Middleton breaks ground on $68 million wastewater treatment plant to meet river standards

Middleton water treatment plant breaks ground; set to address issues in Boise, Snake River

The upgraded water treatment technology will allow Middleton to recycle treated water while improving the quality of water entering the Snake and Boise River.

Middleton breaks ground on $68 million wastewater treatment plant to meet river standards

Middleton is breaking ground on a new $68 million wastewater treatment plant after years of planning to address the growing city's wastewater needs.The first phase of the project will use updated technology designed to meet new environmental requirements for wastewater discharged into the Boise River.Jason Van Gelder, the city's public works director, said the project is driven by environmental responsibility."Recognizing the importance of envir…