Los Alamos Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

• Project typeWastewater infrastructure improvements
• Project value$2,000,000
• Project scheduleConstruction 2026-2027
• Contractor nameVarious

Update

As of September 30: 

The fine screen was completed in-house by GWS crews during the summer of 2026. The UV disinfection replacement is scheduled for December 2026. 

Project Overview

The Los Alamos Wastewater Treatment Plant was commissioned in 2004 and has been in operation for 20 years. The equipment at the plant has maintenance issues and is nearing its life expectancy. With several items needing to be addressed, DPU will apply for a $2,000,000 Rural Infrastructure Program (RIP) loan to fund these projects together.

 

Budget:           Motor Controls Centers – Miscellaneous       $200,000

                        Fine Screen                                                     $500,000             completed 2026

                        Blower Building HVAC                                  $200,000

                        UV Disinfection Replacement                        $300,000            scheduled Dec 2026

 

Contact details

Location

3500 Pueblo Canyon Road, Los Alamos, NM 87544  View Map