Dakota Corporation is an owner/operator of 15 water filtration systems in the Northwestern region of the United States.  During February 2022, 4 of the tanks had leaks which contaminated the water and surrounding environment.  Dakota is very concerned about their obligation to the community to maintain the environment.  Dakota

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Dakota Corporation is an owner/operator of 15 water filtration systems in the Northwestern region of the United States. 

During February 2022, 4 of the tanks had leaks which contaminated the water and surrounding environment.  Dakota is very concerned about their obligation to the community to maintain the environment.  Dakota corrected the leaks by installing new water filters and liners which cost $500,000.  These corrections will extend the life of the tanks and improve future production.  These improvements will also prevent any future environmental contamination.   Overall, the $500,000 spent on the new water filters and liners have improved the facility.   Dakota is unsure whether the $500,000 spent for this environmental issue should be capitalized or expensed. 

 

Accounting Issue:  Should Dakota capitalize or expense the $500,000 spent on the new water filters and liners?   

 

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