From KRIS 6 News
In an exciting development for the city of Corpus Christi, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has given the green light to the city's ambitious Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus project by unanimously approving their Texas Pollution on Environmental Quality (TPDES) permit. This monumental decision paves the way for the construction of a state-of-the-art desalination plant that will provide a whopping 36 million gallons of fresh, potable water to the Coastal Bend region each and every day. City Manager Peter Zanoni hailed the permit approval as a "historic moment" and a major milestone that showcases the city's unwavering commitment to ensuring a sustainable water supply for generations to come. The road to this point began all the way back in January 2020, when city officials first submitted the TPDES and Water Rights permit application to the TCEQ. What followed was a comprehensive and rigorous review process involving in-depth technical evaluations, thorough environmental assessments, and ample opportunities for the public to provide input and voice any concerns - all to verify that the Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus will adhere to all applicable regulatory requirements. With the permit now in hand, the real work begins. Construction on this transformative project is slated to commence in the first quarter of 2026 and will continue over a two year period through 2028. If all goes according to plan, the summer of 2028 will mark the momentous occasion when construction is completed and this vital new facility will begin supplying the region with a reliable source of clean, desalinated water. It's an exciting time for Corpus Christi as they take a huge leap forward in securing their water future.
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