TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK

Wastewater
Collection
Design
2018 CRITERIA MANUAL

Published by the Town of Castle Rock, 100 N. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
December 4, 2018
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.1 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
1.2 Jurisdiction………………………………………………………………………………………...... 7
1.3 Purpose……………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
1.4 Amendments and Revisions………………………………………………………………………. 7
1.5 Enforcement Responsibility……………………………………………………………………….. 8
1.6 Review and Acceptance…………………………………………………………………………… 8
1.7 Interpretation………………………………………………………………………………………... 8
1.8 Relationship to Other Standards…………………………………………………………………. 9
1.9 Variances from these Criteria…………………………………………………………………….. 9
1.10 Supplemental Information to these Criteria……………………………………………………… 9
1.11 Acronyms…………………………………………………………………………………………….10
1.12 Definitions of Terms………………………………………………………………………………...12
1.13 References…………………………………………………………………………………………. 15

Chapter 2. WASTEWATER COLLECTION POLICIES

2.1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………….... 16
2.2 Planning Policy…………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
2.3 Design Policy……………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
2.4 Construction of Public Improvements Policy……………………………………………………. 17
2.5 Ownership of Public Improvements Policy……………………………………………………….17
2.6 Operations and Maintenance Policy……………………………………………………………... 17
2.7 Regulatory and Legal Policy……………………………………………………………………… 18
2.8 Hazard Minimization and Public Safety…………………………………………………………. 18

Chapter 3. WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………. 19
3.2 Review Process……………………………………………………………………………………. 19
3.2.1 Pre-Application Consultation…………………………………………………………… 19

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 3.2.2 Utility Report Requirements……………………………………………………………. 19
3.2.2.1 Format…………………………………………………………………………… 20
3.2.2.2 Checklists……………………………………………………………………….. 20
3.2.2.3 Approval Block…………………………………………………………………. 20
3.2.2.4 Stand-Alone Document………………………………………………………… 20
3.2.2.5 Combined Reports……………………………………………………………… 20
3.2.2.6 Submittal Adequacy……………………………………………………………. 21
3.2.3 Review by Referral Agencies……………………………………………………………. 21
3.3 Acceptance………………………………………………………………………………………… 21
3.3.1 Final Utility Report Required for Construction…………………………………………. 21
3.3.2 One Year Approval Limitation for Final Utility Report…………………………………. 21
3.4 Concept Wastewater Utility Letter……………………………………………………………….. 21
3.4.1 PDP Wastewater Utility Information……………………………………………………... 23
3.4.2 Castle Rock Water Responsibility……………………………………………………….. 23
3.5 Preliminary Wastewater Utility Report…………………………………………………………... 24
3.5.1 SDP Wastewater Utility Plan……………………………………………………………... 28
3.5.2 Castle Rock Water Responsibility………………………………………………………... 29
3.6 Final Wastewater Utility Report……………………………………………………………………29
3.6.1 Disclaimer…………………………………………………………………………………… 33
3.7 Construction Drawings……………………………………………………………………………. 34
3.7.1 Wastewater System Improvements……………………………………………………... 34
3.7.2 Indemnification Statement………………………………………………………………... 34
3.7.3 Construction Drawing Requirements……………………………………………………. 34
3.7.3.1 Utility Construction Drawings for Wastewater System Improvements………. 35
3.8 Record Drawings…………………………………………………………………………………… 37

Chapter 4. WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA

4.1 Reference Design Documents……………………………………………………………………. 38

4.2 Prohibited Installations…………………………………………………………………………….. 38
4.3 Unlawful Connections……………………………………………………………………………… 38
4.4 Minimum Wastewater System Design Criteria………………………………………………….. 39
4.4.1 Design Flows………………………………………………………………………………… 39
4.4.1.1 Wastewater System Average Daily Flow (ADF)……………………………...... 40
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 4.4.1.2 Peaking Factor…………………………………………………………………..... 41
4.4.1.3 Peak Design Flow Rate…………………………………………………………... 41
4.4.2 Hydraulic Design…………………………………………………………………………… 41
4.4.3 Pipe Sizes and Grades……………………………………………………………………. 42
4.4.4 General Wastewater System Layout Criteria…………………………………………… 42
4.4.4.1 Location……………………………………………………………………………. 42
4.4.4.2 Horizontal Layout…………………………………………………………………. 43
4.4.4.3 Vertical Layout…………………………………………………………………….. 43
4.4.5 Utility Crossings……………………………………………………………………………. 43
4.4.5.1 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing under a Water Main………………………….. 44
4.4.5.2 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing over a Water Main……………………………. 44
4.4.5.3 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing of a Storm Sewer……………………………... 44
4.4.5.4 Limits on Minimum Vertical Clearance………………………………………….. 45
4.4.6 Bored Crossings……………………………………………………………………………. 45
4.4.7 Manholes…………………………………………………………………………………….46
4.4.7.1 Layout………………………………………………………………………………. 46
4.4.7.2 Manhole Sizing……………………………………………………………………..47
4.4.7.3 Drops through Manholes…………………………………………………………. 47
4.4.7.4 Main Connections to Existing Manholes……………………………………….. 48
4.4.7.5 Metering Vault…………………………………………………………………….. 48
4.4.8 Sanitary Sewers and Manholes Greater than Twenty Feet…………………………… 48
4.4.9 Inverted Wastewater Siphons…………………………………………………………….. 49
4.4.10 Fill Areas……………………………………………………………………………………..49
4.4.11 Trail Access………………………………………………………………………………… 49
4.4.12 Future Connections……………………………………………………………………….. 50
4.4.13 Sanitary Sewer Service Lines…………………………………………………………… 50
4.4.13.1 Ownership……………………………………………………………………….. 51
4.4.13.2 Layout……………………………………………………………………………. 51
4.4.13.3 Cleanouts………………………………………………………………………… 52
4.5 Easements………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52
4.6 Utility Easement Note Required on Plats………………………………………………………... 53
4.7 Sand/Oil and Grease Interceptors……………………………………………………………….. 53
4.8 Facility Upgrade Schedule………………………………………………………………………… 53

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4.9 Underdrains………………………………………………………………………………………….53

Chapter 5. LIFT STATION AND FORCE MAIN DESIGN CRITERIA

5.1 General……………………………………………………………………………………………… 54
5.1.1 Scope……………………………………………………………………………………….. 54
5.1.2 Castle Rock Water Review and Approval……………………………………………..... 54
5.1.3 Relationship to Other Standards…………………………………………………………. 54
5.1.4 Reference Design Documents……………………………………………………………. 54
5.1.5 Location…………………………………………………………………………………….. 55
5.1.6 Flood Protection……………………………………………………………………………. 55
5.1.7 Accessibility and Security…………………………………………………………………. 55
5.1.8 Grit…………………………………………………………………………………………… 55
5.1.9 Station Ventilation………………………………………………………………………….. 55
5.1.10 Odor Control…………………………………………………………………………………56
5.2 Minimum Lift Station Design Criteria…………………………………………………………….. 56
5.3 Pump Equipment and Protection………………………………………………………………… 57
5.3.1 Pump Characteristics……………………………………………………………………… 57
5.3.2 Pump Protection…………………………………………………………………………… 58
5.4 Overflow Basins……………………………………………………………………………………. 58
5.5 Force Main Design Criteria……………………………………………………………………….. 59
5.5.1 Pipe Materials……………………………………………………………………………… 59
5.5.2 Velocity and Pipe Diameter………………………………………………………………. 59
5.5.3 Pipe and Design Pressure………………………………………………………………… 59
5.5.4 Pipe Separation from Water Lines……………………………………………………….. 59
5.5.5 Shutoff and Check Valves………………………………………………………………… 60
5.5.6 Isolation Valves……………………………………………………………………………. 60
5.5.7 Combination Air Release and Air/Vacuum Valves…………………………………….. 60
5.5.8 Drain Valves……………………………………………………………………………….. 60
5.5.9 Pig Launching and Retrieval Stations…………………………………………………… 60
5.5.10 Termination………………………………………………………………………………… 61
5.5.11 Identification……………………………………………………………………………….. 61
5.6 Site Improvements………………………………………………………………………………… 61
5.6.1 Property…………………………………………………………………………………….. 61
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 5.6.1.1 Property Dedication………………………………………………………………. 61
5.6.1.2 Site Configuration…………………………………………………………………. 61
5.6.2 Site Amenities………………………………………………………………………………. 62
5.7 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA)………………………………… 63
5.7.1 Scope………………………………………………………………………………………. 63
5.7.2 Purpose and Rationale of the SCADA System………………………………………… 64
5.7.3 General Design Criteria………………………………………………………………….. 64
5.7.3.1 Design Responsibility…………………………………………………………….. 64
5.7.3.2 Programming……………………………………………………………………… 64
5.7.3.3 Base Standards to be Met……………………………………………………….. 64
5.7.4 Minimum Facility Design Requirements………………………………………………… 65
5.7.4.1 General…………………………………………………………………………….. 65
5.7.4.2 Wastewater Lift Station Instrumentation……………………………………….. 65

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 Chapter 1 - General Provisions
1.1 Introduction

These criteria and design standards together with all future amendments shall be known as the
Town of Castle Rock Wastewater Collection System Design Criteria Manual (hereafter called
“Criteria”). All utility reports and plans, analyses, and designs, submitted as a requirement of the
Town of Castle Rock Regulations (hereafter called “Regulations”), shall comply with these
Criteria.

1.2 Jurisdiction

These Criteria shall apply to all land within the incorporated area of the Town of Castle Rock,
or served by the Town, including any public lands. These Criteria shall apply to all systems
and facilities constructed in or on Town rights-of-way, easements dedicated for utilities across
public or private property, easements for public use, and to all privately owned and maintained
system facilities.

1.3 Purpose

Presented in these Criteria are the policies and minimum technical criteria for the planning,
analysis and design of wastewater collection systems within the boundaries of the Town of
Castle Rock and areas served by the Town. All subdivisions, re-subdivisions, Planned Unit
Developments, or any other proposed construction submitted for acceptance under the
provisions of the Regulations shall include adequate and appropriate wastewater system
planning, analysis and design. Such planning, analysis and design shall conform with or
exceed the Criteria set forth herein. Wastewater collection system planning, analysis, and
design that require policies and technical expertise not specifically addressed in these Criteria
shall follow the provisions of the appropriate regulatory entity, which shall include, but not be
limited to, those of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).

1.4 Amendments and Revisions

Policies and criteria may be amended as new technology is developed, or if experience gained
in the use of these Criteria indicates a need for revision. All technical criteria and policy
changes must be recommended by the Director of Castle Rock Water or his designee. Minor
revisions will require the approval of the Director of Castle Rock Water. All major revisions will
require adoption, by Ordinance, from the Town Council following a public hearing thereon. The
Director of Castle Rock Water shall monitor the performance and effectiveness of these
Criteria and will recommend amendments and revisions as needed.

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 EXAMPLES OF MINOR AND MAJOR REVISIONS

MINOR MAJOR
Grammar Policy Changes

Submittal Requirements Technical Criteria Changes

Clarifications

Construction Detail Revisions for

clarification, minor modification

1.5 Enforcement Responsibility

Castle Rock Water shall review all sanitary sewer system reports, plans, analyses, and
designs, submitted as a requirement of the Regulations, for compliance with these Criteria.
The Regulations are enforced by the Town of Castle Rock and authorized representatives.

1.6 Review and Acceptance

The Town shall review all submittals for general compliance with these Criteria. An
acceptance by the Town does not relieve the Owner, Engineer, or Designer from the
responsibility of ensuring that the design, calculations, plans, specifications, construction,
and record drawings are in compliance with these Criteria, as stated in the Owner’s and
Engineer’s certifications, and in compliance with other applicable State and Federal
regulations.

The Town may, but is not required to, refer submittals to other agencies that have an
interest or responsibility for wastewater system issues. Other review agencies may include
regional, State, or Federal agencies responsible for wastewater collection, industrial
pretreatment, treatment and other wastewater related issues.

1.7 Interpretation

In the interpretation and application of these Criteria, the provisions shall be regarded as the
minimum requirements for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare of the
residents of the Town. These Criteria shall therefore be regarded as remedial and shall be
liberally construed to further its underlying purposes.

Whenever a provision of these Criteria and any other provision of the Regulations or any
provision in any law, ordinance, resolution, rule or regulation of any kind, contains any
requirement(s) covering any of the same subject matter, the requirements that are more
restrictive or impose higher standards shall govern, as determined by the Director of Castle
Rock Water.

These Criteria shall not abrogate or annul any binding agreements, including Development
Agreements and Public Subdivision Improvement Agreements, or any easements, permits,
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 utility reports or construction drawings either recorded, issued, or accepted by the Town prior
to the effective date of these Criteria. In the event that there is an alleged or material
discrepancy in these Criteria, the Director of Castle Rock Water shall make any final
determinations as to the intent and application of these Criteria.

1.8 Relationship to Other Standards

If the CDPHE, Federal Government, or other applicable regulatory agency imposes stricter
criteria, standards, or requirements than those contained herein, such provisions shall apply, and
shall be subsequently incorporated into the Town’s requirements after due process and public
hearing(s) to modify the Town’s Regulations and these Criteria.

1.9 Variances from these Criteria

Modifications to these Criteria shall require a formal variance request. Variances from the
provisions of these Criteria may be considered on a case-by-case basis for specific applications
only, and shall not establish a precedent for any other project or future development. All
revisions to these Criteria shall be documented on CDs for construction and inspection purposes
and on Record Drawings for operational purposes. All variances on a project shall be listed on
Site Plans (if applicable) and CDs including the variance number, description of the variance, any
conditions of approval, and the approval date. Formal requests for variances from the standards,
policies or requirements of these Criteria shall be submitted with documentation and justification
to the Development Services Project Manager. The variance request and supporting
documentation will be reviewed by Castle Rock Water, and the Director of Castle Rock Water or
his designee will issue a formal response to the request. Submittal requirements for variances
and information regarding the appeals process shall be as established in the Development
Procedures Manual.

1.10 Supplemental Information to these Criteria

Supplemental information, forms, checklists, notes, etc., referenced herein, are available on the
Town of Castle Rock website (CRgov.com/codecentral) and shall be referenced or submitted in
accordance with the requirements set forth in these Criteria. Please contact Castle Rock Water
at 720-733-6000 with any questions regarding the downloading of these files. It is the
responsibility of the developer and engineer to obtain the latest version of any submitted
document, as these items will be periodically updated by the Town.

