Triview Newsletter — September 2024
Northern Delivery System Officially Opens
We are excited to share that the Northern Delivery System (NDS), which will deliver a plentiful supply of renewable water to district customers for generations to come, officially became operational in August. The milestone marks the culmination of years of meticulous planning, permitting, regulatory approvals, water rights adjudications and complex construction.
Over the past decade, Triview Metro District has invested millions of dollars in acquiring critical water rights from Fountain Creek and the Upper and Lower Arkansas River, securing essential reservoir storage and creating new water diversion channels. In partnership with Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU), this strategic initiative now delivers renewable water to local customers through CSU’s expansive collection, treatment and distribution network.
The NDS is a key component of this effort—a 16-inch pipeline that ensures a reliable and sustainable water supply for Triview residents and businesses. This pipeline connects to CSU’s water distribution system, allowing Triview to access renewable water resources, including renewable water rights and nearly 4,000 acre-feet of reservoir storage.
The NDS will serve approximately 4,500 homes, apartments and commercial properties, with additional benefits extending to nearby Forest Lakes residents as their distribution system upgrades are finalized. The completion of the NDS is a monumental step forward for the Triview community because it will allow us to meet the water needs of our growing population well into the future, utilizing renewable water as the district’s primary source of supply backed up by our Denver Basin wells.
A grand opening celebration took place on August 14 at the pump station, which transfers treated water from CSU’s Highway 83 reservoir to the district’s C-Plant storage tank within the Sanctuary Park neighborhood and the B-Plant storage tank located in Promontory Pointe.
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It’s hard to believe that summer is nearing its official end, with Labor Day weekend already behind us and kids back in school. Our parks, trails and open spaces remain in great shape, even as the summer heat lingers. This year marked Colorado’s second-hottest summer on record, so as we transition into fall, we urge residents to continue to be mindful of their water usage.
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Triview Welcomes Water Collections and Treatment Manager
Triview is pleased to welcome Gary Potter as the district’s new water collections and treatment manager. He’s responsible for managing all water supplies and the treatment plant, including operations of the just-opened Northern Delivery System.
A graduate of Adams State University, Gary most recently served as director of utilities for a water and sanitation district in Crestone, Colorado. He’s familiar with our community, having worked for the Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District for six years, through 2020.
Here’s a short Q&A with Gary to let you know a little more about him:
Where were you born?
I was born in Bremerton, Washington.
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in rural Colorado and have been a Colorado resident for 30+ years.
Why were you interested in this position at Triview?
I was interested in Triview Metropolitan District because of its investment in renewable water and its commitment to employee retention.
What are your primary responsibilities?
My primary responsibilities are overseeing water treatment and delivery to Triview, and I currently manage two full-time water treatment operators.
Where do you live?
My family and I moved to the north end of Colorado Springs shortly after accepting the position with the district.
What do you like to do in your free time?
I like to spend time adventuring with my family in the great outdoors. I have been happily married to my wife, Sheryl, for 13 years and we have three children ages 11, 10 and 6.
Back to School: Watch for Kids, Obey Speed Limits
Work was completed over the summer to add a turn lane off Leather Chaps Drive on to Creekside Drive, adjacent to Bear Creek Elementary. Triview added the turn lane to create a safer experience for families who are dropping off and picking up young students.
With the new school year in full swing, we urge all drivers to stay vigilant and watch for children walking, biking or getting on and off buses. Please obey all posted speed limits, especially in school zones, and be extra cautious during morning and afternoon hours.
Agate Park: Before and After
