Crews focus on testing and tuning systems
New Update: Wastewater Wednesdays!
Last week, significant progress was made across both the Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility (MWRF) and the conveyance system as crews continued key preparation activities ahead of the next phase of the transition. Work at the facility focused on final readiness efforts in advance of biological seeding and the introduction of initial flows, while conveyance construction advanced to support the gradual redirection of wastewater to the new site. These coordinated efforts are laying the foundation for a smooth and controlled transition in the weeks ahead.
This week, work continues at the Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility as crews focus on testing and tuning systems in preparation for startup. These activities help ensure the facility is ready to begin receiving wastewater in March through a gradual, phased transition. Bringing the facility online in stages allows operators to carefully monitor performance, helping maintain reliable service as flows are introduced.
The new facility represents a major investment in Fort Pierce’s long-term infrastructure. By relocating wastewater treatment to a modern, inland site, the City is reducing flood risk, improving system reliability. The testing and tuning phase is an important step in making sure the facility operates as intended before additional flows are transitioned over time.
On the conveyance side, work continues along Avenue B between U.S. 1 and North 7th Street with installation of a new 16-inch force main. Roadway construction is also underway with demolition of the existing Moore’s Creek Bridge to allow replacement of approximately 700 linear feet of 18-inch force main and associated water main infrastructure. These improvements are a necessary step in preparing the system to support the redirection of wastewater flows to the new plant.
Together, the facility and conveyance improvements are designed to work as one system. As conveyance segments are completed, they allow wastewater to be redirected safely and gradually, supporting a smooth transition that strengthens reliability today while preparing the system for future growth and resilience.
Also, we’d like to thank all of our partners, contractors, vendors, and crews who are helping us deliver this important project to our customers! FPUA is grateful for this project with industry leaders Globaltech, Inc., Haskell and Hazen, the site designers and build team; TLC Diversified, Inc., re-routing the conveyance system to redirect wastewater flows away from the Indian River Lagoon; Kimley-Horn, the conveyance system designers, and the sub-contractors working so hard to keep this project safe and on schedule.
We are also thankful for the partnership with the City of Fort Pierce in this infrastructure improvement effort that will benefit the Fort Pierce community for generations to come.
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