What are some key issues when converting a groundwater production facility to a water treatment plant?
• A number of key issues need to be addressed when converting an groundwater production facility to a water treatment plant: • Physical Space Limitations – A typical groundwater production facility consists of a well, reservoir and booster pump station. The addition of treatment process equipment may exceed the physical size of the existing site. • Access and Visibility – Access to an existing site may be constrained or limited. Sites in residential areas may have to be accessed only during daylight hours and may require architectural features to provide a level of aesthetics compatible with the neighborhood. • Noise and Lighting – Noise associated with new treatment equipment may be an issue if the site is located in a residential neighborhood or has neighbors in close proximity. Lighting may have to be muted as compared to what is typical for a water treatment plant. • Special Use Permit – For facilities located in unincorporated areas of the County a special use permit is required t
