
Section 5 Formulation of Alternative Plans
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Normal variations are expected as the subsurface investigations are
made.
• Haul distances for trucking operations: Haul distances were analyzed to
identify reasonable areas with the required carrying capacity. Normal
variances are expected in routing.
• The structure construction quantities: The structure quantities were
calculated from standard designs. Normal variations are expected in site-
specific designs.
• The levee and canal alignments and cross-sections: A change that could
affect quantity was not anticipated. Normal design variances are
expected as more specific site data is acquired.
5.3.12.10 Real Estate Cost Estimates
Real Estate cost estimates were provided and estimated by the various real
estate team members and provided for inclusion in the cost estimate. The real
estate cost estimates were based on SFWMD’s actual acquisition costs and
actual administrative costs for lands owned by SFWMD, and the estimated
acquisition and administrative costs which would be incurred during acquisition
of lands owned the State of Florida and private interests.
Approximately 1,495 acres of land already owned by the State of Florida and the
South Florida Water Management District adjacent to and in the west corner of
the reservoir have been identified as the likely site for the proposed STA.
Estimated real estate cost for 1,495 acres of land is $8,176,000. Real estate and
other cost estimates for the construction and operation of the proposed STA are
not included at this time in the Total Annual Average Costs since the STA is
conceptual in nature. Additional analysis will be conducted prior to the Final
PIR and possibly during the detailed engineering and design phase of the project
to refine the design, cost, and operations of this stormwater treatment area.
5.4 COMPARING ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS AND PROJECT COSTS
OF ALTERNATIVE PLANS
5.4.1 Environmental Effects
Effects of the alternatives on natural and cultural resources are displayed in
Table 5-11. Additional information regarding the different alternatives is given
in Appendix C. A more thorough discussion of the environmental effects on the
Selected Alternative Plan can be found in Section 7.
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