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Roaring Fork Water and Sanitation District
Location and Extent Application Materials
August 24, 2012
Section 1. Purpose of these Application Materials
This application from the Roaring Fork Water and Sanitation District ( RFWSD ) requests Garfield
Countys review of proposed water and sewer facilities pursuant to the Location and Extent (L&E)
30-28-110, C.R.S., and sections 4-112 and 7-102 of the Garfield County Unified
provisions of sections
Land Use Resolution of 2008, as amended (including Resolution 2010-75) ( ULUR ). The RFWSD and
its engineer, in consultation with the developers of the River Edge Colorado PUD ( REC), have
determined that the facilities described in this application are necessary to provide water and
wastewater service to the REC and other properties located in the northwest portion of the
RFWSDs extended service area. The proposed utilities will use and enhance existing capacity in the
RFWSDs water and wastewater system and create redundant, reliable service to all customers in
the Districts approved service area without increasing the burden on existing customers.
Background of the RFWSD
The RFWSD was created and called the Aspen Glen Water & Sanitation District in 1994 by decree
entered in Civil Action No. 94CV29 and by approval of the Servic
Sanitation District by Garfield County in Resolution 94-008. As first organized, the Aspen Glen
Water & Sanitation District was to provide domestic water only to the Aspen Glen PUD but be the
regional wastewater service provider for a service area that was larger than the Aspen Glen PUD.
Then, as a result of other developments in the region, Garfield ed that the RFWSD
should also be recognized as the Regional Service Provider for both water and wastewater services.
This is memorialized by the Roaring Fork Water and Sanitation Di
Garfield Countys approval of the Service Plan Amendment in Resolution No. 2001-28. Copies of
these documents are attached as Exhibit A, which includes a map of the RFWSD expanded service
area.
The expanded service area boundary stretches from the Coryell Ranch and Midland Point
subdivision on the southern end, north to the Ironbridge development on the west side of the
Roaring Fork River and the Sanders Ranch, CMC turnoff area on th
River. This expanded service area boundary includes the REC, whwned by
Carbondale Investments, LLC ( CI ). CI has obtained planned unit development approval for the
REC from Garfield County on its property.
Pre-Inclusion Agreement
The RFWSD has entered into a Pre-inclusion Agreement with CI and Garfield County Commercial
Investments, LLC ( GCCI ). Pursuant to that Agreement, the RFWSD will agree to provide water and
wastewater services upon the construction of certain facilities
the REC and any potential development of the GCCI property. It also requires that certain of those
facilities be oversized in order to accommodate the regional EQR
properties. These projections are provided in Exhibit B and are based upon the anticipated
development of the area based upon present uses and zoning of these properties.
The facilities proposed for review in this application are
for utility improvements necessary in the
opinion of the RFWSD to provide water and sewer service to the REC. While an expansion of the
RFWSDs wastewater treatment plant ( WWTP ) is also planned by the RFWSD to serve REC, the timing
and nature of the expansion have not yet been determined by the
the WWTP will be processed by the RFWSD at a subsequent date. Additionally, the future development
of the GCCI property north of the REC or changes in drinking water standards may necessitate the
construction of a surface water treatment plant ( SWTP ). Like the WWTP, the SWTP will be processed
at a later date when determined to be necessary to supply RFWSD customers.
Section 2. Location and Extent Application
The required supplemental and supporting materials identified inL&E Application are provided in
Section 3 and attached hereto.
Certain information identified on the application form would not fit in the space
application form so is provided below:
General Legal Description: Water and sewer lines are proposed to be located in CR 110, 113
Highway 82 rights-of-way within Sections 17, 18, 19, 20 of T7S R88W. Lines will also
in proposed rights-of-way and easements within REC and within existing access and util
easements and rights held by the RFWSD along the Roaring Fork Riv
Aspen Glen Homeowners Association in Section 18 of T7S R88W and Section 13 of T7S R89W,
and along a sewer line utility easement within Section 12 of T7S the Teller
Springs Homeowners Association along the western edge of the Roa
WWTP site and Ironbridge. The water tanks and associated water l
Gremel Holdings, LLC Easement (Exhibit C). The lift station will be located within the proposed
Tract AO within REC (Exhibit D). A location map is provided as Exhibit E.
