HomeMy WebLinkAbout7046RESOLUTION NO. 7046
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 1992 NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER
PLAN UPDATE AS THE THREE —MILE AREA PLAN FOR THE NORTHWEST QUADRANT OF
THE CITY OF PUEBLO, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION ACT OF 1965
WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission is authorized to prepare
and submit to the City Council for its approval a master plan for the physical
development of the City, pursuant to Section 12 -5 of the Charter of Pueblo; and
WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission, in compliance with the
Municipal Annexation Act of 1965 (Section 31- 12- 105[l][e], CRS [1988 Cum. Supp.]),
has approved a three —mile area plan for the Northwest Quadrant of the City (The
1992 Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan Update
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO that:
SECTION 1:
The 1992 Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan Update heretofore approved by
the City Planning and Zoning Commission and submitted to the City Council, the
original of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved.
SECTION 2:
The 1992 Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan Update is hereby adopted and
shall function as the City of Pueblo's official "three —mile area plan," as
required by Section 31- 12- 105[l][e], CRS [1988 Cum. Supp.] for the Northwest
Quadrant of the City; said plan shall be updated at least annually.
SECTION 3:
All three —mile area plans and all parts thereof heretofore adopted by the City
Council for the Northwest Quadrant of the City are hereby repealed and rescinded,
except insofar as any physical development has been approved pursuant thereto by
the City or any of its agencies, commissions, or boards.
SECTION 4:
This Resolution shall become effective upon final passage.
INTRODUCED DECEMBER 28, 1992
BY: JOHN CALIFANO
Council Person
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Pvesident of the Council
[SEAL]
1992 UPDATE -- NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE PAGE
I. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
II.
A. PURPOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
B. OBJECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
C. ASSUMPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
D. LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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III.
PREFACE
. . . . . . . . . . .
A. COLORADO ANNEXATION REQU . IREMENTS. .
1. Development Eligibility (CRS Title * 31 -12 1 104)
2. Annexation Master Plan (CRS Title 31- 12- 105[l][e]) . . .
3. Annexation Impact Report (CRS Title 31 -12- 108.5) . . . .
B. CITY ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Development Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Drainage Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Sanitary Sewer Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Transportation Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Zoning and Subdivision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Public Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8. Amendments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REFERENCE MATERIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A. THE ENVIRONMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. IMGRID Analysis . . . . . .
2. Section 208 Water Quality Program, Pueblo,Colorado . .
3. General and Engineering Geology of the Northern Part. .
of Pueblo, Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. LAND USE AND INFRASTRUCTURE . . . . . .
1. Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan. .
2. Pueblo Board of Water Works Water Distribution Plan .
3. Sanitary Sewerage and Wastewater Treatment Facilities .
4. City of Pueblo Urban Parks & Recreation Recovery Action
Program (UPARR) Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C. TRANSPORTATION. . . . . . ' . .
1. Analysis District Evaluation To The Year 2010 .
2. The Year 2010 Transportation Plan Report. . . . . . . .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D)
SECTION TITLE PAGE
IV. THE NORTHWEST QUADRANT THREE —MILE ANNEXATION PLAN . . . . . . . 21
PREFACE ......... . 21
....... ...
A. EXISTING AND PROPOSED MAJOR TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS. . . 22
1. East /West Corridors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2. North /South Corridors . . . . . . . . 22
3. Proposed Roadway Construction Standards . . . . . . . . 24
B. THE PROPOSED URBAN EXTENSION AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
C. PUEBLO WEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
D. DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1. Residential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2. Commercial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3. Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4. Mineral Resource Extraction Areas . . . . . . . . . . . 31
E. PUBLIC FACILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1. Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2. Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3. Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
F. PARKS, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
1. Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2. Open Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3. Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
V. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 35
PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 35
A. ENVIRONMENTAL INVENTORY . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 35
1. Bedrock Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 35
2. Surficial Geology . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 39
3 . Landforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 44
4 . Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 44
5. Climate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 44
6. Flora and Fauna . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 46
7. Water Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 47
8. Air Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 49
B. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 50
1. Floodplain Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 50
2. Drywash Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 51
3. Wildfire Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 51
4. Geologic Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 51
5. Mineral Resource Areas . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 54
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D)
S ECTION TITLE
PAGE
VI. INFRASTRUCTURE PLANS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 59
PREFACE . . . . . . .
59
A. TRANSPORTATION NETWORK . . . . .
59
B. WATER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 63
C. WASTEWATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 67
D. ELECTRIC POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 68
E. GAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 70
F. TELEPHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 71
G. CABLE TELEVISION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 71
VII. PUBLIC FACILITIES -- EXISTING AND PROPOSED PLANS. . . . . .
. . . 73
PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
A. SCHOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
1. School District No. 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2. School District No. 70. . . . . . . . . . . 75
3. Detachment and Annexation of School Districts . . . . . 76
B. RECREATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
1. Parks and Recreation. 77
2. Recreational Trails System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
3. Recreational Areas Outside City Limits. . . . . . . . . 81
C. FIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
1. City Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
2. Pueblo West Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
3. Unincorporated Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
4. Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
D. POLICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
1. City Police Department. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
2. County Sheriff Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
VIII. CURRENT ZONING AND LAND USE . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
A. CITY ZONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
B. COUNTY ZONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
C. LAND USES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
1 . General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 89
2 . Farmland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 92
D. LAND OWNERSHIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 92
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1992 UPDATE -- NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN
LISTING OF MAPS
MAP NO. MAP TITLE PAGE
I.
PLANNING AREA , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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II.
PROPOSED URBAN EXTENSION AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
III.
ENTERPRISE ZONE BOUNDARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
IV.
ALTERNATIVE I FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATIONS (2010 TRANSP, PLAN) .
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V.
PROPOSED TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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VI.
PROPOSED LAND USES .
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VII.
PUEBLO WEST METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
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VIII,
PROPOSED RECREATIONAL TRAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IX.
BEDROCK GEOLOGY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36
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SURFICIAL GEOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
XI.
SOIL ASSOCIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
43
XII,
LANDFORMS . . . . . . . .......
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XIII.
DRAINAGE BASINS & 100 YEAR FLOOD AREA
48
XIV,
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPOSITE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
53
XV.
POTENTIAL NATURAL RESOURCE SITES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
56
XVI.
NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION PERMITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
57
XVII.
TRAFFIC ZONES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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XVIII,
WATER PRESSURE ZONES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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XIX.
WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICE AREAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
XX.
ELECTRIC SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
69
XXI,
SCHOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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XXII.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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XXIII.
STATE HONOR FARM BOUNDARY, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
83
XXIV.
FIRE PROTECTION ZONES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
XXV.
CITY ZONING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
90
XXVI.
COUNTY ZONING. .
91
XXVII,
PRIME FARMLAND IF IRRIGATED.
93
LISTING OF TABLES
TABLE
NO. TITLE PAGE
I. DESIGN NOISE LEVEL /LAND USE RELATIONSHIPS . . . . . . . . . . 27
II. GEOLOGIC FORMATIONS -- BEDROCK . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 -38
III. GEOLOGIC PROPERTIES -- SURFICIAL DEPOSITS . . . . . . . . . 41 -42
IV. ANALYSIS DISTRICT EVALUATION TO THE YEAR 2010. . . . . . . . . 61 -62
V. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 60 ENROLLMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
VI. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 70 ENROLLMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
VII. PARK STANDARDS , , . , , , 77
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIII. URBAN RECREATIONAL FACILITIES -- NORTHWEST QUADRANT. . . . . . . . 79
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PUEBLO, COLORADO
I. INTRODUCTION
A. PURPOSE
The Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan is prepared in response to the
Municipal Annexation Act of 1965 (Section 31- 12- 105[l][e], CRS [1988 Cum. Supp.]),
as amended by Senate Bill 45 (1987). Compliance of this act requires that prior
to completion of any annexation, a municipality shall have in place a plan that
generally describes proposed public facilities, utilities, and land uses within a
three -mile limit from current City boundaries. Section 12 -5 of the Charter of
Pueblo authorizes the preparation of a master plan for the physical development of
the City. The Department of Planning and Development is charged with the
responsibility of conducting such long -range planning activities for the City of
Pueblo. The goal of long -range master planning is to provide a framework which
will guide development in a consistent manner. Individual annexation and
development decisions should be made according to criteria that best suits the
overall goals of the City.
The Northwest portion of the City
tremendous amounts of growth; however,
continue at its current level. A
within State Honor Farm boundaries.
developing a master plan for this
strategies including proposed uses and
of Pueblo is not anticipated to experience
growth within Pueblo West is anticipated to
large portion of the Northwest Quadrant is
The State Division of Parks is currently
property which will determine management
lisposal of land.
The Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan 1992 Update addresses potential
growth. The purpose of the plan is to establish specific guidelines and recommend
policy which will ensure that annexation and development is consistent and
compatible with existing land uses, with city land use and transportation
policies, and with State annexation statutes.
B. OBJECTIVE
This annexation master plan will serve as the official "three -mile area plan" for
the Northwest Quadrant. It does not supersede the 1980 Pueblo Regional
Comprehensive Development Plan except insofar as the Three -Mile Plan shall be
used to identify proposed land uses in that area defined as the "proposed urban
extension area" within the Northwest Quadrant. It is designed to be a framework
for development, with sufficient flexibility to be changed as conditions warrant.
The goals of the Northwest Quadrant Plan are:
GOAL 1 : Establish appropriate land use and annexation policies which will guide
development within the Northwest Quadrant. These policies will provide a
standard approach for future annexations and will supplement City zoning
and subdivision regulations.
GOAL 2 : Comply with State annexation laws and Pueblo Board of Water Works
policies.
GOAL 3 : Identify proposed public facilities, utilities, and land uses within the
Northwest Quadrant.
GOAL 4 : Provide an inventory of the planning area in relation to the natural
environment, the infrastructure, and available public facilities.
C. ASSUMPTIONS
For the purposes of this plan, the following assumptions are made:
1. Commercial development west along the Highway 50 Corridor to the existing City
limit line will continue.
2. Industrial development occurring in this study area will balance industrial
development at the Airport Industrial Park.
3. Residential development will steadily increase in the Northwest Quadrant,
especially within Pueblo West.
D. LOCATION
The Northwest Quadrant contains approximately 55 square miles and encompasses an
area which extends three miles from the existing City limit line adjoining the
Northwest portion of Pueblo, Colorado.
The Northwest Quadrant Annexation Master Plan study area is that area bound on the
south by the Arkansas River, on the east by Interstate 25 and Elizabeth Street, on
the north by an east /west boundary line running between Sections 14 and 23 of
Township 19 South, Range 65 West, and on the west by a north /south boundary line
running between Sections 19 and 20 of Township 19 South, Range 65 West, thence
following the boundaries of Pueblo West and the Pueblo Reservoir (See Map I).
This study area has been divided into an Urban (proposed urban extension area) and
a Rural category. The Urban /Rural Demarcation Line identifies the boundary beyond
which urbanization is not anticipated to occur within a 12 -month period following
the adoption of this plan. The term "proposed urban extension area" shall
indicate that area which is considered to be the most probable for annexation due
to the ability to extend municipal service into the area (See Map II).
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II. ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS
PREFACE
This plan is designed to conform with the Municipal Annexation Act of 1965 (Part I
of Article 12 of Title 31, CRS) amended by Senate Bill 45 (1987). This Act
requires a municipality to develop an annexation master plan describing proposed
public facilities, utilities, and land uses within a three —mile limit from current
City boundaries.
A. COLORADO ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS
Senate Bill 45 was passed in the 1987 Session of the Colorado General Assembly.
The following requirements apply to all municipal annexations requested after
May 28, 1987.
1. Development Eligibility (CRS Title 31 -12 -104)
The perimeter of the area proposed for annexation must have no less than one —sixth
contiguity with the annexing municipality. Contiguity may be established by the
annexation of one or more parcel(s) in a series completed simultaneously and
considered together for the purposes of public hearing requirements. Contiguity
shall not be affected by the existence of a platted street or alley, a public or
private right —of —way, a public or private transportation right —of —way or area, and
public lands whether owned by the State, the United States, or an agency thereof
(except County —owned open space), or a lake, reservoir, stream, or other natural
or artificial waterway between the annexing municipality and the land proposed to
be annexed.
Municipality boundaries shall not be extended more than three miles in any
direction from any point of such municipal boundary in any one year. Such
three —mile limit may be exceeded if it would have the effect of dividing a parcel
of property held in identical ownership, provided that at least 50 percent of the
property is within the three —mile limit. Such three —mile limit may also be
exceeded for the annexation of an enterprise zone. The area within the Northwest
Quadrant which is within an enterprise zone is depicted in Map III.
2. Annexation Master Plan (CRS Title 31 -12- 105[11 —[el)
Prior to completion of any annexation within the three —mile area, the municipality
shall have a plan in place for that area which describes the proposed location,
character, and extent of streets, subways, bridges, waterways, waterfronts,
parkways, playgrounds, squares, parks, aviation fields, other public ways,
grounds, open spaces, public utilities, and terminals for water, light,
sanitation, and transportation. Power to be provided by the municipality and the
proposed land uses for the area shall be addressed. Such plan shall be updated at
least once annually.
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3. Annexation Impact Report (CRS Title 31 -12- 108.5)
The municipality shall prepare an impact report concerning any proposed annexation
at least twenty -five days before the date of the hearing. Such report shall not
be required for annexations of ten acres or fewer in total area or when the
municipality and the Board of County Commissioners governing the area proposed to
be annexed agree that the report may be waived. Such report shall include as a
minimum a map or maps of the municipality and adjacent territory to show the
following information:
a. the present and proposed boundaries of the municipality in the vicinity of the
proposed annexation;
b. the present streets, major trunk water mains, sewer interceptors and outfalls,
other utility lines and ditches, and the proposed extension of such streets
and utility lines in the vicinity of the proposed annexation;
c. the existing and proposed land use patterns in the areas to be annexed;
d. a copy of any draft or final pre- annexation agreement, if available;
e. a statement setting forth the plans of the municipality for extending to or
otherwise providing for, within the area to be annexed, municipal services
performed by or on behalf of the municipality at the time of annexation;
f. a statement setting forth the method which the municipality will use to
finance the extension of the municipal services into the area to be annexed;
g. a statement identifying existing districts within the area to be annexed; and
h. a statement on the effect of annexation upon local public school district
systems including the estimated number of students generated and the capital
construction required to educate such students.
B. CITY ANNEXATION REQUIREMENTS
This section describes general guidelines to be followed by those persons
(hereinafter referred to as the Petitioner) wishing to petition the City of Pueblo
for annexation. The minimum requirements the Petitioner must meet are as follow:
o The proposed annexation is a logical extension of the City's boundary
and municipal services; and
o The Petitioner shall submit a Property Master Plan (PMP) to City
Council for adoption. The PMP must comply with the policies of the
Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Plan and the Northwest Quadrant
Annexation Master Plan presently existing and as same may hereafter
be amended.
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The Petitioner shall provide a PMP to City representatives for review. Adequate
time for discussion, debate, and revision should be allowed. The PMP shall
consist of a development plan, a drainage plan, a sanitary sewer report, and a
transportation plan, as follows:
1. Development Plan
The Development Plan-shall be prepared by the Petitioner in consultation with the
City's Subdivision Review Committee and Department of Planning and Development.
This plan must be in accordance with
1971 Code of Ordinances of the City
amended. A phasing plan outlining the
for the Property shall be included in the
2. Drainage Plan
the requirements of Title 12- 4 -6(A) of the
of Pueblo and as same may be subsequently
anticipated order of development
Development Plan.
The Drainage Plan submitted by the Petitioner shall be in accordance with the
Pueblo Storm Drainage Criteria Manua then in effect. This Plan must be
certified by a licensed Professional Engineer competent in the field of surface
water drainage engineering and registered in the State of Colorado.
The Drainage Plan shall address on -site and off -site surface water drainage, as
well as the effects of the proposed development upon downstream properties and
existing drainage facilities. Any associated impact identified in the Drainage
Plan will be mitigated through surface water drainage improvements financed by the
Petitioner. Stormwater detention facilities, designed and constructed in
accordance with the Manual may be used to mitigate the increased runoff due to
development. The Drainage Plan shall include a phasing plan outlining the order
of necessary drainage improvements.
