BELTON, Texas (KXXV) — The city of Belton is expected to see significant improvements to its water and wastewater systems, thanks to a $2.7 million project along Interstate 14 and the loop 121.

This ambitious project aims to support the rapid growth and economic development of the region by meeting key infrastructure needs.

The project, which involves both water main and wastewater improvements, has faced logistical challenges due to its location within Belton city limits but outside the city’s service area. city ​​water.

As a result, the Belton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has partnered with the Dog Ridge Water Supply Corporation to bring these essential services to the region.

MRB Engineering was contracted to design the water main improvements, while KPA Engineers designed the wastewater improvements.

Following a competitive bidding process, KPA recommended Bell Contractors Inc. of Belton for the project. Bell Contractors submitted the lowest bid at $2,736,718.

The bid was found to be significantly lower than the expected cost, with KPA Engineers’ final opinion on the likely cost being estimated at $3.6 million for the total bid.

Cynthia Hernandez, executive director of BEDC, noted the importance of this project to Belton’s growth.

“There is a lot of opportunity and anticipation for growth in this area of ​​our community,” Hernandez said.

“The improved infrastructure will remove barriers to development in this area of ​​Belton.”

Mayor David Leigh highlighted the day-to-day benefits of the project for Belton residents.

“Seeing your community invest in infrastructure like this (lets) you know that you have a responsible community that is working to meet its daily needs,” Mayor Leigh said.

“The toilet flushing, the water in the sink, you need those things every day, and Belton is investing in that.”