1. Preliminary and Final Utility Report Checklists

2. Utility Report Approval Block
3. Variance Request Form
4. Engineer’s Cost Opinion Form
5. Drawing and Digital Submittal Requirements Upon Approval of Construction Drawings
6. Development Procedures Manual
7. Construction Methodology and Materials Manual
8. General Construction Drawing Cover Sheet Notes
9. Utility Construction Drawing Notes
10. Standard Construction Details
11. Record Drawing Checklists

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1.11 Acronyms

As used in the Town’s Water and Wastewater Criteria Manuals, the following acronyms shall
apply:

AC Acre
ADD Average Day Demand (water)
ADF Average Daily Flow (wastewater)
AF/YR Acre-Feet per Year
ANSI American National Standards Institute
APWA American Public Works Association
ARV Combination Air Release/Vacuum Valve
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
AWWA American Water Works Association
BOP Bottom of Pipe
C Hazen-Williams Pipe Roughness Coefficient
CD and CDs Construction Drawing(s)
CDOT Colorado Department of Transportation
CDPHE Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
CFS Cubic Feet per Second
DA Development Agreement
DIP Ductile Iron Pipe
DIPRA Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association
DRCOG Denver Regional Council of Governments
DP Design Point
DPP Development Procedures Manual
DU Dwelling Unit
FDC Fire Department Connection
FF Fire Flow
FT Feet
FPS Feet per Second
GESC Grading, Erosion and Sedimentation Control
GPAD Gallons per Acre per Day
GPCD Gallons per Capita per Day
GPD Gallons per Day
GPM Gallons per Minute
GPSD Gallons per Student per Day
HGL Hydraulic Grade Line
HP High Point
I/I Infiltration and Inflow
IBC International Building Code
IFC International Fire Code
IMC International Mechanical Code
INS Institutional
IPC International Plumbing Code
IRC International Residential Code
ISO Insurance Service Offices
LP Low Point
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Max Maximum
Min Minimum
MDD Maximum Day Demand
MG Million Gallon
MGD Million Gallons per Day
MJ Mechanical Joint
NAVD North American Vertical Datum
NEC National Electrical Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
O&M Operation and Maintenance
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OWTS On-Site Wastewater Treatment System PCWRA
Plum Creek Water Reclamation Authority
PD Planned Development
PDF Peak Design Flow or Portable Document Format
PDP Planned Development Plan
PE Professional Engineer
PF Peaking Factor
PHD Peak Hour Demand
PLS Professional Land Surveyor
PRK Park
PRV Pressure Reducing Valve
PSI Pounds per Square Inch
PUD Planned Unit Development
PVC Polyvinyl Chloride
RCP Reinforced Concrete Pipe
ROW Right-of-Way
RMF Residential Multi-Family
RSF Residential Single-Family
SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
SDP Site Development Plan
SF Square-Foot; Square Feet
SFE Single Family Equivalent
SIA Subdivision Improvement Agreement
STD Standard
TB Thrust Block
TCR Town of Castle Rock
TOP Top of Pipe
VFD Variable Frequency Definitions of Terms

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1.12 Definitions of Terms

CIVIL CONTRUCTION PERMIT shall mean a permit, including Standard Conditions and
Special Conditions as applicable, issued by the Town to construct Public and/or Private
Improvements for the Project based on Construction Drawings approved by the Town.

CODE or MUNICIPAL CODE shall mean the Town of Castle Rock Municipal Code, as amended.

CONSTRUCTION DRAWING(S) (CD or CDs) shall mean Construction Drawings prepared by

a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Colorado for the developer and approved by
the Town depicting Public and/or Private Improvements to be constructed for the Project.

CONSULTANT ENGINEER shall mean the Professional Engineer retained by the developer
responsible for the creation and submission of Utility Reports and Construction Drawings to
the Town for approval for the purpose of one-time construction of facilities.

CRITERIA or DESIGN CRITERIA shall mean the design criteria and requirements contained
herein for water and wastewater facilities to be constructed in the Town.

CUSTOMER shall mean any person or entity to which the Town provides goods or services.

DESIGN CRITERIA – See CRITERIA.

DETAILS or STANDARD DETAILS shall mean details issued by Castle Rock Water to be used
in Construction Drawings. These Details are maintained and periodically updated on the
Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral).

DEVELOPER shall mean the party or parties desiring to construct Public and/or Private
Improvements within Town rights-of-way or easements, securing all required approvals and
permits from the Town and other applicable entities, and assuming full and complete
responsibility for the Project.

DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA) shall mean a formal agreement between an Annex or

Master Developer and the Town that comprehensively addresses development conditions and
obligations.

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT shall mean the Town of Castle Rock

Development Services Department located at 100 N. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104,
telephone number 720-733-2200.

EASEMENT shall mean the right of the Town to use lands owned by a private party for the
purposes of maintenance, access, utilities, drainage or other use, as specified in an agreement
between the Town and the private party.

FINAL ACCEPTANCE shall mean the written notification to the developer from the Town, after
satisfactory Warranty Period completion, that all Public Improvements are free of defects, and
the Town releases the developer from future maintenance obligations.
INITIAL CONVEYANCE AND ACCEPTANCE shall mean the Town's document and process,
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which initially accepts for ownership, maintenance and warranty, the Public Improvements
identified in the approved Construction Drawings and Improvement Agreement for a specific
Project.

MUNICIPAL CODE – See CODE.

OWNER shall mean the person(s) in title to any portion of the Property, according to the
records of the Douglas County Clerk and Recorder. The use of the singular “Owner” shall
refer to all Owners of the Property.

PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP) shall mean a development submittal equivalent to

a Preliminary PD Site Plan as defined in the Town’s Municipal Code.

PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS shall mean those improvements not identified as Public

Improvements, and which are not generally installed within the Town rights-of-way,
easements, or other Town-owned lands.

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER shall mean an individual currently registered with the Colorado
State Board of Registration as a Professional Engineer, practicing engineering in accordance
with State law (Title 12, Article 25, Part 1).

PROJECT shall mean the Public or Private Improvements as designated in the approved
Construction Drawings to be constructed in conformance with these Design Criteria. The
Project is inclusive of any and all Public or Private Improvement Projects for or within the
Town, whether Development Projects, Private Utility Projects or Capital Improvement Projects.

PROPERTY shall mean the real property located in Douglas County, Colorado as described
in the Development Agreement, Subdivision Improvement Agreement, or legal description of
the real property on which the Project is located.

PUBLIC HEARING shall mean a meeting of the Town Planning Commission or the Town Council
for the purpose of hearing comments, testimony, recommendations and other responses from
Town staff, developers, interested parties and the general public.

PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS shall mean those public facilities including, but not limited to,
pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalk, pedestrian/bike/equestrian paths, storm drain facilities
with related appurtenances, culverts, channels, bridges, water distribution, transmission and
storage facilities with related appurtenances, sanitary sewer collection facilities with related
appurtenances, water and wastewater treatment facilities, pavement markings/
signage/striping, traffic signals and related appurtenances, and those processes integral to
construction of other Public Improvements listed herein, which upon their completion are to be
dedicated to the Town for operation and maintenance by the Town and which are installed
within the Town rights-of-way, easements, or other Town-owned lands.

REGULATIONS shall mean the Charter, ordinances, resolutions, rules and regulations of the
Town, including the Code, and other provisions of all zoning, subdivision and building codes
or any other applicable design criteria adopted by the Town, as the same may be amended
periodically and applied uniformly throughout the Town.

SHALL means a mandatory requirement or condition, as approved by the Town.

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SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (SDP) shall mean a development submittal equivalent to a
Preliminary Plat, General Site Plan, Final PD Site Plan, and/or Combined Preliminary Plat/
Final PD Site Plan as defined in the Town’s Municipal Code.

STANDARD DETAILS – See DETAILS.

SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT (SIA) shall mean a formal agreement between

a developer and the Town, and identifies the Public Improvements required to support the
development. The SIA provides assurances that the Public Improvements will be constructed
in accordance with established criteria and standards in a timely manner and
comprehensively addresses development conditions and obligations.

TOWN shall mean the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado, a Home Rule Municipality.

TOWN COUNCIL shall mean the governing body of the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado
having all the legislative powers and functions and all other powers possessed by the Town
and not conferred on others by the Town Charter.

CASTLE ROCK WATER shall mean the Town of Castle Rock Water Department located at
175 Kellogg Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, telephone number 720-733-6000.

DIRECTOR OF CASTLE ROCK WATER shall mean the Director of Water of the Town of
Castle Rock or other authorized representative of Castle Rock Water.

VARIANCE REQUEST shall mean a formal request with adequate documentation and
justification for a variance from the standards, provisions, policies or submittal requirements
set forth in these Design Criteria that meets the requirements in Section 1.9 of these Design
Criteria.

WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN shall mean the Town of Castle Rock “Wastewater and
Reclaimed Water Master Plans” or any updates of this Plan.

WEBSITE shall mean the Town of Castle Rock website at CRgov.com, or more specifically
CRgov.com/codecentral.

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1.13 References

The most current version of the following codes are adopted as a secondary code to this
Wastewater Collection System Design Criteria Manual:

 American Public Works Association, Standard Plans, with all amendments

 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Design Criteria Considered in

the Review of Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Policy 96-1

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 Chapter 2 – Wastewater Collection System Policies

2.1 Introduction

Provisions for adequate service, wastewater collection and treatment are necessary to
preserve and promote the general health, welfare, and economic well-being of the residents of
the Town of Castle Rock. The Town of Castle Rock must provide coordination, review, and
master planning of the system in order that the integration of each component of the system
meets the intent and purpose of the system as a whole.

The development of the Town’s wastewater system is governed by the policies provided
below, as facilitated through the implementation of the Criteria contained herein. Wastewater
system facilities shall be designed, constructed, and maintained to provide for the health,
safety and welfare of the Town and its surrounding areas. These Criteria shall formally
implement interim policies that have been updated from time-to-time by Castle Rock Water
since the effective date of the previous version.

2.2 Planning Policy

All land developed within, and served by the Town of Castle Rock shall receive full site
planning and engineering analyses. Utility reports and plans shall be submitted for all new
development and redevelopment within the Town’s jurisdiction in conformance with the
requirements set forth herein and the provisions stipulated in the Concept, Preliminary and
Final Development Packages. Redevelopment shall be defined as any land disturbance or
reconstruction that results in a reconfiguration of existing wastewater system facilities, or an
increase in discharge.

In the initial planning stages of the development, a pre-application meeting shall be

coordinated with the Town of Castle Rock Development Services Department in accordance
with Chapter 3 of these Criteria. The Town has adopted and maintains a Wastewater Master
Plan, which establishes the requirements of the wastewater system and identifies the
required public improvements necessary to provide the intended level of wastewater service
throughout the Town. The Wastewater Master Plan may be ratified by Town Council from
time-to-time, as necessary to accommodate changes within the Town’s jurisdiction.

2.3 Design Policy

Wastewater system planning and design within the Town shall adhere to the Criteria
contained herein, the latest edition of CDPHE Design Criteria, the Plum Creek Wastewater
Authority Code of Rules and Regulations, any applicable Watershed Protection District
ordinances, and the latest Wastewater Master Plan prepared for the Town. Prohibited
facilities and connections shall be as described in these Criteria.

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2.4 Construction of Public Improvements Policy

The construction of improvements for and within the Town shall conform to the Town Civil
Construction Permit, the Town’s Construction Notes, Standard Details and Construction
Methodology and Materials Manual, and shall adhere to all Town, County, State, and Federal
regulations applicable to the work. This shall include the acquisition of all necessary permits,
which may include but not be limited to, 404 permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers; Stormwater Management Plans; Discharge Permits and Construction Dewatering
Permits administered by the State; Town Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC)
permits; flood plain development permits; and traffic control permits. At the completion of
construction, all permits and service agreements with power companies and any other private
utilities shall be transferred into the Customer’s name, and shall under no circumstances be
transferred to, or held in the name of the Town, unless the Town is the customer.

Any work proposed to take place within existing Town of Castle Rock streets must be
reviewed and approved by the Public Works Department. The type of crossing allowed,
traffic control, street repair specifications, etc. shall be as determined by Public Works.

Prior to placing the facilities into service and initial acceptance by the Town, all construction
related provisions required by the Town shall be satisfied, including startup procedures,
inspections and testing of the facilities, and receipt of O&M Manuals and Record Drawings.
Additionally, all requirements and responsibilities shall be complied with in association with the
warranty period as set forth in the Town’s Regulations.

2.5 Ownership of Public Improvements Policy

The delineation between Town-owned and privately owned portions of the system and the
associated maintenance responsibilities for each, shall be as set forth in the latest editions of
the Municipal Code and Standard Details. Upon execution of Final Acceptance, sanitary
sewer mains, force mains, lift stations, and all appurtenant Town-owned facilities shall
become the sole property of the Town, and full legal and equitable title thereto shall be vested
in the Town free and clear of any liens, claims or rights of any third party in or to the Public
Improvements.

2.6 Operations and Maintenance Policy

The design of all wastewater system facilities within the Town must provide for access and
long-term operation and maintenance of the facilities by the Town. Operation and
Maintenance manuals associated with all components to be installed as part of the
wastewater system shall be provided to the Town with the Record Drawings required in these
Criteria, unless otherwise specifically waived by Castle Rock Water.

Utility easements or tracts and access easements shall be provided for all wastewater system
facilities outside of public right-of-way as set forth in these Criteria, or as otherwise required by
Castle Rock Water, and shall be adequate for the operation, maintenance and replacement of
the facilities.

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2.7 Regulatory and Legal Policy

The planning, design and construction and maintenance of the Town’s wastewater system
facilities shall provide for and facilitate strict conformance with the regulatory and legal policies
of the Town of Castle Rock and the CDPHE. In addition to the adherence of Town and CDPHE
Design Criteria, this shall include, without limitation, policies associated with ongoing reporting
requirements and documentation, emergency procedures and remediation, public notification
requirements, and the training and certification of staff to operate and maintain the Town’s
facilities.

2.8 Hazard Minimization and Public Safety Policy

Public safety and the protection of Town staff shall be an essential objective when planning,
designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining the Town’s wastewater collection system
facilities. All such facilities shall be designed with careful consideration of the potential
hazards associated with the use and long-term operation and maintenance of the facility. The
design phase of all projects shall evaluate the health and safety risks associated with the
facilities, and shall include appropriate design features to minimize these risks and to
adequately protect the general public and Town personnel from the hazards. Equipment for
confined space entry in accordance with OSHA and other applicable regulatory agency
requirements shall be provided at all Town of Castle Rock facilities, as required. Hatches with
fall prevention covers, intermediate platforms, handrails, safety lighting, etc. shall be as
required by Castle Rock Water, or any applicable code.

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 Chapter 3 – Wastewater Collection System Submittal
Requirements

3.1 Introduction

The requirements presented in this chapter shall be used to aid the engineer or applicant
in the preparation of utility reports, modeling evaluations, and Construction Drawings
(CDs) for wastewater collection system facilities. This Chapter applies primarily to
submittal requirements for wastewater collection systems and the associated Criteria
provided in Chapter 4. Submittal requirements for lift stations and force mains, etc., may
differ from those set forth in this Chapter, and will be discussed at the pre-application
consultation as described in the Section that follows. The requirements presented herein
are the minimum necessary, and will be used to evaluate the adequacy of all submittals
made to the Town.

3.2 Review Process

3.2.1 Pre-Application Consultation

A pre-application consultation with the Town of Castle Rock Development Services

Department is strongly encouraged for any type of development or redevelopment.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss general information about the project,
pertinent aspects of the Criteria, the required scope of the utility reports, and any
special procedures, analyses, and submittal requirements that may be applicable.

3.2.2 Utility Report Requirements

Different levels of utility reports shall be included with each of the submittals
required by the Town of Castle Rock Development Services Department. The first
of the three utility reports shall be the Concept Utility Letter, which shall be
submitted in conjunction with the Planned Development Plan (PDP). The purpose
of the Concept Utility Letter is to provide sufficient information to determine the
adequacy and ability of the Town’s wastewater collection system to serve the
proposed development.

Once the PDP has been approved, a subsequent Preliminary Utility Report shall be
submitted in conjunction with the Site Development Plan (SDP). The purpose of
the Preliminary Utility Report is to establish preliminary locations and preliminary
sizing for the proposed mains, connections and necessary infrastructure
extensions, and to set forth the design parameters and sizing criteria for all other
appurtenant wastewater facilities required to serve the proposed development.

Upon approval of the SDP and completion of the final utility system designs, a Final
Utility Report shall be submitted in conjunction with the Final Construction Documents.
The purpose of the Final Utility Report is to provide all final design information and
calculations necessary to support the proposed wastewater Improvements. The
Construction Documents shall include, among other require- ments, the submittal of
Construction Drawings (CDs), Final Utility Report, Opinion of Estimated Costs,
easements by separate document, signed variances, and the Final Plat. Once
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approved, the Construction Documents will enable the developer to move forward with
the acquisition of the necessary permits for the project.