3. Sanitary Sewer Report
The Petitioner shall prepare a Sanitary Sewer Report in accordance with criteria
specified by the Director of Public Works. This report shall be supported by
studies and reports prepared by a licensed Professional Engineer.
The report shall address the
will be designated by the
system and the impact on
addressed. Any impact by
Petitioner through sanitary
Sanitary Sewer Report shall p
needs of the entire sewer drainage basin. This basin
Director of Public Works. The existing wastewater
that system by the proposed development shall also be
the proposed development shall be mitigated by the
sewer improvements financed by the Petitioner. The
rovide a phasing plan for anticipated improvements.
In some cases, the Petitioner will be required to install oversized sanitary
sewers in the PMP area. These oversized sanitary sewers would serve future
development outside the PMP area but within the sewer drainage basin. A Sewer
Participation Cost Recovery Agreement may be entered into between the Petitioner
and- the City. The Petitioner may then be reimbursed for the oversize cost by a
newly benefitted Property owner when any part of the benefitted Property within an
approved subdivision is connected, directly or indirectly, to such oversized
sewers located within the PMP area.
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If the Petitioner constructs sewer improvements downstream from the master plan
area which will serve future development outside the master plan area but within
the sewer drainage basin, the Sewer Participation Cost Recovery Agreement shall
include provisions so that the Petitioner may be reimbursed for a pro -rata share
of the costs of construction of such downstream improvements, plus interest, by
the benefitted Property owner when any part of the benefitted Property is
connected, directly or indirectly, to such sewers.
The Sewer Participation Cost Recovery Agreement shall be in conformity with the
City's then existing ordinances and shall be approved by City Council.
a. Sanitary Sewer Report Criteria
The following criteria will provide guidelines for the planning and design of
sanitary sewers. These guidelines shall include planning criteria and minimum or
maximum control of sewer design and construction. However, in unusual
circumstances or where special conditions dictate, certain deviations from the
standard criteria may be directed or approved by the Director of Public Works.
All improvements to the sanitary sewer system shall be planned and designed to
provide adequate service as specified by the following:
(1) Acreages for separate land uses (i.e., single - family, multifamily, commer-
cial, and industrial) shall be established based upon the Development Plan.
(2) Any sanitary sewer impact shall be computed for the entire sewer drainage
basin including the proposed development or annexation. Mains shall be
designed to accommodate the area as per criteria contained herein.
(3) The report shall include an analysis of the existing sanitary sewerage system
addressing the impact of additional flows, including but not limited to:
(a) the location of all points on the City's existing sewer system where the
new system will connect;
(b) the identification of hydraulic deficiencies in the system caused by the
development (these deficiencies will have been identified by the City
during an initial meeting with the developer);
(c) a discussion of any pumping stations, force mains, packaged treatment
plants, and other special equipment as needed;
(d) any proposed corrections, improvements, or upgrading to relieve the
existing impacted system; and
(e) the financing and scheduling of corrections, improvements, or upgrading
to relieve the existing system, including any Private Sewer Agreements
that may be proposed.
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(4) The report shall discuss and analyze areas upstream of the annexation site,
within the gravity drainage basin, that would impact`a trunk line within the
site.
(5) The report shall identify on a United States Geological Survey (USGS)
Map- -Scale 1 to 24,000- -the gravity drainage basin or basins incorporating
the proposed annexation site and the service boundary for the City's
wastewater treatment plant.
b. Design Criteria for Sanitary Sewers
(1) Design of sanitary sewers shall be in accordance with the minimum design
standards and specifications for subdivisions of the City of Pueblo,
Colorado.
(2) Sewer lines shall be designed to flow at less than their capacity. Lines 15"
or less shall have a design capacity of 50 percent of the pipe depth. Lines
18" or larger shall have a design capacity of 75 percent of the pipe depth.
(3) Flow Factors - -Peak
- Single- Family Residential -- 0.0042 cfs per acre
- Multiple- Family Residential -- 0.0009 cfs per unit
- Commercial -- 0.0040 cfs per acre
- Industrial -- 0.0051 cfs per acre
- High -Water Consuming Industries -- Special Study Required
- Institutional Use -- Special Study Required
- Areas Outside the Development Plan -- 0.0044 cfs per acre
- Average Infiltration /Inflow -- 0.0003 cfs per acre
(4) Areas with a` high potential for groundwater infiltration shall be
identified. These areas shall be designed to allow an infiltration /inflow
(I /I) in accordance with Article 13,. "Specifications for Sanitary Sewers."
Due to rapid conditional changes, the Department of Public Works shall not be
committed to any reported sewer capacities until the property has been legally
subdivided. The information in the Sanitary Sewer Report may need to be updated
and amended during subdivision procedures.
4. Transportation Plan
A Transportation Plan shall be submitted by the Petitioner in accordance with the
following criteria and outline specified by the City Traffic Engineer. The plan
shall be supported by studies and reports prepared by Professional Engineers
competent in the field of transportation and registered in the State of Colorado.
The plan shall be in conformance, at a minimum, with the goals and functional
classifications of the Year 2010 Transportation Plan as presently exists and as
same may hereafter be amended. The plan shall also be in conformance with the
requirements set forth in this Annexation Master Plan. The impact by the proposed
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development (on -site and off -site, if deemed necessary by the City Traffic
Engineer) to the existing and proposed roadway system identified in this study
will be mitigated through traffic improvements financed by the Petitioner (such as
but not limited to additional roadway corridors, traffic signals, signal
interconnect conduit and wire, deceleration /acceleration lanes, and median
islands). The Transportation Plan shall provide a phasing plan of traffic
improvements. The Transportation Plan shall comply with existing and proposed
roadways in adjacent subdivisions.
a. Transportation Plan Requirements
(1) Study Area Boundaries
(a) Description of Study Area Boundaries - -The study area boundaries shall
include the area roadways and intersections.
(b) Existing and Proposed Land Uses -- Proposed land uses shall be based upon
the Development Plan.
(c) Existing and Proposed Study Area Boundary Uses -- Proposed uses for land
areas which are outside the Development Plan, but within the study area
boundaries, shall be based upon existing zoning.
(d) Existing and Proposed Roadways and Intersections
(2) Study Area Trip Generation
(3) Study Area Trip Distribution
(4) Study Area Trip Assignment
(5) Study Area Existing Conditions and Proposed Traffic Volumes - -A study of
morning and evening peak hour site traffic shall be conducted. This study
shall address turning movements and site traffic, plus through- traffic
including turning movements for current conditions. Twenty -year traffic
projections and build -out traffic conditions must be discussed.
(6) Critical Movement Analysis--This analysis shall include a Peak Hour
Volume Capacity Analysis and a Level of Service Analysis at Critical
Intersections for existing conditions and at build -out.
(7) Traffic Signal Progression - -The study shall determine traffic signal
locations using criteria from the Uniform Traffic Control Devices Manual and
corresponding two -way traffic signal progression patterns. Traffic
progression is of paramount importance. A spacing of one -half mile for all
intersections should be maintained to ensure optimum two -way signal
progression. An approved traffic engineering analysis will be made to
properly locate all intersections and connecting access approaches that may
require signalization.
(8) Traffic Accidents - -The plan shall review the number and type of accidents
occurring at study area intersections. This information is available from
the Pueblo Police Department. Estimates of increased or decreased accident
potential shall be evaluated. The consultant will recommend roadway
improvements based 'on accepted safe design practices. The developer shall
only be responsible for additional impact upon existing off -site roadways
and intersections.
(9) Recommendations
(a) The Transportation Plan shall identify the project construction phases
indicating the time and order at which specific street improvements and
traffic controls shall be required.
(b) Proposed expressway -- Pueblo Boulevard extended; proposed principal
arteria is -- Eagleridge and Outlook Boulevards extended and 29th Street
extended; and proposed minor arterials - -Wills Boulevard extended,
High Street extended, Ridge Drive extended, and others as may be
identified - -shall be constructed to standards as stated•in the City's
Code of Ordinances, Title XII, Public Improvements and Planning.
Construction may be phased at the discretion of the City of Pueblo.
(10) Critical Lane Capacity Analysis
(a) The plan shall include a Peak Hour Volume /Capacity (V /C) Analysis at
critical intersections based on traffic generated by development at
build -out. An intersection improvement plan shall be prepared based on
the results of the V/C Analysis.
(11) Study Area Criteria
(a) Trip generation criteria from the Institute of Transportation
Engineers' Trip Generation Guide (latest edition) shall be utilized for
this Transportation Plan.
(b) A Critical Lane Capacity Analysis is to be determined using the current
issue of the Highway Capacity Manual as amended.
(c) Level of Service "C," as defined in the Highway Capacity Manual shall
be the minimum acceptable goal for street design.
5. Zoning and Subdivision
The property shall be zoned and subdivided in conformity with the approved master
plan pursuant to the requirements of Titles 12 and 17 of the 1971 Code of
Ordinances of the City of Pueblo, and as same may be subsequently amended, and the
Land Use Policies of the 1980 Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan and
any subsequent amendments to such plan.
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6. Public Facilities
The Petitioner shall dedicate land and rights —of —way for public uses and
facilities required by the City. These shall include, but are not limited to,
sanitary and storm sewers, utilities, drainage ways, roadways, trail systems, and
parks. The Petitioner at his expense shall construct and install all on —site and
off —site improvements required by the City including, but not limited to, streets,
curbs and gutters, sidewalks, trail systems, bridges, traffic control devices,
sanitary sewers, storm sewers, drainage channel improvements and facilities, but
shall exclude public buildings such as fire stations.
7. Utilities
The Petitioner shall comply with all applicable requirements of the City of Pueblo
(sanitary and storm sewers), Public Service Company (gas), WestPlains Energy
Corporation (electric), Telecommunications, Inc. (TCI Cablevision), and Pueblo
Board of Water Works (water) for the installation of mains, lines, stations, and
any other utility facility.
8. Amendments
The City of Pueblo Department of Planning and Development is currently revising
annexation guidelines. Petitioners should inquire about updated annexation
requirements prior to beginning preparation of the Property Master Plan.
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III. REFERENCE MATERIAL
PREFACE
A number of plans were referenced in the preparation of the Northwest Quadrant
Annexation Master Plan 1991 Update. The three fields of study and documents
referenced are:
A. THE ENVIRONMENT
1. IMGRID Analysis
2. Section 208 Water Quality Program, Pueblo, Colorado.
3. General and Engineering Geology of the Northern Part of Pueblo, Colorado.
B. LAND USE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1. The Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan
2. Pueblo Board of Water Works Distribution Plan
3. Sanitary Sewerage and Wastewater Treatment Facilities
4. City of Pueblo Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery Action Program
C. TRANSPORTATION
1. Analysis District Evaluation to the Year 2010 (by Traffic Zone)
2. Year 2010 Transportation Plan Report
A. THE ENVIRONMENT
1. IMGRID Analvsis
The IMGRID (Improved Grid) Analysis was prepared in 1977 and determined, by
computer analysis and mapping, the geographic location of natural hazards and
resources in Pueblo County, Colorado. The analysis was designed to address the
concerns described in Footnote 37 of Senate Bill 468 (1975) as Pertinent Matters
and includes:
a. Floodplain Hazards;
b. Drywash Channels;
c. Wildfire Hazards;
d. Geologic Hazards
(1) Unstable Slopes
(2) Mud Flows /Debris Fans
(3) Ground Subsidence
(4) Expansive Soils and Rocks
(5) Seismic Effects
(6) Erosion
(7) Radioactivity
e. Mineral Resource Areas
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2. Section 208 Water Quality Program, Pueblo, Colorado
Water Quality Management Planning is required under Section 208 of the Federal
Clean Water Act, Public Law 92 -800. The purpose of this Act is to preserve and
enhance the Nation's water systems. The Pueblo 208 Water Quality Program was
first implemented in 1977 with subsequent updates in 1981, 1984, and 1987 by the
Pueblo Area Council of Governments (PACOG). The Pueblo Water Quality Management
Plan is now comprised of six (6) volumes:
Volume I: 208 Stream Segment Analysis, June, 1977;
Volume II: 208 Point Source, Non -Point Source, Institution /Management
Subplans, June, 1977;
Volume III: 208 Final Plan and Implementation Schedule, July, 1977;
Volume IV: 208 Plan Update, 1981
Volume V: 208 Plan Update, 1984; and
Volume VI: 208 Plan Update, 1987.
These plans, analyzed the main water sources, both ground and surface, for Pueblo
County. Wastewater facilities were examined; point and non -point pollution
sources were assessed; methodology and results of water tests were documented; and
stream segments were analyzed. Surface watercourses included:
a. the Arkansas River -- Segments A, B, and C,
b. the Fountain Creek,
c. the St. Charles River -- Segments A, B, and C,
d. Greenhorn Creek -- Segments A and B,
e. Six -Mile Creek, and
f. the Huerfano River.
The 1987 208 Plan Update reviewed point source pollution, sludge production, and
wastewater disposal by the City and outlying sanitary districts.
3. General and Engineering Geology of the Northern Part of Pueblo, Colorado
This Geological Survey Bulletin 1262 was prepared by Glenn R. Scott in 1969. This
document located bedrock formations and surficial deposits in Pueblo County. The
bulletin also identified general characteristics and engineering concerns for each
geologic member.
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B. LAND USE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1. Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan
The Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan was prepared by the Pueblo
Regional Planning Commission (PRPC ) and adopted by the City of Pueblo and Pueblo
County in 1980. The purpose of this document is to prepare for necessary and
desirable growth through the development of a master plan for physical
development. The plan includes eight major parts, or elements, which address
concerns associated with physical development in the region. The eight elements
are Land Use, Housing, Public Facilities, Environmental Quality, Land
Conservation, Parks and Recreation, Transportation, and Downtown Pueblo.
The overall concept that guides the plan's recommendations is the desire that the
Pueblo region grow in a way that will not detract from the quality of life of its
residents. The plan's goals, policies, and land use recommendations consistently
attempt to reflect the community's desire to be prepared to accept growth which is
deemed to be necessary and desirable for all residents.
2. Pueblo Board of Water Works Water Distribution Plan
In 1979, Black and Veatch, consulting engineers, prepared a water distribution
system study for the Pueblo Board of Water Works. The report provides a master
plan for improvement and construction by the Board in its continuing program of
water distribution. Its purpose was to determine the adequacy of the Pueblo Water
Distribution System in satisfying present and future water needs through the Year
1985. The report provides a general guideline for projections made through the
Year 2000 and contains area development studies to determine present and estimated
future population distribution within the service area. Water demand estimates
and predicted distribution demands on the system were also analyzed.
In addition, in 1976 the Board of Water Works published an informational booklet,
Pueblo's Water System which describes the sources of water supply and follows the
water through the treatment system and to the tap.
3. Sanitary Sewerage and Wastewater Treatment Facilities
The Sanitary Sewerage and Wastewater Treatment Facilities engineering report was
prepared by Sellards and Grigg, Inc., in 1971. The report presents a study of the
City's sanitary sewage and wastewater treatment facilities. Proposals for
additions and corrections to the existing system are set forth in order to plan
for an efficient treatment system for the present and future needs of the City.
The scope of the work within this report includes the following:
a, development of a long -range master plan for the sewerage and establishment of
a service area boundary; and
b. analysis of the existing wastewater treatment plant and recommended
improvements to correct present deficiencies and to provide capacity for
future needs.
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The Department of Public Works for the City of Pueblo is currently updating this
report.
4. City of Pueblo Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery Action Program
The City of Pueblo Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery Action Program ( UPARR) was
prepared by the Pueblo Regional Planning Commission and adopted by City Council in
1981. The UPARR assessed the physical inventory, the rehabilitative capability,
and the concerns of the City of Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department.
This federally funded program was designed to help physically and economically
distressed urban areas improve recreational opportunities. The conclusion of this
report states that Pueblo's physical parks system is evidence of a firm foundation
for providing the open spaces and services needed and requested by its
population. Recent emphasis to provide parks on the neighborhood level has had
positive results, but future planning should consider more strongly the need for
quality design, construction, rehabilitation, renovation, operations, maintenance,
and the need for the development of additional City -wide facilities.
