Massachusetts' Aging infrastructure: Problems and opportunities at the National, State and Local Level

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1 Massachusetts' Aging infrastructure: Problems and opportunities at the National, State and Local Level Peter A. Richardson, P.E., LEED AP, CFM Vice President, Green International Affiliates, Inc. President Elect, Boston Society of Civil Engineers Section/ASCE

2 Presentation Outline Infrastructure Challenges at the National, State and Local Levels. What happens if we don t invest properly in infrastructure? What ways can we pay for new infrastructure and necessary long term maintenance? How can we incorporate sustainability into infrastructure improvements (MWRA Case Study) Questions and Discussion

3 Infrastructure Challenges at the National Level In 2009, ASCE gave the nation s infrastructure a cumulative grade of D, citing a total need of $2.2 Trillion over the next Five (5) years. ASCE identified Five (5) Key Solutions to address the current situation

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5 Estimated Investment Needs

6 ASCE s Five Key Solutions 1. Increase federal leadership 2. Promote sustainability & resilience 3. Develop national, regional and state infrastructure plans 4. Address life-cycle costs 5. Increase & improve investment from all stakeholders

7 Infrastructure Challenges in Massachusetts In 2006, MIIC published first Infrastructure Status Report In 2007, MA Transportation Finance Commission Study released In 2009, BSCES identified 9 Action Steps for improving infrastructure in MA Infrastructure in Massachusetts/pid/10266 In 2011, Sate Auditor issued a report on Dams in MA 3).pdf In 2012, the MA Water Infrastructure Finance Commission issued its findings committee resources

8 Recently Identified Infrastructure Funding Gaps in Massachusetts In 2007, MA Transportation Finance Commission Study estimated a funding gap of $15 to $20 Billion over the next 20 years In 2011, the Sate Auditor reported that $60 million is needed to address 100 publically owned dams in unsafe/poor condition. MA has approximately 2,900 private and publically owned dams In 2012, the Massachusetts Water Infrastructure Finance Commission identified a total 20 year funding gap of $39.4 Billion for water infrastructure as follows: Drinking water $10.2 Billion; Clean water $11.2 Billion; and Stormwater $18 Billion

9 BSCES Raising the Grade in Massachusetts Campaign Some Progress was made over the past three years, in part from ARRA funding (which is no longer available) BSCES will be updating its Action Steps in 2012

10 Infrastructure Challenges at the Local Level Decreases in State Aid Unfunded Federal Mandates (i.e. NPDES) Lack of Capital Improvement Plans and Asset Management Strategies Lack of State and/or Regional Infrastructure Plans Deferred Maintenance No political will to raise taxes, fees and/or rates True Cost to deliver services not completely understood by residents Priorities are wrong (residents don t like when their cable bill goes up, but they are outraged when water/sewer rates go up)

11 What are the consequences if we fail to act? The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 11

12 Costs Imposed: Facilities in poor condition cause: o Damage to vehicles o Detours and wasted time o Increased maintenance costs Decreased reliability causes: o Longer travel time for on-time arrivals and deliveries Environmental and safety costs from: o Wasted energy o Higher emissions o Exposure to public health risks The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 12

13 The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 13

14 The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 14

15 The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 15

16 The Economic Impact of Current Investment Trends in Surface Transportation Infrastructure Slide 16

17 Water Use and Population Source: ASCE

18 Water Infrastructure Needs Source: ASCE

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20 How can we fund new infrastructure and pay for ongoing maintenance? Traditional Low Bid Procurement Take advantage of New Technologies Qualification Based Selection for Design Services Public Private Partnerships (P3) Infrastructure Banks, loan funds Design Build Operate Design Build Finance Operate CM at Risk Dedicated Maintenance Accounts

21 How can we incorporate sustainability into infrastructure improvements? (MWRA Case Study)

22 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT PROJECT DESCRIPTION REPLACEMENT OR REHABILITATION OF APPROXIMATELY 11,500 LINEAR FEET OF 54 WATER MAIN (SECTION 52) IN BROOKLINE AND BOSTON PROJECT GOALS EXTEND SERVICE LIFE BY AT LEAST 50 YEARS MAINTAIN WATER SUPPLY DURING CONSTRUCTION IMPROVE HYDRAULIC CAPACITY AND DEWATERING OPERATIONS MINIMIZE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS DURING CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE PROJECT ON TIME AND WITHIN BUDGET

23 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT REPLACEMENT OPTION REPLACEMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 11,500 LINEAR FEET OF 54 WATER MAIN (SECTION 52) IN BROOKLINE AND BOSTON WOULD HAVE COST IN EXCESS OF $15 MILLION AND WOULD HAVE DISTURBED WETLANDS, RESIDENTIAL AREAS, MATURE SHADE TREES AND ROUTE 9 TRAFFIC. REHABILITATION OPTION REHABILITATION OF APPROXIMATELY 11,500 LINEAR FEET OF 54 WATER MAIN (SECTION 52) IN BROOKLINE AND BOSTON COST $7.6 MILLION, MET MWRA S GOALS AND MINIMIZED DISTURBANCE TO WETLANDS, NEIGHBORHOODS, SHADE TREES, AND TRAFFIC.

24 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT

25 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT PIPELINE ROUTE SEGMENT 1

26 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT PIPELINE ROUTE SEGMENT 2

27 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT PIPELINE ROUTE SEGMENT 4

28 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT PIPELINE ROUTE SEGMENT 5

29 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT SPENDING MORE ON ENGINEERING TO EVALAUTE THE PIPELINE CONDITION SAVED MILLIONS IN CONSTRUCTION COSTS!

30 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT APPLICATION OF TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGIES SEGEMENT NO. METHOD OF REHAB 1 CLASS I (CLEAN & LINE) 2 CLASS IV (SEGMENTAL SLIPLINE & REPLACEMENT) 3 CLASS IV (REPLACEMENT) 4 CLASS IV (SLIPLINE) 5 CLASS IV (SLIPLINE) 6 CLASS II / III (CLEAN & REINFORCED LINING)

31 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT USING TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGIES MADE THE HEATH HILL PROJECT MORE SUSTAINABLE

32 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT Sustainable Projects must take into account Social, Economic, and Environmental Considerations PROJECT COMPLETED AHEAD OF SCHEDULE AND UNDER BUDGET MINIMAL COMPLAINTS FROM ABUTTERS MINIMAL IMPACT TO WETLANDS MINIMAL IMPACT TO SHADE TREES MINIMAL CHANGE ORDERS MINIMIMAL TRAFFIC DISRUPTION ON ROUTE 9 MWRA'S "STEALTH" PROJECT WON ACEC ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE AWARD SELECTED AS AN ISI PILOT PROJECT

33 MASSACHUSETTS WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY HEATH HILL SECTION 52 PHASE 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT QUESTIONS?