Study: Northwest Georgia counties need $158 million in new sewer lines

<p>A projected 80 percent increase in population in the next two decades means Catoosa, Dade and northern Walker counties will need $158 million in new sewer interceptor lines, according to a study.</p><p>The study by Arcadis Engineering is based on projections that about 215,000 residents are expected to move to the three-county area by 2025.</p><p>The study should strengthen consideration of sewer grants for area communities, said Coosa Valley Regional Development Center representative Lloyd Fraiser.</p><p>But officials said hikes on sewer rates alone wont be enough to pay for the new lines.</p><p>Instead, extra help from grants and developers will be crucial to meet sewer needs, said Walker County Commissioner Bebe Heiskell.</p><p>Information from: Chattanooga Times/free Press</p>

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