C. TRANSPORTATION
1. Analvsis District Evaluation To The Year 2010 (by Traffic Zone
The Pueblo Analysis District Evaluation To The Year 2010 (by Traffic Zone) was
prepared in December of 1984 by the Pueblo Regional Planning Commission. This
report is part of the "Urban (3 -C) Transportation Planning Process" administered
through the Urban Transportation Planning Division (UTPD) of the Pueblo Area
Council of Governments (PACOG). The report is in support of the transportation
network analysis conducted by agencies involved in preparation of the "Year 2010
Transportation Plan." Projections of population, dwelling units, and employment
are provided for the Years 1990, 2000, and 2010. One hundred and thirty -nine
(139) traffic zones in the Urban "3 -C" Analysis Area and 34 traffic zones in the
non -urban area of Pueblo County have been examined.
The Urban (3 -C) traffic zones were grouped into eleven (11) analysis districts.
Each zone was then examined as to its degree of developable land, stability of
environment, activity type (residential, commercial, or industrial), predominant
age of structures, and historical change in population. Population predictions
were then assigned a share of expected change.
The traffic zones were analyzed as to their future growth and transportation
needs. Information pertinent to the Northwest Quadrant has been included in the
"Transportation Network" section of this report.
2. The Year 2010 Transportation Plan Report
The Pueblo Urban Area Year 2010 Transportation Plan Report, which was adopted in
1989 and published in 1990, was prepared by the Pueblo Area Council of
Governments' Urban Transportation Planning Division, Colorado Department of
Highways Division of Transportation Planning, in cooperation with the U. S.
Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration.
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The report is an end - product of a process that began with an analysis of the
existing transportation system, progressed through development of a long -range
plan, and evolved into a continuing monitoring phase.
The plan's objectives are:
a. To adopt a revised transportation plan for the Pueblo urbanized area with a
long -range planning horizon for the Year 2010.
b. To identify transportation system needs compatible with revised projections of
development in the Pueblo urbanized area through the Year 2010; and
c. To perform a system level evaluation of social, economic, and environmental
impact of alternative land use and transportation plans.
In the Northwest Quadrant, the Year 2010 Transportation Plan identifies the
extension of Pueblo Boulevard north and east to I -25; the extension of
Eagleridge Boulevard northwest to the proposed Pueblo Boulevard extension; the
extension of Outlook Boulevard north to the proposed Pueblo Boulevard extension;
the extension of 29th Street west to existing Pueblo Boulevard; the extension of
Wills Boulevard north to proposed Eagleridge Boulevard extension and south to
existing 24th Street; the extension of High Street from 17th to 24th Streets; and
the extension of Ridge Drive northeast to proposed Outlook Boulevard extension
(See Map IV). The Year 2010 Plan is a statement of present policy toward future
needs. It reflects new development trends, new technologies, and changes in
travel behavior. Employment, population, and dwelling units are projected for 139
traffic zones and seven traffic generators. Trip generation was based on
projected dwelling units and employment. This data was loaded onto collectors,
minor arterials, principal arterials, expressways, and freeways. The system was
then analyzed for deficiencies.
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IV. THE NORTHWEST QUADRANT THREE -MILE ANNEXATION PLAN
PREFACE
The population of the City of Pueblo is predicted to reach 110,000 persons by the
Year 2000, resulting in an increase of 10,000 persons. Recent building activity
indicates that a substantial portion of new residential construction is occurring
in the Northwest Quadrant within Pueblo West. In addition, recent development
proposals in areas such as Eagleridge indicate that this quadrant will experience
continued residential growth. The proximity of the AT &SF railroad tracks and the
industrially zoned land within Pueblo West will facilitate additional industrial
development in the quadrant surrounding the railroad. Proper planning of this
development in this quadrant will ensure compatibility with existing land uses and
will also ensure provision of a smooth transportation system.
This plan is the result of an extensive inventory and analysis of the quadrant's
environmental and man -made conditions. These conditions, along with potential
development restrictions, were simultaneously analyzed in order to identify areas
which would require more restrictive land use and development requirements. The
Northwest Quadrant Three -Mile Annexation Plan will facilitate development by
establishing logical patterns of land use based upon the needs of the community in
accordance with the adopted standards and policies of the City of Pueblo.
It is the intent of this plan to encourage the most appropriate use of the land to
minimize future problems that result from incompatible development. It is further
intended that by identifying the area's present resources, natural and man -made,
the suitable preservation or utilization of these resources will allow for a
carefully developed community.
This plan is designed to meet the requirements of the Municipal Annexation Act of
1965 (Section 31- 12- 105[l][e], CRS [1988 cum. supp.]) as amended by Senate Bill 45
(1987). This 1987 amending bill requires that the plan describe the location,
character, and extent of streets, bridges, waterways, waterfronts, parkways,
playgrounds, parks, aviation fields, and other public grounds, public utilities,
and terminals for water, light, sanitation, transportation, and power to be
provided by the municipality. In addition, the bill requires the identification
of proposed land uses for the area.
The City's "Three -Mile" Annexation Plan is a compendium of all the plans and
reports previously referenced in this document. It shall serve as the official
"three -mile area plan" for the Northwest Quadrant but will not supersede the
Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan except insofar as the Three -Mile
Plan shall be used to identify proposed land uses in that area which is defined as
the "proposed urban extension area" within the Northwest Quadrant. The Three -Mile
Plan shall be used to provide guidance in the review of development proposals and
in the negotiation of annexation agreements.
The boundary of this study area extends three miles west and north of current City
limits. The study area has been partitioned into two areas by an Urban /Rural
Demarcation Line:
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(1) a proposed urban extension area representing that portion of the Northwest
Quadrant in which municipal services could logically be extended to
accommodate growth (See Map II); and
(2) the rural remainder of the study area which will not be master planned.
The primary components of this plan include the identification of existing and
proposed major transportation corridors, the anticipated land use around these
corridors, and specific development guidelines. Secondary components include the
anticipated location of major public facilities and district and urban parks
within the proposed urban extension area.
A. EXISTING AND PROPOSED MAJOR TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS
Roadway proposals for the Northwest Quadrant are intended to provide a transporta-
tion system that will efficiently serve a growing community. These corridors
should be established so that adequate rights -of -way and construction agreements
can be made at the time of subdivision review. The desired alignment of these
corridors is based on a minimum of one -mile spacing between the major
transportation corridor standards. The exact locations of these corridors have
not yet been determined, and Map V is intended only to offer a simulated graphic
depiction of the proposed transportation patterns of the Northwest Quadrant. In
addition, Map V also delineates those roadways identified in The Year 2010
Transportation Plan report (existing corridors) from those roadways that are
long -range planning (proposed) corridors.
The existing major east /west transportation corridors in the Northwest Quadrant
study area are U. S. Highway 50 -A and West 4th Street. Existing major north /south
transportation corridors include Pueblo Boulevard and Santa Fe Avenue.
Transportation corridors and facilities proposed for the Northwest Quadrant
include:
1. East /West Corridors
a. The western extension of W. 29th Street to Pueblo Boulevard (Principal).
b. A bridge over the railroad at W. 24th Street creating a continuous
thoroughfare to Pueblo Boulevard.
c. The western extension of two roads from existing Pueblo Boulevard to meet
existing Joe Martinez Boulevard and existing Linden Avenue, both in
Pueblo West. The determination of which streets will be extended (W. 29th,
W. 24th, W. 21st, and /or W. 18th Streets) and where and how they will
intersect Pueblo Boulevard will require a detailed access study in this area.
2. North /South Corridors
a. The northern (and eastern) extension of Pueblo Boulevard to I -25, serving as a
major transportation loop (Expressway).
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NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN V
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b. The northwestern extension of Eagleridge Boulevard /W. 47th Street to proposed
Pueblo Boulevard extended (Principal).
c. The northern extension of Wills Boulevard from North Drive to proposed
Eagleridge Boulevard extended and the southern extension from U. S. 50 —A to
West 24th Street (Minor).
d. The northern extension of Outlook Boulevard to proposed Pueblo Boulevard and
the southern extension to U. S. 50 —A (Principal).
e. The southern extension of High Street from W. 24th Street to W. 17th Street
(Minor).
f. The northeastern extension of Ridge Drive to proposed Outlook Boulevard
extended (Minor).
g. The southern extension of Purcell Boulevard to State Highway 78, serving as a
major transportation loop (Expressway).
Major grade separated intersections will be necessary at points where
Pueblo Boulevard crosses U. S. Highway 50, at Outlook Boulevard, and at the point
where it intersects with I -25. They will also be necessary where
Purcell Boulevard crosses U. S. Highway 96 and at one or two locations that have
not yet been determined for the roads that will connect Pueblo to Pueblo West, as
described in 1.C. A bridge will be necessary where Pueblo Boulevard crosses the
railroad, north of Highway 50 —A.
3. Proposed Roadway Construction Standards
All roadways within this quadrant shall be constructed to the City's standards
then in effect. The City of Pueblo's goal for street design shall be no less than
Level —of— Service "C," as defined by the Highway Capacity Manual
It is envisioned that a new standard should be developed for transportation
corridors such as Purcell and Pueblo Boulevards. The optimum standard
right —of —way (ROW) for principal arterial corridors should be 150 ft.; this would
include a 125 ft. roadway ROW and a 25 ft. trail ROW. The roadway would be a
minimum of five lanes with six or more lanes being required at the intersection of
major transportation corridors, depending upon projected traffic volume. Public
and private access onto these roadways should be strictly controlled as per the
Colorado State Highway Access Code The two opposing lanes of traffic would be
separated by a median with a minimum width of 20 ft. These medians should be
designed and landscaped in a manner that will minimize maintenance costs and in
accordance with City standards. Noise abatement measures, in the form of
increased building setback and /or construction of noise buffers, should be
required to ensure compatibility of residential development and traffic noise.
These roadways should be constructed to include a minimum of a pedestrian sidewalk
on one side and a trail within the 25 ft. trail ROW on the other. All trail ROW
dedication should be credited to the parkland dedication where appropriate. The
trails shall be constructed as per the Master Trails Plan then in effect.
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The City currently requires developers to pay the entire cost of roadway and
sidewalk construction. Due to the fact that the envisioned standard of these
corridors exceeds the City's current standard, the City may choose to study the
adoption of an impact fee, or alternate system, to help fund the construction of
these corridors.
B. THE PROPOSED URBAN EXTENSION AREA
All residential, commercial, and industrial development within the Northwest
Quadrant (more specifically, the proposed urban extension area) shall conform to
the City's Code of Ordinances then in effect and the goals and policies of the
Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan
It is anticipated that the proposed urban extension area of the Northwest Quadrant
will experience residential, commercial, office, and industrial growth. It is the
intent of the community and of this plan that diverse housing opportunities are
maintained and that commercial and industrial areas be appropriately placed in
relation to existing residential areas (See Map VI).
Urban residential development should be encouraged in the area adjacent to the
existing City limit boundary near the Eagleridge Subdivision extending west to the
railroad, north to proposed Pueblo Boulevard, and west of the existing Northridge
Subdivision to proposed Pueblo Boulevard. Additional urban residential
development is anticipated south of the proposed extension of West 29th Street.
Mobile home parks and subdivisions should be allowed in those areas suitable for
medium - density, urban residential use.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has established Design Noise Level (DNL)
guidelines to protect various land uses and noise - sensitive activities (See
Table I). These levels, expressed in decibels on the "A" weighted scale (dBA),
represent the upper limit of acceptable traffic noise and are used to evaluate the
degree of impact which traffic noise has on human activities. These guidelines
are imposed on those roadways utilizing Federal funding. If traffic noise
computer modeling indicates that noise abatement measures are necessary,
construction of noise barrier walls and /or non - construction techniques will be
considered. Non - construction techniques include prohibition or time restrictions
on certain vehicle types (trucks), exclusive land designation, modifications to
the speed limit, and increased setbacks for construction.
Commercial land uses at the intersections of major transportation corridors should
be encouraged in lieu of strip commercial development. Clustering of subregional
and highway commercial uses should be promoted at the intersections depicted as
commercial nodes on Map VI. Small segments of strip commercial development shall
be permitted along U. S. Highway 50, where currently existing, and in areas in
which access off the highway can be adequately controlled by a frontage road.
Industrial development is anticipated to be a major land use within the proposed
urban extension area due to its proximity to major transportation corridors,
existing industrial uses in the immediate area, and the railroad. Industrial
development should not adjoin a residential area unless a properly designed buffer
is established between the two uses. The buffer design standards shall be
established by the City of Pueblo.
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TABLE I: DESIGN NOISE LEVEL /LAND USE RELATIONSHIPS
LAND USE DESIGN NOISE
CATEGORY LEVEL IN Leq DESCRIPTION OF LAND USE CATEGORY
57 dBA
A (Exterior) Tracts of lands in which serenity and quiet are of
extraordinary significance and serve an important
public need, and where the preservation of those
qualities is essential if the area is to continue to
serve its intended purpose. Such areas could include
amphitheaters, particular parks or portions of parks,
or open spaces which are dedicated or recognized by
appropriate local officials for activities requiring
special qualities of serenity and quiet.
67 dBA
B (Exterior) Residences, motels, hotels, public meeting rooms,
schools, churches, libraries, hospitals, picnic areas,
playgrounds, active sports areas, and parks.
72 dBA
C (Exterior) Developed lands, properties, or activities not included
in Categories "A" and "B" above.
D -- dBA For requirements on undeveloped lands, see paragraphs
lla and c of FHPM 7 -7 -3.#
52 dBA
E ** (Interior) Residences, motels, public meeting rooms, schools,
churches, libraries, hospitals, and auditoriums.
Federal —Aid Highway Program Manual (FHPM), Federal Highway Administration,
Volume 7, Chapter 7, Section 3.
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See paragraphs 8c, d, and e of FHPM 7 -7 -3 for method of application.
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Portions of the proposed urban extension area are within a 100 -year floodplain.
Unless the development can qualify for a flood hazard development permit, most
types of development within this floodplain should be discouraged. It should be
encouraged that due to floodplain development restrictions, the majority of those
areas within a 100 -year floodplain should be utilized as "open space" or "open
space /wildlife."
A portion of the State Honor Farm property is located within the proposed urban
extension area (See Map VI). This 320 acre State -owned property is currently
being master planned by the State Parks Department, and at this point it is
anticipated that the property will either be used as open space, leased to the
City for an undetermined use, developed as industrial property, or disposed of.
There have been no formal negotiations for the City to lease the property. This
320 -acre parcel is bisected by the above - described floodplain. Development of
this area will require the developer to obtain a flood hazard development permit.
It is recommended that land within the State Honor Farm, which is earmarked for
disposal (as described in Section VII -- Public Facilities -- Existing and Proposed
Plans) along with the proposed roadways from Pueblo Boulevard to Pueblo West, be
included into a "State Honor Farm Planning Study Area." This property and these
roadways will be looked at in greater detail (i. e., proposed land uses, need, and
location of roadways) in this proposed study.
C. PUEBLO WEST
Also within the study area of the Northwest Quadrant lies a portion of the
Pueblo West community. Pueblo West, a metropolitan district located six miles
northwest of the City of Pueblo, covers over 30,000 acres (See Map VII). None of
Pueblo West is located within the proposed urban extension area.
However, the proximity of Pueblo West to the City of Pueblo has greatly affected
long -range planning in the Northwest Quadrant for the reason that approximately
27,500 of its 33,000 plus acres have already been subdivided into 19,870 plus
lots. The lots are zoned for urban, rural, mobile home, and multifamily
residential, commercial, and industrial uses. Only a small fraction of these lots
have been developed. Availability of these already subdivided lots will impact
development in the area between the boundaries of Pueblo West and the City of
Pueblo.
Sales of Pueblo West lots began in 1969 and to date approximately 85 percent of
the project has been sold. The 1970's showed a very slow build -out rate for
Pueblo West and in 1976 it was anticipated that it would take approximately 200
years for the community to achieve its full projected population of 65,000. The
1980's, however, have shown a great increase in new construction and for the past
several years building permit data indicates that the majority of new
single - family residential construction in Pueblo County is occurring in
Pueblo West. The 1980 Census showed the population of Pueblo West to be 2,618
persons; 1988 data from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs estimates the
population to be 3,875 persons.
