Atlanta proposes $6 million to replace failing clarifier equipment at water reclamation centers

Atlanta proposes transferring $6 million from watershed reserves to replace mechanical components for up to three clarifiers. The supporting ordinance says aging equipment can no longer provide reliable service, causing repeated failures and limiting operating capacity at the R.M. Clayton, South River and Utoy Creek water reclamation centers.

Ordinance 26-O-1554 would add the money to the Westech Clarifiers Replacement Project through the FY 2027 Water and Wastewater Commercial Paper Notes Fund. The work would use an existing parts-and-services contract. The record supports a proposed budget transfer, not completed replacements or final funding approval.