The City of Twin Falls, Idaho discharges treated wastewater into the Snake River which has a TMDL. In lieu of constructing expensive treatment plant options, wetlands were developed using irrigation return. Millions of dollars of were saved and hundreds of tons of sediment loads will be removed annually.
Learning Objectives:
1. Investigate alternatives to traditional wastewater permit compliance.
2. Challenge partners to evaluate alternatives and participate in creating solutions that meet all the needs.
3. Recognize, appreciate, and utilize the necessary leadership roles of project partners.
SPEAKERS:
Jacqueline D. Fields
City Engineer, City of Twin Falls, Twin Falls, ID
Contributor(s)
Jacqueline D. Fields