PCL Construction, Inc. recently announced it was proud to receive the Arizona Water Association’s (AZ Water) 2026 Water Treatment Project of the Year for the 24th Street Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation project in Phoenix.
The project was delivered by PCL Construction as Construction Manager at Risk in partnership with Carollo Engineers for the City of Phoenix.
The 24th Street Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation project strengthens the City of Phoenix’s water system resilience, helping mitigate the impacts of prolonged drought conditions and reductions to Colorado River water supplies.
AZ Water is the Arizona section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and the Arizona member association of the Water Environment Federation (WEF). The association presented the award at its 99th Annual Conference and Exhibition reception. It recognizes excellence in water infrastructure projects that demonstrate innovation, technical complexity and a lasting benefit to the community.
The recognition highlights the collaborative effort and dedication of the project team in delivering critical improvements to one of Phoenix’s essential water treatment facilities.
Phoenix water comes from a diverse mix of sources, including the Salt and Verde rivers, the Colorado River and groundwater. Phoenix Water Services operates five water treatment plants. The 24th Street Water Treatment Plant is a 140 million gallons per day (MGD) facility that treats water from the Salt River Project.
“Despite pandemic-era supply chain challenges, our team successfully navigated constraints to meet the project timeline and maintain uninterrupted water service for nearly 400,000 residents in northern Phoenix,” said Ankur Talwar, PCL’s civil infrastructure district manager. “We are honored to receive this award and to be recognized for the collaboration and commitment that made this critical infrastructure project possible.”
Phoenix city council recently received an update on the city’s water resources, drought preparedness efforts and long-term strategy.
City officials emphasized that Phoenix is well prepared, but said conditions on the Colorado River remain a concern due to prolonged drought and rising temperatures that have reduced river flows. New federal guidelines governing water use across the basin are also expected in the coming years.
“The Colorado River is facing significant challenges, and the entire region must work together to adapt,” Phoenix Water Resources Management Advisor Max Wilson said recently. “Phoenix has taken proactive steps to prepare, but continued collaboration, both regionally and within our community, will be essential to maintaining water reliability for our residents and economy.”
Source/s: PCL Construction, City of Phoenix
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