3.2.2.1 Format

All required reports shall be in Portable Document Format (PDF). The pages within the
reports shall be prepared on 8½" x 11” PDF pages. The reports shall follow the format
contained in the report checklists. Supporting drawings, figures, and tables may be
prepared on 11” x 17” PDF pages. Reports shall include a narrative presenting the
project for review in accordance with the information presented in these Criteria, and the
requirements established by the Town for the appropriate submittal.

One electronic PDF file shall be transmitted to the Development Services project
manager in conjunction with each required submittal. Paper copies are not required
unless specifically requested.

3.2.2.2 Checklists

Report checklists are available on the Town of Castle Rock website

(CRgov.com/codecentral), and must be completed and submitted with each utility
report. Appropriate notations shall be provided with the checklist to assist the reviewer
in determining whether the report is complete. For example, if a specific item is not
addressed or not applicable, an explanation needs to be provided.

3.2.2.3 Approval Block

The Concept Utility Letter shall be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer
licensed in the State of Colorado. The Preliminary and Final Utility Reports shall be
certified by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Colorado and signed by
the Owner using the approval block sheet available on the Town website. The signed
approval block shall be in the report behind the title sheet.

3.2.2.4 Stand-Alone Document

Utility reports shall be stand-alone documents. When references are made or

assumptions are based on previously submitted reports, the reports must include the
appropriate excerpts, pages, tables, and maps containing the referenced information.
Assumptions made in previous reports must be verified and substantiated in
subsequent reports. Reports shall be legible, or a resubmittal will be required.

3.2.2.5 Combined Reports

Whenever possible, water and wastewater utility reports should be combined into a
single document, provided that separate sections clearly identify the information
associated with each of the two systems.

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 3.2.2.6 Submittal Adequacy

Any report with incomplete or missing information shall result in the report being
returned without review. The Town reserves the right to require additional information
beyond that specifically required in these Criteria.

3.2.3 Review by Referral Agencies

The review and approval of the project by State, Federal, and local agencies other than
the Town, shall be the responsibility of the developer. The developer shall be required
to address all referral agency comments, and to have such comments incorporated into
the applicable utility report and plans submitted to the Town.

3.3 Acceptance

3.3.1 Final Utility Report Required for Construction

The Final Utility Report shall conform to the CDs to be used to bid the project, and shall
be approved by Castle Rock Water prior to the construction of any Wastewater system
improvements. A Preliminary Utility Report will not be an acceptable substitute for a
Final Utility Report, even if the project has not fundamentally changed from that
proposed in the Preliminary Utility Report.

3.3.2 One Year Approval Limitation for Final Utility Report

The approval of the Final Utility Report shall expire simultaneously with the expiration of
the approval of the CDs, unless extended in conformance with the provisions of the
Municipal Code. At the time the approval of the Final Utility Report expires, the report
shall be deemed invalid and a resubmittal will be required. In order to be reapproved, it
must be demonstrated that the concepts, designs, and calculations presented in the
report are consistent with the Town’s current Criteria. The Concept Utility Letter and the
Preliminary Utility Report are not subject to the one-year acceptance period.

3.4 Concept Wastewater Utility Letter

The Concept Wastewater Utility letter shall be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer
licensed in the State of Colorado. The following outline sets forth the required minimum
content to be provided in the Concept Wastewater Utility Letter that shall be submitted with the
PDP:

I. PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Name of project, including legal name of development

B. Address
C. Owner
D. Developer
E. Engineer
F. Submittal date and revision dates, as applicable

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 II. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION

A. Site Location
1. Site vicinity map
2. Township, Range, Section, and ¼ Section
3. Streets, roadways and highways adjacent to the proposed
development
4. Names of surrounding or adjacent developments

B. Description of Property and Land Use

1. Total area in acres
2. Total number of SFEs proposed for the overall development at build-out,
based upon proposed site zoning calculated by utilizing the table in
Section 4.4.1.1 of these Criteria
3. Area (acres) and land use for all parcels to be served within the
development boundaries
4. Navigable waterways, major and minor drainageways and floodplains
5. Existing irrigation canals or ditches
6. Significant geologic features and topography
7. Existing On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS).
8. Existing water wells

III. EXISTING WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Existing Collection System

1. Discuss the existing sanitary sewer mains, interceptors, lift stations, and
force mains in the vicinity of the development, including sizes and
location that will serve the proposed development.
2. Identify the existing or master-planned wastewater collection
subbasin(s) that encompass the proposed development.
3. Describe how service to the proposed development area was
addressed in the Wastewater Master Plan.
4. Discuss any known shortcomings associated with the existing
collection system that may impact the Town’s ability to adequately
serve the development.

IV. PROPOSED WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Proposed Collection System

1. Provide a general overview of the anticipated collection system layout,
and discuss any extensions from the site to the existing wastewater
system necessary to serve the development parcels as shown on the
PDP. Include a statement that, “Any future development of the existing
wastewater infrastructure needed to serve this site is the responsibility of
the developer.”
2. The proposed facilities shall conform to the Town’s Wastewater Master
Plan unless otherwise approved by variance; therefore, identify any
proposed facilities that are not consistent with the Master Plan. If the
proposed SFEs exceed the number used in the Town’s Wastewater

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 Master Plan hydraulic modeling, then include additional information on
what improvements this project will need (either on-site or off-site) to show
that the system will be able to handle this higher proposed SFE demand.
3. Identify any assumptions made in the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan
regarding the proposed development area that may need to be
reevaluated in order to serve the development.

B. Proposed Wastewater Facilities

1. Discuss any anticipated lift stations, force mains, pretreatment facilities,
etc., that will likely be required to adequately serve the development.

V. REFERENCES

Reference all criteria, master plans, reports, or other technical information utilized
in the Concept Wastewater Utility Letter.

VI. APPENDICES

Report appendices shall include, but not be limited to, the following items:
A. Copies of all pertinent information from reference materials
B. Vicinity Map
C. Planned Development Plan (PDP), as described in Section 3.4.1
D. Utility Map(s) provided by Castle Rock Water

3.4.1 PDP Wastewater Utility Information

The purpose of the PDP Wastewater Utility Information is to confirm that the utilities
proposed for the development can be feasibly connected to the Town’s wastewater
collection system, that the Town’s system can adequately support the development,
and to ensure consistency with the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan. In addition to the
general formatting and information to be included on all sheets of a PDP required by
the Planned Development Plan Submittal Checklist found on the Town’s website, the
following information shall be included on the PDP:

1. The locations and sizes of all existing major utility lines and appurtenances
(water, sanitary, stormwater, etc.) on and adjacent to the site.
2. The location of all existing water wells and On-Site Wastewater Treatment
System (OWTS) on and adjacent to the site.
3. The proposed tie-ins to the existing wastewater collection system, including
sizes of existing mains.

3.4.2 Castle Rock Water Responsibility

Castle Rock Water is not responsible or liable for assumptions made by the developer
regarding utility information associated with the proposed development.

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3.5 Preliminary Wastewater Utility Report

For the Preliminary Wastewater Utility Report, information contained in the Concept
Wastewater Utility Letter shall be updated to reflect the latest projections for land use and
densities. Hydraulic modeling shall only be required for the site proposed in the SDP. Castle
Rock Water may request further hydraulic modeling beyond the site proposed in the SDP, if
Castle Rock Water needs more information to confirm the Town’s ability to serve the
development. This modeling may be waived on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of Castle
Rock Water if it is adequately demonstrated that the SDP is already consistent with the Town’s
Wastewater Master Plan, and that the existing adjacent wastewater infrastructure is adequate
to support the development without modifications, or if the SDP is for a commercial structure
on a single lot. The modeling shall accurately reflect the sizes and locations of all proposed
sanitary sewer mains associated with the SDP layout. In addition to providing updated land
use and density information, the following items shall be specifically addressed:

 Further analysis of any concerns raised in the Concept Utility Letter regarding the
Town’s ability to serve the development
 Updated discussion of appurtenant wastewater facilities other than collection
mains that will be necessary to serve the development, and the principal design
parameters that will be utilized in the final design of such facilities
 Status of any variances that have been obtained, or will be pursued
 Updated discussion of maintenance access and any associated concerns
 Updated status of permitting requirements
 Updated appendices

The Preliminary Utility Report shall be submitted with the latest version of the Town’s
Preliminary Utility Report Checklist, available on the Town’s website. The following outline
sets forth the required minimum content to be provided in the Preliminary Wastewater Utility
Report that shall be submitted with the SDP:

I. TITLE SHEET

A. Name of Project, including legal name of development

B. Address
C. Owner
D. Developer
E. Engineer
F. Submittal date and revision dates, as applicable

II. APPROVAL BLOCK SHEET (Available on Town’s website, CRgov.com)

III. TABLE OF CONTENTS

IV. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION

A. Site Location
1. Site vicinity map (In Appendix D).
2. Township, Range, Section, and 1/4 Section
3. Streets, roadways and highways adjacent to the proposed
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4. Names of surrounding or adjacent developments

B. Description of Property and Land Use

1. Total area in acres
2. Discussion of project phasing, if applicable
3 Total number of SFEs proposed for the development at build-out, with a
breakdown of units by type projected by phase (if applicable), calculated
by utilizing the table in Section 4.4.1 of these Criteria
4. Area (acres) and land use for all parcels to be served within the
development boundaries (initial and future phases, if applicable)
and number of lots if available.
5. Easements/tracts may not be known at this time; however, provide a
statement that easement or tracts necessary for utilities will be provided
at time of either platting or at time of final design/construction documents,
in accordance with Town standards regarding location and size of
easements and tracts.
6. Navigable waterways, major and minor drainageways and floodplains
7. Existing irrigation canals or ditches
8. Significant geologic features and topography
9. Existing On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS)
10. Existing water wells

V. CALCULATED FLOWS (See Section 3.5.XI, Appendix A)

A. Average Daily Wastewater Flows (ADF)

Tabulate the ADFs for the initial and future phases, if applicable, of all
development types for the SDP development areas in accordance with the flow
rates presented in Chapter 4 of these Criteria. ADFs shall be subtotaled by
land use as a flow rate in gallons per day (gpd), gallons per minute (gpm), and
cubic feet per second (cfs).

B. Peaking Factor
Compute the wastewater Peaking Factor based on the ADF of the
development in accordance with Section 4.4.1.1.

C. Peak Design Flows (PDF)

Tabulate the PDFs for the initial and future phases, if applicable, of all
development types for the SDP development areas using the equation set forth
in Section 4.4.1.2 of these Criteria. PDFs shall be subtotaled by land use as a
flow rate (gpd, gpm, and cfs).

VI. EXISTING WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Existing Collection System

1. Discuss the existing sanitary sewer mains, interceptors, lift stations,
and force mains in the vicinity of the development, including sizes and
locations that will need to be extended to serve the proposed
development.
2. Identify the existing or master-planned wastewater collection
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 subbasin(s) that encompass the proposed development.
3. Describe how service to the proposed development area was
addressed in the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan, including a general
discussion of which sanitary sewer mains, interceptors, lift stations,
force mains, and wastewater treatment facilities would be relied upon
to provide service to the development.
4. Discuss any known shortcomings or bottlenecks associated with the
existing collection system that may impact the Town’s ability to
adequately serve the development.

VII. PROPOSED WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Proposed Collection System

1. Provide a general overview of the anticipated collection system for the
SDP layout, including the proposed line sizes. Describe the tie-ins to
the existing wastewater system and the sizes and lengths of any
extensions necessary to serve the development. Include a statement
that “Any future development of the existing wastewater infrastructure
needed to serve this site is the responsibility of the developer”.
2. Discuss how the project complies with the Town’s Wastewater Master
Plan. The proposed facilities shall conform to the Town’s Wastewater
Master Plan unless otherwise approved by variance; therefore, identify
any proposed facilities that are not consistent with the Master Plan. If the
proposed SFEs exceed the number used in the Town’s Wastewater
Master Plan hydraulic modeling, then include additional information on
what improvements this project will need (either on-site or off-site) to
show that the system will be able to handle this higher proposed SFE
demand.
3. Identify any assumptions made in the Town’s Wastewater Master
Plan regarding the proposed development area that may need to be
reevaluated in order to serve the development.

B. Proposed Wastewater Facilities

1. Discuss any lift stations, force mains, pretreatment facilities, etc., that
will likely be required to adequately serve the development.

C. Land Dedication Requirements

1. Generally comment on any portion of the proposed wastewater
system that will be potentially difficult for the Town to access or
maintain. Information shall be provided regarding the nature of the
difficulty, and how the particular concern will be addressed.

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VIII. PROPOSED WASTEWATER SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND MODELING
(See Section 3.5.XI, Appendix B)

A. Hydraulic Models
1. Unless specifically approved by Castle Rock Water, acceptable
network hydraulic models shall be EPA SWMM 5.0, FlowMaster,
SewerCAD, or InfoSewer, other approved models, and Excel
spreadsheet for smaller basins.
2. Anticipated primary collection lines and connections to the existing
system shall be represented in the model. The developer shall
evaluate all downstream sewer segments that Castle Rock Water
determine need to be evaluated.

B. Hydraulic Modeling Scenarios

1. Average Daily Flow (ADF) in accordance with the assumptions for initial and
full build-out of the development.
2. Peak Design Flow (PDF) in accordance with the assumptions for initial and
full build-out of the development.

C. Hydraulic Modeling Output and Required Schematics

1. Pipe reports that identify pipe material, Manning’s “n” coefficient (See
Section 4.4.2), pipe size, design slope, and computed velocities (including
velocity at PDF) for each scenario.
2. Pipe segment tabulation identifying the total number of tributary SFEs,
upstream and downstream manhole ID, ADF, Peaking Factor (See Section
4.4.1.1), PDF, full pipe flow, maximum capacity (75 percent of full pipe
flow) and the ratio of PDF divided by maximum capacity expressed as a
percentage. Flow information may be expressed in either cfs or gpm.
Pipe size, slope, manhole identification, etc., shall match the
corresponding information shown on the Utility Plan/CDs.
3. Schematics shall be provided that depict the modeled network with pipe and
junction IDs (Design Points), superimposed on a street layout or other
recognizable base map that generally corresponds to the proposed
wastewater system. Pipe size, slope, manhole identification, etc., shall match
the corresponding information shown on the Utility Plan/CDs.
4. Summary narrative discussing the modeling results as compared to the
required hydraulic design criteria set forth in Chapter 4 of these Criteria.

IX. POTENTIAL PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS

General discussion of all foreseeable Federal, State, County, and Local permitting
requirements associated with the project.

X. REFERENCES

Reference all criteria, master plans, reports, or other technical information utilized
in the report.

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 XI. APPENDICES

Report appendices shall include, but not be limited to, design calculations,
copies of all pertinent information from reference materials, and:

 Appendix A - Wastewater Flows

Calculate and tabulate wastewater flows in gpd, gpm, and cfs for the
development for ADF and PDF utilizing the flow rates and peaking factors in
Chapter 4 of these Criteria (See Section 3.5.V of these Criteria).

 Appendix B - Hydraulic Modeling

Provide hydraulic modeling results for the proposed wastewater system
design as described in Section 3.5.VIII of these Criteria. Required hydraulic
design criteria are specified in Chapter 4 of these Criteria.

