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Wendel assessed the 1930s Cassadaga Pump Station, recommending major pipe, pump, electrical, and storage upgrades while securing over $5M in state funding.
Client
Jamestown Board of Public Utilities
Location
Jamestown, NY
Services
Markets
Solutions
Status
In Progress
Completion Year
Currently in Progress (estimated 2028)
Cost
27.7 million
The historic Cassadaga Pump Station dating back to the 1930s has reached a point where significant upgrades are needed to support modern operational demands. Aging pumps, declining efficiency, and structural deterioration prompted the City of Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to evaluate both rehabilitation options and the potential construction of a brand‑new pump station.
Wendel led a comprehensive assessment of the station and the surrounding water distribution system, reviewing pipe age, break history, and material conditions. The resulting plan includes the replacement of 5,300 linear feet of 24‑inch cast‑iron pipe and 1,600 linear feet of 18‑inch pipe to improve system reliability and performance. Additional improvements identified include upgraded pumps, modernized electrical systems, emergency power enhancements, and replacing the existing 0.5 MG ground storage tank with a new 1.0 MG tank to support future system expansion.
A key project focus was increasing energy efficiency, reducing operational costs, and ensuring the long‑term resilience of the City’s water infrastructure. Funding opportunities played a major role in the project’s success. The project received $5 million through the NYS Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA), and the NYSERDA FlexTech program funded 75% of the preliminary engineering work. Wendel also completed a detailed financial analysis to evaluate capital costs, energy savings, and additional grant and financing strategies.