Stowe Regional Water Resource Recovery Facility  

Garney is building the Stowe Regional Water Resource Recovery Facility to support Charlotte’s growing population, working in partnership with Crowder Construction Co. as a joint venture and Hazen & Sawyer, P.C., providing engineering support. When finished, the plant will initially treat 15 million gallons of water per day, with future expansion to 32 million gallons per day. The project includes pump stations, force mains, and new outfall systems. Construction began with the installation of temporary power, the development of an access road, and the construction of an on-site bridge. 

When finished, the project will replace two older wastewater treatment plants, combining their discharges into one facility. This change will help protect the shoreline and wetlands along the Catawba River and create a more efficient, local treatment system. It also removes the need to replace more than 20 miles of pipeline and supports long-term environmental compliance. 

Solutions 

River Outfall Work: Garney Marine is building the Catawba River outfall, where treated water from the Stowe site will be discharged. This work requires precise coordination and adherence to environmental requirements to ensure compliant release into the river. 

Greenfield Site: The project began on undeveloped property with no power, water, or site access. Crews operated on generators for over six months while temporary utilities were installed. Access roads were built throughout the site, and a bridge was constructed to cross a small creek to reach work areas. 

Brownfield Site: Since the Stowe site is a brownfield, crews cannot remove any soil because of contamination from past mining. Construction methods were adjusted to work within these constraints while ensuring safety and compliance. The administration building will be LEED-certified, helping the client achieve its sustainability goals and providing future staff with an efficient workspace. 

Project Status

Work is ongoing throughout the site, and the project is expected to finish by late 2027.