Kankakee River Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Facility – Phase 1A, 1B & 1C Improvements
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Kankakee River Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Facility
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Project Description
Excel Electric, Inc. was proud to support the Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency (KRMA) with electrical construction services for Phase 1A, 1B, and 1C of the comprehensive upgrade to the Kankakee River Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Facility in Kankakee County, Illinois. This multi-phase improvement program modernized a critical regional asset that serves multiple communities and protects the Kankakee River watershed. The overall project focused on increasing treatment reliability, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term system resilience for a facility that plays a vital role in public health and environmental stewardship.
Phase-Based Infrastructure Upgrades
The Phase 1 improvements addressed major process, electrical, and operational needs within the existing treatment plant while maintaining continuous operations — a key challenge for active wastewater facilities.
Excel Electric’s work supported upgrades that included:
- Electrical infrastructure for new and rehabilitated treatment processes
- Power distribution improvements supporting upgraded pumping, aeration, and process equipment
- Electrical systems designed for operational reliability and redundancy
- Coordination with engineers, operators, and multiple trades to support phased construction
- Work sequenced to maintain plant operation and minimize service disruption
These phases laid the foundation for future treatment capacity and system enhancements while improving day-to-day operational performance for plant staff.
Supporting a Critical Regional Asset
The KRMA facility upgrade represented a significant investment in long-term infrastructure, positioning the plant to meet evolving environmental regulations and serve the region well into the future. Projects of this scale require close coordination between owners, engineers, contractors, and operators — particularly when construction occurs within an active treatment environment.
Excel Electric’s experience in water and wastewater treatment facilities allowed our team to deliver safe, reliable electrical installations while supporting tight sequencing, safety requirements, and continuous operations.
Building Infrastructure Communities Depend On
From municipal buildings to complex treatment plants, Excel Electric brings proven expertise to public infrastructure projects where reliability, safety, and long-term performance matter most. The Kankakee River Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrades reflect our commitment to supporting essential systems that protect public health and the environment.
