The project is designed to upgrade the existing facility and increase treatment capacity from 12 to 18 million gallons per day to support anticipated population growth and increased flows over the next several years. Other benefits include reduced long-term maintenance and operational costs, reduced odor problems, and improved reliability to treat additional flows and provide high-quality effluent for reuse. This expansion is vital for accommodating the anticipated surge in wastewater flows over the next decades.
This upgrade ensures improved reliability in treating increased flows, thereby securing the consistent delivery of high-quality effluent suitable for reuse. This reliability is imperative, as the city continues to explore opportunities for the sustainable utilization of treated wastewater in various applications, ranging from industrial processes to landscape irrigation.
This project represents a strategic investment in infrastructure, aligning with long-term objectives of sustainability, efficiency, and adaptability. By supporting treatment capacity, mitigating operational challenges, and fortifying Casa Grande’s commitment to resource reuse, the city is prepared to navigate the evolving landscape of wastewater management.
520 Wastewater Enterprise Fund; $1.4MM American Rescue Plan Recovery Federal Funds; Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.
The funding for the 520 Wastewater Enterprise is sourced locally. It primarily comes from user fees collected from City of Casa Grande residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
West Area Wastewater Project
Project Overview
The objective of this project is to establish a robust system capable of efficiently transporting more than 10 million gallons of wastewater daily to the Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) through a force main. This significant capacity expansion addresses the growing demand for wastewater management in the Western Industrial Area, ensuring adequate support for industrial operations and economic growth.
One of the project's innovative components involves leveraging the city's existing treated effluent, which meets the stringent Class A+ standards, as a valuable resource. This entails the development of an effluent reuse pipeline dedicated to industrial users, offering a sustainable alternative to groundwater consumption. By tapping into this pipeline, industrial companies gain access to a reliable water source for various applications, including cooling towers, landscaping, and other industrial processes.
The design of the project prioritizes ease of connectivity for industrial stakeholders. This emphasis on accessibility underscores the project's commitment to supporting the needs of local industries while promoting environmental stewardship and resource efficiency.
By harnessing treated effluent and fostering connectivity, the project aims to enhance operational resilience, stimulate economic development, and foster sustainable practices within the industrial sector.
Location
North Bianco Road Between Gila Bend Highway and Korten Road. Kortsen Road from North Bianco Road to the Water Reclamation Facility.