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Iowa Park staff report wastewater plant is in compliance while repairs planned; six‑month temporary plant could cost $3 million
Summary
The Public Works Director said the wastewater treatment plant remains in TCEQ compliance but staff located a temporary plant that would cost about $3 million for a six‑month rental while repairs and a temporary clarifier are estimated. Council took no formal action.
Public Works Director Mike McCarty told the council the city’s wastewater treatment plant is still in compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) but needs work that will require draining the existing plant for repairs.
McCarty said staff has located a temporary replacement plant and estimated a six-month rental would cost approximately $3 million; staff is still waiting on separately estimated costs for a temporary clarifier. Council did not take formal action at the Aug. 25 meeting; staff will return with clarified cost estimates and options.
The minutes do not specify funding sources, timeline for repairs beyond the six-month rental calculation, or whether loan or grant funding would be sought. The council’s discussion flagged the cost and the immediate need to maintain regulatory compliance while repairs proceed.