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The Pueblo West Metropolitan District governs the services provided to lot
purchasers and is empowered to acquire, operate, and maintain a domestic water
system, a sanitary sewer system (to all lots less than one acre in size), surface
and stormwater drainage, fire protection, street paving, curbs, gutters, and
culverts, bridges, sidewalks, lighting, traffic and safety controls, and parks and
recreational facilities.
D. DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES
All development within the Northwest Quadrant shall be undertaken in accordance
with the then existing City Code of Ordinances and the Policies of the Pueblo
Regional Comprehensive Development Plan
The following guidelines should be considered at the time of development for
properties within this quadrant.
1. Residential
a. Rural - residential development shall be permitted on slopes of 20 percent or
greater if submitted with appropriate geology and soils tests that support
little or no on -site or off -site hazards which will result due to this
development.
b. Transitional high- density residential (R -4, R -5, R -6) or office (0 -1)
development should occur between single - family residential (R -1, R -2) and
commercial (B -1, B -2, B -3) land uses.
c. No single - family residential units (R -1, R -2, R -3, R -4) shall be permitted
private access onto major transportation corridors.
d. The Colorado State Highway Access Code shall be followed in permitting a
common access onto major transportation corridors for multiple residential
units (R -5, R -6, R -7).
e. All residential units adjacent to principal arterials and expressways shall be
required to provide properly engineered noise buffers (e.g., berms, fencing,
landscaping, or increased setback) between the residence and the roadway. The
buffers must meet a design standard, to be established by the City of Pueblo.
f. Every effort should be made to link residential development within the City's
Master Trails System.
2. Commercial
a. Clustering of neighborhood and highway commercial uses depicted as commercial
nodes on Map VI should be permitted if compatible with existing land uses.
b. The Colorado State Highway Access Code shall be followed in permitting a
commercial access onto major transportation corridors.
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3. Industrial
a. Industrial development should not be permitted adjacent to residential areas.
If such an industrial area develops, it must be contingent upon the
construction of an adequate buffer between the two uses.
b. The Colorado State Highway Access Code shall be followed in permitting an
industrial access onto major transportation corridors.
C. Industrial development mixed with highway commercial uses shall be permitted
adjacent to the proposed extension of Pueblo Boulevard and existing
U. S. Highway 50.
4. Mineral Resource Extraction Areas
All mineral resource extraction areas adjacent to residential units shall be
required to provide properly engineered noise buffers between the extraction area
and the residences. The buffers must meet a design standard, to be established by
the City of Pueblo.
E. PUBLIC FACILITIES
1. Police
There are currently no plans to locate a Police substation within the area covered
by the Three -Mile Annexation Plan.
2. Fire
Fire Department standards require that new fire stations be central to their
service area. No point should be further than one and one -half miles from the
station. Additional fire stations will be required to provide protection to the
proposed urban extension area at build -out. The exact locations of new fire
stations have not been investigated, as these locations will be dependent upon
where development takes place, new road construction, number and density of new
buildings, and other factors which may affect response time.
3. Schools
The proposed urban extension area is within both School Districts Nos. 60 and 70
boundaries. A decision to build a new school facility is made on a case -by -case
basis. School District No. 60 currently possesses future school sites in the
Northridge and Eagleridge Subdivisions. District 60 is currently exploring
obtaining a $26 million loan for the construction of two elementary schools and
various other capital construction projects. Whether one of these school sites
would be developed has not been specifically stated.
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F. PARKS, OPEN SPACE, AND T RAILS
1. Parks
Due to the proximity of the State Reservoir, the Nature Center, and the Pueblo
Motor Sports Park to the Northwest Quadrant, it is generally believed that
adequate recreational facilities exist to serve the proposed urban extension
area. As residential development occurs, it may become necessary to develop new
parks in these areas to meet new demands. Parks shall be dedicated by the
developer of residential areas, as per the City Subdivision Ordinance,
Section 12- 4 -7(e), or as may subsequently be amended. The City of Pueblo will not
accept the dedication of a park site unless said property meets the criteria for
provision of free water as set forth by the City of Pueblo Board of Water Works'
Rules and Regulations.
a. Neighborhood Park
A neighborhood park shall be developed on a minimum of five acres of land that is
accessible to all subdivision residents. A neighborhood park shall provide
sufficient areas for recreational activities including but not limited to
playgrounds, multipurpose courts, and open and shaded grassed areas.
When possible, dedicated parkland shall be located adjacent to school district
facilities for share usage. Dedication of drainage ways, steep slopes, or other
"nondevelopable land" for parks is not be permitted. The City may accept drainage
ways as a part of the master trails system if they are identified on the master
trails map and are improved in accordance with the Storm Drainage Criteria Manual
b. District Park
A district park should be planned for the northeast corner of the intersection of
W. 24th and High Streets (See Map VI). This proposed park site contains 80
acres. It is anticipated to be developed as a sports complex consisting of a
four -field baseball area, several soccer fields, picnic shelters, some playground
equipment, and a jogging track around the perimeter of the park.
2. Open Space
Open spaces are areas of non - developed land. They can include or consist of
unique natural areas, historic locations, or other amenities. Such spaces can
create a community's individual identity. Open space offers relief from urban
activities and growth pressures.
Although it is not located within the proposed urban extension area, open space
along the Arkansas River will be discussed due to its importance to the Pueblo
area. The Arkansas River floodplain is considered to be critical riparian habitat
by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. Every attempt should be made to maintain
this designated 100 -year floodplain in its natural state. Every effort should be
made to reclaim and enhance those areas of the floodplain where previously
disturbed and /or developed. These open spaces may be traversed by developed
bicycle /pedestrian trails and scenic, historic, or archaeological viewing areas.
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In such case where development on a floodplain is to be considered, a flood hazard
development permit shall be obtained. The flood hazard development permit must
demonstrate that the encroachment shall not result in any increase in flood levels
during the occurrence of the base flood discharge. Any development within the
floodplain shall be in accordance with the City Code of Ordinances, then in
effect.
3. Trails
To ensure continuity of the bicycle and pedestrian trails system, all developers
should be responsible for the dedication of rights —of —way and the extension of
those trail corridors through their development.. Alternately, they may be
required to pay a fee towards construction of the master trails system. These
trails shall be identified by the City of Pueblo's Bicycle System and Trails Plan,
then in effect. The trails and bicycle lane system should be located along major
roadways, natural scenic areas, river floodplains, arroyos, parks and school
locations, watercourses, and central commercial centers. All trails shall be
constructed pursuant to standards set forth by the Bicycle System and Trails Plan,
then in effect.
Map VIII illustrates existing and potential trail locations. These lie primarily
parallel to major roadways. A trail has been proposed to continue to follow
Wildhorse Creek to meet the proposed extension of Pueblo Boulevard. It is also
proposed that the existing trail along Pueblo Boulevard be extended along the
proposed extension of Pueblo Boulevard to I -25.
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V. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
PREFACE
The purpose of this review is to provide an understanding of current environmental
conditions, identify potential hazards, and determine the potential for mineral
resource extractions in the Northwest Quadrant. The results of this review will
then be used as a planning tool to ensure that environmental constraints are
recognized and mitigated prior to development and that environmentally sensitive
lands are conserved. Section A, Environmental Inventory, identifies geological,
topographical, and biological characteristics of the study area. Climate, air
quality, and water quality are also addressed. Section B, Environmental
Constraints, identifies potential hazardous areas and mineral resource reserves.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL INVENTORY
1. Bedrock Geoloqv
Bedrock is the undisturbed, unbroken rock at earth's surface upon which
transported surficial deposits lie. The bedrock in the Northwest Quadrant is
primarily of sediment and marine origin (70 to 100 million years old). From an
economic point of view, sedimentary rocks are extremely important because many of
our natural resources are formed by sedimentary processes. Some of the most
familiar natural resources that are found in the Northwest Quadrant include sand
and gravel.
Since sedimentary rocks are produced by interactions of the hydrologic system and
the earth's crust, they record the history of physical and biological events on
the earth. From this record, we are able to interpret ancient mountain building
and specific erosion patterns that may impact development.
The bedrock in the Northwest Quadrant consists of Pierre Shales (Kpl), Niobrara
Formations (Kn), Carlile Shale, Greenhorn Limestone, Graneros Shale, and Dakota
Sandstone (Kcg) (See Map IX). Members of the Pierre Shales include Rusty Zone of
Gilbert, Sharon Springs member, Apache Creek Sandstone member, and Transition
member. Members of the Niobrara Formations include Fort Hays Limestone and the
overlying Smoky Hills Shale member. Fort Hays Limestone consists of approximately
82 percent limestone and 18 percent shale and does not pose any severe limitations
to development. The Smoky Hill Shales member consists of Upper Chalk Unit, Upper
Chalky Shale Unit, Middle Chalk Unit, Middle Shale Unit, Lower Limestone Unit,
Lower Shale Unit, and the Shale and Limestone Unit. The Smoky Hill Shale member
collectively is 700 ft. thick. Members of the Carlile Shales include Fairport
Chalky Shale, Blue Hill Shale, Codell Sandstone Shale, and Juana Lopez. Greenhorn
Limestone includes Bridge Creek Limestone, Hartland Shale, and Lincoln Limestone
members. Their corresponding geologic properties can be found in Table II.
Limited beds of Bentonite can be found in both the Carlile and Smoky Hill Shale
formations. Bentonite has a high clay content which expands when the water level
is increased and can cause damage to structures. Engineering techniques should be
researched and utilized in areas that have been determined to have expansive
soils. In addition, erosion of the Carlile Shale and difficulty of excavation of
the Smoky Hill Shale member pose the primary engineering concerns in the area.
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MATERIAL
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DIRECTLY
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THICK-
ENGINEERING
FOUNDATION
SHRINK/
EXCAVATION
UNDER
FOWTION
MEMBER
BOL
NESS
PROBLEMS
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ABILITY
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Swelling
clays,
Low bearing
capacity,
Poor per-
meability,
Poor
Pierre
& Sulfate
Fair to
Not
permeability.
Shale
Rusty Zone
Kpc
440'
reaction
Very Poor
High
Easy
Suitable
Erodes easily.
Large
Pierre
Sharon
Above
concre-
Shale
Springs
Kps
113'
Minor
Average
Sane
tions.
Not Good
High clay.
To7ft.
Swelling
easy; more
Apache
clays;
difficult
Poor
Pierre
Creek
Sulfate
Fair to
below/
Not
permeability.
Shale
Sandstone
Kpa
200'
reaction
Poor
High
blasting
Suitable
Erodes easily.
Major
swelling
clays;
To 5 ft.
Sulfate
easy; more
Poor
Pierre
reaction
Fair to
difficult
Not
permeability.
Shale
Transition
Kpt
228'
impermeable
Poor
High
below.
Suitable
Erodes easily.
Difficult
Fort Hays
below
Not
Poor
Niobrara
Limestone
Kf
40'
Minor
Excellent
None
3 ft.
Suitable
permeability.
To 5 ft.
Sane.
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Difficult
Difficult
Too
Niobrara
Upper Chalk
Ksuc
8'
excavation
Excellent
None
excavation
Coarse
No erosion.
Severe
swelling
clays;
Upper
Sulfate
Difficult
Poor
Chalky
reaction
Fair to
backhoe
Not
permeability.
Niobrara
Shale
Ksus
265'
inpem eable
Poor
High
excavation
Suitable
Erodes easily.
Middle
Slight dif-
Chalk
ficulty in
Frost
Niobrara
Unit
Ksmc
28'
excavation
Excellent
Some
Difficult
Unknown
susceptibility.
Severe
Middle
swelling
Fair to
Easy to
Not
Poor
Niobrara
Shale
Ksms
283'
clay
Poor
High
10 ft.
Suitable
pen
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TABLE II: GEOLOGIC FORMATIONS -- BEDROCK (CONTINUED)
USE AS BASE
TYPICAL
MATERIAL
SYM-
THICK-
ENGINEERING
FOUNDATION
SHRINK/
EXCAVATION
DIRECTLY
FORMATION
MEMBER
BOL
NESS
PROBLEMS
STABILITY
SWELL
ABILITY
RIDER ROAD
COMMENTS
Some.
Lager
Difficult
Niobrara
Limestone
Ksll
38'
excavation
Good
High
Difficult
Unknown
No erosion.
Severe
Fairly
Slight
Lower
swelling
Poor to
easy to
permeability.
Niobrara
Shale
Ksls
56'
clay
Good
High
10 ft.
Unknown
No erosion.
some.
Slight
Shale/
Swelling
Fair to
permeability.
Niobrara
Limestone
Kssl
21'
hazard
Good
Some
Difficult
Unknown
No erosion.
Fairport
Carlile
Chalky
Fair to
Easy to
Shale
Shale
Kc
99'
Minor
Poor
Some
10 ft.
Unknown
Easily eroded.
Blue
Severe
Carlile
Hill
steep
Fair to
Easy to
Shale
Shale
Kc
101'
slopes
Poor
None
5 ft.
Unknown
Easily eroded.
Codell
Good
Carlile
Sandstone
Very
permeability.
Shale
Shale
Kc
30'
None
Excellent
None
difficult
Unknown
Slow erosion.
Crops out as shaley sandstone containing thin,
discontinuous lenses of
Carlile
Juana
calcarenite
between the
Codell Sandstone member
of the Carlile Shale
Shale
Lopez
Kc
2'
formation and the Fort Hays Limestone
member of the Niobrara formation.
Poor
Bridge
Some.
permeability,
Greenhorn
Creek
Swelling
Very
drainage, and
Limestone
Limestone
Kgh
52'
hazard
Excellent
Some
difficult
Unknown
erosion.
Severe
Greenhorn
Hartland
steep
Fair to
Easy to
Frost
Limestone
Shale
Kgh
59'
slopes
Poor
Some
10 ft.
Unknown
susceptibility.
Greenhorn
Lincoln
Fair to
Easy to
Limestone
Limestone
Kgh
38'
Minor
Poor
High
8 ft.
Unknown
Easily eroded.
Some.
Graneros
Swelling;
Fair to
Easy to
Contains large
Shale
N/A
Kg
103'
Hazard
Poor
High
8 ft.
Unknown
concretions.
Hardness
necessitates
Dakota
Very
breaking and
Sandstone
N/A
Kd
40'
None
Excellent
None
difficult
Unknown
blasting.
2. Surficial Geology
Some of the bedrock in the Northwest Quadrant is covered by surficial deposits
(See Map X). This material is composed of clay, silt, sand and gravel, and other
substances which have been deposited by running water and wind. These surficial
deposits overlie the sedimentary bedrock except where faulting, folding, or
erosion have exposed bedrock sections. Surficial deposits in the Northwest
Quadrant include Post -Piney Creek Alluvium, Colluvium, Piney -Creek Alluvium,
Eolian Sand, Broadway Alluvium, Louviers Alluvium, and Slocum Alluvium. The
geologic properties of these deposits are located in Table III. The USGS has
detailed maps locating surficial deposits in the Northwest Quadrant. It is
recommended that these maps be used as reference during all stages of planning and
development.
a. Soils
A soil association refers to a landscape that has a distinctive pattern of soils
composition in defined proportions. Map XI illustrates soil associations in the
Northwest Quadrant. These soils have been classified into three groups: River
Bottom and Terrace Soils, Plains Soils, and Foothills Soils.
The following information provided in this Master Plan refers to general soil
compositions. More specific information is available and should be referenced for
detailed Planning and Development decisions.
As shown on Map XI, the soils in the Northwest Quadrant and their characteristics
are:
(1) River Bottom and Terrace Soils
#7: Las Association - -Warm, deep, poorly and somewhat poorly drained,
nearly level soils on floodplains.
(2) Plains Soils
#8: Manvel, Minnequa, Penrose Association - -Warm, deep, and shallow,
well- drained, gently sloping soils on uplands plains.
(3) Foothills Soils
#39: Cascajo and Sunsil Association - -Warm, deep, and shallow,
excessively drained to well- drained, gently sloping to moderately
steep soils on uplands breaks.
