Renovation of a water / sewer project in Leander, Texas. Design plans call for the renovation of a water / sewer project.

The Water Maintenance division within the Public Works Department maintains the City’s utility infrastructure to protect public health and safety while conserving natural resources. This division operates and maintains the water distribution system and is responsible for the Sandy Creek Water Treatment Plant owned by the City, but operated by the Brazos River Authority (BRA). The water distribution system includes 402 miles of transmission and distribution lines, storage tanks, pumps, valves, 3,610 hydrants, meters and other associated appurtenances. The City also is a partner in the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA), which operates a regional water treatment plant. FY 2023 ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Started new valve and hydrant program with a new two-man crew to exercise, operate and maintain valves and hydrants thought-out city’s water infrastructure. • Completed rehabilitation on Crystal Falls Pump Station pumps #4 through #6. • Completed 2023 lead and copper testing and began new lead and copper based on the rule revision from the EPA and TCEQ. • Purchased new Vac-truck (Vactor-Impacted). • Completed design for the Sandy Creek Water Treatment Plant Residuals Management. FY 2024 OBJECTIVES • Begin Zebra Mussels pilot program with Trident Research for Sandy Creek Barge. • Begin construction on the Terminus Pump Station CIP W.74 and Lakeline waterline extension CIP W.72. • Continue leak detection program to reduce water loss and minimize repairs. • Continue the hydrant and air release painting program. • Respond to emergency service requests within 2 hours, non-emergency requests within 24 hours, and requests for information within 48 hours. The project is included in the City's fy 2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). As of October 10, 2024, further details regarding construction and completion timelines have not been released. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.