Waco to Upgrade Riverside Sewer Lift Station Capacity
The city is increasing wastewater capacity to support planned housing growth across local subdivisions.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Home Renovation
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The Waco City Council has awarded a $1.32 million contract to modernize the Riverside Lift Station. This upgrade will significantly boost wastewater capacity to accommodate future housing growth in the area.
Why it matters
The expansion is essential to support the city's infrastructure as new residential subdivisions increase the local sewage load. Upgrading from the original 2006 system ensures the reliability of wastewater services for the growing community.
The Riverside Lift Station upgrade will increase capacity from 475 to 1,750 gallons per minute. Quality W Contractors LLC was selected for the $1.32 million project out of 10 competitive bids.
The players
Waco City Council
The local governing body responsible for municipal infrastructure and budget oversight.
Quality W Contractors LLC
The construction firm tasked with the technical execution of the lift station upgrade.
Walker Partners
The engineering firm overseeing the construction-phase administration and site layout.
The details
Lift stations are critical to regional infrastructure, using pumps to move wastewater in areas where gravity alone is insufficient. The project involves installing new piping and controls, relocating the generator, and managing a temporary bypass system to maintain service during construction. Oversight for these technical tasks will be managed by Walker Partners under an amended $1.05 million contract.
Timeline
Construction is scheduled to begin in November 2026.
The project is expected to be complete by October 2027.
The Home Front
Waco is proactively expanding its utility capacity to match the density of major new residential subdivisions. This project reflects a wider municipal trend of scaling infrastructure to support growth before new housing becomes fully occupied.
Residents should track public notifications regarding potential temporary construction traffic or detours near the Riverside Lift Station site. If you live in proximity to upcoming subdivisions, consult your local tax assessor or city portal to monitor utility service developments.
The takeaway
Reliable wastewater infrastructure is a foundation for stable property values in expanding areas. Homeowners in developing sectors should keep an eye on city utility announcements to anticipate local site work and infrastructure timelines.
What happens next
Construction is expected to commence in November 2026, with project completion anticipated by October 2027.
Further reading
For updates on local infrastructure projects, visit the Home Renovation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Waco Tribune-Herald.
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