#46: Penrose Association - -Warm, shallow, well- drained, steep and
moderately steep soils on uplands breaks.
#47: Gaynor, Samsil, Limon Association - -Warm, deep, and shallow,
well- drained, gently sloping to moderately steep soils on uplands
breaks.
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TABLE III: GEOLOGIC PROPERTIES — SURFICIAL DEPOSITS
USE AS
BASE
MATERIAL
TYPICAL DIRECTLY
SURFICIAL SYM- THICK- FOUNDATION SHRINK/ EXCAVATION UNDER
DEPOSIT BOL NESS ENGINEERING PROBLEMS STABILITY SWELL ABILITY ROAD
Post -
Piney
CMIENTS
Creek
Poor to
Not
Shallow
Alluvium
Qpp
10'
Flood Hazard
Good
N/A
Easy
Suitable
groundwater table.
Post -
Piney
Terrace deposits
Creek
Poor to
Not
intermediate
Alluviun
Qpp
30'
Flood Hazard
Good
N/A
Easy
Suitable
between Qp & Opp.
High
High sulfate;
Not anticipated
expan-
erodes easily;
because so
Fair to
sive
Not
thin; poor
Colluviun
Qc
10'
thin layer
Poor
clay
Easy
Suitable
permeability.
Many engineering
problems;
Piney
expansive soils
Creek
settling;
Poor to
Poor
Alluviun
Qp
25'
low topography.
Good
High
Easy
Poor
permeability.
Little
Eolian
Good to
to
Not
Good
Sand
Qes
20'
None
Poor
None
Easy
Suitable
permeability.
Little
Broadway
Fair to
to
Good
Alluviun
Qb
10' -25'
None
Good
None
Easy
Suitable
permeability.
To 10 ft.
easy;
Little
Nbre
Fine;
Broadway
Fair to
to
difficult
Not
Dunp fill coarse.
Alluviun
Qba
—
We
Good
None
below.
Suitable
Concrete aggregate.
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TABLE III: GEOLOGIC PROPERTIES — SURFICIAL DEPOSITS (CONTINUED)
USE
AS BASE
MATERIAL
TYPICAL DIRECTLY
SURFICIAL SYM- THICK- FOUNDATION SHRINK/ EXCAVATION UNDER
DEPOSIT BOL NESS ENGINEERING PROBLEMS STABILITY SWELL ABILITY ROAD 09+u TS
Fine; Poor (Overlain by silt)
to Good; Fine to coarse -
Coarse; grained. Excel -
Louviers Good to lent permeability.
Alluviun Q1 20' None Excellent None Easy Suitable Erodes easily.
Fine; Poor (Overlain by silt)
to Good; Fine to coarse -
Coarse; grained. Excel -
Louviers Good to lent permeability.
Alluviun Qla 20' None Excellent None Easy Suitable Erodes easily.
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Fine; Poor
(Overlain by silt)
to Good;
Fine to coarse -
Coarse;
grained. Excel -
Louviers
Good to
lent permeability.
Alluviun Qlla 20' None
Excellent None Easy
Suitable Erodes easily.
Slocun
Poor to
Alluviun Qs 25' Variable
Excellent Minor Easy
Suitable Variable.
Slocun
Poor to
Alluviun Qsa 25' Variable
Excellent Minor Easy
Suitable Variable.
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3. Landforms
Landforms are referred to as the topographical
area. They are a result from the interaction
process, and stage. Structure is referred to as a
structure that is found in the area. Process
erosional element which modifies the structure.
time in which the erosion takes place.
characteristics in a specific
of three factors -- structure,
n existing surface or geologic
is the natural and chemical
Stage indicates the length of
Elevations in the study area range from 4,705 ft. above sea level at the
Arkansas River to 5,212 ft. above sea level at Liberty Point.
Physical characteristics of the Northwest Quadrant are illustrated on Map XII;
they include a mesa, a terrace mesa, the floodplain of the Arkansas River, and
plains.
4. Drainage
The drainage basins in the Northwest Quadrant study area are the Fountain Creek
Basin, Dry Creek Basin, and an unnamed basin (See Map XIII). These basins are
north bank tributaries to the Arkansas River, the region's primary watercourse.
To obtain the greatest benefit from gravitational flow, the ultimate location of
sanitary and storm sewers will be dictated by these drainage basins.
a. Floodplains
A floodplain is that flat area along the course of a river or stream that is
naturally subject to flooding. A 100 -year floodplain has a one - percent chance of
flooding in any one year, or once every 100 years. The Arkansas River and the
Dry Creek Arroyo are classified as 100 -year floodplains (See Map XIII). The
Environmental Constraints of these arroyos are described in Section B.
The Arkansas River is the major river in
District constructed flood levees along
1921. The Bureau of Reclamation's Pueblo
Project) was completed in 1975. The levee
protection to the Pueblo area west and
confluence.
Pueblo County. The Pueblo Conservancy
the Arkansas River after the flood of
Dam and Reservoir (Fryingpan- Arkansas
systems provide standard project flood
immediately east of the Fountain Creek
b. Pueblo Reservoir
The Pueblo Reservoir is located southwest of the study area and is incorporated
into a large State park. This area provides many acres of habitat and offers
fishing, hunting, boating, camping, and other recreational opportunities.
5. Climate
The Pueblo region is located in the transition zone between the temperate and hot,
arid climatic regions. The climate is characterized by abundant sunshine,
low relative humidity, light to moderate winds, large daily temperature
variations, and light precipitation. Average annual precipitation is
approximately 11.6 inches.
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Temperatures in the summer reach 90 degrees or higher approximately one out of
every two days. Afternoon thunderstorms account for much of the summer precipita-
tion, with the probability of measurable precipitation being one day out of four.
6. Flora and Fauna
Plant and animal associations are groups of species co- existing in a complementary
manner. Groups of associations are called communities. A biotic zone consists of
an association of communities. These zones are defined by soil, moisture,
climate, and the biotic history of the area. These conditions determine the
nature and distribution of plant and animal habitat.
The Northwest Quadrant study area is contained within the "Plains" biotic zone.
This zone characteristically lies between 3,500 and 5,500 ft. in elevation and
experiences minimal precipitation. The area is considered semiarid. Most of the
vegetation can tolerate long periods of drought. The dominant vegetation is
prairie grass.
The plant associations in the Northwest Quadrant include:
a. Grasslands of the Plains - -Blue grama is the dominant grass with smaller traces
of Western wheatgrass, Galleta, Alkali, Sacaton, and Inland salt grass.
Flowering Saltbrush, Rabbitbrush, and Greasewood are the predominant shrubs.
b. Woodlands of the River Bottoms -- Varying amounts of Cottonwoods, Willows,
Rabbitbrush, Forbes, Sages, Cattails, Wild rye, Alkali sacaton, Inland salt
grass, Muhly, and Sand dropseed.
Habitat is valued in terms of food sources, vegetative cover, water
availability, shelter, and breeding grounds. Different animal species relate
to different habitat.
Disturbance to or extinction of any one habitat, plant, or animal species can
have an impact on another species. Preservation and protection of habitat and
species is imperative in maintaining the integrity of a native plant and of
animal populations.
c. Woodlands of the Foothills and Plains -Pinon Pine and /or One Seed and Rocky
Mountain junipers, along with an occasional Ponderosa Pine, Mountain Mahogany,
Skunkbrush, Sumac, and Gambel oak. Principal grasses include Indian rice
grass, Needle grasses, Big and Little blue stem, Blue grama, Sideoats grama,
and Western wheatgrass.
Wildlife populations interacting with landforms, soils, moisture, climate, plant
associations, and other animals create wildlife habitat. The more habitat
available, the greater the diversity of species which can be supported. The
habitat groupings in the Northwest Quadrant are Riparian, Urban, and Woodland
Plains breaks, and Grasslands. Habitat is valued in terms of food sources,
vegetative cover, water availability, shelter, and breeding grounds. Different
animal species relate to different habitat.
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According to the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the Arkansas River floodplain is
considered to be critical "Riparian habitat." Critical habitat is that which
offers rare or limited environmental conditions and includes those areas which
support rare and endangered plant or animal species. Animal inhabitants of the
area include coyotes, antelope, small mammals, small birds, quail, larger raptors,
crows, and a variety of waterfowl. The Arkansas River is included in the
wintering ground of endangered species such as the American Bald Eagle, the Golden
Eagle, and the Night Heron. It is imperative that the river environment is
preserved and that endangered species are protected from further urban
encroachment. Zoning for parks and recreational open space is encouraged in the
floodplain to help facilitate this preservation.
Disturbance to or extinction of any one habitat, plant, or animal species can have
an impact on other species. Preservation and protection of habitat and species is
imperative in maintaining the integrity of native plant and animal populations.
7. Water Quality
The Northwest Quadrant consists of three drainage subbasins (See Map XIII). The
subbasins are tributary to the Arkansas River Basin. To ensure the quality and
acceptability of Colorado's waters for beneficial use, water quality standards and
classifications have been adopted by and for the waters of the State, including
the Arkansas River.
The mainstem segment
the Middle Arkansas
is located between
above the confluenc
Class I Recreation
Domestic Water Supply
of the Arkansas River within the study area is referred to as
River, Segment 2, by the Section 208 Water Quality Plan. It
the outlet of the Pueblo Reservoir and a point immediately
with the Wildhorse /Dry Creek Arroyo and is classified as a
and Cold Water Aquatic Life, and a Class II Agriculture and
stream segment.
This mainstem is immediately east of the Pueblo Reservoir. Due to the settling of
suspended particles in the slower moving waters of the reservoir, water leaves the
Dam outlet cooler and clearer than it entered.
The 1977 Section 208 Stream Segment Analysis describes this segment of the
Arkansas River as a swift flowing, near pristine river which is rich in dissolved
oxygen and low in temperature and toxic chemicals. The parameters and results in
which this stream segment was analyzed include:
PARAMETER RESULT
Dissolved Oxygen Consistently High
Un- ionized Ammonia Within Safe Limits
Fecal Coliform Within Safe Limits
Suspended Solids Exceeds recommended limits for Cold Water Aquatic Life
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City of Pueblo Department of Planning & Developme MAP:
NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN XIII
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These conditions support the use of this segment as a Primary Contact Recreation- -
Aquatic Life -- Surface Water Supply area.
The 1987 Section 208 Plan Update Nonpoint Source Pollution Assessment considers
this segment to have "low- priority" impact. This is to say that "water quality
data indicate no significant adverse impact on this stream segment by nonpoint
source pollution." The Plan Update did not provide specific data.
Groundwater in the Northwest Quadrant planning area is of poor quality, with
concentrations of dissolved solids ranging from average to high. The groundwater
is very hard. Calcium and sulfate are the predominant dissolved chemical
constituents.
8. Air Quality
Air quality in the Northwest Quadrant, as in the entire Pueblo County region, is
in compliance with Federal standards set by the Clean Air Act (1963) and its
subsequent amendments. Recent clean air programs and the CF &I Steel Corporation
production cutbacks have resulted in vast improvements in Pueblo's air quality.
Air quality is determined by measuring specific particles which are suspended in
the atmosphere. One way of measuring the suspended particles is by monitoring the
Total Suspended Particles (TSP's). In October, 1987, a new system that monitors
suspended particulates -- Particulate Matter 10 Microns or less (PM- 10) - -was
installed by the Pueblo City- County Health Department, replacing TSP monitoring.
Test results have indicated a steady increase in air quality for the Pueblo
region. Pueblo is considered "low priority" as a result of its consistent
compliance with Ambient Air Quality Standards and thus is only required to
continue regular air quality.
The 1988 PM -10 results indicate that the Pueblo region has a 14 percent chance of
noncompliance with Federal Ambient Air Quality Standards. Those areas with a 20
percent or greater chance of noncompliance must have a State Implementation Plan
in place. This implementation plan outlines procedures directed at decreasing
pollution and thereby decreasing the chance of noncompliance.
There are no monitoring stations
Currently, PM -10 monitoring stations
concentration of activity, this area
Case" scenario of particulate readings.
located within the Northwest Quadrant.
are located in Downtown Pueblo. Due to the
is considered to register a, "Worst Possible
It should be noted that new development may cause a short -term increase in
suspended particulates as a result of cut and fill, grading, and other
construction activities. Such activities may require the issuance of an emissions
permit from either the State or local Health Department.
Carbon monoxide, of concern to several Colorado cities, has not reached severe
levels in Pueblo. The City is thereby not required to monitor this particular
pollutant.
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS
Areas in which environmental hazards exist may not be the optimum areas for land
use development projects. Those areas where steep or unstable slopes,
floodplains, erodible soils, or large arroyos exist are fragile environmental
zones and can place constraints on development.
Prior to any new development, an environmental analysis should indicate areas of
environmental sensitivity. Mitigating measures should then be utilized in
planning and construction.
The severity and location of various environmental hazards and of mineral resource
areas within Pueblo County were computer- mapped via a program called IMGRID
Analysis (Improved Grid). This program was developed by the Department of
Architecture of Harvard University's School of Design. This composite of
Environmental Hazards is identified on Map XIV.
The potential hazards that were analyzed for Pueblo County and included in this
report are: (1) Floodplain Hazards; (2) Drywash Channels; (3) Wildfire Hazards;
(4) Geologic Hazards - -(a) unstable slopes; (b) mud flow /debris fans; (c) ground
subsidence; (d) expansive soils and rocks; (e) seismic effects; (f) erosion;
(g) radioactivity; and (5) Mineral Resource Areas.
The following text describes potential hazards in the Northwest Quadrant:
1. Floodplain Hazards
A floodplain is that flat area along the course of a river or stream that is
naturally subject to flooding. A floodplain is described by Colorado statutes
(24- 65.1- 103[71) as an area adjacent to a stream which is subject to flooding as a
result of the occurrence of an intermediate regional flood and which the area is
thus so adverse to past, current, or foreseeable construction or land use as to
constitute a significant hazard to public health and safety or to property. The
100 -year floodplains are such adverse areas. In this study area, the Arkansas
River and Dry Creek are classified as 100 -year floodplains (See Map XIII).
The Federal Insurance Administration has delineated areas of special flood hazards
applicable to the City of Pueblo; these are shown on the Environmental Composite
Map XIV.
Fine silt, mud, and sand are deposited on these floodplains when water volume is
high. During each high water stage, these deposits (called alluvium beds) become
thicker and wider. Simultaneously, erosion creates steep, unstable river banks.
According to Federal law, the floodplain should be reserved in order to discharge
the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more
than one ft.
It is the goal of Pueblo's zoning and development procedures to protect
floodplains in accordance with the law. Development in the floodplain is
restricted unless technical evaluation demonstrates that encroachments shall not
result in flood levels (City Ordinance Title XVII Section 9). Construction on
fringe areas should require special floodproofing measures found in Title XVII of
the Zoning Ordinances for the City of Pueblo.
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2. Drvwash Channels
A drywash channel is referred to as a small watershed with a very high percentage
of runoff after a torrential rainfall. These channels are not classified as
100 —year floodplains, yet they may be hazardous if not properly regarded in the
planning process. Mater channels change over time as a result of both natural and
man —made conditions. Land disturbances, such as construction, could act as flow
obstructions, possibly increasing flow depths, velocity, and changing channel
course. Drywash channels are located on Map XIU.
Prior to development, a master drainage plan must be prepared which would discuss
natural flows, additional hydraulic flows generated by new developments, and
mitigating measures necessary to ensure adequate drainage. Improvements might
include holding ponds, diversion channels, check dams, drainage pipes, gutters,
and channel boxes. Hydrologically, the results are similar but the cost and
amount of land necessary for these improvements varies.
3. Wildfire Hazards
Wildfires are any fires that are burning out of control including brush fires,
forest fires, grass fires, and structural fires. A number of factors must work
together to create an area of wildfire hazard potential. Climate, fuel loads,
topography, and wind patterns all play a determining role in identifying fire
sensitive areas. The Northwest Quadrant is classified as a Type "A" Low Wildfire
Hazards Zone. Zones such as these contain sparse fuel sources (grasses, scrubs,
trees, etc.). No measures over and above standard fire prevention development
policies need to be implemented.
