Expanding Capacity to Fuel Regional growth

As residential development accelerated in Platte County, Missouri, the local sewer district reached a critical operational threshold. The system was at maximum capacity, threatening to stall new construction and strain aging infrastructure. To support continued growth without service disruptions, the area required an immediate, strategic expansion of its treatment capabilities.

strategic upgrades & seamless integration

Leveraging a long-standing partnership with the Timber Creek Sewer Company, Havens Construction was selected to deliver a multi-phase infrastructure upgrade. The project scope focused on the precision application of epoxy lining within a new plant structure and the mechanical installation of an owner-supplied Aero-Mod treatment system.

A phased execution strategy was vital: by prioritizing the activation of the new system first, our teams could later retrofit the infrastructure without a single hour of service interruption for the community.

overcoming environmental constraints

To meet a firm deadline of April 16, 2026, crews navigated a narrow construction window that required complex controls

• Precision Coating: The project featured 15,000 square feet of specialized epoxy lining. To ensure structural integrity and coating performance during cold-weather windows, the team engineered a temporary enclosure and implemented industrial heating measures to maintain strict application conditions.
• Mechanical Expertise: Full installation and calibration of the Aero-Mod system were completed on an accelerated track.
• The Havens Way: Through proactive field execution and disciplined coordination, the team successfully mitigated environmental risks, ensuring the facility was ready to go live on schedule.

“People think Havens and pipe, not Havens and plant. Today, people are like: I didn’t know you did that kind of work!”

— Eric Havens, President

Project impact

The Timber Creek expansion effectively removed the “bottleneck” for local developers. The upgraded facility not only alleviates immediate capacity concerns but also provides a scalable foundation for the district’s master plan, ensuring reliable, high-performance utility service for thousands of future households.

by the numbers

• 15,000 SF of High-Performance Epoxy Lining
• Aero-Mod Advanced Treatment System Installation
• Zero Service Interruptions During Facility Retrofit

Scope of work

• Application of specialized epoxy lining for new plant structures.
• Installation of owner-supplied Aero-mod wastewater treatment technology.
• Engineering of temporary enclosures and climate control for coating application.
• Strategic retrofitting of existing plant infrastructure post-activation.

“Our deep familiarity with the Timber Creek system allowed our teams to anticipate challenges before they hit the field. This wasn’t just about meeting a deadline; it was about building the infrastructure that allows this part of Kansas City to keep growing.”

— Justin Bolsenga, Vice President

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the Timber Creek wastewater system expanded? The district had reached its maximum operational capacity due to rapid residential growth. This expansion was required to support new housing developments while maintaining reliability for existing customers.

What specific improvements were completed? Havens Construction performed 15,000 square feet of epoxy lining in a new plant structure and installed a high-efficiency Aero-Mod treatment system. We also managed the retrofit of the original infrastructure.

How did the teams handle construction during poor weather? To apply the epoxy lining correctly, our crews built custom temporary enclosures and utilized portable heating units to maintain the required temperature and humidity levels for the material to cure.

What is the benefit of the Aero-Mod system? The Aero-Mod system is designed for high-performance wastewater processing with a smaller footprint, allowing the district to increase its treatment volume and meet environmental standards significantly.