Engineer’s Report
Projects Under Construction
Interior Ladders for Raw Water Tanks
Project includes installing ladders inside the raw water storage tanks at the surface water treatment plant to provide additional safety for the operators of the District.
Engineer reported that the west basin is nearly drained and contractor will begin measuring for ladder manufacturing in early December.
Generators for Water Plant No. 1 and Water Well No. 5
Project includes installing natural gas generators for the water plant located on Pitts Road and the remote water well located near Austin Elementary.
Board approved Pay Request No. 3 in the amount of $292,077.00. Engineering reported that Contractor still working with Centerpoint to install gas to water well no. 5 site for generator.
Levee Property Acquisition
Engineer reported the Notice to Proceed was issued to Contractor, Greenscape & Associates, on November 14, 2022.
Board approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $11,258.71 which covered permitting costs and project cost increases related to expansion of property acquisition.
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
Project consists of rehabilitation of existing sanitary sewer lines within the District. Contract was previously awarded to King Solutions Services, LLC.
Project is approximately 75% complete.
Board approved Pay Request No. 2 in the amount of $130,171.50 and Change Order No. 1 which reduced the contract by $27,803.00. Engineering reported that Contractor has paused construction operations due to the holiday and will restart in January 2023 on Windmill Drive, Country Mile Lane, and Fernglad Drive.
Surface Water Plant Driveway Modifications
Due to Fort Bend County’s planned extension of Brandt Road and planned intersection modifications of Brandt Road and Skinner Lane, the District’s driveway to the surface water treatment plant must be modified to accommodate future access. The District will be reimbursed for engineering and construction costs of these modifications. Modifications include relocation of driveway, access gate and related fencing and electrical work to accommodate new entry location.
Contracts were executed by the Board.
Northwest Pecan Grove Park Ramp
Project includes construction of a ramp and trail to facilitate access to the walking trail on top of the levee as it passes through Pecan Grove Park on Pitts Road.
Contracts are with contractor for execution.
Projects Under Design
Facility Arc Flash Study – Phase 1
Project includes analysis of District facilities with control panels to ensure compliance with current electrical standards. Phase 1 includes surface water treatment plant and water plant nos. 1, 2 & 3.
Paid for out of Operating Budget 2023.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Authorize Phase 1 Study – October 2022
- Study Complete – March 2023
Preliminary engineering is underway.
Pecan Grove Park Perimeter Walking Trail/Sidewalk
Project includes design and construction of a walking trail around Pecan Grove park.
Paid for out of Operating Budget 2023
- Preliminary Schedule
- Construction Exhibit Finalized – December 2022
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start mid-December 2022 (90 days)
- Anticipated NTP –late 1st Quarter 2023
- Construction Complete – 2nd Quarter 2023
Engineer reported the construction plans are nearly complete and will be submitted for Board review and approval prior to December 12, 2023.
Waterline Rehabilitation – Phase 1
Project includes design and construction replacement waterline along Morton League Road.
Paid for out of Bond Issue No. 18
- Preliminary Schedule
- Design and Plan Production – Complete November 2022
- Construction schedule will be determined based on minimizing impact to residents during warmer months.
Engineer reported that topographic survey is complete and construction plans are nearing completion. Board authorized Engineer to advertise project for construction.
Rehabilitation of Chemical Feed System at Surface Water Plant
Project includes modifications and rehabilitation of the chemical feed system at the surface water plant to increase efficiency and due to components reaching design life.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Design and Plan Production – Complete December 2022 (90 days)
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start January 2023 (90 days)
- Anticipated NTP – early 2nd Quarter 2023
- Construction Complete – 3rd Quarter 2023
Engineer reported that preliminary site dimension and plan preparation is underway.
Storm Sewer Outfall and Levee Penetration Televising
Project includes inspection of all storm sewer outfalls and pipes that penetrate the levee to determine pipe conditions.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start mid-December 2022 (60 days)
- Anticipated NTP –1st Quarter 2022
- Construction Complete – 2rd Quarter 2022
Engineer reported that project is currently advertising with bids due December 16, 2022.
Access Road at North Pump Station
Project includes improvements of access road to serve the North Pump Station.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Design and Plan Production – Complete November 2022
- Agency Review – 45 days
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start January 2023 (60 days)
- Anticipated NTP –1st Quarter 2023
- Construction Complete – 2nd Quarter 2023
Engineer reported that survey has been requested. Once received, Engineer will update the project schedule.