 Appendix C - Maps and Plans

A. Vicinity Map
B. Utility Map(s) provided by Castle Rock Water
C. Site Development Plan
D. Wastewater Utility Plan, as described in the following Section

3.5.1 SDP Wastewater Utility Plan

A SDP Wastewater Utility Plan shall be included in the appendices of the Preliminary
Utility Report. The purpose of the SDP Wastewater Utility Plan is to establish locations
and sizes of Public Improvements proposed for the development and to ensure
compliance with the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan. If desired, Water and
Wastewater Utility Plans may be combined into a single SDP Utility Plan. Please refer
to the Wastewater System Design Criteria Manual regarding requirements for a SDP
Wastewater Utility Plan. In addition to the general formatting and information to be
included on all sheets of a SDP required by the Site Development Plan Submittal
Checklist found on the Town’s website, the following information shall be included on
the SDP Wastewater Utility Plan:

1. Legend: Each sheet shall show the symbols pertaining to the sheet.
2. The latest Water Utility Site Development Plan notes found on the Town’s
website shall be included on the SDP.
3. Vertical Datum: All elevations used for the planning, design and construction of
facilities shall be on the NAVD88 Datum. No conversion equation is allowed.
4. Plan views shall show the location of all existing and proposed utility lines and
appurtenances (water, sanitary, stormwater, gas, electric, telephone, cable,
fiber optic, etc.) on and adjacent to the site. Actual sizes shall be shown for all
existing utility lines and preliminary sizes shall be shown for all proposed lines.
5. Plan views shall show the location of all existing water wells and On-Site
Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) on and adjacent to the site.
6. Plan views shall show proposed sanitary sewer mains and force mains with
preliminary sizes; manholes; lift stations; and other proposed appurtenances
on and adjacent to the site.
7. Plan views shall show existing and proposed curb, gutter, and sidewalks on
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 and adjacent to the site as shown on the SDP in order to identify potential
utility conflicts.
8. Plan views shall show subbasin boundaries and Design Points (DPs) for
the proposed wastewater system.
9. Plan views shall show the proposed tie-ins to the existing wastewater
collection system, including sizes of existing mains. The nearest manholes on
existing mains shall be shown or, at a minimum, the distance to these
manholes shall be included on the plan view.
10. Plan views shall show general locations of anticipated off-site improvements,
extensions of service or upgrades to the Town’s wastewater collection
system.
11. The Utility Plan shall be submitted along with a Preliminary Grading Plan, or
the Utility Plan shall include screened five-foot contours showing existing and
proposed preliminary grading.
12. Plan views shall show and label as to type and width, all existing easements
with recordation information that are on and adjacent to the site.

3.5.2 Castle Rock Water Responsibility

Castle Rock Water is not responsible or liable for assumptions made by the developer
regarding utility information associated with the proposed development.

3.6 Final Wastewater Utility Report

For the Final Wastewater Utility Report, the Preliminary Wastewater Utility Report and
associated hydraulic modeling shall be thoroughly updated to reflect the final design and
layout of all wastewater system facilities and mains since the approval of the SDP, and as
now shown on the Construction Drawings (CDs). The Final Wastewater Utility Report shall
expand on the information provided in the Preliminary Wastewater Utility Report, and shall
resolve any outstanding issues regarding the Town’s ability to serve the development. Pipe
size, slope, manhole identification, etc. shown on the CDs shall match the corresponding
information contained in the Final Wastewater Utility Report. As applicable, hydraulic
modeling shall be provided for both the initial phase of development represented on the CDs,
and for full build-out of the overall site. The Final Utility Report shall include a discussion of
applicable SCADA requirements. In addition to updating the Preliminary Utility Report, the
following items shall be submitted for review:

 Construction Drawings in accordance with the requirements set forth herein.

 Final design discussion and statement of design parameters associated with all
appurtenant wastewater facilities, other than collection mains, as depicted on the
CDs.
 Copies of signed variances obtained from Castle Rock Water.
 Final easement, tract and parcel descriptions and exhibits to be conveyed to the
Town. Note that all utility easements and tracts for the Development required by
these Criteria shall be dedicated to the Town in a Final Plat or conveyed to the
Town by separate document in an Easement Agreement acceptable to the Town.
 Engineer’s cost opinion for the Improvements represented on the CDs.

The Final Utility Report shall be submitted with the latest version of the Town’s Final Utility
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Report Checklist, available on the Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral).

The following outline sets forth the required minimum content to be provided in the Final
Wastewater Utility Report that shall be submitted with the Construction Documents:

I. TITLE SHEET

A. Name of Project, including legal name of Development

B. Address
C. Town of Castle Rock Project Manager
D. Owner
E. Developer
F. Engineer
G. Submittal date and revision dates, as applicable

II. APPROVAL BLOCK SHEET (Available on Town’s website)

III. TABLE OF CONTENTS

IV. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION

A. Site Location
1. Site Vicinity Map (In Appendix D)
2. Township, Range, Section, and 1/4 Section
3. Streets, roadways, and highways adjacent to the proposed
development
4. Names of surrounding or adjacent developments

B. Description of Property and Land Use

1. Total area in acres
2. Discussion of project phasing, if applicable
3. Total number of SFEs proposed for the development at build-out with a
breakdown of units by type projected by phase (if applicable), calculated
by utilizing the table in Section 4.4.1 of these Criteria.
4. Area (acres), land use for all parcels to be served within the development
boundaries (initial and future phases, if applicable) and number of lots.
5. Sizes of schools, commercial and industrial buildings (initial and future
phases, if applicable).
6. Navigable Waterways, major and minor drainageways and floodplains
7. Existing irrigation canals or ditches
8. Significant geologic features and topography
9. Existing On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS)
10. Existing water wells

V. CALCULATED FLOWS (See Section 3.6.XII, Appendix A)

A. Average Daily Wastewater Flows (ADF)

Tabulate the ADFs for the initial and future phases, if applicable, of all
development types in accordance with the flow rates presented in Chapter 4 of
these Criteria. ADFs shall be subtotaled by land use as a flow rate in gallons per

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 day (gpd), gallons per minute (gpm), and cubic feet per second (cfs).

B. Peaking Factor (PF)

Compute the wastewater Peaking Factor based on the ADF of the development
in accordance with Section 4.4.1.1.

C. Peak Design Flows (PDF)

Tabulate the PDFs for the initial and future phases, if applicable, of all
development types using the equation set forth in Section 4.4.1.2 of these
Criteria. PDFs shall be subtotaled by land use as a flow rate (gpd, gpm, and
cfs).

VI. EXISTING WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Existing Collection System

1. Discuss the existing sanitary sewer mains, interceptors, lift stations, and force
mains in the vicinity of the development, including sizes and locations that will
need to be extended to serve the proposed development.
2. Identify the existing or master-planned wastewater collection subbasin(s)
that encompass the proposed development.
3. Describe how service to the proposed development area was addressed in
the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan, including a general discussion of which
sanitary sewer mains, interceptors, lift stations, force mains, and wastewater
treatment facilities would be relied upon to provide service to the
development.
4. Discuss any known or anticipated shortcomings or bottlenecks associated
with the existing collection system that may impact the Town’s ability to
adequately serve the development.

VII. PROPOSED WASTEWATER SYSTEM

A. Proposed Collection System

1. Provide a description of all proposed wastewater facilities and a general
overview of the anticipated collection system layout, including the proposed
line sizes. Describe the tie-ins to the existing wastewater system and the sizes
and lengths of any extensions necessary to serve the development. Include a
statement that “Any future development of the existing wastewater
infrastructure needed to serve this site is the responsibility of the developer”.
2. Discuss how the project design complies with the Town’s Wastewater Master
Plan. The proposed facilities shall conform to the Town’s Wastewater Master
Plan unless otherwise approved by variance; therefore, identify any proposed
facilities that are not consistent with the Master Plan. If the proposed SFEs
exceed the number used in the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan hydraulic
modeling, then include additional information on what Improvements this
project will need (either on-site or off-site) to show that the system will be able
to handle this higher proposed SFE demand.
3. Identify any assumptions made in the Town’s Wastewater Master Plan
regarding the proposed development area that may need to be reevaluated in
order to serve the development.

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 B. Proposed Wastewater Facilities
1. Discuss any lift stations, force mains, pretreatment facilities, etc., that will likely
be required to adequately serve the development.

C. Land Dedication Requirements

1. Generally describe any portions of the proposed wastewater system that
are not planned to be located in public right-of-way, and will therefore
require the dedication of tracts or utility easements to the Town.
2. Generally comment on any portion of the proposed wastewater system that
will be potentially difficult for the Town to access or maintain. Information
shall be provided regarding the nature of the difficulty, and how the particular
concern will be addressed.

VIII. PROPOSED WASTEWATER SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND MODELING

(See Section 3.6.XII, Appendix B)

A. Hydraulic Models
1. Unless specifically approved by Castle Rock Water, acceptable
network hydraulic models shall be EPA SWMM 5.0, FlowMaster,
SewerCAD, or InfoSewer, other approved models, and Excel
spreadsheet for smaller basins.

2. Anticipated primary collection lines and connections to the existing

system shall be represented in the model.

B. Hydraulic Modeling Scenarios

1. Average Daily Flow (ADF) in accordance with the assumptions for initial
and full build-out of the development.
2. Peak Design Flow (PDF) in accordance with the assumptions for initial and
full build-out of the development.

C. Hydraulic Modeling Output and Required Schematics

1. Pipe reports that identify pipe material, Manning’s “n” coefficient (See
Section 4.4.2), pipe size, design slope, and computed velocities (including
velocity at PDF) for each scenario.
2. Pipe segment tabulation identifying the total number of tributary SFEs,
upstream and downstream manhole ID, ADF, Peaking Factor (See Section
4.4.1.1), PDF, full pipe flow, maximum capacity (75 percent of full pipe
flow), and the ratio of PDF divided by maximum capacity expressed as a
percentage. Flow information may be expressed in either cfs or gpm.
Pipe size, slope, manhole identification, etc., shall match the
corresponding information shown on the Utility Plan/CDs.
3. Schematics shall be provided that depict the modeled network with pipe and
junction IDs (Design Points), superimposed on a street layout or other
recognizable base map that generally corresponds to the proposed
wastewater system. Pipe size, slope, manhole identification, etc., shall
match the corresponding information shown on the Utility Plan/CDs.
4. Summary narrative discussing the modeling results as compared to the

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IX. POTENTIAL SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS AGREEMENT (SIA) ITEMS

Discuss any potential SIA items such as needed off-site Improvements,

improvements necessary for a project or project phase to be independently
sustainable, wastewater facilities land dedication requirements, etc.

X. POTENTIAL PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS

General discussion of all foreseeable Federal, State, County, and Local permitting
requirements associated with the project.

XI. REFERENCES

Reference all criteria, master plans, reports or other technical information utilities in the
report.

XII. APPENDICES

Report appendices shall include, but not be limited to, design calculations, copies
of all pertinent information from reference materials, and:

 Appendix A - Wastewater Flows

Calculate and tabulate wastewater flows in gpd, gpm, and cfs for the
development for ADF and PDF utilizing the flow rates and peaking factors in
Chapter 4 of these Criteria (See Section 3.6.V of these Criteria). Include
drainage fixture unit counts and service line or building sewer sizing
calculations, per the IPC as soon as available.

 Appendix B - Hydraulic Analysis and Modeling

Provide hydraulic modeling results for the proposed wastewater system
design as described in Section 3.6.VIII of these Criteria. Required hydraulic
design criteria are specified in Chapter 4 of these Criteria.

 Appendix C - Maps and Plans

A. Vicinity Map
B. Utility Map(s) provided by Castle Rock Water
C. Overall Utility Plan from the CDs
D. Wastewater Utility Plan(s), as described in Section 3.7.3

3.6.1 Disclaimer

Castle Rock Water is not responsible or liable for assumptions made by the developer
regarding utility information associated with the proposed development. Also see
“Indemnification Statement” in Section 3.7.2 of these Criteria.

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3.7 Construction Drawings

3.7.1 Wastewater System Improvements

Wastewater system Improvements within public rights-of-way, utility easements, or Town of

Castle Rock property are required to be designed, approved, and constructed in accordance with
the Town’s regulations, subdivision requirements of the Municipal Code, the Town’s Design
Criteria and Standard Details, sound engineering principles, and the conditions of any variances
obtained from the Town.

If a variance has been granted, the pertinent CD sheets and CD cover page must contain the
variance number, a description of the variance, any conditions associated with the approval, and
the approval date. CDs must be prepared for all system improvements and submitted to the
Town of Castle Rock Development Services Department for review and approval. The Town
must issue a Civil Construction Permit prior to the commencement of any construction activity.

All easements, tracts and parcels to be conveyed to the Town shall be clearly shown on the
CDs as they have, or will be recorded, prior to the issuance of the Civil Construction Permit by
the Town.

3.7.2 Indemnification Statement

Construction Drawings are reviewed by Castle Rock Water for concept only. The review does not
imply responsibility by Castle Rock Water or the Town of Castle Rock for accuracy and
correctness of calculations. Furthermore, the review does not imply that quantities of items on
the plans are the final quantities required. The review shall not be construed for any reason as
acceptance of financial responsibility by the Town for additional quantities of items shown that
may be required during the construction phase.

3.7.3 Construction Drawing Requirements

In general, CDs shall include plan and profile drawings that convey the horizontal and vertical
alignment of the improvements, and all other pertinent plans, sections and detailing necessary to
construct the proposed facilities. Requirements pertaining to the standard CD formatting, general
construction notes, approval blocks and certifications shall be as stipulated in the Construction
Documents Submittal Checklist found on the Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral).

The following documents are available on the Town’s website to assist in the preparation of CDs:
 Standard Wastewater Utility Construction Notes
 Standard Detail Drawings
 Approved Wastewater Utilities Materials List
 Record Drawing Checklist

Upon final Town approval of the CDs, all “Digital Submittal Requirements,” as posted on the
Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral), shall be transmitted to the Town prior to the
issuance of the Town Civil Construction Permit for the project. All CDs submitted to Castle
Rock Water for review, comment, and approval of wastewater system improvements shall be
prepared by, or under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of
Colorado. Said Professional Engineer shall be responsible for the information contained on the

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CDs, which shall bear the Professional Engineer’s seal prior to final approval for construction.

The developer, contractor, and professional engineer associated with the CDs shall be
responsible for the adequacy and satisfactory performance of the designs and the installation of
all items therein, and any failure or unsatisfactory performance of the system, so constructed,
shall not be a cause for action against the Town. Approval of the CDs by the Town signifies
only that the CDs meet the minimum stipulations of these design criteria and Town
requirements based upon the information provided to Castle Rock Water by the Professional
Engineer and/or developer, and makes no finding, representation, or warranty that the system
and associated components will perform satisfactorily.

3.7.3.1 Utility Construction Drawings for Wastewater System Improvements

In addition to the general formatting and information to be included on all sheets of a

construction drawing set required by the Land Development Procedures (e.g., north
arrow, scale, project boundaries, lot lines, rights-of-way, tracts, approval blocks, etc.),
the following information shall be included on the final Wastewater Utility Plans. The
final Wastewater Utility Plans shall be included in the CDs and the appendices of the
Final Utility Report. A Utility Map showing existing utilities on and adjacent to the site
may be requested from Castle Rock Water.

