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Delivering Water Reliability for the City of Santa Ana

Butier Engineering is excited to announce the completion of the Well 32 Rehabilitation Improvement Project, a vital effort to ensure a clean and dependable water supply for the community. This multi-site project included:

  • A new above-ground well building at Morrison Park
  • Over 3,000 linear feet of well discharge piping along Bristol Street
  • A new sodium hypochlorite chemical building at John Garthe Reservoir

A huge thank you to our outstanding construction management team, including Omar Dandashi, Chandler Cartolano, Joseph Hawes, Bruce Phillips, and Bryan Wilson. They served as an extension of the City of Santa Ana’s construction arm, helping navigate challenges, minimize community impacts, and keeping the project moving forward.

We’re also grateful to our project partners whose expertise made this effort possible:

  • Tetra Tech – Engineer of Record
  • Pacific Hydrotech Corporation – General Contractor
  • T.E. Roberts – Pipeline Subcontractor
  • Kleinfelder – Geotechnical & Materials Testing
  • The Solis Group – Labor Compliance

Butier Partners with the City of Seal Beach on the Lampson Well Treatment System

Butier Engineering, Inc. is proud to have been selected by the City of Seal Beach (City) to provide construction management and inspection services for the Lampson Well Treatment System Project, a critical infrastructure effort aimed at improving water quality and restoring the well’s full operational capacity.

The City operates four groundwater wells, including the Lampson Well, located at 4307 Lampson Avenue. Initially constructed in 2011, the well is equipped with a 500 hp pump capable of delivering up to 3,500 gallons per minute (gpm). However, due to elevated hydrogen sulfide (H2S) levels in the groundwater, which can cause strong odors and water quality concerns, the well has been operating at a reduced capacity of 700-800 gpm.

To address these challenges, the City engaged PACE Advanced Water Engineering to design a granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment system. The system includes four GAC vessels arranged in a lead-lag configuration, optimized to efficiently remove H2S while providing flexibility to treat additional contaminants in the future if needed.

This project represents a significant step forward in enhancing water reliability and sustainability for the Seal Beach community. Butier is honored to support the City in delivering this essential project.

Project Progress Spotlight-City of Poway’s Clearwell Replacement Project

The Lester J. Berglund Water Treatment Plant Clearwell Replacement Project in Poway, California, is on schedule!

Butier Engineering, Inc. is proud to support this vital infrastructure upgrade, which will significantly improve the reliability of Poway’s drinking water system. The project includes the construction of two new 4-million-gallon circular pre-stressed concrete tanks—an important step toward securing long-term water resilience for the community.

We’re honored to collaborate with an outstanding team:

Together, we’re building a stronger future for Poway!

El Toro Water District Selects Butier for Water Recycling Plant Upgrades

Butier Engineering, Inc. (Butier) is proud to have been selected by El Toro Water District to provide construction management and inspection services for the Headworks and Secondary Clarifier No. 1 Rehabilitation Project.

This critical project involves rehabilitation, upgrades, and operational enhancements of the existing Water Recycling Plant aimed at improving system reliability, energy efficiency, and long-term serviceability. These improvements will ensure that the El Toro Water District continues to provide customers with safe, adequate, and reliable water and wastewater services.

Butier looks forward to working with Carollo Engineers (Engineer of Record), Filanc Construction (Contractor), Ninyo & Moore (Materials Testing/Specialty Inspection), and On-Site Technical Services (Startup and Commissioning) on this vital project to protect water reliability for the community.

Mesa Water Education Center: A Conversation with Board President Marice DePasquale

Butier Engineering sat down with Mesa Water District Board President Marice DePasquale to discuss the all-new Mesa Water Education Center — currently the only one of its kind in Orange County, giving it a unique regional role.

Butier delivered construction management and inspection services for this innovative facility, showcasing Mesa Water’s commitment to local groundwater conservation, community engagement, and future workforce development. Our construction management team, led by Project Manager Joe Blum and Lead Inspector Dustin Morton, CCM, made significant contributions to this exciting project.