Assessors Parcel Numbers: 239318200416, 239513102065, 239512402001, 239318201067,
239311200954, 239307400027, 239328300024, 239512424003, 239512424003, 239513407017,
239336300016, CDOT ROW, PUBLIC ROW
Existing Land Use: Commercial, Residential, Open Space, Conservation, Public Right-of-Way,
Utility Easements
Existing Zoning: PUD-Residential/Open Space (Proposed Use: Lift Station, Water Transmission
Lines and Mains, Sewer Mains and Lines), Resource Lands (Propose
Lines and Mains), Commercial Limited (Proposed Use: Water Storag
Transmission Lines), Right-of-Way/Public Lands (Proposed Use: Water Transmission Lines and
Mains)
Section 3. Supplemental and Supporting Materials
a. Description of Use Proposed as Part of L&E (and Site Development Plan)
The facilities subject to this L&E application and review are shown on the Site Development Plan
(Exhibit F). The following provides a detailed description of each proposed water and sewer
facility:
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Water System Facilities:
Item A - Highway 82 Water Transmission Line: A water transmission line connecting the
water line connecting the Aspen Glen Tank to Aspen Glen near where the line crosses
Highway 82 immediately below the Aspen Glen Tanks north to the CR 113 intersection
with Highway 82. The line will be located east of the centerline of Highway 82 within
Colorado Department of Transportation ( CDOT ) Highway 82/Frontage Road rights-of-
way and, potentially, BLM lands where CDOT right-of-way does not formally exist. The
water transmission line will provide interconnection between the existing RFWSD
system and the areas north and east of the Roaring Fork River completing a loop to: (1)
support development of REC; (2) help provide water service redundancy within the
District along with the Items C, D, E, and F; and (3) support extending future water
service to the north of REC. This line is required to provide water system redundancy
and service to REC. The line will be sized based on water system modeling to
accommodate planned growth and development of the area utilizing the projections in
Exhibit B.
Item B - CR110 Water Line: A water line serving the 400,000 Gallon Water Storage Tank
(Item H). The water line will follow the CR 110 right-of-way from the intersection of CR
113 and Highway 82 and connect to the Highway 82 Water Transmission Line (Item A)
and REC East Water Line Connection (Item C). This alignment will include a water tank
overflow line to transmit any water released from the water tank to Cattle Creek. This
line is required to provide a connection to the water tank site and achieve required fire
flows and pressures. The line will be sized based on water system modeling to
accommodate planned growth and development of the area utilizing the projections in
Exhibit B.
Item C - REC East Water Line Connection: A water line connecting the 400,000 Gallon
Water Storage Tank (Item H) and water transmission lines on the east side of Highway
82 with REC. The line crosses Highway 82 at the intersection of
to enter the REC and connect to the water lines planned and reviREC
property as part of the REC development approvals. This line is required to provide
water service to REC and complete the loop to Aspen Glen and Ironbridge. The line will
be specifically sized based on water system modeling to accommod
and development of the area utilizing the projections in Exhibit B.
Item D - CR109 Water Transmission Line: A water line connecting the existing water line
between Aspen Glen and CR 109 and through Aspen Glen with the Ironbridge Water
Line (Item F) and REC West Water Line Connection (Item E) to complete the loop
through REC and provide redundancy within the District. The water line will follow the
access and utility easement that currently provides access to the WWTP. This line is
required to provide redundancy to Ironbridge, REC and Aspen Glen and completes the
water system loop between the eastern and western sides of the R.
The line will be specifically sized based on water system modeli
planned growth and development of the area utilizing the projections in Exhibit B.
Item E - REC West Water Line Connection: A water line connecting the water lines on
the west side of the Roaring Fork River to those on the east side through REC. The line
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crosses the Roaring Fork River near the WWTP site to connect to the water lines
planned and reviewed as part of the REC development approvals. This line is required to
provide redundant water service to REC and complete the loop to Aspen Glen and
Ironbridge and east side development areas including REC. The line will be specifically
sized based on water system modeling to accommodate planned grow
development of the area utilizing the projections in Exhibit B. The crossing location will
be selected in coordination with the USFWS and Roaring Fork Conservancy within the
identified corridor pursuant to existing agreements and coincide with the REC Sewer
Line Connection (Item H). The line will be buried.
Item F - Ironbridge Water Line: A water line connecting the the REC South Waterline
Connection (Item E) with Ironbridge. The line will traverse through Teller Springs to
improve water flows and pressures to both sides of the Roaring F. The line is
proposed to generally follow an existing utility easement througTeller Springs. The line
will be specifically sized based on water system modeling to acc
growth and development of the area.
