Constructing a reliable water source for the Salina community.
Key Services
Construction
Self-Perform
Strategic Partnerships
Delivery Method
Progressive Design-Build (PDB)Capacity
3.5 MGDThe challenge
After a severe drought caused the Smoky Hill River to nearly run dry, the City of Salina, Kansas, faced an urgent need to secure a reliable water supply for its community. The city required a comprehensive solution that would not only provide a dependable source of water but also ensure long-term sustainability and resilience against future droughts.
Key Facts
Delivered on-time before peak water demand season
4 new raw water wells to decrease drought vulnerability
Challenge met
Under a progressive design-build contract, CAS Constructors delivered a new 3.5 MGD water treatment plant, wellfield improvements, and system connections to provide Salina with a dependable water supply. The water treatment plant includes a high-service pump station, clearwell, filter building, and chemical building, ensuring efficient and high-quality water treatment.
The project also included rehabilitating four of the city’s wells to enhance the wellfield’s reliability and capacity. By modernizing critical infrastructure and improving water sourcing systems, CAS Constructors provided the City of Salina with a sustainable solution to meet its water needs now and in the future.
Recent Projects
Bonner Springs Water Treatment Plant
Wichita Northwest Water Facility