1. Legend: Each sheet shall show the symbols pertaining to the sheet.
2. Vertical Datum: All elevations used for the planning, design and construction of
facilities shall be on the NAVD88 Datum. No conversion equation is allowed.
3. Horizontal Benchmark and Coordinates: The horizontal benchmark shall be
specified. In order to facilitate Castle Rock Water’s GIS mapping efforts, all CDs
shall be placed in the State Plane NAD83, Colorado Central Zone FIPS 0502
Coordinate System and include the coordinates of a known property corner on or
adjacent to the site.
4. The latest Wastewater Utility Construction Notes found on the Town’s website
(CRgov.com/codecentral) shall be included on the CDs.
5. Overall Wastewater System: In plan view, provide all information and dimensions
for horizontal layout of proposed sanitary sewer and force mains including but not
limited to manholes, wye connections, sanitary sewer service lines, clean- outs, lift
stations, and any other appurtenances that are part of the wastewater collection
system.
6. Plan views shall show the locations and sizes of all existing and proposed utility
lines and appurtenances (water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, gas, electric,
telephone, cable, fiber optic, etc.) on and adjacent to the site.
Plan views shall show the location of all existing water wells and On-Site
Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) on and adjacent to the site.
7. Plan views shall show existing sanitary sewer and force mains with sizes;
manholes; sanitary sewer service taps and lines; clean-outs; lift stations; and any
other appurtenances that are part of the wastewater collection system on and
adjacent to the site.
8. Plan views shall show existing and proposed curb, gutter, and sidewalks; and all
existing and proposed obstructions, such as vaults, catch basins, traffic islands,
street lights, walls or other permanent structures on and adjacent to the site.
9. Plan views and profiles shall show the tie-ins to the existing wastewater

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 collection system, including sizes of existing mains. In addition, the nearest
manholes on existing mains shall be shown or, at a minimum, the distance to
these manholes shall be included on the CDs.
10. Plan views and profiles shall show all needed off-site improvements, extensions of
service or upgrades to the Town’s wastewater collection system.
11. Plan views shall show and label as to type and width, all existing and proposed
easements that are on and adjacent to the site. Recordation information shall be
included for all existing easements.
12. Profile views are required for all sanitary sewer and force mains and may be shown
on street profiles. Profiles and utility crossing information shall be included for all
sanitary sewer and force mains outside of streets where street profiles do not exist.
The following information shall be included:
a. All high points (HP) and low points (LP) along the sanitary sewer and force
mains shall be identified;
b. Where required by these Criteria, combination air release and air/vacuum
valves and drain valves shall be shown on force mains, with the TOP
elevations provided; and
c. All utility crossings shall be identified and shall include the information in
Section 3.7.3.1.13 below.
13. Profile views or plan views: Adequate pipe elevation information is required for all
utility crossings of water, sanitary sewer, force main, stormwater, gas, electric lines,
etc. The following information shall be included:
a. Types and sizes of the utility lines at the crossing and the stationing of the
crossing; and
b. If any pipes at crossing are encased, the coordinates at each end of the
encasement, and the type and thickness of the encasements shall be
specified. In addition, all utility crossing shall include either:
 A reference to the sheet where the crossing information is shown; or
 TOP and BOP elevations and vertical clearance at the crossing with a
callout of “(Min. = 1.5’)” wherever the clearance is two feet or less.
14. Wastewater System Details: All pertinent details related to wastewater system
improvements, such as manholes, outside drop manholes, sanitary sewer service
line connections, sanitary sewer clean-outs, proposed utility crossings, including
concrete blankets, trenching, etc., shall be shown on detail sheets on the CDs.
Where applicable, Castle Rock Water Standard Details may be found on the
Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral) for this purpose.
15. Plan views shall show subbasin boundaries and Design Points (DPs) for the
proposed wastewater system as appropriate.
16. The Utility Plans shall contain the following note: “Contractor shall provide a
minimum Forty-Eight (48) hour notice to, and obtain approval from the on-site
Town of Castle Rock Public Works Inspector, (720) 733-2200, prior to making
any connections/tie-ins to existing Water, Sanitary Sewer, and/or Storm Sewer
systems.”

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3.8 Record Drawings

All wastewater system improvements constructed within public rights-of-way, dedicated

easements and Town of Castle Rock Property must be formally accepted by Castle Rock Water.
The Town’s acceptance process will confirm that the improvements have been constructed in
accordance with the Town’s current Criteria and Regulations.

Record drawings and “Statements of Substantial Completion” as required by the engineer and
surveyor, shall be submitted in accordance with the Town’s Regulations and “Digital Submittal
Requirements upon Approval of Construction Drawings” prior to placing the facilities into
service. Record drawings shall contain all required information as set forth in the latest version
of the Record Drawing Checklist available on the Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral).

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 Chapter 4 – Wastewater Collection System Design Criteria

4.1 Reference Design Documents

Primary standards and reference publications pertinent to the design of wastewater facilities
within the Town of Castle Rock are listed below. Unless otherwise specified, the latest
editions shall apply.

 American Public Works Association (APWA)

 Insurance Service Offices (ISO)
 Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association (DIPRA)
 National Electrical Code (NEC)
 National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
 All applicable International Codes recognized by the Town including, but not limited to,
the International Building Code (IBC), the International Plumbing Code (IPC), the
International Fire Code (IFC), the International Residential Code (IRC), and the
International Mechanical Code (IMC)
 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
 American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Design Criteria for
Wastewater Treatment Facilities
 Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) Wastewater Utility Plan Guidance
 Town of Castle Rock Municipal Code
 Town of Castle Rock Wastewater Master Plan
 Plum Creek Water Reclamation Authority (PCWRA) Code of Rules and Regulations

4.2 Prohibited Installations

The following installations are prohibited unless otherwise approved through Castle Rock
Water by variance in accordance with Section 1.9 of these Criteria. Certain items listed below
reference Sections contained in these Criteria that provide the minimum design requirements
to be addressed, should a variance be pursued.

 On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS)

 Gray-water systems
 Private Ejector Pumps and Lift Stations (variance request must address pertinent
Chapter 5 requirements contained herein)
 Inverted Wastewater Siphons (variance request must address Section 4.4.9
requirements contained herein)
 Manholes and sewer lines over twenty feet deep (variance request must address
Section 4.4.8 requirements contained herein)
 Elevated Wastewater Pipelines

4.3 Unlawful Connections

It shall be unlawful to discharge roof drainage, foundation drainage, sump pumps, surface
drainage, stormwater, solid wastes, or any other illicit discharges to the wastewater collection
system, as stipulated in the Municipal Code, the Plum Creek Water Reclamation Authority
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 Code of Rules and Regulations, and all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Criteria
governing the acceptable design of underdrains are contained within the Town’s Storm
Drainage Design and Technical Criteria Manual, and shall under no circumstances be
connected to the Town’s wastewater collection system.

4.4 Minimum Wastewater System Design Criteria

This section presents the minimum technical criteria for the analysis and design of
wastewater systems within the boundaries of the Town of Castle Rock, including collection
mains, sanitary sewer service lines, and the applicable appurtenances associated with these
installations. Refer to the Sanitary Sewer Construction Notes and Construction Methodology
and Materials Manual on the Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral) for acceptable
materials. Any special criteria beyond those contained herein, and as determined necessary
by the Town, shall be discussed at the pre-application consultation.

It is the intent of this section to provide sufficiently detailed information to enable the engineer
to design the majority of wastewater system components associated with a typical project.
The wastewater system shall be designed by a Registered Professional Engineer licensed in
the State of Colorado and shall conform to the most current technical standards available. It
is assumed that any number of engineers may be involved in the design, depending on the
technical expertise necessary to design and certify the various components of the project. It
is further assumed that sound engineering will be applied throughout the design process to
produce standard of the industry designs that incorporate specific Town input conveyed to the
engineer during the review process. As established in Chapter 3 of these Criteria, specific
information will ultimately be required on the record drawings in accordance with the Record
Drawing Checklist. In order to expedite the eventual preparation of the record drawings, a
thorough review of these requirements during the design phase of the project, and prior to the
preparation of the CDs, is strongly recommended.

If there is a question or a concern regarding the design of any portion of the wastewater
system that is not adequately addressed in this chapter, the developer shall contact Castle
Rock Water to resolve all issues prior to proceeding with the design of any such component.
Any variance from these Criteria must be approved in accordance with Section
1.9 of these Criteria. The submittal review process and the specific wastewater system
requirements associated with the Town’s Concept, Preliminary, and Final Development
Packages are documented in Chapter 3 of these Criteria.

4.4.1 Design Flows

The tabulation below provides the Average Daily Flow (ADF) rates that shall be applied
to compute the wastewater flows associated with the various types of land use within
the development. Flows shall be computed for initial and full build-out phases of the
development, and shall be assigned to the appropriate design points within the model to
accurately reflect the geographical distribution of land use throughout the site.

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 4.4.1.1 Wastewater System Average Daily Flow (ADF)

Land Use Typical ADF/Unit Typical SFEs/Unit

Single Family Residential
200 gpd/dwelling unit 1.00/dwelling unit
and Duplexes
Multi-Family Residential
130 gpd/dwelling unit 0.65/dwelling unit
(Townhomes and Condos)
Retail/Offices 0.1 gpd/SF 0.0005/SF

Hotels/Motels 75 gpd/room 0.375/room

Restaurants 1.5 gpd/SF 0.0075/SF

Car Washes 5,000 gpd/acre 25.0/acre

Industrial/Other Commercial 600 gpd/acre 3.0/acre

Institutional 400 gpd/acre 2.0/acre

Churches 300 gpd/church 1.5/church

Gym/Fitness Center 0.5 gpd/SF 0.00125 SFE/SF

Irrigated Land 0 gpd/acre 0.0/acre

Rates for Typical Douglas County

School Sizes:

Elementary (10 ac, 675

3,375 gpd/school 16.88/school
Students)

Middle (25 ac, 850 students) 8,500 gpd/school 42.50/school

High (50 ac, 1700 students) 17,000 gpd/school 85.00/school

Rates for Alternate School

Sizes:

Elementary 5 gpd/student 0.025/student

Middle 10 gpd/student 0.050/student

High 10 gpd/student 0.050/student

The demands noted in the table above represent the “winter time” or “dry weather”
Average Daily Flow (ADF) with no allowance for infiltration and inflow (I/I). I/I shall be
accounted for in accordance with the Peak Design Flow computation discussed in the
sections to follow.

Regarding design flows for schools, planned school sizes shall be confirmed with the
Douglas County School District and documented in the Utility Report. The tabulated rates
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 shown above shall be applied as appropriate, depending on the information provided by
the School District. Reasonable engineering judgment shall be used in determining the
estimated ADF for commercial, industrial and institutional sites. Individual evaluation and
justification shall be provided when the proposed use is not specifically represented in the
table above, or when the proposed flows will be inconsistent with the tabulated values.
Justification of all non-residential flows shall be addressed in the Utility Report.

4.4.1.2 Peaking Factor

The portion of the Peak Design Flow calculation exclusive of I/I shall be determined by
multiplying the ADF in the preceding section by a peaking factor (PF). The PF is a
function of ADF, and shall be computed as follows: PF = 3.65 x [(ADF)-0.168].

The maximum PF shall be 5.0, and ADF shall be expressed in units of million gallons per
day (MGD).

4.4.1.3 Peak Design Flow Rate

The Peak Design Flow (PDF) shall be computed at all pertinent design points
throughout the system, and used to size the corresponding wastewater facilities.
The PDF shall be determined by multiplying the ADF by the calculated peaking factor
(PF), plus an I/I allowance equal to ten percent of the ADF as expressed by the
following formula:

PDF = peak base flow + I/I allowance = (ADF*PF) + (0.1*ADF)

Once computed, the PDF shall be used to determine the sizes of the facilities in
accordance with the criteria established below.

4.4.2 Hydraulic Design

Wastewater systems shall be designed to provide a minimum velocity of two feet per
second at the Peak Design Flow. In situations where the minimum velocity of 2.0 feet
per second cannot be met, an explanation and justification shall be included in the Final
Utility Report. The maximum velocity shall not exceed ten feet per second.
Drop manholes shall be provided to break steep slopes to limit the velocities in
conformance with this criterion. Where drop manholes are impractical for velocity
reduction, the sewer must be approved by variance and shall be of PVC or other
abrasion resistant material approved by Castle Rock Water.

Where actual flow will be much below normal for several years, the minimum velocity
shall be achieved by suitable grades at the partial design flow rate. Care shall be taken
to design invert elevations at manholes in such a manner that the energy gradient is
consistently falling in the direction of the flow. Sanitary sewers shall be sized to convey
the Peak Design Flow while flowing no more than 75 percent of the maximum pipe flow
capacity. Computation of velocity of flow shall be based on a coefficient of roughness
"n" in the Manning formula of 0.011 for PVC. At all junctions where a smaller diameter
main discharges into a larger one, the invert of the larger sanitary sewer shall be
lowered so that the energy gradients of the sewers at the junction are at the same level.
Generally, this condition will be met by placing the 0.80 depth point of both sewers at
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 the same elevation. No surcharging of sanitary sewer lines is allowed.

4.4.3 Pipe Sizes and Grades

Sanitary sewer mains shall be a minimum of eight inches in diameter. Service lines shall
be a minimum of four inches in diameter. The sanitary sewer shall be designed to carry
the PDF within the ranges of grades shown below, unless otherwise approved by
variance in accordance with Section 1.9. All changes in pipe size shall occur at a
manhole.

Sewer Diameter Minimum Grade Maximum Grade

4-inch service line 2.0% --

6-inch service line 2.0% --

8 inch 0.40% 7.5%

10 inch 0.28% 5.5%

12 inch 0.22% 4.5%

15 inch 0.15% 3.5%

18 inch 0.11% 2.5%

21 inch 0.09% 2.0%

24 inch 0.08% 1.8%

27 inch 0.07% 1.5%

30 inch or larger 0.06% 1.3%

4.4.4 General Wastewater System Layout Criteria

4.4.4.1 Location

All sanitary sewer mains and appurtenances shall be installed in dedicated

right-of-way or dedicated utility easements. Under no circumstances shall sanitary
sewer mains or manholes be installed parallel to, and directly below, any concrete
such as sidewalks, trails, curbs, or gutters. Mains designed within the street
right-of-way shall be located in accordance with the Standard Details available on the
Town’s website (CRgov.com/codecentral), unless otherwise approved in writing by
Castle Rock Water. In general, sanitary sewer mains shall be located in public streets
near the center of the south or west lane wherever possible. Sanitary sewer mains and
manholes shall not be located in vehicle wheel paths. Under no circumstances shall a
main be closer than five feet from a gutter pan.

Sanitary sewer lines and manholes shall not be located within detention pond areas. In
areas of fill, sewer lines and manholes shall be subject to the requirements established
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in Section 4.4.10 of these Criteria. Where it is necessary to locate a sanitary sewer
main along back lot lines, the alignment shall be specifically approved by Castle
Rock Water, and manholes with locking-type covers in accordance with Section
4.4.7.1.3.b of these Criteria shall be located to provide reasonable access for
maintenance crews.

4.4.4.2 Horizontal Layout

Sanitary sewer mains shall be laid with a minimum separation of ten feet horizontally,
edge-to-edge, from all water lines. Mains shall have a minimum separation of ten feet
horizontally, centerline-to-centerline, from all other existing or proposed utilities wherever
possible. The Town of Castle Rock Water Department must specifically approve any
variance from these requirements in the event that it has been determined that it is
impossible to maintain the specified horizontal separation distances.

Sanitary sewer mains adjacent to developments shall be designed to extend along the
entire frontage of the property to be served from property line to property line, and with
termination in a manhole in order that service will thereupon be available to adjacent
developers or builders to subsequently extend from in the future. Within developments,
sanitary sewer mains shall be extended at least ten feet uphill from the lowest lot
corner of the uppermost lot, and shall terminate in a manhole.

No permanent structures, (e.g., retaining walls, trees, light pedestals, sign foundations,
power poles, mailboxes, sheds, buildings, private utilities, etc.), shall be within ten feet
of a sanitary sewer main.

Horizontal separation from sanitary sewer mains to dry utilities and any dry utility
infrastructure shall be ten feet, edge-to-edge.

4.4.4.3 Vertical Layout

Sanitary sewer mains shall have a minimum cover of five feet to finished ground
surface, and a maximum cover of twenty feet, unless otherwise approved by variance
in accordance with Section 1.9 of these Criteria.

Sanitary sewer mains shall be deep enough to collect wastewater from all basements by
gravity flow. When less than nine feet of elevation difference exists between the finished
lot grade at the building line and the top of the sanitary sewer main, such conditions
shall be clearly addressed in the required Utility Reports, with notes provided on the
record drawings indicating which lots are served by a "shallow sanitary sewer."
Appropriate elevation information shall be provided on the record drawings for all such
mains. All sanitary sewer mains shall have a minimum of 18 inches vertical clearance
(edge- to-edge) between any water or storm sewer crossings. Where this clearance
cannot be maintained, provisions shall be made as set forth in the “Utility Crossings”
section of these Criteria.

