Program & Utility Support

From Crisis Mode to Control.

Running a stormwater program is hard. Aging infrastructure, tight budgets, new regulations, and residents who don't understand why their fees keep going up.

We help municipalities get it under control. Our team includes people who've actually run these programs, so we know what works and what doesn't. We help you set up sustainable funding through utility structures and rate studies that make sense. We build asset inventories that tell you what you own, what condition it's in, and what it'll cost to maintain. And we help you shift from crisis mode to planning ahead.

Whether you're establishing a new stormwater utility, updating your fee structure, or trying to get a handle on thousands of aging assets, we give you the tools and strategies to run an efficient program that can actually keep up with demand.

Stormwater utility feasibility studies and implementation
Rate structure development and cost-of-service analysis
Strategic asset management planning
Capital improvement planning and prioritization
MS4 program evaluation and compliance support
GIS-based inventory and condition assessment
Public outreach and stakeholder engagement
Funding strategy development and grant assistance

Our approach begins with a clear understanding of your program goals, followed by data-driven analysis and collaborative planning. We integrate financial modeling, GIS tools, and risk-based prioritization to create programs that are practical, defensible, and sustainable. By leveraging proven methodologies and lessons learned from leading utilities, we help clients achieve operational excellence and long-term resilience.

Utility rate modeling and financial forecasting
GIS integration with CMMS and asset management platforms
Risk-based prioritization and criticality scoring
Life-cycle cost analysis for stormwater assets
NASSCO-certified condition assessment protocols
ESRI Experience Builder and Power BI dashboards
MS4 compliance auditing and program development

Turning Water Challenges Into Lasting Solutions

Access to safe drinking water is the cornerstone of a thriving community. At Ardurra, we combine technical excellence with innovative strategies to help clients navigate the complexities of water supply and treatment: from aging infrastructure and emerging contaminants (including PFAS and microplastic), lead and copper rules to climate change and evolving regulations. With proven expertise and a forward-thinking approach, we transform challenges into resilient, sustainable solutions that protect public health, foster economic prosperity, and ensure reliable water supplies for generations to come.

Key Services

Water Treatment Plant Planning, Design, and Optimization
Source Water Assessment and Development
Potable Water Supply System Master Planning
Water Distribution Network Design and Analysis
Water Quality Monitoring and Compliance
Treatment Process Upgrades and Capacity Expansion
Pumping and Storage System Design
SCADA and Automation Integration for Water Systems
Emergency Response and Resiliency Planning
Feasibility Studies and Cost-Benefit Analysis

How We Deliver

We guide you through every stage—from conceptual design and master planning to construction and commissioning. Our responsive approach means we quickly understand your unique challenges and deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions tailored to your community's needs. You'll work directly with a multidisciplinary team that brings together the right expertise for your project, without unnecessary layers slowing decisions or progress. The result: seamless execution, timely delivery, and drinking water systems that keep your community safe and thriving.

Specialized Technical Expertise

Conventional and Advanced Water Treatment Processes (e.g., coagulation, flocculation, filtration, disinfection)
Membrane Filtration (UF, MF, RO) Design and Operation
Chemical Feed and Optimization for Treatment Efficiency
Water Quality Modeling and Risk Assessment
Corrosion Control and Distribution System Water Quality
Source Water Protection and Watershed Management
Regulatory Compliance and Drinking Water Standards (e.g., Safe Drinking Water Act, PFAS, CECs)
Process Simulation and Hydraulic Modeling
Water Reuse and Integration with Potable Supply (NPR, IPR, DPR)
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Water Treatment
Rehabilitation, Renewal, and Modernization (RRM) of Treatment Works

MS4 Program and Plan Review Support

Charleston, SC

Keeping Charleston's Stormwater Program Compliant and on Schedule

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