Baytown Wastewater System SCADA Additon

Ardurra engineered a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) addition for the City of Baytown's existing wastewater collection and treatment system, delivering modern remote monitoring and automated control capabilities across multiple facilities. The project integrated SCADA technology into the city's network of lift stations and wastewater infrastructure, enabling operators to monitor system performance, respond to alarms, and control equipment from a centralized location.

Ardurra developed the complete control system architecture, including programmable logic controller (PLC) programming, operator interface terminal (OIT) configuration, and communication network design. Electrical and instrumentation engineering services ensured proper integration with existing equipment and compliance with applicable standards. The team coordinated closely with City of Baytown staff throughout design and construction to align the system with operational workflows and staff capabilities.

Construction phase services included shop drawing review, site observation, startup support, and operator training to ensure a successful system commissioning. The completed SCADA addition provides the City of Baytown with real-time visibility into wastewater system operations, reducing response times to equipment failures and improving overall system reliability.

• Integrated SCADA monitoring and control across multiple wastewater lift stations and treatment facilities, replacing manual monitoring processes with automated, real-time data collection.

• Developed custom PLC programming and OIT interfaces tailored to City of Baytown operational staff, reducing the learning curve and enabling efficient day-to-day system management.

• Designed communication network architecture to support reliable data transmission between remote lift stations and the central control location, minimizing potential points of failure.

• Provided comprehensive construction phase support, including startup and commissioning assistance, ensuring the system performed to design specifications before handoff to city operators.

• Enhanced the city's ability to detect and respond to system alarms proactively, reducing the risk of sanitary sewer overflows and improving regulatory compliance.

Ardurra successfully delivered a SCADA system addition that modernized the City of Baytown's wastewater operations, transitioning from manual processes to automated, real-time monitoring and control. The project equips city staff with the tools and data needed to operate the wastewater system more efficiently and reliably. This investment in control system infrastructure positions the City of Baytown to meet growing service demands while protecting public health and the environment.