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2026-10-10 16:51
Lawn irrigation is running....here is the scoop.
I want to provide a transparent update regarding our recent water outage, what we discovered about our infrastructure, and the steps the Board of Directors (BOD) is taking to safeguard our system moving forward.
The Situation & What We Learned:
The recent widespread power surge in Eagle caused significant damage to our system, which led to the water stoppage. In resolving this issue, the BOD uncovered several critical gaps in our historical records and vendor agreements:
• Service Scope: We discovered that our existing situation with Dan’s Pump only covers the mechanical pumps themselves—not the electronic controller.
• Missing Archives: Due to incomplete transitions between past board members, there was no vendor information, water rights documentation, or flow path data on file. This lack of information is what previously prompted us to commission an emergency LSCE report.
• Outdated Technology: Our current pump controller was already nearing its "end-of-life" cycle when the pump house was originally built. Think of it like a 20-year-old cell phone—while the manufacturer stopped pushing updates years ago, the hardware itself still functions perfectly for our needs because it doesn't rely on external networks like cell towers.
The Repair Process:
Finding technicians capable of servicing this vintage equipment proved incredibly difficult, as most specialists with these skills have retired.
• Multiple vendors recommended a complete system replacement simply because they lacked the tools or knowledge to repair older tech.
• We finally located a specialist who successfully repaired the unit by guiding an on-site technician over the phone for an entire day, assisted by Pat as Don, and Bob hovered around the pump house.
• While we are still waiting on final quotes for a full modern replacement—which is currently estimated to exceed $20,000+—the water is now safely flowing again. (Gee, you would think a newer replacement estimate would have been drawn up by now.)
Next Steps & Future Safeguards:
The BOD is actively investigating why no emergency vendor was historically on file, and we are working to establish a reliable service contract. However, it is unlikely any could be found willing to write a contract on this controller.
To protect the community from future long-term outages and avoid massive replacement costs, we are exploring the following strategy:
1. Extracting the Controller Code: We are attempting to back up the programming from our current controller.
2. Stocking Spare Parts: If we can successfully replicate the program onto identical, sourced vintage parts, we can keep a programmed spare on hand.
3. Faster Troubleshooting: Having a backup ready will allow us to quickly swap parts during a future failure, minimizing downtime and saving the neighborhood tens of thousands of dollars. Everything related to the event is being explored.
Bob
The Situation & What We Learned:
The recent widespread power surge in Eagle caused significant damage to our system, which led to the water stoppage. In resolving this issue, the BOD uncovered several critical gaps in our historical records and vendor agreements:
• Service Scope: We discovered that our existing situation with Dan’s Pump only covers the mechanical pumps themselves—not the electronic controller.
• Missing Archives: Due to incomplete transitions between past board members, there was no vendor information, water rights documentation, or flow path data on file. This lack of information is what previously prompted us to commission an emergency LSCE report.
• Outdated Technology: Our current pump controller was already nearing its "end-of-life" cycle when the pump house was originally built. Think of it like a 20-year-old cell phone—while the manufacturer stopped pushing updates years ago, the hardware itself still functions perfectly for our needs because it doesn't rely on external networks like cell towers.
The Repair Process:
Finding technicians capable of servicing this vintage equipment proved incredibly difficult, as most specialists with these skills have retired.
• Multiple vendors recommended a complete system replacement simply because they lacked the tools or knowledge to repair older tech.
• We finally located a specialist who successfully repaired the unit by guiding an on-site technician over the phone for an entire day, assisted by Pat as Don, and Bob hovered around the pump house.
• While we are still waiting on final quotes for a full modern replacement—which is currently estimated to exceed $20,000+—the water is now safely flowing again. (Gee, you would think a newer replacement estimate would have been drawn up by now.)
Next Steps & Future Safeguards:
The BOD is actively investigating why no emergency vendor was historically on file, and we are working to establish a reliable service contract. However, it is unlikely any could be found willing to write a contract on this controller.