4. Geologic Hazards
Geologic hazards are geologic phenomenon which are so adverse to past, current, or
foreseeable construction or land use as to constitute significant hazards to
public health and safety or to property. The term includes but is not limited to
unstable slopes, mud flows /debris fans, ground subsidence, expansive soils and
rocks, seismic effects, erosion, and radioactivity.
a. Unstable Slopes
Unstable slopes are areas where gravity can cause loose dirt, gravel, or any
surface material to move downhill. Natural and man —made slopes occur from
weathering, erosion, filling or cutting away existing slopes, or altering natural
drainages. River floodplains create natural unstable slopes on channel banks.
Although IMGRID does not identify any potential unstable slopes in the Northwest
Quadrant, the slopes along the river floodplains can be dangerous, as they are
presently in a delicate state of balance. A disturbance, natural or man —made,
could cause sliding or rockfall activity. Construction on or near unstable slopes
can be supported if properly engineered. Such areas, however, will always be more
susceptible to environmental catastrophes. Parks or open space for recreational
uses are preferred on /or adjacent to unstable slopes.
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b. Mud Flows /Debris Fans
Mud flows (also called earth flows or debris flows) are rapid movements of masses
of earthen mud. Mud flows occur chiefly in dry canyons or arroyos in semiarid
regions and result from cloudbursts or snowmelt. Debris fans are deposits of
gravel, mud, silt, small rocks, and other substances shaped like a triangle and
formed where a watercourse enters a larger valley. Debris fans are closely
related to mud flows and are sometimes associated with each other. Building on or
in the paths of mud flows or on debris fans is extremely hazardous. Mud flows can
be unpredictable, and seemingly minor factors can trigger the flows. Moderate mud
flows and debris fan hazards are found chiefly in the proximity of a floodplain.
The "IMGRID Debris Flow, Mud Flow, and Debris Fan Hazards" Map was generated by
the extraction and compilation of soil, geology, intermittent stream, and alluvium
data bank components. Areas possessing only one of these components are located
within the study area. They are indicated on Map XIV. No IMGRID study cells
contain more than one of these components. Developers should consider placement,
design, and engineering practices prior to construction in the path of drainage
ways or near arroyos.
c. Ground Subsidence
Ground subsidence is referred to as the downward displacement of surface
material. Ground subsidence can occur naturally or by man -made processes, such
as:
(1) the removal of groundwater;
(2) the addition of water to weak soils;
(3) the dissolving of certain rock formations by exposure to
groundwater flows; and
(4) the removal of materials by underground mining activities.
The Northwest Quadrant does not have a severe subsidence problem. Map XIV
indicates that subsidence occurs primarily in the north along the Dry Creek/
Wildhorse Creek arroyos and in several other scattered IMGRID cells. Techniques
for mitigating problems caused by subsidence on structures do exist and should be
reviewed prior to structural design.
d. Expansive Soils and Rocks
Expansive soils and rocks contain clay which due to their molecular structure
expand to a significant degree upon wetting and shrink upon drying. Map XIV
illustrates those areas found to have moderate to high expansive properties.
Swelling soils are common in the study area. Much of the study area's soils range
from low to high in its expansive properties. Some areas within the Northwest
Quadrant have been identified as having very high expansive properties (See
Map XIV).
e. Seismic Effects
Seismic effects are referred to as the degree upon which earthquakes or an
underground nuclear detonation impact the environment. An earthquake or tremor in
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but should not be considered a severe
Erosion is the end — result of a culmination of factors such as vegetative and
man —made cover types, gradient, the chemistry makeup of soil, weathering,
overgrazing, and other man — caused disturbances.
The erosion problem in the study area ranges from non — existing to severe or losing
anywhere from 0 to 200 tons of soil per acre per year (See Map XIV).
Developers can offset the effects of erosion in most cases through proper
preparation prior to construction and through landscape design upon completion of
construction. The areas around the Arkansas River and Dry Creek are extremely
erosive areas. Developers must utilize the expertise of a soils professional in
the design and engineering of any structure in this area. Remedial devices such
as check dams, sedimentation ponds, terracing, and rapid planting of bare soil may
be required to minimize sedimentation in sensitive areas. Erosion sensitive areas
are located on Map XIV. The City of Pueblo has prepared a Storm Drainage Criteria
Manual which includes the criteria for a required erosion control plan during
development.
g. Radioactivity
Radioactivity means a condition related to various types of radiation emitted by
natural radioactive minerals that occur in natural deposits of rock, soil, and
water. The IMGRID Analysis identified no radioactive hazards in the Northwest
Quadrant. However, since the completion of the Analysis in 1977, public awareness
of potential radioactivity in the Pueblo region has increased, resulting in
additional testing for radioactive materials by property owners.
The City of Pueblo does not require testing for radioactivity during development
since the City is considered to be low risk. The burden of such testing, if
desired, lies with the property owner.
5. Mineral Resource Areas
Colorado House Bill 1529 (1973) established the policies which most of the local
mineral resource plans in the State of Colorado follow. The law declares that the
State's commercially extractable mineral deposits are essential to the State's
economy, and as such these deposits should be extracted according to a rational
plan. House Bill 1529 was followed by House Bill 1041 (1974) which served to
reiterate the importance of the State's mineral deposits by describing extractable
deposits as "areas of State and local interest."
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Mineral deposits within Pueblo County have been identified by the Colorado
Geological and U. S. Geological Survey (See Map XV). Deposits of sand and gravel
are abundant near the Arkansas River.
Prior to extraction of any resources, a thorough analysis must be made of the
impacted area. The following must be addressed in this analysis:
a. Importance of diverting future developments to areas which will not interfere
with extraction of minerals.
b. The need to permit extraction or exploration of minerals, unless extraction or
exploration would cause significant danger to public health and safety.
c. A comparison between the economic value of the minerals present against the
economic value of the proposed development.
d. Procedures proposed for assuring that exploration and extraction of a mineral
shall be carried out in a manner which will cause the least practical
environmental disturbance.
Permits for extraction and processing of sand and gravel and exploration of
natural resources are issued by the County Planning Commission.
Active and inactive extraction pits and processing operations within the Northwest
Quadrant are located on Map XVI, and the corresponding status and types are listed
below:
Special Use
Permit Status
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No. 259 Terminated -- 10/28/75
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VI. INFRASTRUCTURE PLANS -- EXISTING AND PROPOSED ROADWAY AND UTILITY SYSTEM
PREFACE
The existing infrastructure of an area and its ability to expand is crucial in
attracting and supporting new growth. Annexation and the subsequent development
of new areas, whether residential, commercial, or industrial, will impact the
existing infrastructure and will likewise result in the extension of municipal
services.
This section will describe the existing transportation routes, water and waste—
water systems, electric and gas services, telephone services, and cable television
systems. An analysis will address the ability of these services to expand and
support new development.
A. TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
The major transportation routes serving the Northwest Quadrant are:
1. Interstate 25, a freeway which serves as the primary north /south roadway in
Pueblo and along the Front Range;
2. U. S. Highway 50 West, an expressway which serves as the primary east /west
roadway in Pueblo and the State; and
3. Pueblo Boulevard which serves as a loop "expressway" and principal arterial
which intersects U. S. Highway 50 —A midway through the study area.
Transportation planning in the City of Pueblo is accomplished with the aid of
three transportation studies - -the Analysis District Evaluation to the Year 2010
the Year 2000 Transportation Plan, and its successor the Year 2010 Transportation
Plan (adopted in 1989). The Year 2010 Transportation Plan utilizes computer
modeling (TRANPLAN) and actual vehicle counts to determine the degree of
efficiency of the current transportation network. Deficiencies are analyzed and
the effect of alternate roadways is examined. (Proposed transportation corridors
in the Year 2010 Transportation Plan are illustrated on Map V, pg. 23).
The Analysis District Evaluation to the Year 2010 Plan provides statistics on
population, dwelling units, and employment projections for Pueblo County's 139
traffic zones. The Northwest Quadrant examined 11 zones. Table IV lists the
Evaluation's projections, and Map XVII illustrates corresponding traffic zones.
Those traffic zones within City limits are expected to grow at moderate rates.
The highest predicted rates of growth will be in the newer residential areas of
Eagleridge and Pueblo West (Zones 105, 107, and 110). Employment is expected to
increase along U. S. Highway 50 West in Zone 106. Zone 35 is predicted to remain
primarily undeveloped until those areas around it achieve build —out. Results from
the TRANPLAN evaluation indicate that the unincorporated area of the Northwest
Quadrant will not require intensive transportation improvements by the Year 2010.
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In order that future subdivision proposals provide adequate rights —of —way and
future roadways align into a planned framework, the Northwest Quadrant Three —Mile
Annexation Plan, Section IV of this report, proposes future primary roadway
corridors. These corridors are currently being proposed, regardless of immediate
need, so that the City's transportation system remains cohesive.
TABLE IV: ANALYSIS DISTRICT EVALUATION TO THE YEAR 2010
TRAFFIC ZONE
1980
1990
2000
2010
No. 34
Population
648
689
723
743
Dwelling Units
257
283
319
336
Employment
194
220
230
237
No. 35
Population
24
23
24
25
Dwelling Units
21
23
21
25
Employment
0
0
0
0
No. 105
Population
522
879
1,269
1,517
Dwelling Units
227
329
493
602
Employment
197
297
397
477
No. 106
Population
297
310
433
519
Dwelling Units
80
116
174
213
Employment
41
291
431
501
No. 107
Population
0
214
309
370
Dwelling Units
0
80
120
147
Employment
0
50
80
110
No. 108
Population
777
954
1,377
1,645
Dwelling Units
246
357
535
653
Employment
0
20
30
50
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TABLE IV: ANALYSIS DISTRICT EVALUATION TO THE YEAR 2010 (CONTINUED)
TRAFFIC ZONE
1980
1990
2000
2010
No. 109
Population
727
905
1,305
1,560
Dwelling Units
234
339
508
620
Employment
0
20
110
220
No. 110
Population
62
139
201
576
Dwelling Units
36
52
78
228
Employment
0
30
130
290
No. 111
Population
93
265
333
353
Dwelling Units
70
112
146
158
Employment
0
25
29
33
No. 112
Population
0
0
0
0
Dwelling Units
0
0
0
0
Employment
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0
0
0
No. 113
Population
1,124
982
1,230
1,303
Dwelling Units
409
377
491
530
Employment
75
150
173
196
Zone 113 contains West Park and areas north of the River.
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B. WATER SERVICE
Pueblo County's water supply flows from snowmelt. The mountain water travels via
streams, creeks, groundwater flows, and man —made water systems to the major
Eastern Colorado drainage basin of the Arkansas River.
Water service within the Northwest Quadrant is currently provided primarily by
private wells, the Pueblo West Metropolitan District, and the Board of Water
Works- -the primary purveyor of water for the City of Pueblo.
The Pueblo Board of Water Works owns parts of the Arkansas River flow referred to
as "direct flow water rights." By State law, this water must be used at the time
of diversion and may not be stored in its raw state. The Board also owns rights
to water originating on the Western Slope. This water may be stored. The Board
has water rights and storage capacity to support a population of 350,000.
Water diverted from the Arkansas River enters the Whitlock Treatment Plant. This
plant became operational in 1977. The treatment process employed by the Board of
Water Works includes flocculation, sedimentation, and a filtration process.
Testing on a continual basis ensures Pueblo of high quality water through rigid
quality control methods. The plant has the capability of serving a population of
158,000. There is no further opportunity for expansion at the Whitlock Plant.
The Board of Water Works does own a plant site downstream from the Pueblo Dam. If
facility expansion was necessary, a "peaking plant" could be constructed on this
site. Such a facility would supplement the existing plant during peak summer
months and would likely be shut down during winter months.
Treated water from the Whitlock Treatment Plant is transferred to the distribution
system. This system is divided into pressure zones in order to maintain water
pressures within practical limits. The Gardner, J. 0. Jones, J. 0. Jones Booster,
Watts, and Belmont pumping stations serve North and Northwest Pueblo. Storage
tanks are located at J. 0. Jones, Watts, and Belmont. The J. 0. Jones and Watts
storage tanks serve the portion of the City in the 1000 Zone. The tanks at
Belmont serve the 3000 Zone, and the 5000 Zone is served by the Belmont stand pipe
and by variable speed pumps at J. 0. Jones. The pressure zones are defined by
elevation as follows: Zone 1000 -- serves elevations 4650 -4750; Zone 3000 -- serves
elevations 4750 -4900; and Zone 5000 -- serves elevations 4870 -5000 (See Map XVIII).
In order to service those areas above the 5000 Zone, major improvements will have
to be made. If development occurs north of the Arkansas River and west of
Pueblo Boulevard or in and around the Wildhorse area, major transmission mains
(20 " to 24 ") could be required. In addition, a major area of concern exists
north of the area called Outlook Subdivision. Due to a continual increase in
elevation, additional storage tanks and pump stations would be needed. Again,
major transmission mains could be required. These improvements would necessitate
major expenditures by the developer and /or the Board of Water Works.
The Board of Water Works has developed rules and regulations for water service
outside Corporate limits. Two service areas are identified by Board policies:
Service Area "A" and Service Area "B" (See Map XIX).
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Extraterritorial water applicants, whether in Permit Area A or Area B, must agree
to annex to the City when legally eligible. They must agree that such service is
to be contingent upon maintaining sufficient service to the City's residents.
Once an agreement is signed, the applicant has 120 days in which to act while
being guaranteed the established fees. After this time, fees will be adjusted to
current levels. The plant water investment fee is charged to customers seeking
service through new, additional, or increased size of meter or number of units.
The fees are updated regularly and may be obtained from the Board of Water Works.
The unit cost structure program allows all water applicants including contractors
and developers to install water mains at equitable costs under Board engineering
and inspection standards. The Board will credit accounts and projects completed
within one year. More information regarding the unit cost program may be obtained
from the Board of Water Works.
If an applicant requests that the Board install a main extension inside Permit
Area A, the applicant will be charged the unit cost per ft. of main extension,
regardless of size. The cost of asphalt pavement or concrete replacement shall be
paid by the developer /customer.
It should be noted that the workload of the Board does not allow for early
scheduling of water main installation. There is a one —year completion deadline
and no extension of time will be granted. Furthermore, the established costs per
linear ft, do not refer to the applicant's actual cost to install the water main.
In certain areas, such actual costs may exceed the outlined costs. Any additional
costs are the responsibility of the applicant.
There are areas within the Northwest Quadrant in which water from the Board of
Water Works is not currently available. Additionally, some residents that could
obtain Board of Water Works water choose not to. In both these instances
residents normally utilize private wells. The groundwater within portions of the
Northwest Quadrant is known to be of poor quality and is not considered a
guaranteed safe water source without proper treatment. Most properties within the
boundary of the Pueblo West Metropolitan District are served water through their
public water system. Pueblo West currently provides a limited extraterritorial
water service. However, they do not anticipate expanding extraterritorial water
service in the future.
In the semiarid Southwest, water is viewed as a limited resource. Individual
wells are coming under closer scrutiny by the State's regulatory authorities as to
their affect on surface water rights. Subsurface waters in the State are
considered to be tributary to surface water rights, unless non — tributary status
can be established through the provisions of Senate Bill 213 (1973). If in the
application process a proposed new well is found to be tributary, water
augmentation may be required. In addition to water augmentation legislation, the
importance of community water systems is further substantiated by the considerable
cost of tapping a non — tributary aquifer to avoid water augmentation. In Pueblo
County, non — tributary aquifers are generally in excess of 800 ft. below surface.
Neither tributary nor non — tributary wells are assured to produce potable water.
Based on these conditions, it can be assumed that most of the future growth in the
Pueblo region will be dependent upon community water supply systems.
C. WASTEWATER
The City's Public Works Department is responsible for the sanitary sewerage and
wastewater treatment operations for the City. In 1984, construction began on a
new 19 million gallon per day (MGD) high —rate trickling filter activated sludge
wastewater treatment plant. This treatment plant, located off of Joplin Avenue
(State Highway 227), is capable of serving a community of up to 147,900 persons.
It began full operation during the summer of 1989.
