The Fontanelle Wastewater Treatment System Improvements project in Fontanelle, Iowa was a significant upgrade to the town’s wastewater treatment plant.

Extensive enhancements were made to improve the efficiency and reliability of this facility, which discharges treated wastewater into the Middle Nodaway River.

Price Electric collaborated with MXZ Construction of Wisconsin to execute this project, ensuring the plant meets modern standards and environmental regulations.

Key improvements included the installation of four submerged attached growth reactors and secondary flow splitter structures, which are crucial for effective wastewater treatment.

The aeration system was also replaced, and a new blower building was added. This new building houses the upgraded electrical and HVAC systems and includes a diesel emergency backup generator and transfer switch, ensuring the plant’s operations remain uninterrupted during power outages.

These upgrades collectively enhance the plant’s capacity to treat wastewater efficiently and sustainably.

The improvements to the Fontanelle Wastewater Treatment System have a significant positive impact on the local community.

The project enhances the efficiency and reliability of the wastewater treatment process, ensuring that the treated water discharged into the Middle Nodaway River meets higher environmental standards.

This helps protect the local ecosystem and contributes to the overall health and safety of the community.