Capital Improvements

Google Map of Upcoming Capital Improvement Projects

Distribution Improvement Project, Phase 1 --  COMPLETED January 2023
What:  Pipeline Replacement Project --  Easternmost 2200 feet of Chase Road, between 282nd and 302nd Ave.    The project installed a 10-inch polyethylene (HDPE) water main to replace a continuously leaking 6-inch steel main.   5 new fire hydrants installed.
Benefit:  No leaks.  No more repairs.  Fire flow capacity meets 1000 GPM goal.  Earthquake resistant piping system installed.  All water service pipes from the water main to meter replaced with a full 1-inch capacity (1.25" CTS HDPE pipe).
Cost:  Approximately $800,000.  Financed with  EPA  Drinking Water State Revolving Loan , 30-year repayment period , 2.74% interest.

Distribution Improvement Project, Phase 2 -- COMPLETED February 2025
What:  Pipeline Replacement Project --  SE Powell Valley Road & Roork Road, between 282nd and 302nd Ave.    The project will install a 10-inch water main, 10 new fire hydrants, new water service pipes between the main & meter.
Schedule:  Fall & Winter 2024-2025
Benefit:  Eliminate water main leaks & frequent repairs.  Improve capacity with long-term goal of 1000 gallons per minute fire flow capacity.  New fire hydrants.
Cost:  Approximately $1,600,000, Financed with  EPA  Drinking Water State Revolving Loan , 30-year repayment period , 2.74% interest.
Impact:  We anticipate closing the road to thru-traffic during construction, as construction moves from west (282nd) to east (302nd).  One lane will be available through the construction zone for residents to access driveways.  Please detour around the construction area whenever possible.   

Distribution Improvement Project, Phase 3
What:   Localized pipeline  and intersection improvements
Schedule:  Estimated summer 2026
Benefit:  Localized improvements and minor pipe rerouting allows removal of approximately 1-mile of our oldest pipe from service.  Improves water system flushing capabilities & water quality management.
Cost:  Approximately $250,000.  Financed with  EPA  Drinking Water State Revolving Loan , 30-year repayment period , 2.74% interest.

Distribution Improvement Project, Phase 4
What:  Pipeline replacement project, near KW Anderson &  282nd Ave
Schedule:  TBD, estimated summer 2026
Benefit:  Eliminate water main leaks & frequent repairs.  Improve capacity.  New fire hydrants.
Cost:  Approximately $600,000.  Financed with  EPA  Drinking Water State Revolving Loan , 30-year repayment period , 2.74% interest.

Distribution Improvement Project, Phase 5
What:  Pipeline replacement project, 302nd Ave., between Chase Rd and Roork Rd
Schedule:  TBD, estimated Summer  2027
Benefit:  Eliminate water main leaks & frequent repairs.  Improve capacity with long-term goal of 1000 gallons per minute fire flow capacity.  New fire hydrants.
Cost:  Approximately $800,000.  Financed with  a future loan, to be determined

Water Supply Transition Project
Lusted Water District plans to transition its water supply away from the City of Portland Bull Run source due to massive cost increases anticipated after 2027.    Lusted WD is negotiating with City of Gresham to purchase water from their new groundwater supply system.  Lusted WD may also develop its own groundwater supply depending on future costs from Portland or Gresham and the availability of water rights.  Planning for these projects is dependent on the outcome of water supply negotiations with City of Gresham.

Powell Valley Pump Station & Reservoir Purchase & Renovation
Lusted WD has purchased this facility from the City of Gresham to use for future water purchases from Gresham or Lusted's own groundwater supply.  Planning for these projects is dependent on the outcome of water supply negotiations with City of Gresham and the availability of water rights.