Map XIX illustrates the City of Pueblo's wastewater service boundary. This
boundary, which delineates those areas serviceable through the City's gravity flow
system, generally follows a ridge contour. Development inside this service area
simply requires trunk line extension to the development. Outside this area, the
cost of line extensions and any necessary lift stations would be the developers.
This cost is dependent on the distance and topography separating the development
from existing trunk lines within the service boundary.
Prior to March, 1988, extraterritorial sewer service was provided to applicants
with the stipulation that the owner or developer agree, in writing, to consent to
annexing to the City of Pueblo when the land became eligible, and that the owner
understand that such service could be terminated by the City Manager in order to
maintain adequate service to the City of Pueblo.
In March of 1988, Ordinance No. 5466 was adopted. This amendment to Section II of
Chapter IV, Title XVI of the 1971 Code of Ordinances relating to Extraterritorial
Sewer Services, reads:
Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter to the contrary, no
land located outside the City of Pueblo or outside the Pueblo Memorial
Airport is eligible to receive extraterritorial sewer service, and no
application for such service may be filed with or accepted by the City.
This subsection (d) is repealed, effective July 1, 1989. Prior to said
repeal, the City Council shall review this chapter.
When this Ordinance was adopted, it was anticipated that if the new treatment
plant was in full operation prior to July 1, 1989, this amendment would be
repealed; however, for various reasons, the Ordinance was extended to July 1,
1990, and subsequently extended to July 1, 1991. Ordinance No. 5690, which was
adopted in June, 1991, deletes any reference to an expiration date. Currently,
there are no areas in the unincorporated area of the Northwest Quadrant served by
extraterritorial City wastewater services.
With the exception of some property within and served by the Pueblo West
Metropolitan District, on —site sewage disposal systems are utilized in the
unincorporated area of the Northwest Quadrant. Such facilities include septic
tanks and package sewer treatment plants, with septic tanks being far more
common. Package plants are sold as a complete unit in a variety of types, some
serving small communities and others a single household.
Septic tank pumpers and haulers which pump out and dispose of septic systems and
other sewage wastes must abide by City— County Health Department requirements.
They must also meet the receiving wastewater treatment plant's applicable
conditions or disposal regulations.
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Pursuant to the Individual Sewage Disposal Systems Act, the Pueblo City— County
Health Department is responsible for licensing septic tank pumpers and haulers.
The license governs tank capacity, safety, and disposal. It is issued annually
and complaints on safety and dumping can result in the revocation of a license.
Development impacts on the City sewerage and wastewater treatment system will
depend on the amount and type of development. A treatment plant is designed to
adequately process wastewater during peak hours (morning and early evening
hours). Residential development has the most impact on the system, with
high— density units being the most severe. Typically, commercial and industrial
uses are not in full operation at peak hours.
Prior to annexation to the City of Pueblo, a. sanitary sewer report will be
completed outlining the proposed development and its probable impact on the
stormwater drainage and wastewater treatment system. (This report is detailed in
Section II, Annexation Requirements.) If it is discovered that new construction
will cause hydraulic deficiencies in the system, commonly referred to as
"bottlenecks," then the developer will be required to finance the solution for
such deficiencies. As development in and around the City continues, it will be
inevitable that the existing line and interceptor systems will be in need of
expansion. This is accomplished by laying line parallel to existing trunk lines
or by replacing sections of the old system with new and larger lines.
Developers shall pay a cost of construction for trunk line interceptor extensions
and for any lift stations needed. Through an agreement with the City, a portion
of the construction cost can be refunded to the developer when new customers tie
onto those particular trunk lines.
Stormwater disposal systems must also be financed by the developer. Stormwater
disposal is provided by a system of drains and lines which are separate from the
wastewater system. These lines drain the City area and release stormwater into
the Arkansas River.
D. ELECTRIC POWER
The Northwest Quadrant is provided electric power by WestPlains Energy Corporation
(formerly Centel Corporation) (See Map XX). WestPlains has a franchise agreement
with the City of Pueblo to be the sole provider of electricity within municipal
boundaries.
WestPlains operates an electric —power generating station at 105 S. Victoria.
Initially, the plant burned coal to generate electric power. The plant currently
burns natural gas as its primary fuel and utilizes oil for peaking generation and
as a backup in the event of natural gas curtailments. The plant complies with all
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements. Generation facilities at the
plant consist of two units with a capacity of 8,000 kilowatts each; one unit with
19,000 kilowatt capacity; and five diesel generators, each with a capacity of
2,000 kilowatts. WestPlains has two power plants outside the City of Pueblo, one
at Canon City and another at Rocky Ford. Together, the three power plants have a
total capacity of 106,000 kilowatts.
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WestPlains purchases approximately 65 percent of its power requirements from
Public Service Company of Colorado under a renewable 20 —year contract.
WestPlains is a member of the Colorado Power Pool which includes the Public
Service Company, the City of Colorado Springs, and the City of Lamar. The power
pool provides backup power in the event WestPlains experiences a temporary
shutdown of any of its generating units. Most power outages are due to extreme
weather conditions and rarely affect the entire City at one time.
WestPlains distributes electrical energy throughout the City of Pueblo through its
transmission and distribution network. The Northwest Quadrant of the City is
served by one distribution substation. This substation is served by several
69,000 and 115,000 volt electrical transmission lines (See Map XX). The
transmission lines are located on utility easements of 120 ft. for parallel lines
and 100 ft. for single lines. WestPlains officials state that all requests for
electrical service in the study area can be fulfilled with reasonable promptness.
WestPlains' service policy is found in Section 18 of its rules and regulations
manual. The policy states that an applicant's electrical requirements (either for
an individual or a developer) are designated by the company to be permanent,
indeterminate, or temporary. Distribution system extension costs are estimated on
the basis of the anticipated construction and installation costs, including
materials, labor, rights —of —way, trenching, backfill, tree trimming, and any
incidental and overhead expenses. An applicant for permanent service is required
to pay all distribution extension costs in excess of a construction allowance
which is to be determined by WestPlains. The construction allowance is determined
by the type of service and the customer's estimated electric power demand. The
customer's payment may be partially or totally refunded during a five —year
period. After five years, no refunds will be made. Indeterminate and temporary
customers are required to pay all distribution extension costs and do not receive
refunds unless reclassified as permanent by WestPlains.
E. GAS
The Public Service Company of Colorado provides gas service to the City of Pueblo
and most of the surrounding area. Portions of the unincorporated area of the
Northwest Quadrant and portions of Pueblo West utilize private propane gas tanks
in lieu of Public Service gas. The company has an agreement with the City to be
the sole provider of gas within municipality boundaries. Gas is supplied to the
Public Service Company by Colorado Interstate Gas (CIG) Company. CIG pipelines
are located east and south of the City. The southern portion is served by a CIG
pipeline that extends from the City west along U. S. Highway 50. These pipelines
lie in a 100 ft. easement. The main taps on CIG lines are located in Belmont in
the Northeast and at Salt Creek near CF &I in the Southeast. The gas is then
distributed by the company.
Extension of distribution lines for new service is by application. The company
will designate an applicant's service needs as either permanent, indeterminate, or
temporary. The proposed service installation is analyzed in order to estimate
costs of labor, materials, rights —of —way, and any incidental and overhead
expenses. This estimate is the construction payment.
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An application for permanent service will receive a construction allowance.
Indeterminate and temporary customers do not receive construction allowances.
Distribution lines are installed by the company and paid for by the applicant
(less the construction allowance).
Construction payments are refundable in part or in their entirety within a five
year period, commencing with the extension completion date. When a new customer
is added to the line, his or her share of the construction payment is refunded to
those who initially paid for the installation of the distribution line. These
refunds are paid on a yearly basis. No refunds are given to temporary or
indeterminate customers unless the new applicant is designated for permanent
service.
The Public Service Company is regulated by the Public Utilities Commission.
Policies are subject to periodic change.
F. TELEPHONE
U. S. West Communications provides local telephone service to the City of Pueblo
and to the Northwest Quadrant. The area is served by U. S. West's technical
offices in Downtown Pueblo.
U. S. West Communications will provide prompt service to all requests in its
service area. For most installations, the entire cost is paid for by the
developer. Upon the completion of installation and for five years thereafter, the
developer will be entitled to refunds of part, or the entirety, of the
installation payments. This occurs when new customers use the new distribution
lines and when initial construction payments are recalculated to include the new
customer. Service to the Northwest Quadrant would be relatively simple as
distribution lines already serve a large portion of the area.
U. S. West prefers to work closely with the developer so as to efficiently serve
new customers. Such cooperation facilitates the acquisition of 20 ft. easements
for the cables and poles; it also ensures the use of the most appropriate
communications system.
G. CABLE TELEVISION
The Northwest Quadrant is in the service area of Telecommunications, Inc. (TCI),
Cablevision of Colorado. TCI Cablevision offers cable television hookup and an
array of programming packages. At present, most areas outside City limits in the
Northwest Quadrant are not serviced by TCI. Company officials cite an
insufficient population density as the reason for not expanding into this area.
The company requires that
considering the extension
technicians estimate the t
needed to extend service.
committee for approval.
approximately one year.
there be 28 to 35 residences per square mile prior to
of services. If service is to be offered, company
3tal cost of materials, labor, and installation methods
An application is made to the company's budget
The application and installation process takes
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TCI Cablevision has a contract to use U. S. West telephone poles by application.
TCI is not opposed to installing cable underground and will work with the
developer according to the ordinances of the community in order to install cable
in the least obtrusive manner. Costs of installing cable are approximately $5,000
for an aerial mile and $10,000 for a subsurface mile. All construction and
installation costs of distribution cables are paid for by the company. Residents
who desire the cable services pay for the initial hookup and then pay a monthly
service charge.
Custom Cable Venture (CCV), Inc., has a franchise agreement with the Pueblo West
Metropolitan District to provide cablevision services within district boundaries.
CCV has obtained a special use permit from the Pueblo County Planning Commission
for the establishment of a receiving station in Southeast Pueblo West. Service is
anticipated to be phased in (as population warrants) throughout Pueblo West.
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VII. PUBLIC FACILITIES -- EXISTING AND PROPOSED PLANS
PREFACE
Recreation, education, and public protection are community services which maintain
an area's well being, growth, and attractiveness. In turn, growth will impact the
demand for public services and facilities. Public facilities must be capable of
expanding in order to meet this increased demand and still provide consistent
quality and quantity of service.
This section will examine the schools, parks, and fire and police facilities and
services within the Northwest Quadrant. The impact caused by development and
expansion capabilities will also be discussed.
A. SCHOOLS
Pueblo County has two public school districts - -No. 60 and No. 70. School District
No. 60 is primarily contained within the Pueblo City limits, while School District
70 encompasses the remainder of the County. District boundaries are not precisely
the same as City limits in that some "City" children go to "County" schools and
vice versa (See Map XXI).
1. School District No. 60
School District 60 is divided into four high school service areas which relate
closely to the City's Northwest, Northeast, Southeast, and Southwest Planning
Quadrants.
District 60 maintains a total of four high schools, six middle schools,
twenty -three elementary schools, and a continuing education center (Keating). The
district prefers that its elementary schools be "neighborhood" schools in that
they are planned to be located centrally to and within walking distance of the
population they serve.
When School District 60 acquires new school sites, it works directly with the
developer. The school district prefers this method in lieu of land dedication
through the subdivision process because it allows them to select quality land.
Potential school sites currently exist in the Northridge and Eagleridge
Subdivisions.
Within the Northwest Quadrant, School District 60 currently serves the area north
of the Arkansas River and west of I -25 with four elementary schools, one middle
school, and one high school. The middle school and high school have adequate room
for enrollment growth; however, due to new residential developments, such as
Northridge and Eagleridge, many of the elementary schools are nearing or are over
capacity (See Table V).
Table VI illustrates 1992 -93 enrollments and school capacities for those schools
in the Northwest Quadrant.
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NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN XXI
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TABLE V: SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 60 ENROLLMENT
1992 -1993
SCHOOL ENROLLMENT CAPACITY
Elementary
Hyde Park
198
250
Irving
269
340
Morton
459
500
Somerlid
396
410
Middle
Freed
High School
748 800
Centennial 1,153 1,600
SOURCE: School District 60, Office of Pupil Personnel, 1992.
2. School District No. 70
School District No. 70 maintains a total of two high schools, four middle schools,
six elementary schools, and Beulah School which functions as both an elementary
and a middle school. Pueblo County High, Pueblo West Middle, and Pueblo West
Elementary Schools serve a very small portion of the Northwest Quadrant. These
schools have adequate room for enrollment growth (See Table VI).
Except in Pueblo West, School District 70 is not experiencing intense pressure
associated with rapid development and increasing enrollment. This may change with
continuing growth and annexation by the metropolitan area. Presently, population
is lightly concentrated along U. S. Highway 50 and sparsely distributed throughout
the rest of the County.
The schools in District 70 are considered "suburban" schools by the Colorado
Department of Education. Approximately 94 percent of the students are bussed to
schools. The District identifies philosophically with neighborhood schools and
would construct additional facilities in an area to meet the demands of growth and
development.
School District 70, through an agreement with Pueblo County, requires that ten
percent of net land in residential developments be dedicated for school sites or
that fees be paid to the District in lieu of land dedication. School officials
estimate that ten to fifteen acres are needed for an elementary school, twenty to
twenty —five for a middle school, and thirty —five to forty acres for a high school.
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TABLE VI: SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 70 ENROLLMENT
SCHOOL
Elementary
Pueblo West
Middle
Pueblo West
High School
Pueblo County
1992 -1993
ENROLLMENT CAPACITY
425 464
205 264
1,018 1,560.
SOURCE: School District 70, Administrative Services Center, 1992.
3. Detachment and Annexation of School Districts
Detachment and annexation of territory from one district to another is a complex
process. The School District Organization Act of 1965, Section 22 -30 -138, states
that if detachment and annexation are deemed to be worthwhile, then both boards of
education must adopt a resolution to change the boundaries of their respective
districts. This resolution then goes to a joint committee or to the County school
superintendent for approval. Once this is done, a special election is held in the
territory proposed to be detached. If five or fewer registered voters reside
within the territory proposed to be detached and annexed, a notarized statement of
consent of all voters within the territory shall make it unnecessary to hold an
election. In the absence of said statements, an election must be held. If there
are no registered voters within the territory, no election is to be held; and the
joint committee or County superintendent shall approve the proposed detachment and
annexation of the territory. Such detachment and annexation of territory brings
to issue not only student welfare but district assets, liabilities, revenues, and
influence. It should not be assumed that Districts 60 and 70 would change their
boundaries when land is annexed to the City.
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B. RECREATION
1. Parks and Recreation
The
City of Pueblo
has approximately 948 acres of parkland and 1,707 acres of
open
space
floodplain
within its boundaries.
When combined, these account for
more
than
ten percent
of total City land.
Recreational facilities include a
large
urban
park (City
Park) which serves the entire
Pueblo community, a district
park
(Mineral
Palace)
which serves a portion
of the City, and smaller parks
which
serve
neighborhood
populations.
Parks and recreational land standards are expressed in terms of a given number of
acres per unit of population. Those quantitative standards observed by the City
Department of Planning and Development are as shown in Table VII below:
TABLE VII: PARK STANDARDS
DESCRIPTION
SERVICE AREA
DESIRABLE SIZE
POPULATION
Urban Park:
30 Minutes
200 Acre Min.
2.5 Ac /1,000
District Park:
1 -2 Pules
25 Acre Min.
5.0
Ac /1,000
School Parks /Playgrounds:
112 Mile
2 -25 Acre 1•1in.
4.0
Ac /1,000
Neighborhood Park:
1 -112 Miles
5 Acre Min.
2.5
Ac /1,000
Special Use Facilities: Areas which are designated for one single purpose.
Urban Plaza /Streetscape: Open space in urban core which offer sidewalks,
seating, and landscaping.
Parkways /Medians: Landscaped thoroughfares which provide visual relief
and natural beauty and are of considerable value in
the implementation of a recreational trails system.
Recreational Trails System: A non - motorized trail of varying width (minimum of
8 ft.) and length designed to weave through existing
natural /scenic and urban areas, thus connecting and
offering better utilization by recreational and
non - recreational users.
