Headwork Rehabilitation and Upgrade - On Demand
Recorded On: 06/14/2022
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- Non-member - $35
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Members: $25.00
Non-Members: $35.00
1.2 contact hours towards CWEA CSM, ECI, MT & EIT Certifications.
The presentation will provide a brief overview of available technology, including new technology that would be of interest for new or upgraded facilities. Two case studies will be presented, one for a new facility design, and one for upgrades to an existing headworks facility.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Headwork Technology Review and Design Considerations
2. Case Study No. 1 – New Headwork Facility Design at San Mateo Wastewater Treatment Plant
3. Case Study No. 2 – Upgrades of the Existing Headworks Facility at Chiquita Wastewater Reclamation Plant, Santa Margarita Water District
Photo by Santa Margarita Water District
Anjali Tharakkal (Moderator)
Water/Wastewater EIT
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Tricia Butler, PE
Chief Engineer
Santa Margarita Water District
Tricia Butler has 30 years of experience in the water industry including over 25 years in private sector water engineering. She spent 3 years early in her career as a water and sanitation technology volunteer with the United States Peace Corps. As the Chief Engineer for the Santa Margarita Water District, Tricia is responsible for capital project implementation. Most recently she led the Chiquita WRP Headworks Upgrades.
Gregorio Estrada, PE
Southwest Region Wastewater Treatment Practice Lead
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Gregorio brings more than 25 years of experience delivering major water and wastewater projects for public agencies across California. With expertise in nutrient removal, membrane treatment processes, and disinfection, he is widely regarded as a trusted technical advisor to utilities navigating evolving regulatory and operational challenges. Beyond his project leadership, Gregorio has been a champion for nurturing the next generation of water professionals, leading numerous internal and external training initiatives focused on treatment facility operations, process optimization, design tools, and data analytics—efforts that have strengthened staff capability, improved institutional knowledge, and supported long-term workforce retention. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University, and is a licensed Civil Engineer in California.
Registrants who view the live webinar to see the slides and hear the audio and then enter the correct attention check code (directions below) will receive 1.2 contact hours towards CWEA's CSM, ECI, MT & EIT Certifications.
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Once you have entered the correct attendance check code, you will be able to create and download an electronic "Certificate of Completion" under the "Contents" tab.