The Regional Surface Water Supply (RSWS) Project for the Stanislaus Regional Water Authority (SRWA) received the National Award of Merit 2024 from the Design Build Institute of America. The project, in Hughson, CA, provides water from the Tuolumne River via an existing infiltration gallery, a new intake structure and raw water pump station and pipeline, which is treated at a new water treatment plant and delivered to the cities of Ceres and Turlock for municipal and industrial uses. The project delivers a long-term, sustainable water source that will allow for integrated use of groundwater and surface water.
Collaboration at the Heart of the Project
Stanislaus Regional Water Authority (SRWA) desired a collaborative process while using the BVDB model. This was communicated early by the SRWA team and reinforced through early engagement with the design-build community, distributing draft procurement and contract documents for review and input, and establishing and encouraging two-way communication. This level of collaboration continued throughout the project. When issues arose, particularly during the pandemic, the entire team came together to do what was best for the project. The best solution for the project was always put first by all parties.
The RSWS project created a drought-resilient, diverse and quality water supply to the surrounding community that also benefited agricultural areas nearby. The project provided environmental benefits to aquatic species in the upper reaches of the Tuolumne River. The team included Stanislaus Regional Water Authority (Owner), Jacobs (Design-Build Engineer), West Yost Associates (Owner Advisors) and key specialty contractors: Overaa, Mountain Cascade, and San Joaquin Electric.