To protect the community from future long-term outages and avoid massive replacement costs, we are exploring the following strategy:
1. Extracting the Controller Code: We are attempting to back up the programming from our current controller.
2. Stocking Spare Parts: If we can successfully replicate the program onto identical, sourced vintage parts, we can keep a programmed spare on hand.
3. Faster Troubleshooting: Having a backup ready will allow us to quickly swap parts during a future failure, minimizing downtime and saving the neighborhood tens of thousands of dollars. Everything related to the event is being explored.
Bob
2026-10-07 23:53
Well Project, Water and Pond discovery, What we have. What we need. What we can do. Copy of the LSCE report you were emailed.
No paperwork provided from previous boards. What we knew about our water was hand-me down rumors of speculation.
Now we have the LSCE report and it clarifies everything. Now we know what we have. Now we can make decisions to protect our future, based on knowledge. Now we know what we are legally entitled too, when the area beings rationing water someday.
Lots of maps and documents were gathered. Now we have an archive of our water flows and pathways to ponds and between ponds.
View Document (PDF)
Now we have the LSCE report and it clarifies everything. Now we know what we have. Now we can make decisions to protect our future, based on knowledge. Now we know what we are legally entitled too, when the area beings rationing water someday.
Lots of maps and documents were gathered. Now we have an archive of our water flows and pathways to ponds and between ponds.
View Document (PDF)
2026-05-07 00:03
Preserve Well Project - Huge focused FAQ from HOA members.
The complete FAQ from many HOA members about the Well/Water projects.
View (Just click on the View Link) specifically focused on Water.
The fastest, easiest ,most cost effective (almost free) way to get such information to you.
View Document (PDF)
View (Just click on the View Link) specifically focused on Water.
The fastest, easiest ,most cost effective (almost free) way to get such information to you.
View Document (PDF)
2026-04-18 15:19
Want to get involved in the community? Want to start your own club/group/committee?
Start Your Own Community Group!
Do you have a hobby or interest you’d love to share with your neighbors? You now have the power to bring people together and build a more vibrant community! Whether it’s a weekly game night or a monthly outdoor adventure, you are empowered to reach out and gather interest from everyone in our neighborhood.
How It Works:
Member-Led, Not Board-Managed: These groups are created and run entirely by community members like you. This keeps the focus on fun and shared interests rather than formal administration.
Promotion Support:
Once you’re ready to start, a committee leader can help spread the word by posting meeting times on the community calendar and sending out "interest blasts" via email to signed-up group members.
Inspiration:
Check out the Community → Committees page for examples of what’s possible. From Chess, Gardening, and Hiking to Knitting, Cards, and "Moms & Daughters" groups, if you can imagine it, you can start it!
A Note on Costs:
To keep these groups accessible and inclusive, we ask that they remain non-commercial. There should be no "membership fees" or profit involved. Of course, groups may decide to share the cost of basic supplies—like a deck of cards, gardening tools, or yarn—to help keep the activities going.
Ready to start? Anything is possible when we come together. Let’s build something great!
Bob
Learn more
Do you have a hobby or interest you’d love to share with your neighbors? You now have the power to bring people together and build a more vibrant community! Whether it’s a weekly game night or a monthly outdoor adventure, you are empowered to reach out and gather interest from everyone in our neighborhood.
How It Works:
Member-Led, Not Board-Managed: These groups are created and run entirely by community members like you. This keeps the focus on fun and shared interests rather than formal administration.
Promotion Support:
Once you’re ready to start, a committee leader can help spread the word by posting meeting times on the community calendar and sending out "interest blasts" via email to signed-up group members.
Inspiration:
Check out the Community → Committees page for examples of what’s possible. From Chess, Gardening, and Hiking to Knitting, Cards, and "Moms & Daughters" groups, if you can imagine it, you can start it!
A Note on Costs:
To keep these groups accessible and inclusive, we ask that they remain non-commercial. There should be no "membership fees" or profit involved. Of course, groups may decide to share the cost of basic supplies—like a deck of cards, gardening tools, or yarn—to help keep the activities going.
Ready to start? Anything is possible when we come together. Let’s build something great!
Bob
Learn more
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