Project Overview
The Design of our new water treatment plant is underway. The new plant will be designed to meet modern standards and community needs. It will provide a state-of-the-art water treatment process, advance our monitoring and control systems, and ensure compliance with future regulatory requirements.
CDM Smith has been diligently advancing the design of the new plant, and construction is now underway. The projected completion date is August 2028.
Project Progress & Monthly Updates
Stay informed on the ongoing updates and milestones of the Delray Beach Water Treatment System Upgrade. Explore our monthly progress reports below to track construction developments, site activities, and key infrastructure improvements as we work toward building a state-of-the-art facility for our community.
May 2026
During May 2026, project operations focused on drilling Deep Injection Well #2 to a depth of approximately 1,100 feet, performing initial rehabilitation work on existing Water Well #40 at Morikami Park, executing exploratory digs to re-route sludge lines ahead of the Dewatering Building demolition, completing the sewer line re-routing and tie-in for the new Nanofiltration Building, and tapping saddle valves across raw water pipelines on both the east and west sides of the plant site.
June 2026
In June 2026, work advanced with the continued deep drilling of Deep Injection Well #2 down to 1,100 feet, ongoing rehabilitation efforts on Water Well #40 at Morikami Park, finalization of the sewer line re-routing and tie-in for the Nanofiltration Building, exploratory excavations for sludge line relocation, and the successful installation and tapping of saddle valves on the plant’s east and west raw water transmission mains.
July 2026
In July 2026, major site progress included drilling Surficial Aquifer System (SAS) wells and installing pit casings, completing the demolition of the Dewatering Building, excavating the stormwater pond, temporarily rerouting electrical power, relocating Sabal Palms and site trees, continuing ice pigging along raw water main lines, removing sludge lines, and managing ongoing utility relocations with FPL and AT&T.
August 2026
In August 2026, major site progress included installing sheet piles and excavating the footprint for the Nanofiltration Building, rerouting plant operations piping, drilling Surficial Aquifer System (SAS) wells and installing pit casings, completing the demolition of the Dewatering Building, excavating the stormwater pond, temporarily rerouting electrical power, relocating Sabal Palms and site trees, continuing ice pigging along raw water main lines, removing sludge lines, and managing ongoing utility relocations with FPL and AT&T.
September 2026
In September 2026, major site progress included installing rigid inclusions, rerouting the storm drain system, installing sheet piles and excavating the footprint for the Nanofiltration Building, rerouting plant operations piping, drilling Surficial Aquifer System (SAS) wells and installing pit casings, completing the demolition of the Dewatering Building, excavating the stormwater pond, temporarily rerouting electrical power, relocating Sabal Palms and site trees, continuing ice pigging along raw water main lines, removing sludge lines, and managing ongoing utility relocations with FPL and AT&T.
What we do
Our current water treatment plant is over 60 years old. As a result, our Water Quality standard that will go into effect in the next few years.
The new plant will replace the existing conventional lime softening plant and provide enhanced treatment technologies. Investing in the design and construction of a new water treatment plant is critical. It will ensure we continue to meet or exceed state and federal requirements for drinking water. Moreover, the new plant will modernize our water infrastructure, improve water quality, and ensure a sustainable future for our community.
Ongoing Construction Activity
Deep Injection Well Construction
To support the new Water Treatment Plant, the City is constructing deep injection wells, which safely manage treated water and protect our drinking water supply.
Construction Start
December 27, 2025
Construction Hours
24/7
Location
Delray Beach Utilities Division Site
Contact Raed Ghantous at
+1(978)408-0777 or GhantousRS@cdmsmith.com
Past Events
Groundbreaking Ceremony
New Water Treatment Plant
The City of Delray Beach invites the community to celebrate the official start of construction on the new Water Treatment Plant. This milestone marks the beginning of a modern, resilient, and reliable water system designed to serve residents for generations. Join us as we break ground on a new era of clean, reliable water for our community.
Location
City of Delray Beach Utilities Division 434 S. Swinton Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33444
Event Parking
SW 7th St. between SW 2nd Ave & SW 4th Ave
Changes to Your Water Bill
At the May 20, 2025, City Commission Meeting, the Commission approved Ordinance No. 15-25 on Second Reading to increase water and sewer rates. The rate increase went into effect on October 1, 2025.
- Prior to 2022, water rates had not been increased for more than 15 years.
- The rate increases will help pay for the new water treatment plant.
- The City Commission is continuing to explore alternate funding sources to offset future costs.
The charts below show the estimated rate increases for water and wastewater service. Please note that 6,000 gallons per month is an estimated usage amount for a typical household.
The chart below shows our estimated water and wastewater bills compared to other cities in South Florida.
Questions?
If you have questions about the new water treatment plant, or would like more information, please contact Raed Ghantous at
+1(978)408-0777 or GhantousRS@cdmsmith.com