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4.4.5 Utility Crossings

Construction plans shall show details of the crossings of sanitary sewer mains,
including force mains, and all other utility lines (water, irrigation, storm sewer, electric,
gas, fiber optic, etc.). Utility lines shall be protected from one another at crossings, as
detailed in the sections that follow, in order to protect the potable water supply to the
greatest extent possible. In general, sanitary sewers and force mains that cross water
mains or storm sewers shall be laid to provide a minimum vertical clearance of 18
inches between the outside of the water main and the outside of the sanitary sewer,
force main or storm sewer. In all cases, proper soil compaction, suitable backfill or
other structural support shall be provided to preclude settling and failure of either pipe
at the crossing. Special structural support for the crossing pipes may be required at
the discretion of Castle Rock Water. Unless otherwise approved by variance, the
Criteria set forth below shall apply to both the crossing of new mains, and the crossing
of a new main and an existing main.

4.4.5.1 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing under a Water Main

When sanitary sewer mains or force mains cross under a water main, regardless of
vertical clearance, one full standard length section of water pipe shall be located such
that both joints will be as far from the sanitary sewer main or force main as possible.
When a water main crosses over a sanitary sewer main or force main with less than two
feet between the outside of the water main and the outside of the sanitary sewer or
force main, the sanitary sewer or force main shall be encased with a minimum of six
inches of concrete from springline to six inches above the top of the sanitary sewer or
force main. The encasement shall extend along the centerline of the sanitary sewer
main or force main for a minimum of one foot beyond the outside of the water main at
each end. When less than 18 inches of vertical clearance exists between the top of the
sanitary sewer main or force main and the bottom of the water main, the water main
shall be lowered or deflected under the sanitary sewer or force main wherever possible
to achieve a minimum vertical clearance of 18 inches, and the requirements of Section
4.4.5.2 shall apply. These situations will be reviewed by Castle Rock Water on a case-
by-case basis.

4.4.5.2 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing Over a Water Main

When sanitary sewer mains or force mains cross over a water main, regardless of
vertical clearance, one full standard length section of water pipe shall be located such
that both joints will be as far from the sanitary sewer main or force main as possible. In
all cases, a minimum of 18 inches of vertical clearance shall be provided at the
crossing, which may require that the water main be lowered in conformance with the
Town’s Standard Details.

4.4.5.3 Sanitary Sewer Main Crossing of a Storm Sewer

When sanitary sewer mains or force mains cross a storm sewer, regardless of vertical
clearance and which pipe crosses over the other, each joint of the storm sewer within the
trench width of the crossing shall be encased in a concrete collar at least six inches thick
and extending at least six inches each side of each joint. When sanitary sewer mains or
force mains cross under a storm sewer pipe greater than 48 inches in diameter, or a
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 culvert 4’ x 4’ or larger, the sanitary sewer main must be installed within a casing pipe
that conforms with section 4.4.6 of this criteria, and extends at least five feet beyond the
outside edge of the culvert, or as determined by plan review.

4.4.5.4 Limits on Minimum Vertical Clearance

Under no circumstances shall the minimum vertical clearance between any two crossing
utilities be less than 18 inches, unless approved by variance in accordance with Section
1.9 of these Criteria.

4.4.6 Bored Crossings

When a sanitary sewer main passes under a State roadway, an arterial or collector roadway as
defined by the Town, railroad, navigable waterway, drainageway or irrigation ditch, the main
shall be located within a steel casing pipe, and boring under the obstacle is required unless
otherwise allowed to be open cut by the jurisdictional entity being crossed. The carrier pipe
shall be sleeved, sealed, and fully restrained within the casing pipe in accordance with the
Town’s Standard Details, and shall have a minimum of five feet of cover to the top of the
casing. The casing pipe shall extend the entire width of the right-of-way or easement of the
crossing structure, the entire width of the 100-year floodplain, or as directed by Castle Rock
Water or other jurisdictional entity. Manholes shall be located near each right-of-way or
easement line, just beyond the ends of the casing pipe.

In the event that the roadway, railroad, navigable waterway, drainageway, irrigation ditch or
other such crossing is widened, the casing pipe shall be extended to the newly defined full
width of the right-of-way, easement or crossing structure, the entire width of the 100 year
floodplain, or otherwise the sanitary sewer main and casing pipe shall be realigned and
rebored to span the full width of the newly widened crossing. Manholes shall be relocated as
necessary to just beyond the ends of the newly extended casing pipe, near each right-of-way
or easement line.

Crossings under navigable waterways, drainageways and irrigation ditches shall include all
required stream stabilization associated with the crossing as analyzed and designed by the
engineer, at the direction of Castle Rock Water. Additionally, drainageway crossings shall be
subject to a combination of Town approval and any 404 permitting requirements stipulated by
the Army Corps of Engineers. Depending on the nature of the waterway or drainageway, a
scour analysis may be required, and may result in the need for an engineered concrete
encasement around the casing pipe that would allow the installation to withstand the hydraulic
forces that may occur during major flooding events.

Casing pipe shall be smooth-walled, non-coated pipe of welded steel construction conforming to
ANSI/AWWA C200, and shall be seamless or straight seam steel pipe with minimum yield
strength of 35,000 psi. The casing pipe shall be constructed of new material and have a
minimum wall thickness as follows, unless specified otherwise, or if a more stringent
requirement applies (for example, under a railroad).

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 Carrier Pipe Nominal Min. Casing Pipe O.D. Min. Wall Thickness
Diameter

4” 12” 0.188”
6” 16” 0.250”
8” 18” 0.282”
16” 28” 0.406”
20” 32” 0.469”

Casing pipe shall be cathodically protected by burying a pair of sacrificial anodes ten feet from
each end of the casing. Anode wires shall pass from the casing pipe to terminal boards inside
surface-mounted cast iron lids at each casing end, and then on to the anodes themselves. All
anodes shall be buried vertically or horizontally with the top of the anodes set at a depth equal
to the casing springline. Anodes shall be buried vertically or horizontally with the top of the
anodes set at a depth equal to the casing springline. Anode pairs shall be offset
perpendicularly five feet away from the casing pipe, and shall be placed in native soils, not
imported backfills. The cathodic protection system shall be designed by competent technical
personnel experienced with these types of systems, and shall be submitted to the Town for
review and approval. Long-term maintenance of the system, including anode assessment and
replacement, shall be addressed in the submittal.

4.4.7 Manholes

4.4.7.1 Layout

1. Location: Manholes for access to sewers shall be provided at the following

locations:

a. All junctions of sanitary sewers

b. All points of change in alignment, grade or pipe size
c. All points of industrial and commercial discharge as required by the Plum
Creek Wastewater Authority Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Program to
facilitate observation and sampling
d. The upstream terminus of the main
e. Cleanouts shall not be allowed to replace manholes on sanitary sewer lines
eight- inch and larger.

2. Alignment and Spacing: Sanitary sewer manholes shall be aligned and spaced as
follows:

a. Sanitary sewer mains shall be installed in a straight alignment, both in line and
grade, and not curved between manholes.
b. Maximum spacing between manholes shall be 400 feet for lines 15 inches or
smaller and 500 feet for lines 18 inches and larger.
c. Maximum change in alignment shall not exceed 90 degrees.
d. Manhole lids shall not be aligned with vehicle wheel paths, or within two feet
either direction of the street crown.
e. No drop-in style riser or paver rings are allowed. Grade rings beneath the ring
and cover are allowable for final grade adjustment with a maximum of 18 inches.
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3. Access: Provisions for manhole access shall be as follows:

a. Manholes shall not be located in areas that are subject to flooding from surface
runoff. If the possibility of surface runoff flooding cannot be avoided, a watertight
lid as approved by Castle Rock Water shall be installed to prevent inflow.
Ventilation of gravity sewers shall be provided where water-tight appurtenances
along continuous sections greater than 1,000 feet in length are incurred.
b. Manholes shall be located in areas that allow direct access by maintenance
vehicles when it is not feasible to locate the manhole in a public street.
c. Manholes shall not be located in open space access roads, wherever possible. If
it is impossible to locate a manhole outside an access road, then the cover shall
be at the grade of the access road and a 10’ x 10’ concrete collar shall be
installed around the manhole. All manholes located outside dedicated paved
right-of-way shall be designed and constructed with a locking-type cover and the
manhole ring shall be bolted to the manhole cone and the manhole lid shall be
raised in accordance with the Town’s Standard Detail. Marker posts in
accordance with the Town’s Standard Details shall be in- stalled to mark the
location of manholes outside of pavement.
d. All manhole lids shall be depressed ¼” to ½” below any adjacent finished
street surface.

4.4.7.2 Manhole Sizing

Manholes for sanitary sewers up to 18 inches in diameter shall have an inside diameter
not less than four feet. Manholes for sanitary sewers 18 inches to 36 inches shall have
an inside diameter of not less than five feet. Manholes for sanitary sewers 36 inches to
54 inches shall have an inside diameter of six feet. Manholes for sanitary sewers over
54 inches shall be of special design. If the angle of deflection does not permit use of a
six foot inside diameter manhole, then a special manhole detail must be submitted for
review and approval by Castle Rock Water. There shall be a bench located below the
bottom manhole ladder rung.

4.4.7.3 Drops through Manholes

1. Standard Manhole Slopes: Manholes that do not meet the criteria for drop man-
holes shall be designed in accordance with the following provisions:

a. Invert channels in terminal manholes shall be built at a slope of not less than
one inch per one foot.
b. Where the drop to the manhole invert is less than 24 inches, the invert shall
be filleted to prevent solids deposition.
c. The minimum drop through a manhole for a sanitary sewer shall be 0.30 feet.

2. Drop Manholes: Manholes that contain a drop of 24 inches or greater shall be

designated as outside drop manholes, and shall conform to the following
requirements:

a. Drop manholes shall be used to limit velocities in accordance with the

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 requirements set forth in these Criteria, and to avoid site obstructions such as
existing pipes, utilities or geologic features, but not to reduce the depth of
excavation for other planned pipes.
b. Drop manholes shall be provided for a sanitary sewer entering a manhole at an
elevation 24 inches or more above the manhole invert and shall be made by
means of an outside connection in accordance with the Town’s Standard
Details.
4.4.7.4 Main Connections to Existing Manholes

When designing new sanitary sewers to tie into existing manholes, the invert out
elevation at the inside manhole wall shall be stated on the plans, so that the invert of the
new tie-in is not established lower than the existing invert. When the existing sanitary
sewer line is larger than the new connection, the crown of the new pipe shall be no
lower than the highest crown of the existing line within the manhole.

4.4.7.5 Metering Vault

Metering stations that monitor wastewater flow rates may be required at major
junctions in the collection system, as determined by Castle Rock Water.

The vault shall be constructed for the installation of a measuring flume of the size and type
required by Castle Rock Water. The flume shall be accompanied by a
non-contacting ultrasonic flow meter, and the associated electrical, control and
telemetry components necessary to measure, record, and transmit the signal to Castle
Rock Water. It is the developer’s responsibility to contact Castle Rock Water regarding
the necessity of a metering manhole for a particular development, and to coordinate the
design and provision of equipment associated with the installation.

4.4.8 Sanitary Sewers and Manholes Greater than Twenty Feet

Where sanitary sewer mains or manholes cannot be designed at depths less than
twenty feet, a variance shall be obtained in accordance with Section 1.9. The submitted
request shall fully justify the need for deep sanitary sewers and manholes, and describe
the alternatives considered. The length and depth of sanitary sewers greater than
twenty feet deep, and the number of manholes greater than twenty feet deep, shall be
minimized to the maximum extent possible through the alternatives evaluation process.
The requirements described below shall be included in the variance request.

1. Sanitary sewers greater than twenty feet deep: The following requirements for
sanitary sewers greater than twenty feet deep from invert to finished grade
surface shall be met:

a. Pipe material shall be SDR 26 PVC and shall conform to ASTM D-3034. If any
portion of a sanitary sewer between any two manholes is more than twenty feet
deep from invert to finished grade, the entire segment of sanitary sewer between
the manholes shall be SDR 26 PVC pipe.
b. Class B bedding material and installation shall be in accordance with the
Town’s standards.

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2. Manholes greater than twenty feet deep: The following requirements for manholes
greater than twenty feet deep from invert to rim elevation shall be met:

a. Manholes shall be six-foot diameter with an eight-foot diameter base and a

30” frame and cover.
b. “Riser-Wrap” TM as manufactured by Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc. (PSI) or
approved equal shall be applied to each manhole section before it is set in
place, to reduce skin friction and mitigate differential stresses on the manhole.

3. Utility easement widths: Required Utility Easements shall have a width of at least
two times the depth to the pipe invert in accordance with Section 4.5 of these
Criteria. Final Plats and CDs shall show the correct Utility Easement widths for
deep sanitary sewers and manholes.

If the variance is approved, notes including requirements #1 and #2 above shall be

added to each CD sheet where the variance applies. Pertinent CD sheets shall contain
the variance number, description of the variance, any conditions of approval, and the
approval date.

4.4.9 Inverted Wastewater Siphons

The design of inverted wastewater siphons, or sag pipes, shall be avoided to the
greatest extent possible. However, should an inverted siphon be the only feasible
alternative, a variance request with detailed justification shall be submitted to the
Director of Castle Rock Water pursuant to Section 1.9.

When inverted siphon construction is deemed necessary and approved by the Director of
Castle Rock Water, the facility shall have at least two separate barrels with a minimum
pipe size of eight inches, and shall include appurtenances for convenient flushing and
maintenance. Inlet and outlet structures shall have adequate clearance for access and
maintenance operations, and sufficient head shall be provided and pipes sized to ensure
velocities of at least 3.0 feet per second under average flow for both initial and future
build-out conditions. The inlet and outlet shall be arranged so that normal flows can be
diverted to one barrel, and that either barrel may be removed from service for cleaning or
repair. A grinder facility (“Muffin Monster” by JWC Environmental, or approved equal)
shall be approved by Castle Rock Water and be incorporated into the design upstream of
the siphon.

4.4.10 Fill Areas

Where sanitary sewer lines will be constructed in fill areas, all fill materials shall be
placed and compacted in accordance with Town requirements to final grade prior to the
installation of the sanitary sewer line and appurtenances. All fill material shall meet the
Town’s standards and be approved by Castle Rock Water.

4.4.11 Trail Access

Where sanitary sewer mains and manholes cannot be located in public right-of-way, the
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facilities shall be located in utility easements that allow direct access by maintenance
vehicles. Trails that are proposed to be used to access sanitary sewer mains and
manholes must meet the following requirements, and shall be submitted for review and
approval by Castle Rock Water and the Parks and Recreation Department:

1. In accordance with Section 4.5, the longitudinal slope must not exceed ten percent
and the cross slope must not exceed four percent, unless approved by variance.
2. The Parks and Recreation Department must approve this use.
3. The width of the drivable surface shall be a minimum of ten feet for a straight
portion of trail and at least twelve feet wide for curved portions, depending on
the curve radii. A shoulder may be required.
4. The trail shall be designed to support a minimum vehicle weight of 60,000
pounds.
5. Manholes shall not be located directly within trail surfaces.
6. The trail must be in a utility, public access and trail easement a minimum of 25 feet
wide in accordance with Town Regulations.
7. Where trails are in or adjacent to utility easements for sanitary sewers, odor
mitigation measures, including air-tight manhole covers, may be required as
determined by Castle Rock Water.

Information regarding the width, type and depth of material specified for trails to be used
to access sanitary sewer system facilities shall be submitted for review by Castle Rock
Water, and shall include acknowledgement from the Parks and Recreation Department
that utility access is approved for the particular trail.

