Water Reclamation Facility

American Structurepoint evaluated the WRF to ensure its capacity to treat incremental flows while accommodating more stringent environmental standards related to the Indiana Great Lakes Initiative Anti-degradation Policy and future total maximum contaminant daily loads. The study evaluated the current operating regime for opportunities of savings in energy consumption and operation and maintenance, analyzed the capacity of each phase of its treatment processes, and identified process criteria for planning future WRF investments. The study resulted in a 20-year capital improvements program tabulating the plateaus in waste loading that will trigger the need for new investments. The study also identified early action improvements that will provide significant economies in facility operations, improve WRF’s reliability, and provide for incremental load capacity. Funding and implementation of the 20-year CIP will ensure the WRF remains an asset in implementing the City’s economic development program.