Take an inside look at Worthington’s Wastewater Treatment Facility with this interactive tour. Discover how an aging system was transformed into a modern, high-performance facility, and explore the key components… [ Read More about Worthington Wastewater Treatment Facility Interactive Tour ]

Engineering excellence takes many forms, and this year two of our projects have been recognized for standing out among the best in the state. The Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers… [ Read More about MnSPE Project Awards: Two Projects of the Year ]

This spring, Bolton & Menk’s Water/Wastewater team in Ames, Iowa provided engineering mentorship for Iowa State University seniors competing in the Midwest Student Design Competition. The semester-long capstone project challenged… [ Read More about Engineering Mentorship Supports First-Place Capstone Team ]

Westbrook Public Utilities’ Water Treatment Plant has received one of five AQUARIUS Awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Each awarded project was funded in part by the Drinking Water… [ Read More about Westbrook Water Treatment Plant Earns AQUARIUS Recognition ]

Communities across the U.S. count on safe, reliable water and wastewater systems to protect public health, support economic stability, and enable long term growth. When those systems are challenged by… [ Read More about Funding Forward: Water Infrastructure Funding That Builds Resilient Communities ]

Along the rugged shoreline of Lake Superior lies the City of Two Harbors, Minnesota, a community known for its historic charm, scenic beauty, and vibrant tourism. With a population of… [ Read More about Brewing Solutions: Two Harbors Wastewater Treatment Facility ]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals,” have become a growing concern for communities across the country. Used in everything from nonstick cookware to firefighting foam, PFAS is… [ Read More about Community Action for Cleaner Water: PFAS Solutions ]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals—over 10,000 known compounds—that share similar chemical and physical properties. Linked to cancer and other serious health concerns, PFAS… [ Read More about PFAS in Water and Wastewater: What You Need to Know ]

In an age where sustainability and efficiency are of utmost importance, municipalities are progressively adopting innovative solutions to upgrade critical infrastructure. Wastewater management, frequently overlooked, is crucial in maintaining environmental… [ Read More about Albertville WWTF Biosolids Improvements ]

Over the past eight years, Worthington Public Utilities (WPU) has navigated the long and challenging process of modernizing their municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure. WPU is responsible for managing, operating, and… [ Read More about Worthington WWTF: Constructing Improvements for Now and the Future ]

Is your water safe? Today we learn how to test for iron and manganese thanks to the staff over at the Buffalo, Minnesota Water Treatment Plant and our very own… [ Read More about Testing Water for Iron and Manganese – Field Day Ep. 1 ]

The City of Isanti, Minnesota, has a 750,000-gallon water tower that was built in 2003, and has been considering either reconditioning or overcoating that tank. In 2017, Bolton & Menk… [ Read More about Recondition or Overcoat? ]

Prior to initiating improvements in 2020, the Hoyt Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) was as old as the city itself. The facility and city were born out of necessity to… [ Read More about Design it and They (The Funds) Will Come ]

The Minnesota Rural Water Association (MRWA) presented Bolton & Menk water and wastewater staff with an Extra Mile Award for their efforts in going above and beyond to help the… [ Read More about MRWA Presents Bolton & Menk with Extra Mile Award ]

Congratulations to the City of Britt who received the 2023 APWA Iowa Chapter Project of the Year Award in the Historic Restoration/Preservation $1Million to $2.5 Million category. This award recognizes… [ Read More about City of Britt Receives APWA Iowa Chapter Project of the Year Award ]

Raleigh open house day is finally here! Though we’ve been serving our clients from our spectacular downtown location since mid-summer, we’re thrilled to have an official unveiling of our new… [ Read More about Raleigh Open House Celebration ]

Katie Sterk, environmental project manager out of Bolton & Menk’s Ames location, has been awarded the 2022 Outstanding Service to IA-AWWA Award. The Outstanding Service to IA-AWWA Award recognizes and… [ Read More about Sterk Honored With IA-AWWA Outstanding Service Award  ]

The Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) approach offers a strategic alternative to the traditional design-bid-build model, giving owners more control and confidence throughout the project lifecycle. With CMAR, owners bring… [ Read More about CMAR (Construction Manager at Risk) Project Delivery ]

As communities grow and water demand rises, the need for sustainable solutions becomes more urgent. Water reuse offers a smart and eco-conscious way to meet this demand while preserving our most precious… [ Read More about Water Reuse Solutions for Sustainable Growth ]

The wireless telecommunications industry is constantly evolving, driven by the need for the best coverage, fastest connections, and most efficient data transmission. This competitive landscape necessitates continuous new construction and… [ Read More about Maximize Revenue with Telecommunication Services ]

