The City of Tampa is continuing its long-term effort to modernize critical water infrastructure, moving forward with a major upgrade to the David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility. Highlighted in a recent t article, the Chemical Systems Improvement Project represents a strategic investment in water quality, operational efficiency, and system resilience. Carollo is proud to serve as the design engineer for this important initiative.
Modernizing Chemical Treatment for Improved Water Quality
The $42 million project focuses on updating aging chemical treatment systems to better serve Tampa’s growing population and evolving water quality needs. A central component of the upgrade is the installation of an on-site sodium hypochlorite generation facility, enabling the plant to produce its own liquid bleach for disinfection purposes. The project also includes a strengthened ammonia delivery system to improve dosing reliability and support future demand.
According to the Tampa Water Department, these improvements will streamline treatment operations, reduce the facility’s reliance on transported chemicals, enhance safety, and lower long-term operating and maintenance costs. The upgrades are also expected to improve the taste and odor of drinking water for customers across the region.
Strengthening Reliability and Long-Term Resilience
As Tampa continues to grow, the city is taking a proactive approach to maintaining and improving its drinking water system. The Chemical Systems Improvement Project is part of a larger strategy to upgrade critical facilities and support sustainable service for decades to come. “This project is a smart investment that strengthens the reliability of our water treatment system while delivering better water quality,” said Rory Jones, Director of the Tampa Water Department. “The work we do today will pave the way for a more sustainable, resilient tomorrow.”
Carollo is partnering with Garney Construction to deliver a modernized facility that enhances treatment reliability and provides the flexibility needed to meet future regulatory and operational challenges.
Investing in Tampa’s Water Future
The project is funded through Tampa’s Progressive Infrastructure Planning to Ensure Sustainability (PIPES) program, a $2.9 billion initiative aimed at upgrading to city’s aging water and wastewater infrastructure. By advancing this work today, Tampa is positioning itself to support population growth, maintain affordability, and protect water quality well into the future.
To learn more about the Chemical Systems Improvement Project and Tampa’s water system upgrades, read the full article in Water Finance & Management.