Fast Facts About the Mesa Water Education Center:

  • Co-located with Mesa Water Reliability Facility – where 12,000-year-old groundwater is pulled from a deep aquifer and treated through nanofiltration
  • 100% Local Water Supply – only district in Orange County that meets all its water needs with local sources
  • 20+ Interactive Exhibits – exploring local groundwater, treatment, and delivery
  • Water-Wise Demonstration Garden – native plants and efficient landscaping techniques
  • Redwood Theater – immersive film experience about ancient amber water, also known as “redwood tea”
  • Mini Redwood Forest – misted grove planted in honor of the area’s prehistoric trees
  • Career Exploration – inspiring the next generation of water professionals

Additional links to Mesa Water Education Center details:  https://www.mesawater.org/community/mesa-water-education-center

The City of Manhattan Beach selects Butier for its Pacific Ave Sewer Lift Station Conversion to Gravity Line Project

Butier Engineering, Inc. is proud to partner with the City of Manhattan Beach to provide construction management and inspection services for the Pacific Avenue Sewer Lift Station Conversion to Gravity Line Project.

Originally constructed in the 1950s, the aging sewer lift station has reached the end of its service life. This vital infrastructure upgrade will convert the system to gravity flow, significantly reducing the risk of sewer spills and lowering operating and future capital replacement costs.

Key project highlights include:

  • Installation of a new gravity pipeline, utilizing primarily trenchless technology
  • Multi-phase construction with varying manhole sizes and depths
  • Connection to the existing LA County Sanitation District sewer gravity line
  • Street and sidewalk restoration
  • Decommissioning of the existing lift station upon project completion

We’re excited to collaborate with:

Butier Partners with OCWD on Bond Basin Slope Repair

Butier Engineering is proud to partner with the Orange County Water District (OCWD) to provide construction management and inspection services for the in the City of Orange.

Originally a former gravel pit, OCWD converted Bond Basin into a groundwater conservation basin in the early 1990s. This essential project will address erosion-related slope and storm drain issues, enhance stormwater management, and help safeguard ’ .

We’re proud to collaborate with:

Dana Point Harbor Celebrates Grand Opening of New Parking Structure

Congratulations to all project partners on the opening of the new Dana Point Harbor parking structure! Butier Engineering is proud to have collaborated with South Coast Water District to provide construction management and inspection services for the Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Phase 2 Project. Phase 2 is part of a broader revitalization effort at the harbor, which the County of Orange is leading in partnership with the Dana Point Harbor Partners, LLC (DPHP).

The scope of work for the Phase 2 project included various water and sewer improvements to support the development of the new parking structure and enhance the overall harbor experience:

Water Improvements

  • Replacing outdated ACP pipes with PVC & ductile iron pipe
  • Adding 7 water service laterals and 4 fire hydrants
  • Installing temporary water lines for service continuity
  • Coordinating utility relocation with SDG&E

Sewer Improvements

  • Installing over 665 LF of new PVC sewer pipe
  • Adding new sewer manholes & lateral connections
  • Removing old 12” VCP sewer line
  • Completing surface pavement repairs

OCWD and City of Tustin Celebrate Completion of PFAS Treatment Plant

Watch the project highlight video to see how collaboration, innovation, and dedication between the Orange County Water District, City of Tustin, and the State Water Resources Control Board came together to deliver clean, safe, and reliable drinking water to the Tustin community!

We’re proud to celebrate the successful completion of the Tustin PFAS Treatment Plant — a vital step in ensuring that when families turn on the tap, they can trust their water is clean and ready to drink. This project reflects a shared commitment to protecting public health and securing a clean water future.

Butier Engineering was honored to provide construction management and inspection services for this essential infrastructure effort. We’re grateful to have collaborated with these outstanding partners:

Standalone Intake Modifications Project Completion

We are excited to share that the final phase of the $182-million Standalone Intake Modifications Project at the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant is now complete! The project features an innovative system of 11 seawater screens supported by a newly constructed concrete access bridge. This cutting-edge design significantly enhances the protection of marine life by reducing intake water velocity and minimizing the size of the mesh opening.

At Butier, we were honored to contribute to this essential project by providing a range of construction management services, including:

  • Resident engineering
  • QA/QC management
  • Field inspection
  • Schedule review
  • Field engineering
  • Cost control

A big thank you to our talented team members—Matt Harvie, Kenneth Stiles, Bruce Phillips, Casey Harris, and Bryan Wilson—and to Kiewit-Shea II for bringing this vision to life.

️ Watch the project completion video below and see the achievement in action!