Item G- 400,000 Gallon Water Storage Tank: A maximum 400,000 gallon water tank
located on the Gremel Holdings, LLC Easement (Exhibit C) at 314 County Rd 110. The
tank will be buried. The tank is sized based on fire flow requir
Sewer System Facilities
Item H - REC Sewer Line Connection: A sewer force main (or mains) designed to provide
connection between the areas north and east of the Roaring Fork
The line (or lines) will be pressurized utilizing a lift station (Item I) located on Tract AO at
REC and generally follow the existing drive and proposed easement onC property
approved as part of the REC development approvals down the bank to the river crossing
location. The line is necessary to service the eastern areas of the RFWSD
line will be specifically sized based on wastewater system modeling to accommodate
planned growth and development of the area utilizing the projections in Exhibit B. The
crossing location will be selected in coordination with the USCOE, USFWS and Roaring
Fork Conservancy within the identified corridor pursuant to exiseements and
coincide with the REC West Water Line Connection (Item E). The line will be buried.
Item I - Lift Station: A lift station designed to provide service to the areas to be se
sewer north and east of the Roaring Fork River. The lift station will be planned and sized
to serve the the projected growth within the RFWSD service boundAlthough not
specifically known at this point, minimal operational and equalization storage will be
provided in Tract AO where the lift station will be sited with the bulk of any equalization
provided on the WWTP site. The lift station is required to move waste across the
Roaring Fork River to the WWTP. The system will involve the construction of a small
building meeting the requirements of the approved REC PUD Guide and Development
Plan.
Other Permitting and Approvals
The following permits and approvals will be required for constru:
1.Colorado Department of Transportation Utility/Special Use Permit
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2.Various Reviews and Approvals of Water Transmission Lines and Mains, Water
Storage Tanks, Lift Stations, and Sewer Mains by the Colorado De
Public Health and the Environment depending on the exact nature and type of
each facility
3.Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment Storm Water
Management Permit
4.US Army Corp of Engineers Nationwide Section 404 Permit
5.Section 7 Consultation with US Fish and Wildlife Service
6.Garfield County Utility Permits
7.BLM Temporary Use Permit
8.RFTA/PUC Utility Crossing Permits
b. Governing Body and Site Development Plan
The governing body for the project is the Roaring Fork Water and
Directors.
The Site Development Plan is provided as Exhibit F.
c. Road Vacation
No road vacation is proposed.
d. Project Review Pursuant to ULUR Section 7-102 (and Section 4-112(C)) Standards
The standard for review involves a determination that the land use change is consistent with
applicable provisions of the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan
agreements between the County and a municipality that applies to the area wh
occur.
The area which will be served by the water and sewer improvement
review is included in the RFWSDs extended service area boundaries as described in the Service
Plan Amendment approved by the Garfield County Commissioners by -28. The
Service Plan is a component of the Garfield County ComprehensiveThe approving
resolution and Service Plan are attached hereto as Exhibit A. The exhibit indicates the countys
intent that the RFWSD provide water and wastewater service to this area and surrounding
areas. A detailed map of the Service Area approved by the Commissioners Exhibit
A. The RFWSD approved a Pre-Inclusion Agreement with CI and GCCI concerning the
construction of the facilities identified herein. CI will petition for inclusion within the RFWSD
boundaries upon the approval of a final plat pursuant to the terms of that Pre-Inclusion
Agreement. GCCI will petition for inclusion upon approval of a development plan for the
property.
In addition to the recognition of the approved Service Plan as p
Comprehensive Plan, the Comprehensive Plan states: The Plan recognizes new major
subdivisions may occur, but encourages them to be more self-sufficient (having, or being near,
convenience services). In order to be more self-sufficient, new major subdivisions will
require...central water and sewer is provided through a special -public, not
private) (pg 21-22). The proposed expansion of RFWSD facilities within the approved Service
Plan Area and designated Unincorporated Community (pg 20, pg 29, and map designation of
area within RFWSD Service Plan Area on Future Land Use Map) faciitates the development of
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the Unincorporated Community and provision of service to propert
site in coordination with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan. The RFWSD has included in the
design parameters over-sizing requirements to provide for anticipated build-out within the
Amended Service Plan Area (Exhibit B) in an effort to meet the Countys goals and objectives.
Additionally the Comprehensive Plan states as policies and strat
Policies-
1. Development located adjacent to municipalities or sanitation districts with
capacity in their central water/sewer systems will be encouraged
systems.
2. County will strongly discourage the proliferation of private cen
systems. Special district or metro districts should only be consider
circumstances and only after other option with municipal governm
unfeasible after an objective review process.
Strategies-
1. Work with existing special districts to coordinate their plans with county policies
and plans.
2. Encourage special districts to expand services to development o
the unincorporated areas.
The proposed facilities will allow the REC development to tie into the existing RFWSD sy
and expand that system to new development in an unincorporated a
It is also consistent with the RFWSD Amended Service Plan and Ga
the RFWSD as the Regional Service Provider for the area.
e. Other Applicable Review Standards (Section 7-106)
Part A.1 of this Section states: Central Water Distribution System Preferred. Where water
service through a water supply entity is not physically or economically feasible, a central well and
distribution system is preferred over individual wells (Resoluti-29).
