The new water treatment plant, which replaces two outdated facilities, employs clarification and reverse osmosis membrane filtration with chlorination for disinfection. Prior to construction, Bird re-graded the site improving the stability of the terrain for the new water treatment plant and allowing for proper drainage patterns.
Client:
Northern Sunrise County
Consultant:
Associated Engineering
Contract Type:
Somme stipulée
Project Size:
13,300 sq. ft.
Duration:
20 Months
Project Value:
$11,700,000

The Northern Sunrise County water treatment plant features energy usage reduction through its thermal building envelope insulation and triple glazed window units. The site includes storm water management to reduce runoff, drought-tolerant landscaping, water efficient plumbing fixtures, solar wall pre-heat air ventilation system, and energy efficient lighting.