Since 1964, the Village of Akron’s wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) has played a crucial role in protecting public health and the environment in Western New York. As the region developed and environmental regulations evolved, the facility’s aging components struggled to keep pace.
Client
Village of Akron
Location
Village of Akron, New York
Total Project Cost
$6.5 M
Project Type
Water & Wastewater
Completed
2024
Size
$6.5 M
Services
Civil/Site Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering
Key Contact
Eric Wies
The Village partnered with CPL to implement a strategic modernization plan to ensure long-term efficiency, compliance and resilience.
Our Infrastructure practice team began by conducting a comprehensive feasibility study and engineering analysis to pinpoint the most critical upgrades needed. With a clear roadmap in place, we worked closely with the Village to help them secure $1.49 million in grant funding and a 30-year, 0% interest loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), making the improvements financially feasible.
The modernization effort focused on key infrastructure enhancements to improve capacity, treatment efficiency and system reliability.
We replaced the facility’s outdated rotating biological contactor (RBC) system with more effective technology, rehabilitated the anaerobic digesters to optimize water processing, and upgraded wastewater management systems to handle peak flows and extreme weather conditions more efficiently. A new ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system was also installed to meet effluent disinfection limits for fecal coliform and total residual chlorine.
By investing in these strategic enhancements, the Village of Akron has reinforced its commitment to environmental stewardship and long-term sustainability. The revitalized WWTF now delivers reliable service, meets evolving regulatory requirements, and supports future growth.
This project demonstrates the power of forward-thinking planning, advanced engineering and strong collaboration in strengthening essential public infrastructure.