4.4.12 Future Connections

Manholes shall have pipes stubbed out that are sized to accommodate flows from the
upstream basin whenever a future extension of the sanitary sewer main is anticipated.
The main line stub-out shall extend between four and ten feet from the terminal
manhole and shall be capped and sealed. Unless otherwise approved by Castle Rock
Water, the stubbed-out end shall coincide with the right-of-way or utility easement
boundary at the upstream end of the development. Other reasonable stub-outs may be
required by the Town based on knowledge of adjacent developments, pursuant to the
Municipal Code.

4.4.13 Sanitary Sewer Service Lines

All single family residential dwellings, each individual building in multi-family

complexes, each unit of duplexes and townhomes, and each commercial business and
industrial customer shall be served by a separate, independent sanitary sewer service
line. When townhomes and duplexes are on a single lot with a single owner, each
building may be served by a single service line and meter.

4.4.13.1 Ownership

After a building is connected through a service line to the sanitary sewer, the
service shall become a part of the building, and the owner of the premises shall
be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the entire building sewer
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 between the building and the main, excluding the wye at the connection.

Although the service line up to the wye is the responsibility of the owner, the
service lines and associated connections to the main shall be inspected and
tested by the Town prior to backfill. The inspection of service line stub-outs will
take place at the same time inspections are conducted for the installation of the
sanitary sewer main. Inspection of the entire service line will be made when the
service line is extended to the building.

4.4.13.2 Layout

The developer shall install a service line stub-out from the sanitary sewer main
to each individual lot. Where sidewalks are proposed to be constructed, the
stub-out shall be constructed to fifteen feet beyond the back of the sidewalk.
Where sidewalks will not be constructed, the stub-out shall be constructed a
minimum of one foot beyond the property line. The stub-outs shall be plugged
and the end marked with a green painted T-post installed in the ground directly
above the location of the plugged end. Where curbs exist, the location of each
service line shall be marked on the curb with an “S” symbol impression in the
concrete.

All service line sizes and locations shall be shown on the sanitary sewer
Construction Drawings to be approved by Castle Rock Water. The services
shall be constructed as shown on the CDs unless otherwise approved in writing
by Castle Rock Water. The stationing, length and direction of the service line,
and the pipe size and percent grade shall be shown in plan view on the CDs.

The depth below finished ground elevation of the service shall be shown on the
profile. Additional service line layout details are as follows, which shall be in
accordance with the Town’s Standard Details:

1. For new construction, all service lines shall connect to sanitary sewer mains
using an in-line manufactured wye in accordance with the Town’s Standard
Details. No tee connections are allowed.
2. When connecting to existing mains, service lines shall connect to the main
with a sewer saddle approved by Castle Rock Water.
3. All sanitary sewer service connections shall be made at the exact
location required for proper alignment with the service line.
4. Service lines shall be connected to the main a minimum distance of five
feet clear from manhole walls.
5. Service lines shall be laid with ten feet of clear horizontal separation,
measured edge-to-edge, from any water main or service line.
6. A minimum of 18 inches of vertical clearance shall be provided at all
sanitary service line crossings with potable water mains and services and
storm sewers.
7. Services shall be laid at the grades provided in the CDs and shall have a
minimum of five feet of cover.
8. Service lines shall be constructed on the shortest and straightest route possible.
9. The service line shall be a minimum of five feet from the side property line
and shall not be constructed through or in front of any adjoining property.
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 10. When possible, the service line shall be located ten feet toward the low side of the lot
from the centerline of the property and be a minimum of ten feet from the water service
line.
11. No direct connections of service lines to manholes will be allowed.
12. Service lines shall be bored under any existing sidewalks or curbs in lieu of
trenching and concrete replacement.
13. Abandonment of sanitary sewer service lines shall be in accordance with the
Town’s Standard Details.
14. Any service connection to sewer mains 15 inch diameter or larger, or
otherwise considered an interceptor, is prohibited, unless written approval is
received from Castel Rock Water.

4.4.13.3 Cleanouts

Cleanouts shall be required on sanitary sewer service lines in accordance with the
Town’s Standard Details and in accordance with the IPC. Cleanouts shall be located at a
maximum interval of 100 feet, at any horizontal deflection greater than 45 degrees, or
change in grade, and five feet from the building in accordance with the IPC.
Construction shall be such that no surface load will be transferred to the wye, 1/8 bend,
riser pipe or service line. The cleanout diameter shall match the nominal diameter of the
service line, and the surrounding grading shall insure that surface water does not
accumulate around the cleanout. Cleanouts located in paved areas shall have traffic-
rated covers. Castle Rock Water reserves the right to require the Owner to repair or
relocate clean-outs to limit excessive infiltration and inflow.

4.5 Easements

Where mains cannot be installed in right-of-way, they shall be located within utility easements
approved by the Town and shall be centered in the easement. All utility easements shall
have a minimum width of at least two times the depth to the pipe invert. The minimum
easement width shall be twenty feet for one utility, thirty feet for two utilities, and forty feet in
width for three utilities. Site-specific circumstances may dictate the need for wider easements.
Utility easements and dedicated utility tracts shall be defined by bearings and distances
around the perimeter of the easement. Centerline legal descriptions are not acceptable.

All utility easements shall be for the exclusive use of the Town. No permanent structures,
(e.g., retaining walls, trees, light pedestals, sign foundations, power poles, mailboxes, sheds,
buildings, etc.), shall be placed in the easement. Any temporary structures placed in the
easement, including paving and fencing, shall be removed and replaced by the Owner upon
the request of Castle Rock Water so that maintenance may be performed. The Owner of the
land shall agree to hold the Town harmless for any loss of property or landscaping removed
from the easement or damaged due to maintenance activities, and all associated costs.

All utility easements shall meet the following minimum criteria to provide vehicular access for
Castle Rock Water:

1. Maximum cross slope of four percent and a maximum longitudinal slope of ten percent.
2. No trees, large boulders, or permanent structures as defined above shall be placed
within the easements.

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 3. Easements may not straddle residential property lines, but shall be placed adjacent or
coincident with the property line, lying wholly within one property or the other. In limited
cases, easements may straddle commercial property lines and will be reviewed by Castle
Rock Water on a case-by-case basis.

4.6 Utility Easement Note Required on Plats

The following dry utility easement note shall be required on Preliminary Plats, Final PD Site
Plans, and Final Plats approved by the Town.

“Unless otherwise noted, all lots shall have a ten-foot utility easement along the front and rear
lot lines and along all public rights-of-way, and shall have five-foot utility easements along
each side lot line. These utility easements are for the installation, maintenance and operation
of utilities and drainage facilities including, but not limited to, electric lines, gas lines, cable
television lines, fiber optic lines, and telephone lines, as well as perpetual right for ingress and
egress for installation, maintenance and replacement of such lines. Dry utility crossings may
be permitted in other utility or drainage easements provided the crossings are at a 90-degree
angle. In all cases, prior approval from Town of Castle Rock Water Department shall be
obtained for dry utility crossings of exclusive wet utility easements and exclusive drainage
easements.”

4.7 Sand/Oil and Grease Interceptors

Sand/oil and grease interceptors shall be installed on service lines in accordance with the
Plum Creek Wastewater Authority Code of Rules and Regulations.

4.8 Facility Upgrade Schedule

Wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, force mains and major interceptors shall be upgraded
in accordance with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Criteria under
the following schedule:

When plant, lift station, force main, or interceptor reaches: 70%

capacity - Facility upgrade studies shall have begun

80% capacity - Facility upgrade design shall have begun
90% capacity - Construction of facility upgrades shall have begun

4.9 Underdrains

Connections from underdrains to the Town’s wastewater collection system are specifically
prohibited, as set forth in Section 4.3 of these Criteria. Refer to the Town’s Storm Drainage
Design and Technical Criteria Manual for design criteria pertaining to allowable connections to
the Town’s storm drainage system.

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 Chapter 5 – Lift Station and Force Main Design Criteria
5.1 General

5.1.1 Scope

New lift stations are discouraged and shall only be allowed in those locations where
there is no feasible way the development can be served by gravity extension of the
Town’s existing wastewater collection system. If it is determined that a lift station is
required, the collection system to the lift station must combine as many basins as
possible to increase the flows being lifted and to preempt the need for future lift stations
within the same service area.

If permitted, the developer shall submit a complete set of design calculations and
drawings to Castle Rock Water for review and approval in accordance with the
Criteria set forth herein. Design, material, equipment, and construction of the
facilities shall conform to all applicable local, State and Federal regulations, codes,
and standards.

5.1.2 Castle Rock Water Review and Approval

New lift stations must be specifically approved by Castle Rock Water. If approved,
the developer shall submit a utility report with a complete set of design calculations
and drawings for review and acceptance by Castle Rock Water.

5.1.3 Relationship to Other Standards

Lift station designs shall satisfy all of the requirements of the Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Denver Regional Council of
Governments (DRCOG). Castle Rock Water will require that the developer’s engineer
prepare the “Application for Site Approval” for submittal to the CDPHE and DRCOG.

5.1.4 Reference Design Documents

Primary standards and reference publications pertinent to the design of lift stations
and force mains within the Town of Castle Rock are listed below. Unless otherwise
specified, the latest editions shall apply. Also refer to the Reference Design
Documents in Section 4.1 of these Criteria.

 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Design Criteria

for Wastewater Pumping Stations (Lift Stations)
 Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) Wastewater Utility Plan
Guidance
 Recommended Standards for Water Works as published by the Water Supply
Committee of the Great Lakes-Upper Mississippi River Board of State and
Provincial Public Health and Environmental Managers

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5.1.5 Location

The lift station shall be so located that the proposed site will meet the requirements for
sanitary protection of water quality, hydraulics of the system, and protection against the
interruption of service by fire, flood, or any other hazard.

5.1.6 Flood Protection

Lift station structures and the associated electrical and mechanical equipment shall be
protected from physical damage by the 100-year flood, and shall remain fully
operational and accessible during such an event. Local, State and Federal regulations
pertaining to floodplain obstructions shall be satisfactorily accounted for in the design.
Grading shall be provided to protect the site by directing surface flows away from the
facilities.

5.1.7 Accessibility and Security

Lift stations shall be readily accessible by maintenance vehicles during all weather
conditions. The facility should be located off the traffic way of streets and alleys.
Depending on the nature and location of the facility, security fencing with controlled
entry keypads, card-reader access to buildings, security cameras, lockable access
hatches, and motion-detection safety lighting may be required by Castle Rock Water.
All lock sets shall have compatible key-ways in compliance with the Town’s current
system.

5.1.8 Grit

Where it is necessary to pump wastewater prior to grit removal, the design of the wet
well and lift station piping shall receive special consideration to avoid operational
problems from the accumulation of grit. If grit accumulation is anticipated as a result of
initial low flow conditions, consideration shall be given to temporary concrete fill in the
wet well areas subject to grit deposition, or the provision of temporary baffle walls to
reduce the effective area of the wet well until the wastewater influent has sufficiently
increased.

5.1.9 Station Ventilation

Adequate ventilation at lift stations shall be provided to mechanically ventilate the dry
well, and if screens or mechanical equipment requiring maintenance or inspection are
located in the wet well, it shall also be mechanically ventilated. There shall be no inter-
connection between the wet well and dry well ventilating systems. In pits over 15 feet
deep, multiple inlets and outlets are required. Dampers should not be used on exhaust
or fresh air ducts and fine screens or other obstructions in the air ducts should be
avoided to prevent clogging. Switches for the operation of ventilation equipment should
be clearly marked and conveniently located. Consideration should be given to
automatic controls where operations may be intermittent.
Where excessive moisture or low temperatures are a concern, consideration shall be
given to installation of heating and/or dehumidification equipment. If mechanical wet
well ventilation is required it should be continuous and provide for at least twelve

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 complete air changes per hour. Ventilation in dry wells may be either continuous or
intermittent. For continuous operation, at least six complete air changes per hour shall
be provided. For intermittent operation, at least thirty complete air exchanges per hour
shall be provided. A system of two speed ventilation with an initial ventilation rate of
thirty changes per hour for ten minutes and automatic switch-over to six changes per
hour may be used to conserve heat. The air change requirements shall be based on
100 percent fresh air.

5.1.10 Odor Control

Unacceptable levels of odors may be produced at lift stations and within force mains
due to excessive hydrogen sulfide generation. At a minimum, every lift station shall be
designed to accommodate the necessary storage tanks and automatic chemical feed
equipment required for odor control and treatment.

5.2 Minimum Lift Station Design Criteria

The following design criteria shall be applicable to lift stations:

1. Lift stations must be equipped with instrumentation and SCADA equipment to collect
and transmit all relevant data as stipulated in these Criteria.
2. Backup electrical power provided by a diesel or natural gas generator with an automatic
transfer switch in an all-weather enclosure shall be provided to insure that all lift station
components function properly for a period of at least one week in the event that the
primary power is lost. Electrical power to the lift station site shall be underground. In
addition, an emergency overflow basin shall be provided that will accommodate a
minimum twelve hours of storage at ADF. The basin shall be designed and configured to
allow for complete draining after an overflow event, either by gravity or submersible sump
pumps permanently installed in the basin. See Section 5.4 below.
3. Lift stations shall include a wet well sized to reduce the cycling of the pumps and the
settling of solids from the flows. Wet well capacity shall provide a holding period not to
exceed thirty minutes for the design minimum flow, and for a holding period of at least
five minutes at the PDF. In addition, an emergency overflow basin shall be provided that
will accommodate a minimum twelve hours of storage at ADF at build-out. The basin
shall be designed and configured to allow for complete draining after an overflow event,
either by gravity or submersible sump pumps permanently installed in the basin. See
Section 5.4 of these Criteria.
4. A corrosion protection system shall be applied to, and shall completely cover all interior
surfaces of wet wells, and any in-line vaults or manholes that precede the wet well. The
system shall be specifically designed to protect concrete from hydrogen sulfide attack,
and shall be Sikagard 62 or equal.
5. All lift station wet wells shall be considered an explosion hazard. All electrical equipment
and wiring installed therein shall be approved for use in a Class I, Division 1, Groups C&D
environment, in accordance with all applicable Articles of the NEC, in particular Articles
500 through 517. All devices used in Class I, Division 1, Groups C&D areas must have
visible manufacturer installed nameplates specifically stating the Class, Division and
Group for which the device is approved.
6. Installation of suitable devices for measuring, recording and totalizing sewage influent
and effluent flow and power consumption shall be included.

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 7. The lift station design shall consider changes in flows over the life of the station and allow
for proper operation of the station and force main throughout the intended design life.
8. Lift station upgrades shall follow the following schedule in accordance with CDPHE
Criteria:

When lift station capacity reaches:

70% capacity - Station upgrade studies shall have begun 80%
capacity - Station upgrade design shall have begun 90%
capacity - Construction of station upgrade shall begun

9. Where high groundwater conditions are anticipated, buoyancy of the lift station
structures shall be evaluated and protected against.
10. Construction materials shall be selected that are appropriate for long-term exposure to
hydrogen sulfide and other corrosive gases, greases, oils, and other constituents
frequently present in wastewater. This is particularly important in the selection of metals
and paints. Contact between dissimilar metals should be avoided or other provisions made
to minimize galvanic corrosion.
11. Access hatches and ingress and egress provisions shall be approved by Castle Rock
Water, and shall comply with all applicable OSHA regulations associated with confined
spaces.
12. The lift station shall include a wet well bypass-to-overflow basin to allow the wet well to
be temporarily removed from service for maintenance.

5.3 Pump Equipment and Protection

The type of pumping equipment to be installed in the lift station will be influenced by the interim and
ultimate capacity of the station and an evaluation of the period of time that the service of the station will
be required. For wastewater lift stations with an ultimate rated capacity of 1 MGD or less, Castle Rock
Water will consider the use of either self-priming suction lift pumps, or a wet well / dry well configuration
using submersible pumps in the dry well. For stations with an ultimate capacity in excess of 1 MGD,
only a wet well / dry well self-priming configuration will be accepted.