The facilities identified are necessary components of an expande
RFWSD Service Area and provide for the RFWSD to meet the needs of property owners
for economically feasible water supply within the RFWSD Service Water will
be provided to the REC through a central water distribution syst
Part A.3 of this Section states: The water distribution system shall be designed by a qualified
professional engineer licensed by the State of Colorado and shal
Department of Public Health and Environment and the County and including The water
distribution system shall be sized to meet both the initial and future demands of the proposed
development. Oversizing for likely extensions may be required an
standards for all development permits requiring a water demand o
VII, Section 7-105). (Resolution 2010-29) . The section identifies the requirement to size for
maximum daily demand.
The water distribution system for the REC has been designed by a professional engineer
licensed by the State of Colorado. Throughout the design process and prior to
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connection to the RFWSD, the system will be reviewed by the RFWS
ensure compliance with the RFWSDs Rules and Regulations and spe
Furthermore, pursuant to the Pre-Inclusion Agreement between the RFWSD, CI and
GCCI, the water distribution system, and facilities described in
oversized to meet the needs and demands of surrounding areas as shown on Exhibit B,
and not just the needs of REC. The system components will also be reviewed and
permitted by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment in accordance
with their standards.
Part B.1 of this Section states: Every effort shall be made to secure a public sewer extension.
Where connections to an existing public sewer are not physically or economically feasible, a
central collection system and treatment plant is preferred.
Certain of the facilities contemplated in this Application are f
sewer extension to connect to the REC to the RFWSDs existing wastewater treatment
plant. The facilities identified are necessary components of an expande
provide service the RFWSD Service Area and provide for the RFWSD to meet
of property owners for economically feasible water supply withinthe RFWSD Service
Plan Area.
Part B.3 of this Section states: The wastewater system shall be designed by a qualified
professional engineer licensed by the State of Colorado, and rev
Department. The system shall be designed in compliance with the standards established by the
Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment. Site l
obtained from the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission for ystems requiring their
approval including that The collection system shall not be designed for less capacity than t
anticipated maximum daily sewage flow or treatment requirements.
The wastewater system for the REC has been designed by a profess
licensed by the State of Colorado. Throughout the design process and prior to
connection to the RFWSD, the system will be reviewed by the RFWS
ensure compliance with the RFWSDs Rules and Regulations and spe
Furthermore, pursuant to the Pre-Inclusion Agreement between the RFWSD, CI and
GCCI, the water distribution system , and facilities described i
oversized to meet the needs and demands of surrounding areas as Exhibit B,
and not just the needs of REC. An expansion of the RFWSDs wastewater treatment
plant is also planned by the RFWSD to serve REC, the timing and nature of the expansion
have not yet been determined by the RFWSD. As a result, the expa
will be processed by the RFWSD at a subsequent date, which will uire site location
approval from the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission. The system
components will be reviewed and permitted by the Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment in accordance with their standards.
f. Adjacent Ownership Information
Exhibit H includes properties adjacent to those facilities subject to this LE revie
Garfield County Assessors Office parcel mapping and ownership information including mailing
addresses for all property owners and mineral estate owners with of the proposed
utilities.
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Index of Exhibits
Exhibit A Resolution 2001-28 (pages A-1 through A-3)
Roaring Fork Water and Sanitation District Service Plan
Amendment, December 2000 (pages A-4 through A-71)
Exhibit A, Case 97CV29, Order and Decree (page
A-27 through A-45
Exhibit B, Resolution 94-008 approving the
Aspen Glen Water and Sanitation District (pages
A-46 through A-48)
Exhibit C, Order Granting Name Change Case
No. 94CV29 (page A-49)
Exhibit D, Order of Inclusion, Case No. 94CV29
(page A-50 through A-53)
Exhibit E, Roaring Fork Water & Sanitation
District Roaring Roaring Fork Investments, LLC
Pre-Inclusion Agreement (pages A-54 through
A-67)
Exhibit F, Quit Claim Deed, water rights (page A-
68 through A-69)
Exhibit G, Map of District Entities (pages A-70,
through A-71)
Map of RFW&SD Service Area Boundary (page A-72)
Exhibit B Water and Wastewater System Design Projections
Exhibit C Grant of Utility Easement Agreement (water storage
tank)
Exhibit D River Edge Colorado Preliminary Plan
Exhibit E Location Map
Exhibit F RFWSD Sewer and Water Facilities Site Development
Plan
Exhibit G Pre-Application Conference Summary
Exhibit H Adjacent Property Ownership Map and Parcel
Ownership List