical site inspections. 

    Work will begin on Monday March 20th and continue through the week. 

SCHEDULE


BACKGROUND

The Cochrane West sanitary syphon is a major piece of infrastructure that conveys wastewater from all development west of Highway 22. It also includes Bow Meadows, Bow Ridge, Jumping Pound Ridge and flows from Cochrane Lakes. Recent flow testing indicates that the capacity of the syphon has been severely reduced since its implementation in the mid-90s. The configuration of a sanitary syphon makes for difficult access for cleaning and system maintenance purposes. 

BUDGET

Total project budget: $5.1M

HOW DOES THIS PROJECT BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY?

  • Cochrane continues to prioritize and invest in our infrastructure, ensuring intergenerational equity and planning for the future needs of our growing community. 

STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT

This project supports Council 2022-2025 Strategic Goals of livability and vibrant economy, and will build financial and environmental stewardship and the built environment.