PFAS in biosolids are becoming a critical concern for communities managing wastewater and agricultural reuse. Often referred to as “forever chemicals,” PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are persistent in… [ Read More about PFAS in Biosolids: Guidance for Communities ]

Each year, the direct cost of corrosion in the United States exceeds $250 billion. Its impacts are widespread, affecting various sectors such as water and wastewater infrastructure, bridges, pipelines, and… [ Read More about Protective Coatings: Extend the Life of Your Infrastructure ]

A water model is an essential tool for analyzing existing water systems, identifying improvement options, and evaluating proposed developments while assessing hydraulic performance. It tracks water flow and pressure at… [ Read More about Water Distribution Hydraulic Modeling ]

The City of Sioux Center’s Wastewater Treatment Facility earned an American Society of Civil Engineers – Iowa Chapter Outstanding Civil Engineering Award for its work to meet nutrient reduction and disinfection goals in the community. This award recognizes… [ Read More about ASCE-IA Honors Sioux Center Wastewater Treatment with Outstanding Civil Engineering Award ]

The City of Sioux Center’s Wastewater Treatment Facility earned an American Council of Engineering Companies of Iowa Honor Award at their Engineering Excellence Banquet on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. This award recognizes engineering firms for projects that demonstrate… [ Read More about Sioux Center Wastewater Treatment Receives ACEC-IA Honor Award  ]

Bolton and Menk’s pilot water treatment plant is a portable, small-scale facility designed to test and demonstrate water and wastewater treatment solutions in real-world conditions. For more than 25 years,… [ Read More about Inside Our Pilot Water Treatment Plant ]

On Tuesday, August 3, the City of Pipestone Water Treatment Plant was honored with the Chloride Reduction Leadership Award at the 2021 Salt Symposium. This award was given for their efforts to lower chloride levels in water levels, also reducing chloride concentrations in… [ Read More about Pipestone Water Treatment Plant Recognized for Water Softening Efforts ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC-MN) recognized the City of Winnebago’s Northwest Infrastructure Improvements project with a 2020 Honor Award. The Engineering Excellence Awards Program recognizes engineering… [ Read More about Winnebago Infrastructure Project Receives Honor Award ]

The City of Pipestone, Minnesota, has received one of five AQUARIUS Awards through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) program. The city’s water treatment plant… [ Read More about Pipestone Honored with EPA AQUARIUS Award ]

High levels of salt in the environment can cause safety concerns in many different areas, from the health of aquatic life and community residents to the functionality of infrastructure. Salt… [ Read More about Morris Project Seen in Industry Magazines ]

Watch below to learn how we helped the City of Pipestone reduce chlorides in their wastewater–featuring our very own, John Graupman and Walter the Raindrop! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QbSGuKx71w As featured during the… [ Read More about Treating Chloride Levels at the Source ]

Step inside the Water Treatment Facility in Blaine, MN with this interactive virtual tour. Explore the ins-and-outs of the systems that treat your water and discover how modern infrastructure works… [ Read More about Blaine’s Water Treatment Facility Virtual Tour ]

Step inside the Sioux Center, Iowa Wastewater Treatment Facility with this interactive virtual tour. This interactive experience walks you through each step of the treatment process, showing how every building… [ Read More about Sioux Center Wastewater Treatment Facility Virtual Tour ]

On Tuesday, August 4, the City of Morris received the Chloride Reduction Leadership Award at the 2020 Salt Symposium. This award was given to the city’s water treatment plant for… [ Read More about Morris Honored for Chloride Reduction Effort ]

High levels of salt in the environment can cause safety concerns in many different areas, from the health of aquatic life and community residents to the functionality of infrastructure. Salt… [ Read More about Reducing Chlorides in the Morris Community ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC-MN) recognized the City of Pipestone at their Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet on January 24. The water treatment facility received a Grand… [ Read More about City of Pipestone Receives ACEC-MN Grand Award ]

America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 will be requiring new and updated Risk Assessments and Emergency Response Plans for community water systems serving more than 3,300 people. Our water systems… [ Read More about Risk Assessment and Emergency Response Plans ]

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The American Public Works Association (APWA) named the City of Mankato’s Water Treatment Backwash Reclamation Project “Project of the Year,” the highest honor in the environmental category for a project… [ Read More about APWA Names Mankato Project of the Year ]

The City of Mankato was recognized by the American Public Works Association (APWA) – Minnesota Chapter at the annual conference on November 17. The City of Mankato Water Treatment Backwash… [ Read More about Mankato Receives Environmental Stewardship Award ]