As a home rule city, the City of Pueblo has the authority to own and maintain
property for public purposes. Parkland areas may be acquired through City
purchase, property gifts, through settlement of delinquent taxes, abandonment,
easements, and through land dedication.
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Title XII, Chapter 4, Section 7(e) of the City Code of Ordinances, states that
eight percent of land subdivided for residential purposes (exclusive of street
widths) is to be dedicated as parkland. This land can be several small parks or
one large park, depending on the needs of the community. If the Pueblo City
Council determines that said land is not appropriate for parkland dedication, the
Council shall require a cash payment in lieu of land dedication. This payment
shall be equal to eight percent of the fair market value of the land in such
subdivisions. This payment is deposited into a special fund to meet future
recreational needs in the City.
The City Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the development,
operation, and maintenance of recreational and park facilities. The City
Department of Planning and Development provides professional planning and
landscape design services when needed. Financing of new parks and recreational
development is provided through the City's General Fund. The dollars generated by
the Colorado Lottery are deposited into the General Fund and earmarked for
"allowable" parks and recreational projects. Funding is supplemented with State
and Federal grants.
The City portion of the study area contains approximately 272.94 acres of existing
and proposed open space and recreational land. Table VIII lists these areas,
their acreages, and classification. Map XXII identifies the location of District
and Neighborhood Parks.
The 1980 Urban Parks Recovery Action Program (UPARR) report states that there is a
lack of medium and large scale recreational facilities City —wide. However, the
Northwest portion of the City enjoys the proximity to City Park, Mineral Palace
Park, and to the Pueblo Dam and Reservoir State Park.
Of the total parkland in the Northwest Quadrant, approximately 40 percent of parks
and recreational land is undeveloped or of low development status. Those areas
noted are Outlook Park, Northridge Park, West Street Park, and a District Park
proposed at W. 24th and High Streets. This proposed 80 —acre district park
primarily accounts for the high percentage figure for undeveloped parkland.
Officials at the Parks and Recreation Department would like to continue to develop
parks and trails, based on design quality, and to continue to offer a variety of
recreational opportunities.
2. Recreational Trails System
The Pueblo River Trails System consists of non — motorized trails available for
bicycles, pedestrians, horses, and other non — motorized recreationalists. Trails
in the City are generally 8 ft. wide and constructed of asphalt or concrete.
Trails flank the Arkansas River to the Pueblo Reservoir and the Fountain Creek.
Other paths are located along sections of Wildhorse Creek, State Highway 78,
Northern Avenue, Pueblo Boulevard, State Highway 47, U. S. Highway 50 Bypass, and
near the University of Southern Colorado.
It is desirable to plan for multipurpose trails in order that proper rights —of —way
be reserved and that a logical network can be constructed. Trails in the study
area should take advantage of the Arkansas River, rural areas, proposed parks, and
principal roadways. They should link existing recreational facilities with
natural settings and other public facilities.
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TABLE VIII: URBAN RECREATIONAL FACILITIES -- NORTHWEST QUADRANT
Approximate
FACILITY Acreage`
Recreational Land
Mineral Palace 54.85
W. 24th and High Streets 80.00
Neighborhood Parks
Donley
0.72
Fairmount
8.39
Francisco
5.10
Hyde Park
10.20
Moynihan
1.70
Outlook
10.55
E1 Pueblo Pride
5.13
School -Parks
Centennial
19.50
Freed
11.22
Hyde Park School
1.76
Irving School /Irving Place Park
3.89
Morton
3.47
Northridge
7.00
Outlook School
Unknown
Somerlid
2.50
West Parks
Central Plaza .10
Parkways
Dundee Park .93
Elizabeth Street 6.39
Lou Rhodes 1.50
Urban Plaza
Pueblo- Puebla Plaza .50
Floodplain /Open Space
Wildhorse Creek 18.00
Specialized Facilities
Eagleridge -- Swimming Pool 1.00
Pueblo Plaza Ice Arena 1.67
Nature Center 22.00
TOTAL ACREAGE: 278.07
"Acreage provided by Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department's Urban Parks and
Recreation Recovery Action Program (1980).
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NORTHWEST QUADRANT ANNEXATION MASTER PLAN XXII
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The Pueblo Bicycle System and Trails Plan was completed in 1990 by the City of
Pueblo Department of Planning and Development. This plan examines the existing
trails system and proposes logical extensions of the system. The plan also
examines the trails' design, construction factors, and safety. The goal of the
plan is to set forth policies aimed at the construction of a trails system which
will serve Pueblo in an efficient, safe, and quality manner.
The Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development has outlined a conceptual
plan for a river trails recreational system. This plan would include a multi—
purpose trail south of the river, linking small parks, the Airport, and the
St. Charles Mesa communities. The County Department will research the possibility
of acquiring land which was previously used for mineral extraction activities.
These areas, once reclaimed, could be developed as recreational, picnic, and trail
access areas.
3. Recreational Areas Outside City Limits
a. The Pueblo Dam and Reservoir State Park
The Pueblo Dam and Reservoir State Park is not within the study area; however, its
location offers a wealth of recreational opportunities to Pueblo and to any future
development in the Northwest Quadrant (See Map XXII). This park is accessed off
of State Highway 96, approximately six miles west of the City of Pueblo. Serving
Southern Colorado, this State park consists of 17,863 acres with 14,000 acres
available for recreational purposes. The upper reaches of the park are reserved
for wildlife preservation under the management of the Colorado State Division of
Wildlife. The lower reaches function as a recreational area under the management
of the Colorado State Division of Parks and Recreation. The activities offered
include water sports, limited hunting, fishing, hiking, bicycling, and
picnicking. A fee is charged to those persons entering the park by automobile or
motorcycle.
b. The State Honor Farm
The State Honor Farm property is located adjacent to the Pueblo Dam and Reservoir
State Park and consists of 4,074 acres (See Map XXIII). The State, under the
Department of Institutions, began acquiring the Honor Farm in 1920. The farm was
used until 1974 to produce milk and vegetables for the patients of the Colorado
State Hospital.
In 1974, the City of Pueblo leased the property under a renewable 20 —year lease
agreement. On July 25, 1986, the land was exchanged to the Colorado Division of
Parks, Department of Natural Resources. This Division is now in the process of
preparing a management plan that will address proposed uses for the farm.
The plan, utilizing a direct management approach, was anticipated to be adopted in
December, 1989. Under a direct management approach, the Division of Parks would
become involved directly in the management, operation, maintenance, and develop—
ment of the Honor Farm property. The terms and conditions of the current lease
with the City of Pueblo would remain in tact until expiration on July 1, 1994.
Upon expiration of the lease, the Division of Parks would reclaim the Honor Farm
property and assume direct management of it. Reclaimed property would be annexed
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into the Pueblo State Recreation Area for management, operation, maintenance, and
development. The plan proposes the following uses for the Honor Farm property as
shown on Map XXIII.
MAP REFERENCE NO. DESCRIPTION
1 State ownership, leased to City of Pueblo;
approximately 160 acres.
2 City ownership, Greenway and Nature Center of
Pueblo; approximately 20 acres.
3 Private ownership; Hyde Park (MarTec) Dairy
facilities located within this parcel. Proposed
acquisition by Division of Parks for open space
and protection of riparian area. Approximately
360 acres.
4 State ownership, leased to City of Pueblo;
location of proposed gravel extraction.
Approximately 40 acres.
5 Pueblo State Recreation Area.
6 Proposed Mountain Bike Trail, approximately 4.4
miles long.
7 State ownership; proposed motorized area.
Approximately 800 acres.
8 State ownership; proposed open space,
approximately 1,000 acres.
9 Private ownership; proposed acquisition by
Division of Parks for open space. Approximately
40 acres.
10, 11 State ownership; proposed disposal property.
Approximately 1,200 acres.
12 State ownership; leased to City of Pueblo.
Proposed release to City who will sublease to
Pueblo Motor Sports Park, Inc. Approximately 800
acres.
13 State ownership, non — leased; proposed open space,
leased to City, industrial development, or
disposal. Approximately 320 acres.
14 Access to motorized area. Includes gravel
parking area, rest room, and entrance /information
station.
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c. The Greenway and Nature Center of Pueblo
The Greenway and Nature Center of Pueblo, commonly referred to as the Nature
Center, consists of 22 acres owned by the City of Pueblo (See No. 2 on
Map XXIII). The City leases the property to the Nature Center which offers
general public educational programs involving short courses in wildlife, geology,
botany, weather, insects, and reptiles.
In addition to these educational programs, the Nature Center is utilized as a
major rest area for people using the Arkansas River nature trail system. This
trail system, managed jointly by the Nature Center and the City of Pueblo, is a
bicycle /pedestrian /equestrian trail. The trail is adjacent to the Arkansas River,
thereby offering users a scenic tour of a natural river habitat.
d. Pueblo Motor Sports Park, Inc.
Pueblo Motor Sports (PMI), Inc., subleases 800 acres of the State Honor Farm
property from the City of Pueblo (See No. 12, Map XXIII). PMI entered into the
sublease in December, 1974, and in February, 1975, construction began. PMI offers
scheduled drag and road racing activities, including an annual Winston Road Race.
C. FIRE
1. City Fire Department
The Pueblo City Fire Department provides standard fire protection to the City of
Pueblo. The Department employs 134 fire fighters and three administrative
assistants and operates nine fire stations. Operating and improvement costs are
budgeted by the City.
The City is divided into eight fire protection zones and one zone at the Pueblo
Memorial Airport. Each is served by a fully equipped fire station. The Northwest
portion of the City is served by four fire stations. Map XXIU illustrates the
respective protection zones.
Station No. 1 , located at W. 7th and Greenwood Streets, is equipped with an
85 -foot snorkel elevating platform with generator truck, a two -ton squad with
generator truck, a reserve one -ton squad with generator truck, a rescue truck, and
a pumper truck, and a 16 -foot boat. It is staffed by three, eight - person shifts.
Station No. 3 , located at 123 W. Evans, is equipped with a medical rescue unit and
a pumper truck. It is staffed by three, five- person shifts.
Station No. 5 , located at 2401 6th Avenue, is equipped with a pumper truck. It is
staffed by three, three - person shifts.
Station No. 7 , located at the northeast corner of Pueblo Boulevard and
St. Clair Avenue, is equipped with a three -way pumper truck and is staffed by
three, three - person shifts.
When an area is annexed into the City, the City Fire Department becomes
responsible for fire protection in the area. In the event that a new station was
needed, the Fire Department would apply for special funding from City Council. A
new fire station, utilities, a new pumper truck, equipment, and fire fighter
salaries (3 shifts and backup personnel) would initially amount to $861,000 (1989
dollars). Annual operation costs would be approximately $400,000 (1989 dollars).
By department standards, a station should be central to its service area with no
point further than one and one —half miles away. It is ideal to have a maximum
response time between four and one —half and five minutes to any point in the
service area. Roadways, accessibility, and the number and density of housing
units are all factors contributing to new fire station locations.
2. Pueblo West Fire Department
The Pueblo West Fire Department is operated from two stations (See Map XXIV).
With the exception of a permanent fire chief, it is staffed entirely by volunteers
(currently 38). The service is maintained under the auspices of the Pueblo West
Metropolitan District. Fire Station No. 1 is equipped with two pumper trucks, a
rescue truck, and a mini pumper truck. Fire Station No. 2 is equipped with a
pumper truck, a squad truck, and a brush truck.
The Pueblo West Fire Department has a mutual aid agreement with the City of Pueblo
Fire Department stating that upon request either department will assist the other
in the event of an emergency. Pueblo West currently does not provide
extraterritorial fire service and does not anticipate doing so in the future.
3. Unincorporated Area
With the exception of the Pueblo West Fire Protection District's service area, the
unincorporated area of the Northwest Quadrant does not have fire protection. The
County Sheriff's Department will respond to rangeland fires only. The crew for
rangeland fires consists of volunteers, not certified Sheriff Deputies. The
Department has one tanker truck.
4. Summary
Long —range expansion plans for the Pueblo City Fire Department are dependent upon
the location of new development. Development plans for proposed annexations will
be reviewed in relation to new road construction, number of existing and new
buildings, density of buildings, and other factors which may affect response time.
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D. POLICE
Citv Police Department
The Pueblo City Police Department is located at 130 Central Main Street. All
operations are headquartered at this location. There are no substations. The
department employs 171 authorized sworn officers and maintains an array of patrol
vehicles. The City is divided into ten beats, or routes, which are patrolled
24 hours a day in three shifts. The annual cost for one beat is approximately
$207,500, which includes three, one — person shifts of officers, backup personnel,
and automobile expenses and repairs (1989 Dollars).
All areas within Pueblo County (incorporated and unincorporated) are within the
jurisdiction of the County Sheriff. However, when land is annexed to the City,
the Police Department assumes primary protection of that area. There are no
specific standards for instituting a new patrol route. If the department has a
concern for an area, such as to the amount of protection needed, a study will be
organized by the department. This inquiry will examine the level, type, and
density of development, the employment sources, and the employee and consumer
generating sources. Business and commercial development requires higher levels of
protection than does strictly residential development. The sources of employment,
employees, and consumers will indicate to the department if activity is new to the
Pueblo area or merely a shift from another area. The decision to create a new
beat will be based on the Police Department's study.
The Northwest portion of the City is protected by three patrol routes. The area
is not "busy" by official police terms. The Police Chief stated that there would
be no need in the foreseeable future to establish another patrol route in the
Northwest Quadrant. Annexation may trigger the expansion of current beats and the
need for additional patrol officers within the current police framework.
2. County Sheriff Department
The County Sheriff deputies patrol all areas outside the City, with the exception
of the airport and airport industrial park. The County Sheriff deputies do not
regularly patrol the open rangeland. Upon annexation, police protection
responsibility transfers from the County Sheriff Department to the Pueblo City
Police Department.
VIII. CURRENT ZONING AND LAND USE
PREFACE
Current land uses within this study area reflect historical as well as current
development trends. These trends indicate that the Northwest Quadrant will likely
continue to develop into an extensive residential area, interspersed with
commercial, office, and industrial areas. This section will document current
zoning and land uses in both the City and the County. Zoning and land uses
recommended by this plan reflect a desire for compatible yet flexible planning
policies.
A. CITY ZONING
Zoning trends in the Northwest portion of the City are primarily designated as
single — family residential. Urban subdivisions include Northridge and Eagleridge.
Commercial zones are found along Interstate 25 and U. S. Highway 50. Light and
heavy industrial zones are scattered throughout the quadrant. Several hundred
acres of open rangeland zoning exist in the northernmost portion of the City (See
Map XXV).
B. COUNTY ZONING
Areas in the unincorporated portion of the study area are primarily zoned open
space rangeland. Rural— residential zoning is located in the majority of those
areas of Pueblo West within the study area. Some scattered industrial zoning also
exists (See Map XXVI).
C. LAND USES
1. General
Land uses in the Northwest Quadrant study area are primarily urban and rural
residential. These residential uses are supported by commercial uses along
I -25 and U. S. Highway 50 —A and the downtown commercial /office area. Several
salvage yards exist in the City portion of the quadrant and comprise the majority
of industrial uses. The majority of land in the unincorporated portion of the
Northwest Quadrant (excluding Pueblo West property) serves as open rangeland.
Also within the study area is one active mineral extraction site. The State
Honor Farm and Greenway and Nature Center of Pueblo are located in the
unincorporated portion of the study area and are discussed in detail in
Section VII -- Pueblo Facilities.
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2. Farmland
The economy of Pueblo County is partially based on the farming and ranching
industry. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Soil Conservation Service,
is charged with the responsibility of identifying and locating prime and unique
farmlands. This important farmland program also encourages the identification of
farmlands of Statewide and local importance. A minimal amount of the open
rangeland in the Northwest Quadrant is classified as "Prime Farmland If Irrigated"
by the USDA Soil Conservation Service (See Map XXVI). The high cost of irrigation
to most of the Northwest Quadrant is a deterrent to large -scale farming in the
study area.
D. LAND OWNERSHIP
MCO Properties (Pueblo West developers) owns a majority of the subdivided,
undeveloped property in the study area. This land within Pueblo West boundaries
is subdivided into lots containing less than 40 acres. Pueblo West is described
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