The City of DeSoto unveiled a brand new water pump station Friday morning marking a significant milestone in updating its infrastructure.
The new $8.6 million Hampton Road Pumping Station provides approximately 30% of DeSoto’s water supply.
The new pumping station replaces the old structure that was constructed in 1972, which faithfully served the community for decades.
With the average lifespan of a pumping station ranging from 25 to 30 years, the replacement of the old pump station was long overdue.
“This is an amazing day, a great beautiful day and we’re so glad that the weather is cooperating for us to be here to unveil what will serve you and your children and your families and beyond for the next three decades,” said DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor.
“I’m so excited and proud to be cutting the ribbon for DeSoto’s $8.6 million pumping station,” said Proctor excitedly.
“This was long overdue.”
The new pumping station is located at 120 W. Centre Park Boulevard in DeSoto near the city’s industrial park.
Engineering for the Hampton Road Pumping Station project began in May 2021 and was constructed by Garver LLC.
The DeSoto City Council authorized the construction in June 2022 and broke ground in August 2022.
The project was financed through a combination of bond proceeds and funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
The new pumping station is a continuation of the city updating its aging infrastructure and shows a commitment to modernizing and enhancing its water distribution capabilities.
The new pump station represents a pivotal achievement outlined in the City’s 2021 Water Distribution Master Plan and marks the first major undertaking by the Public Utilities Department from that plan.
A video of the grand opening ceremony for the new pump station can be found on the City of DeSoto’s Facebook page.
