Water Treatment Plant Upgrades and Expansion
Summary
Denton is investing over $92 million to expand and modernize the Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant, replacing 60-year-old infrastructure and increasing treatment capacity to 30 million gallons per day to support city growth.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The first guaranteed maximum price is $92,321,565, funded through water and wastewater utility funds.
Denton residents and commercial water users will benefit from modernized, reliable wastewater treatment that accommodates future population growth.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (6)
Public Utilities Board — July 13, 2026
The city is applying for a $35 million grant to upgrade water meters, which could improve billing accuracy and leak detection.
Public Utilities Board — April 27, 2026
Major upgrades and an expansion are underway at the Ray Roberts Water Treatment Plant to increase capacity and improve performance. This includes replacing equipment, enhancing filtration systems, and potentially increasing the plant's output.
Public Utilities Board — February 23, 2026
Denton is investing over $92 million to expand and modernize the Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant, replacing 60-year-old infrastructure and increasing treatment capacity to 30 million gallons per day to support city growth.
City Council — February 3, 2026
Updates to the city's backflow prevention ordinance are proposed to modernize rules for commercial properties and ensure the safety of the drinking water supply.
Public Utilities Board — January 26, 2026
A work session was planned to discuss updates to the Cross Connection Control and Backflow Ordinance. This ordinance is crucial for protecting the city's drinking water supply from contamination.
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