Internal Drainage and Ponding Study
Project includes detailed flooding analysis incorporating Fort Bend County increase rainfall intensities as well as determining the primary location of ponding inside the levee.
Paid for out of Operating Budget 2023
- Preliminary Schedule
- Preliminary Report Complete – April 2023
- Agency Review – Complete June 2023 (60 days)
- Finalize Report – July 2023 (30 days)
Preliminary engineering is underway.
Concrete Repair at Pecan Lake Pump Station
Project includes grout filling of areas of erosion around slope paving and concrete structure for the Pecan Lakes stormwater pump station.
Paid for out of Operating Budget 2023
- Preliminary Schedule
- Design/Exhibit Preparation – Complete October 2022
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start November 2022 (60 days), completed by December 2022
- Anticipated NTP –January 2023
- Construction Complete – February 2023
Contracts were executed at the meeting and Engineer is scheduling Notice to Proceed.
Old South Drive Culvert and Road Repairs
Project includes removing and replacing a portion of Old South Drive over the culvert connection of Bullhead Bayou. Project will also include grout filling and stabilization of any erosion discovered during road repair.
Paid for out of Operating Budget 2023
- Preliminary Schedule
- Design & Traffic Control Design – Complete November 2022
- Traffic Control Approval – January 2023
- Solicit Bids and Execute Contracts – Start January 2023 (90 days)
- Anticipated NTP –late 1st Quarter 2022
- Construction Complete – 2rd Quarter 2022
Preliminary engineering is underway.
South Pump Station Generator
Project includes replacement of existing diesel generator at the South Pump Station. Paid for out of Bond Issue No. 18
- Preliminary Schedule
- Preliminary Schematics Prepared by December 2022
- Construction Plans Prepared by February 2023
- Agency Review completed by mid-April 2023
- Revise Plans and Resubmit for Approval – end of May 2023
- Plans Fully Approved – end of June 2023
- Advertise Bids and Execute Contracts – June 2023 (90 days)
- Anticipated NTP –3rd Quarter 2023
- Construction Complete – 3rd Quarter 2024
Preliminary engineering is underway.
South Pump Station Headwall Modification and Redundant Closure Devices
Project includes modification of headwall structure for the South Stormwater pump station to allow for the design and installation of back up closure devices. Design Paid for out of Bond Issue No. 18
Construction to be funded by a future bond issue.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Preliminary Schematics Prepared by December 2022
- Construction Plans Prepared by February 2023
- Agency Review completed by mid-April 2023
- Revise Plans and Resubmit for Approval – end of May 2023
- Plans Fully Approved – end of June 2023
Preliminary engineering is underway.
North Pump Station Redundant Closure Devices
Project includes design and installation of back up closure devices at the North Pump Station.
Design Paid for out of Bond Issue No. 18
Construction to be funded by a future bond issue.
- Preliminary Schedule
- Preliminary Schematics Prepared by November 2022
- Construction Plans Prepared by January 2023
- Agency Review completed by March 2023
- Revise Plans and Resubmit for Approval – end of April 2023
- Plans Fully Approved – end of May 2023
Preliminary engineering is underway.
Wastewater Treatment Electrical Improvements & Generator Replacement
Project includes update of the control panel and related electrical system at the wastewater treatment plant as well as replacement of the existing generator.
Paid for out of Bond Issue No. 18
- Preliminary Schedule
- Preliminary Schematics Prepared by January 2022
- Construction Plans Prepared by March 2023
- Agency Review completed by mid-May 2023
- Revise Plans and Resubmit for Approval – end of June 2023
- Plans Fully Approved – end of July 2023
Preliminary engineering is underway.
Bond Issue No. 18
Project includes preparation of a bond issue application for $6,600,000.
Engineer is preparing the bond application report and expects to submit a draft for review in December 2022.
Additional Engineering Items
Engineer reported that the Fort Bend Subsidence District approved the District’s ground water well permits for 2023.
Engineer presented a request from the Pecan Grove Athletics Association to remove a section of fencing on Belin Park that is located at the toe of the levee so that PGAA can replace the fence. Board approved getting quotes for consideration at the December 2022 meeting.
Engineer reported that the developer of the property located at 3525 Farmers Road, the proposed La Vista Cottages, have submitted their plans for District review.
Engineer presented a request from Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 for out of District service for water and wastewater capacity. The developer of WCID 10, Peyton Martin, discussed the request with the Board. Ultimately, the Board agreed for the Engineer to study the feasibility of the request and for the Developer of WCID 10 to make a deposit with the District to fund the study.