Water Treatment Plant Expansion
Summary
The water authority reviewed how using state water development funding saved nearly $5.5 million in interest costs, despite minor construction schedule shifts and a recent $678,000 change order for early site work.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Overall project budget remains at $78.7 million, with owner contingency adjusted by $678,000 to $1.75 million following recent limited notice to proceed adjustments.
Baytown water customers benefit from long-term financing savings and a modernized, expanded water treatment facility.
Mentions & discussions (10)
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — September 16, 2026
The water authority reviewed how using state water development funding saved nearly $5.5 million in interest costs, despite minor construction schedule shifts and a recent $678,000 change order for early site work.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — August 19, 2026
The plant expansion is currently underway, but faced a 147-day delay due to state funding approvals. The board approved an additional $677,919 to cover costs associated with this delay.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — June 17, 2026
The authority is looking into ways to get water from sources other than just the City of Houston to ensure the area has enough water as it grows.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING — June 10, 2026
The Authority is seeking $9.6 million in state grants to design a system to remove PFAS, or 'forever chemicals,' from the local water supply. This is the first step in a larger project to ensure safer drinking water for the community.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING — May 28, 2026
The city is replacing old water meters with smart, GPS-enabled ones. This will allow residents to track their water usage in real-time via an app and get alerts for potential leaks.
CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF EVENT — April 21, 2026
The city is breaking ground on Phase II of the BAWA East Wastewater Treatment Plant. This expansion is crucial for improving wastewater management and ensuring environmental compliance.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY NOTICE OF EVENT — April 21, 2026
The Baytown Area Water Authority is breaking ground on Phase II of its East Water Surface Wastewater Treatment Plant. This expansion is aimed at improving wastewater services and capacity for the growing community.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — April 15, 2026
The East Surface Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion requires specialized equipment, the Super Pulsator Clarifier. The board approved a sole source purchase to ensure the project meets water quality and capacity needs.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — March 18, 2026
An amendment to the design-build agreement was approved to incorporate specific environmental conditions required by the Texas Water Development Board. This is a necessary administrative step for the project.
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY MEETING — February 25, 2026
The Authority is moving forward with Phase 2 of its East Surface Water Treatment Plant expansion. This involves contracting for essential construction materials testing to ensure the project's integrity and compliance with state law.
Related development
East Surface Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion Project
This amendment is a necessary step to move the expansion project forward, allowing for the full notice to proceed and eventual construction commencement.
East Service Water Treatment Plant Expansion
The change order covers $677,919 in costs due to a 147-day delay in project start.
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