McCarthy-Jacobs Joint Venture Secures Groundwater Desalination Project in Southern California

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McCarthy-Jacobs (NYSE:J) joint venture has been selected to design and build the Torrance Groundwater Desalter Expansion in Southern California. The $160 million project will increase the Robert W. Goldsworthy Desalter Facility's capacity to provide up to 9 million gallons of drinking water daily to serve 88,000 residents by 2027.

The facility will utilize reverse osmosis membrane technology and potentially pioneering nano filtration to treat brackish groundwater, eliminating dependence on imported water. The project scope includes constructing new groundwater extraction wells and raw water pipelines.

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• Secured $160 million desalination project contract
• Project will provide drinking water for 88,000 residents
• Capacity increase to 9 million gallons per day
• Implementation of innovative water treatment technology

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Infrastructure Development Analyst

The $160 million Torrance Groundwater Desalter Expansion represents a significant infrastructure project that strengthens Jacobs' position in the growing water treatment sector. The project's scope and innovative technology implementation could serve as a blueprint for future municipal water treatment facilities, particularly in drought-prone regions.

The project's value extends beyond the immediate revenue impact. By targeting completion in 2027, it provides steady long-term revenue visibility and reinforces Jacobs' expertise in sustainable infrastructure solutions. The first-of-its-kind nano filtration technology implementation also positions Jacobs at the forefront of water treatment innovation.

This contract win aligns with growing environmental infrastructure spending trends and increasing demand for water security solutions, particularly in water-stressed regions. The project's focus on sustainability and local water independence could lead to similar opportunities in other municipalities facing water scarcity challenges.

Environmental Technology Specialist

The implementation of advanced nano filtration and reverse osmosis technology in this municipal setting marks a significant technological advancement in water treatment infrastructure. The 9 million gallons per day capacity expansion demonstrates the scalability of this solution for large municipal applications.

The project's ability to eliminate dependence on imported water through local groundwater treatment represents a major shift in municipal water management strategy. This approach could become a model for other coastal communities dealing with saltwater intrusion and water scarcity issues, potentially creating additional market opportunities in the desalination sector.

Design-build services for major facility expansion creates drought-resilient drinking water supply

DALLAS, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The McCarthy-Jacobs (NYSE:J) joint venture was selected to design and build the Torrance Groundwater Desalter Expansion, a critical component of Water Replenishment District (WRD) of Southern California's Brackish Groundwater Reclamation Program and its larger "WIN 4 ALL" initiative. The desalination expansion project will treat salt water in the West Coast Groundwater Basin and create a more resilient local drinking water supply for more than 88,000 residents in the area – eliminating the need for imported water.

The expanded desalination facility will use reverse osmosis membrane technology to remove salts from the extracted groundwater and produce high-quality drinking water – possibly a first-of-its kind nano filtration and reverse osmosis treatment for a municipal brackish water facility. At WRD's budgeted capital cost of approximately $160 million, the Torrance Groundwater Desalter Expansion will increase the capacity of the Robert W. Goldsworthy Desalter Facility to provide up to 9 million gallons per day of additional drinking water to the City of Torrance, with full-scale production targeted for 2027.

"Jacobs and McCarthy bring innovative water treatment solutions, paired with design-build experience to create a highly skilled team for this significant groundwater desalination project in southern California," said Jacobs Senior Vice President Katus Watson. "The progressive design-build delivery model allows us to work collaboratively to minimize cost, reduce risk, streamline construction and improve schedule performance to fast track the completion of this state-of-the-art facility that will provide a sustainable drinking water supply for the near term and well into the future."

The project scope also includes the construction of new groundwater extraction wells and raw water pipelines.

"As water resources in the West are increasingly strained, advanced water treatment technologies are providing excellent solutions for communities like Torrance to ensure a sustainable and resilient water supply," said McCarthy's Water Group Vice President Sagrado Sparks. "Projects like this are proactively addressing water supply issues through proven technologies and continue to position California as a leader in protecting and preserving its fragile drinking water supply."

About Jacobs

Ranked as No. 1 in Sewer & Waste and  No.1 in Program Management by Engineering News-Record, Jacobs delivers today's most complex, challenging and iconic infrastructure and transformation programs. Jacobs has supported programs like southern California's Pure Water Project Las Virgenes-Triunfo, which is securing a more resilient drinking water supply in the region, the Thames Tideway Tunnel, one of the largest water infrastructure projects ever undertaken in the U.K., and Central Interceptor, New Zealand's largest-ever wastewater project. 

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow – delivering outcomes and solutions for the world's most complex challenges. With a team of approximately 45,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we're creating a more connected and sustainable world. See how at jacobs.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook.

About McCarthy

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is the oldest privately held national construction company in the country – with nearly 160 years spent collaborating with partners to solve complex building challenges on behalf of its clients. With an unrelenting focus on safety and a comprehensive quality program that spans all phases of every project, McCarthy utilizes industry-leading design phase and construction techniques combined with value-add technology to maximize outcomes. Repeatedly honored as a Best Place to Work and Healthiest Employer, McCarthy is ranked the 19th largest domestic builder (Engineering News-Record, May 2024). With approximately 6,000 salaried employees and craft professionals, the firm has offices in St. Louis; Atlanta; Collinsville, Ill.; Kansas City, Kan.; Omaha, Neb.; Phoenix; Las Vegas; Denver; Austin, Channelview, Dallas, and Houston, Texas; and San Diego, Newport Beach, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento, Calif. McCarthy is 100 percent employee owned. More information about the company is available online at www.mccarthy.com or by following the company on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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FAQ

What is the value of McCarthy-Jacobs (J) Torrance Groundwater Desalter project?

The Torrance Groundwater Desalter Expansion project has a budgeted capital cost of approximately $160 million.

When will McCarthy-Jacobs (J) complete the Torrance desalination facility?

The facility is targeted for full-scale production in 2027.

How many residents will the McCarthy-Jacobs (J) Torrance desalination project serve?

The project will provide drinking water for more than 88,000 residents in the Torrance area.

What is the daily capacity of the expanded McCarthy-Jacobs (J) Torrance facility?

The expanded facility will provide up to 9 million gallons per day of additional drinking water.