A major new water infrastructure project is planned for the western edge of Fort Worth, where a large tract of land near Mary’s Creek is slated to become the future site of a new water reclamation facility.
The project, known as the Mary’s Creek Water Reclamation Facility, represents a significant investment aimed at supporting continued growth in this part of the city.
Construction and Project Scope
According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the project calls for the construction of a multi-building treatment facility at 11091 Chapin Road.
The development is expected to include eight buildings dedicated to various treatment and operational functions, including process treatment units, operations space, solids handling, chemical systems, electrical infrastructure, and pump and ultraviolet treatment components.
Construction is currently scheduled to begin in October 2026, with completion projected for February 2030. The estimated cost of the project is listed at $464 million, making it one of the more substantial infrastructure investments planned for this area.
A Site That Has Remained Largely Undeveloped
Historical aerial imagery shows that the project site has remained largely rural for decades. Imagery from the early 2000s depicts open land with scattered trees, dirt access paths, and nearby excavation activity, but no major infrastructure development on the site itself.
More recent street-level imagery from early 2025 shows that conditions remain largely unchanged. The land appears mostly undeveloped, with only minor staging activity visible, including work vehicles, equipment, and temporary materials. No vertical construction or large-scale grading is evident at this time.
This aligns with the project’s current timeline, as construction is not scheduled to begin until late 2026.
Why This Facility Is Being Built
The Mary’s Creek facility is designed to address increasing wastewater demand in western Fort Worth. Planning documents indicate that the project is intended to serve the city’s expanding western areas, where growth is placing additional pressure on existing wastewater infrastructure.
Rather than relying solely on expanding pipeline capacity to existing treatment facilities, the new plant will allow wastewater to be collected and treated closer to where it is generated. This approach reduces system strain and provides additional flexibility for future expansion.
More Than Wastewater: Reclaimed Water Supply
In addition to treating wastewater, the facility is expected to produce reclaimed water for reuse. This treated water can be used for irrigation, landscaping, and certain commercial or industrial purposes.
Any remaining treated water will be discharged into Mary’s Creek, with treatment levels required to meet state regulatory standards before release.
The ability to reuse water locally is an increasingly important component of long-term water planning, particularly in fast-growing regions.
A Large Site for a Long-Term Investment
The project site covers roughly 100 acres, significantly larger than the combined building footprint. While the structures themselves account for under 100,000 square feet, much of the site will be used for treatment processes, infrastructure systems, and operational spacing.
This type of layout is typical for water reclamation facilities, which rely on a combination of buildings and open process areas to function effectively.