Summer is in full swing, and with it comes continued progress on the work we’re doing to build, upgrade and maintain our water distribution and wastewater infrastructure for you. This edition highlights two key projects from across our operations that are examples of other work underway across our system and show what it takes to improve reliability for high-quality water. You’ll also find a seasonal water conservation reminder and answers to common summer water questions.
Before construction begins on new water and wastewater infrastructure, each project undergoes comprehensive engineering evaluations, planning, permitting, and regulatory review to help ensure reliable service for both existing and future customers. These projects are designed to meet system needs while maintaining the reliability and quality of service our customers expect.
For the Simmons Valley projects, the Wastewater Treatment Plant is 100% funded by the developer, meaning the developer is responsible for the cost of constructing the facility needed to serve the new development. Because the Simmons Valley Elevated Storage Tank will provide broader system benefits by balancing water pressure and improving system reliability along the Highway 281 corridor, funding for that project is shared between the developer and Texas Water Company.
Planning for these projects began several years before construction. The Letter of Intent for the Simmons Valley Development was signed in July 2021, followed by the Water Utility Service Agreement in August 2023. These milestones established the framework for engineering, permitting, design, and construction activities before work began in the field.
Simmons Valley Elevated Storage Tank
The Simmons Valley Elevated Storage Tank is a potable water storage tank shared between the Simmons Valley Development and Texas Water Company with a total capacity of 1.5 million gallons (MG).
Once completed, the Simmons Valley Elevated Storage Tank will balance water pressures and provide redundancy along the Highway 281 corridor.
Construction began in August 2025 and is on time.
Simmons Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Simmons Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant is a wastewater treatment plant that will serve the Simmons Valley Development for up to 150,000 gallons per day (gpd).
The wastewater treatment plant will provide high-quality, reuse-rated effluent and serve the Simmons Valley Development through future phases of construction.
Construction began in March 2026 and is on time with no significant impacts to schedule or construction cost.
As of Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the ground phase coating was completed.
The next phase has already begun, with crews on site preparing for the lift and air phase welding.
The Simmons WWTP project also includes the installation of “purple pipe,” which is used exclusively to convey recycled (reclaimed and treated) wastewater for non-potable purposes like irrigation. The color purple on these pipes and their connections is as an safety standard recognized industry wide, ensuring reclaimed-and-treated water is clearly identified and kept separate from potable drinking water systems.
The water delivered though these pipes support a range of beneficial uses such as landscape irrigation, industrial cooling, and other non-drinking applications, helping reduce demand for treated drinking water supplies. Incorporating the purple pipe aligns with our conservation goals and commitment to a reliable water system, as well as engaging in the One Water approach by maximizing the beneficial use of recycled water and promoting long-term resource sustainability.
We appreciate the continued interest in the Simmons Valley Development projects and will continue to share updates as construction progresses.
Q: Why is water conservation especially important during the summer?
A: Hotter temperatures increase outdoor water use while placing greater demand on the water system overall and for every customer that relies on it. Simple actions such as watering landscapes during the cooler parts of the day and checking irrigation systems for leaks can help to conserve water and support a reliable water system for the community.
Q: What are some easy ways to make more thoughtful use of water outdoors?
A: You can conserve by:
Thank you for taking the time to stay informed about the water and wastewater systems we manage for you. Texas Water Company is committed to keeping customers updated on important infrastructure projects and providing reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services. We look forward to sharing continued updates in the next edition of The Water Source. Previous editions and more resources for our customers can be found on our website.