Submersible pumps in wet wells will be considered by Castle Rock Water on a case-by-case basis.

5.3.1 Pump Characteristics

1. Pumps shall be explosion proof, and shall be able to pump the projected PDF for all
existing and proposed development flows to be conveyed to the site.

2. Primary and secondary (backup) level control equipment for the operation of the
pumps shall be provided. Primary level control shall be by a bubbler system with an
Ultrasonic system as a secondary backup. Where such systems are electrical
(e.g. float switches), they shall be approved for a Class I, Division 1, Groups C&D
environment in accordance with all applicable Articles of the NEC.

3. The lift station shall be provided with multiple pump units programmed to alternate
sequentially. Should only two units be provided, equal capacity is required, and each
pump train shall be capable of handling the PDF. A third identical pump and motor
shall be provided on a pallet for replacement in case of the failure of an installed

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 pump and motor. Where three or more pumps are provided, they shall be
individually sized to meet the PDF with any one pump out of service, and as
appropriate for actual flow conditions under normal operations.

4. The station shall be designed such that the number of motor starts per hour shall
not exceed ten, or the number of starts recommended by the motor manufacturer,
whichever is less. Duplex pump operation and controllers shall be provided such
that the lead and lag pump positions are alternated with each successive motor
start.

5. Provisions acceptable to Castle Rock Water shall be made to facilitate the

removal of pumps, motors, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
Typically, in wet well / dry well stations, a bridge crane shall be provided for
removing pumps. In suction lift stations, slide or overhead rails with hoists for
removing pumps shall be provided.

5.3.2 Pump Protection

Pumps handling raw wastewater shall be preceded by approved comminutors (a.k.a.:

grinders or macerators) that are installed to protect the pumps from clogging damage
by reducing the particle size of wastewater solids in the flow stream. The grinder shall
be located in a lined vault or manhole that precedes the wet well. Raw wastewater
approaching the lift station flows through the comminutor vault influent channel
equipped with the grinder. In the event that the grinder must be taken out of service,
slide gates shall be provided to direct the influent flow to a bypass bar screen.
Furthermore, in the event that flow backs up upstream of the grinder, the influent
channel wall shall be equipped with an overflow notch just upstream of the bar screen.
Bar screens shall be stainless steel, and shall be arranged to facilitate manual cleaning
of the bar screen with a rake to be provided.

5.4 Overflow Basins

Overflow basins for lift stations shall be sized to contain the volume of twelve hours the Average
Daily Flow at build-out. The basin shall be designed and configured to allow for complete
draining after an overflow event, either by gravity or submersible sump pumps permanently
installed in the basin. Basins shall be designed to include a vault or manhole outside the overflow
basin to facilitate the complete removal of any liquid that accumulates in the basin, and shall
require the installation of a pipe between the basin and vault, with positive slope to the vault. A
pump-back or gravity system shall be included in the lift station design to return wastewater to the
wet well.

Any lighting and electrical equipment within the overflow basin shall be approved for a Class I,
Division 1, Groups C&D environment in accordance with all applicable Articles of the NEC.
Odor control, ventilation, and provisions for necessary alarms shall be evaluated and
considered in the design as appropriate.

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5.5 Force Main Design Criteria

5.5.1 Pipe Materials

Force main pipe materials, including restraint devices and fittings, shall be in conformance
with Town Criteria for potable water mains. All DIP sanitary sewer force main materials shall
be lined with Induron Protecto 401 Ceramic Epoxy, or an equivalent product as approved by
the Town. If high levels of hydrogen sulfide gas are anticipated, potable water grade PVC
shall be used in lieu of lined DIP, unless the use of DIP is approved by Castle Rock Water as
a result of adequate justification by the engineer.

5.5.2 Velocity and Pipe Diameter

Sanitary sewer force mains shall be a minimum of four inches in diameter. At the design-
pumping rate (initial and ultimate), the velocity shall be at least three FPS, but not more than
seven FPS. The design-pumping rate shall be based on the PDF.

5.5.3 Pipe and Design Pressure

Force main pipe materials shall be in accordance with Town Criteria for potable water mains.
The force main, joint restraint, thrust blocking, and station piping shall be analyzed and
designed to withstand water hammer pressures and associated cyclic reversal of stresses that
are expected with the cycling of wastewater lift station pumps. Water hammer shall be
evaluated for the normal operation of the lift station, as well as for a power outage while the
pumps are running. The modulus of elasticity of the pipe material shall be considered when
evaluating water hammer effects and cyclical loadings. At a minimum, the following shall be
addressed in the analysis to be submitted for approval by Castle Rock Water:

1. Transient pressures due to water hammer and the effect of these pressures on
the entire system
2. Cyclical loading of the force main
3. Evaluation of the pipeline profile to determine the possibility of column
separation
4. Reverse rotation characteristics of the pumps
5. Shut-off characteristics of all proposed control valves, including check valves
6. Substantiation for the use of surge control valves and other surge protection
devices, when necessary, listing recommended size and computed discharge
pressures

All elements of the piping system must be designed to withstand the maximum water
hammer, in addition to the static head and cyclical loading. A safety factor of 1.5 shall
be used when determining the adequacy of all piping system components with regard
to withstanding system pressures.

5.5.4 Pipe Separation from Water Lines

Sanitary sewer force main separation distances and clearances to other utilities shall
conform to those established for gravity sanitary sewers in Section 4.4.4.2.

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 5.5.5 Shutoff and Check Valves

Suitable shutoff and check valves shall be placed on the discharge line of each pump.
Shutoff valves shall be full flow, gear-operated plug valves, with indicator and hand
wheel. The check valve shall be located between the shutoff valve and the pump and
will prevent reverse flow (or siphoning) from the force main back into the lift station
wet well. Check valves shall be suitable for the material being handled and shall be
placed on the horizontal portion of discharge piping except for ball checks, which may
be placed in the vertical run. Valves shall be capable of withstanding operational
design pressures and water hammer.

All shutoff and check valves shall be operable from the floor level and accessible for
maintenance. Outside levers are required on swing check valves.

5.5.6 Isolation Valves

Isolation valves shall be installed at intervals no greater than 1500 feet along force
mains, and shall be full-port plug valves.

5.5.7 Combination Air Release and Air/Vacuum Valves

Combination air release and air/vacuum valves shall be located at force main high
points, on pump discharge piping as close as possible to the check valve, and between
isolation valves. During the design, the engineer shall consider the economics of air
valve installation against the installation of deeper force main piping. The evaluation
shall take into account the installation and long-term maintenance costs of the air
valves. The valves shall be specifically designed for wastewater service and be sized
per the manufacturer’s recommendations. Air valves on force mains shall be
contained in a vault and vented above ground. A manually controlled isolation valve
suitable for wastewater service shall be installed between the force main and air valve.

5.5.8 Drain Valves

When required by the Town, the engineer shall include at least one force main
dewatering connection at the lift station and additional drains at other major force main
low points. The design shall consist of as few low points along the force main as is
practically possible. Drains shall generally include a plug valve installed on a tee and
drain piping to an existing sanitary sewer manhole, or to a separate manhole that can
then be pumped by Town personnel. Provisions shall be made to drain the force main
back to the wet well.

5.5.9 Pig Launching and Retrieval Stations

Pig launching and retrieval stations shall be incorporated into the force main design in
accordance with the Town’s Standard Details and shall be submitted to Castle Rock
Water for review and approval. The design shall be such that the launching and
retrieval points are located in manholes or vaults, and can be isolated from the force
main with isolation valves. A flanged wye or other approved fitting shall be provided at
the launching point, and the retrieval station shall be such that the accumulated
material dislodged from the force main may be conveniently removed and disposed of
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 by the Town. A potable fire hydrant shall be provided in the vicinity of the launching
station that shall serve as a launch-water supply point.

5.5.10 Termination

Force mains shall transition into the gravity sewer system at a dedicated manhole. The
connection of the force main to the manhole shall be made by connecting the force
main to a short section of gravity main stubbed out from the manhole. The gravity stub
shall be a size that is equal to or larger diameter pipe than the force main, and shall be
installed at an elevation that will prevent wastewater from discharging back into the
force main when the gravity system is flowing full. The manhole interior shall be
coated for protection against hydrogen sulfide corrosion. The manhole and its opening
shall be oversized to permit retrieval of cleaning pigs and ancillary equipment. The
manhole at the discharge point shall not be an in-line gravity manhole.

5.5.11 Identification

Minimum identification requirements for force mains shall consist of tracer wire and
warning tape as required for potable water mains, and green marked polywrap for
ductile iron pipe. The warning tape shall be labeled, “Wastewater Force Main”.
5.6 Site Improvements

5.6.1 Property

5.6.1.1 Property Dedication

1. In order for Castle Rock Water to operate and maintain the lift station and
associated facilities, adequately sized parcels shall be reserved by the developer
at appropriate locations approved by Castle Rock Water. Lift station sites,
including utility easements, will not be considered as part of the Town’s public
use or open space land dedication requirements.
2. Site selection for lift stations shall address all local, State and Federal regulations,
including skyline, ridgeline, noise issues, order control and ventilation measures,
endangered species, and impacts to waters of the United States (Corps of
Engineers).

Applicants must supply the following property information:

a. Legal Description (conducted by a Professional Licensed Surveyor)
b. Zoning
c. Easement Provisions
d. Dedication to Town of Castle Rock (property and facility/structure(s)
shall be deeded to the Town)
e. Address for billing purposes.

5.6.1.2 Site Configuration

1. The site shall accommodate facility layout for all current and future lift station
facilities, odor control and ventilation facilities, enclosures, piping, buildings,
driveways, electrical & control cabinets, generators, transformers, and
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2. Site layout shall accommodate outside high-voltage transformers.
3. The size of the site is dependent on the type of facility. The proposed site shall
be approved by Castle Rock Water during the development review process. The
minimum size and configuration of the site shall be that which will allow for
efficient operation by Castle Rock Water.

5.6.2 Site Amenities

1. Water service connection, meter, and backflow prevention shall be provided in

compliance with Castle Rock Water and Cross-Connection Control
requirements.
2. Screening, landscaping and irrigation system design (temporary and permanent)
shall conform to the Town’s Landscape and Irrigation Design Criteria Manual
and Water Use Management Plan Criteria. Landscaping shall not hinder
access, operations or maintenance of the facilities.
3. An exterior yard hydrant shall be supplied from the potable water system,
including the service tap, metering equipment and required backflow
prevention assemblies.
4. Site drainage shall conform to the Town’s Stormwater Drainage Design and
Technical Criteria Manual.
5. Access roads shall be a minimum of 15 feet wide with a clear width of twenty feet
to accommodate maintenance and emergency vehicles. Access roads shall have
a maximum longitudinal slope of ten percent and a maximum cross-slope of two
percent. A minimum radius of 250 feet to the road centerline shall be provided to
accommodate a 65-foot tractor-trailer truck and the Town’s largest vacuum truck.
The road surface shall be Class 6 Aggregate Base Course or asphalt, depending
on slope, location and configuration. Materials and compaction shall conform to
Town Criteria. Typical access road cross sections are displayed on the following
page.

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 6. Fencing shall be provided for site delineation and security of the facilities as
directed by Castle Rock Water. Access gates shall be provided to accommodate
standard trucks and large maintenance vehicles, including tractor trailers, and shall
include entry equipment commensurate with the level of security necessary at the
site. Fencing materials, height and style shall be selected as appropriate to blend
into the surrounding neighborhood design, and shall be subject to Castle Rock
Water approval.
7. Consideration shall be given to private architectural control, including home-
owner association and/or metropolitan district criteria; however, Town Criteria
shall govern over private development guidelines or requirements.

5.7 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA)

5.7.1 Scope

The SCADA system shall be designed and installed to monitor certain types of facilities
throughout the Town. This chapter provides general specifications for the equipment and
materials necessary to design the required controls telemetry and instrumentation features at
the applicable facilities. Equipment shall include all control components including, but not
limited to, sensing elements, transmitters, receivers, controls alarms, indicators, totalizers,
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monitoring panels, radio or microwave equipment and all other items necessary to provide a
complete and operational system. The resulting system shall be operationally reliable on a
continuous basis and require minimum maintenance efforts. The system shall provide for
long-term cost-effective operations, and shall be generally uniform from one facility to the next
in appearance, materials and equipment.

5.7.2 Purpose and Rationale of the SCADA System

The primary purpose of the SCADA system is to provide Castle Rock Water with a means to
monitor, control and operate a large-scale utility system with Castle Rock Water staff. The
widely-varied topography throughout the Town has necessitated complex utility systems that
must be fine-tuned on a regular basis to optimize the management of the Town’s resources.

The secondary purpose of the SCADA system is the collection and archiving of operational
data. The ongoing collection of data gives the Town the ability to analyze information that is
specific to the region, and to more accurately plan for future growth.

5.7.3 General Design Criteria

5.7.3.1 Design Responsibility

The controls and instrumentation staff of Castle Rock Water shall be responsible for the
coordination and execution of the design, adjustment, calibration and start-up of all
control and instrumentation systems. The developer and engineer shall meet and work
with Castle Rock Water staff to provide a working system that can perform all the
functions as outlined herein.

5.7.3.2 Programming

All new programming shall be completed by Castle Rock Water staff working with the
current Town consultant, as specified by Castle Rock Water. As new facilities are
added to the system, the central computer shall be programmed to control and display
these facilities, and to report back a variety of operational status information as set forth
in these Criteria. The developer is responsible for integrating SCADA using a method
approved by Castle Rock Water.

5.7.3.3 Base Standards to be Met

1. All ASTM Standards with latest revisions.

2. Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

3. International Building Code (IBC)
4. International Mechanical Code (IMC)
5. International Plumbing Code (IPC)
6. National Electrical Code (NEC) (ANSI C1) (National Fire Protection
Association No. 70)
7. National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI C2) (National Bureau of Standards –
H30)
8. American National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI)

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 9. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
10. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
11. Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association (IPCEA)
12. Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL)
13. Lighting Protection Code (ANSI C5.1) (NFPA No. 78) (LPI 1975)
14. Instrument Society of America (ISA)

5.7.4 Minimum Facility Design Requirements

5.7.4.1 General

All wastewater lift stations, flow measuring stations, and stand-alone grinder facilities
shall have SCADA telemetry and all associated instrumentation installed or accounted
for in conjunction with the initial construction of the facility. All SCADA units shall be
intelligent, and be capable of isolated automatic operation. All necessary
communication hardware and software shall be included to transmit the control signals
to the appropriate central computer via the Town’s 900 MHz radio network. The
telemetry and instrumentation installation shall include all associated equipment such
as power, radio connections, wireless network connections, phone connections,
telemetry control programming, visible and audible signals, readouts and alarms, and
all associated enclosures. All telemetry elements, except antennas, shall be installed
within a building or appropriate weather-proof enclosure.

5.7.4.2 Wastewater Lift Station Instrumentation

1. Facility Monitoring and Control Function:

a. Inlet flow rate

b. Control of pumps based on wet well level
c. Run signal for each pump
d. Pumping rate in GPM for each pump
e. Totalized flow in MG for the lift station
f. Level indicators for wet well
g. Discharge pressures for each pump
h. Elapsed pump run time in hours
i. Real-time kilowatt demand
j. Peak kilowatt demand during billing cycle
k. Lead/lag pump configuration controls
l. Control logic for alternating redundant pumps
m. Totalized number of pump cycles for each pump
n. Generator run signal
o. Security cameras

2. Facility Alarms:

a. High/low wet level alarms

b. High/low discharge pressure alarms
c. Pump failure alarm
d. High/low building temperature alarms

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f. Motor winding high temperature alarm for each pump
g. Building intrusion alarm
h. Water on the floor alarm
i. Fire/smoke alarm
j. Power failure alarm
k. Electrical ground-fault alarm

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