Edson’s town council recently received a report assessing the town’s stormwater management system, which recommended several upgrades be added to long-term capital plans, in addition to minor repairs that can be completed sooner.
The 2024 Operating Budget allocated $300,000 to an assessment of the town’s stormwater management system, a project that was awarded to McElhanney for $88,534, well under budget.
According to the assessment, a variety of pipe upgrades are recommended to be added to long-term capital plans at an estimated cost of $16,571,000. The town says the upgrades are designed to minimize disruption and promote project economy.
Minor repairs were also recommended and can reportedly be completed by town staff through an ongoing maintenance program, at an estimated cost of $574,000, which could be spread over multiple years.
The report also recommends the town complete a Closed Circuit Television Video inspection of the entire system to identify any other repairs or maintenance that could be required.
The report’s findings were accepted by council during its Nov. 4 meeting and will be considered in future budget discussions.
Meantime, runoff within the town is managed by two systems, referred to as the major and minor systems. The minor system utilizes catch-basins, such as inlets and leads, and an underground piped system to capture minor and moderate flow and prevent nuisance flooding.
Officials say the major system is designed to safely convey major overland flows and reduce the risk of major flooding. According to the council agenda, it typically includes curb and gutter containment along roadways within urban sections, drainage ditches, natural creeks and stormwater management facilities.
