Author Archives: Dan Riechers
Residents May See Higher Wastewater Rates with Plant Expansion
Raleigh’s wastewater treatment plant on the Neuse River will be expanded again to keep up with anticipated growth in the city.
Prison Fuel Leak Thought Fixed, but Inspectors Wait to See
The state Department of Public Safety believes they have found and stopped the source of fuel leaking from Central Prison into Rocky Branch Creek, but inspectors will continue to monitor the site and DENR could still issue fines.
New Reservoir May Be “Inevitable” for Raleigh
Raleigh’s demand for water is projected to exceed its current supply in less than 20 years. City officials are looking at options, but they are all expensive, difficult to access, and require compromise.
Central Prison Leaking Fuel into Rocky Branch Creek
Officials believe an underground spill first discovered in 1999 is leaking diesel fuel into a creek running by Central Prison.
Raleigh Sues the State to Protect Water Supply
The state division of water quality extended a permit that the city says will allow some homeowners in the Falls Lake watershed to continue polluting.
Raleigh Asks to Spread Treated Waste on Previously Contaminated Land
After a 10-year hiatus, city officials are petitioning the state for a permit to spread treated sewage sludge on city fields near the Neuse River Wastewater Plant.
City Set to Break Ground on New Park at Falls Lake
City officials will break ground this summer on a new 600-acre park that will feature five miles of mountain biking trails, a classroom, disc golf, picnic shelters and other amenities. The “metro” Forest Ridge Park is expected to draw visitors from around the Triangle.
Water Fee Aims to Fill Gap in State Funding
Raleigh residents started paying a new fee on their water bills last year to make up for a drop in funding from the state for land conservation around the Falls Lake watershed.
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