Sustainable Solutions: How INFRA Upgraded Wastewater Infrastructure for a Growing Idaho Community

Population growth in states like Idaho is transforming communities, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Rapid development often places significant stress on existing infrastructure, particularly on utility systems like wastewater management. In burgeoning communities, strategic planning and infrastructure upgrades are necessary to maintain quality of life and environmental integrity.

Dry Creek Ranch, an expansive housing community in the foothills of Boise, faced precisely this challenge. As more families moved into the area, it became clear that the community's wastewater system required further expansion. INFRA science & engineering responded with customized solutions to expand the decentralized wastewater treatment and reuse system.  Solutions were carefully implemented to handle current demand and seamlessly accommodate future expansion.

The upgraded system now effectively serves over 800 homes and processes up to 80,000 gallons of wastewater per day. The system also includes designs to recycle 10,000 gallons of utility water daily. These improvements illustrate how proactive infrastructure upgrades can sustainably support population growth without compromising environmental responsibility.

Decentralized wastewater systems offer notable benefits, including flexibility, scalability, and sustainability. They allow for customized technical solutions that are proportioned to the needs of the local community, ensuring capital investment and operational revenue remain localized and reflect regional ecological priorities. 

However, they also require precise management and ongoing performance monitoring to maintain the stringent water quality standards which govern water reuse applications. In partnership with the owner, INFRA addressed these potential risks by employing a rigorous, data-driven approach to ensure the upgraded system operates efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively.

The successful implementation at Dry Creek Ranch serves as a prime example of how investing in advanced, localized utility solutions not only addresses immediate infrastructure needs but also establishes a sustainable framework for future development. This project demonstrates to communities experiencing similar population growth the value of forward-thinking infrastructure planning.

INFRA science & engineering specializes in helping communities navigate the complexities of growth through sustainable infrastructure upgrades. Contact us to learn how we can support your organization’s journey toward sustainable, resilient growth.