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Project: Old Reservoir Management <br />CPA Category: Recreation <br />Amount Requested: $55,000 <br />Amount Recommended: $55,000 <br />CPC Vote: Approval (9-0) <br />Project Description: <br />This project is being proposed to reconstruct the gatehouse/outlet structures and dredge the <br />retention pond at the Old Reservoir (Old Res). Because the existing gatehouse is located within <br />the Old Res, it is often underwater and inaccessible for operation and maintenance during heavy <br />storm events, leading to extensive flooding and eroding of walking trails and the beach. The <br />gatehouse and outlet structures are important for maintaining the water level in the Old Res. <br />Proper operation of these structures helps to protect the earthen dam and keep suitable water <br />levels for recreation activities such as swimming and fishing. The outlet structure is not <br />functioning properly because of underground damage, causing a backup of water into the Old <br />Res which prevents controlling the rate of exiting water. Dredging the retention pond will help <br />to provide more water storage capacity so that during large storm events the Old Res will not <br />overflow and cause damage. This project is in line with the Recreation Department goals for the <br />Old Res.The Conservation Commission has approved an “order of conditions” for this project. <br />Project Goals and Objectives: <br />Construct a new gatehouse structure outside of the Old Res that will be accessible for <br />maintenance and allow for proper management of water levels. <br />Construct a new outlet structure to help regulate the flow of water from the Old Res into <br />the surrounding area to prevent erosion and flooding. <br />Dredge the pond area to increase the storage capacity during heavy storm events. <br />Project Benefit: <br />The Old Res is an important recreation facility providing both passive and active recreation <br />opportunities for the residents. The Old Res also provides water storage for drainage throughout <br />the area. The preservation work being proposed will help to restore and maintain the major <br />water control structures for the Old Res. Proper control of the water in the Old Res will help to <br />reduce potential flooding, erosion and property damage. <br />Funding Request: <br />The project requests $55,000 of CPA funding. The funds will be used to hire qualified <br />contractors for the gatehouse/outlet structure construction ($35,000) and for dredging the pond <br />($20,000). The Town’s Engineering Department will oversee the project. <br />10 <br /> <br />
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