Water Distribution System Engineering
Modern Engineering Solutions designs and upgrades water treatment systems that deliver safe, reliable drinking water while controlling capital cost, operating expense, and regulatory risk.
We work with Texas municipalities, water districts, and utilities to evaluate source water conditions, design practical treatment processes, and deliver construction-ready plans that meet TCEQ requirements under 30 TAC Chapter 290.
When Distribution Systems Need Engineering Support
Clients typically contact us when distribution systems are no longer meeting operational or growth demands.
Common triggers include:
- Aging water mains with increasing leak frequency
- Pressure issues during peak demand or fire flow events
- Storage, pumping, or PRV systems that no longer match system needs
- Development growth pushing systems beyond original design capacity
- Water loss levels that impact operating budgets and TCEQ compliance
Early engineering clarity helps avoid overbuilding, repeated redesign, and costly construction changes.
Why Choose Us
Why Distribution Systems Matter
A well-designed water distribution system is the backbone of public health, fire protection, and community resilience.
Poorly planned systems lead to pressure instability, service disruptions, excessive non-revenue water, and escalating maintenance costs. As infrastructure ages and demand grows, distribution systems require careful engineering to balance reliability, cost, and regulatory requirements.
Our work focuses on delivering systems that meet today’s needs while remaining adaptable to future growth.
Engineering Challenges
Aging Infrastructure
Many Texas systems were designed decades ago using materials and assumptions that no longer align with current demand or TCEQ standards. Deterioration leads to leaks, pressure loss, and service interruptions.
Growth and Capacity Constraints
Texas population growth and new development strain existing distribution networks. Without targeted upgrades, systems experience low pressure, inadequate fire flow, and operational instability.
System Complexity
Modern networks integrate storage tanks, booster pump stations, pressure reducing vaults, and control systems. Each component must function together, which requires detailed hydraulic analysis and modeling.
Local and Environmental Conditions
Texas topography, climate, and soil conditions directly affect pipeline alignment, construction methods, and long-term durability. Designs must account for these realities to remain reliable.
Our Water Distribution Engineering Services
We provide end-to-end distribution system engineering services from planning through construction.
We use distribution system modeling to evaluate pressure, flow, fire protection, and system performance under current and future conditions.
Design of PRV vaults and pressure zones to stabilize system performance, reduce leaks, and protect infrastructure per TCEQ minimum pressure requirements under 30 TAC 290.46(r).
Storage solutions designed to maintain water quality, provide adequate fire flow, and support operational flexibility.
Pump station designs that match real demand, minimize energy use, and integrate cleanly with existing systems.
Targeted analysis to identify leaks, inefficiencies, and system weaknesses, paired with practical rehabilitation strategies.
Cost-Effective and Sustainable Design
We design distribution systems with construction cost, operability, and long-term maintenance in mind.
Our work prioritizes:
- Right-sized infrastructure that avoids unnecessary capital expense
- Pressure management strategies that reduce leaks and energy use
- Phased improvements that align with budgets and funding cycles
- Technologies such as AMI and monitoring systems when they add real value
Sustainability is not treated as a buzzword. It is achieved by reducing waste, improving reliability, and designing systems that last.
Why Choose Modern Engineering Solutions
Clients choose us because we provide clear direction and practical engineering.
We bring:
- Senior-level engineering judgment on every project
- Designs that reflect real construction conditions
- Submittals that give TCEQ reviewers what they need upfront
- Direct communication and predictable timelines
We integrate seamlessly with related services such as Inflow and Infiltration Analysis, Water Loss Studies, and Pump and Lift Station Design to deliver complete system solutions.
Talk to an Engineer
If your water distribution system is facing pressure issues, aging infrastructure, growth constraints, or water loss challenges, we can help clarify the fastest viable path forward.
Contact us to discuss your system, review existing data, and determine the most cost-effective engineering solution for your Texas community.