Water Treatment
Modern Engineering Solutions provides trusted water treatment services in Golden, Colorado, combining hands-on engineering with deep local know-how. Whether it’s mountain runoff or deep aquifer water, we design and upgrade treatment systems that deliver clean, reliable drinking water—and stay within budget. Our team handles every phase, from early testing to final start-up, so communities across the Front Range can tap into safe water without the headaches.
What We Do
We partner with municipalities, water districts, and plant operators to plan and build water treatment solutions that fit—no needless complexity, no overspending—just reliable systems tailored to your source and demand.
Here’s how we can help:
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Water treatment plant design and upgrades
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PFAS removal system design and implementation
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Groundwater well design and source protection
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Disinfection system design (chlorine, UV, advanced oxidation)
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Pilot testing and process optimization
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Permitting and regulatory coordination
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Sampling, monitoring, and compliance reporting
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Grant writing and funding assistance
Our Comprehensive Water Treatment Services
Modern Engineering Solutions delivers end-to-end water treatment solutions tailored to your community’s needs. Every project begins with a detailed review of your source water and existing facilities. From there, we apply practical engineering and data-driven design to ensure solutions are both effective and budget-friendly. Our core services include:
First, we analyze your raw water—measuring hardness, organics, iron, manganese, and any other site-specific factors. Then we craft a treatment process that fits your plant’s layout. That might mean adding multimedia filters, installing a new clarifier, or integrating chemical feed systems for pH control. We focus on straightforward, maintainable designs so your operators spend less time troubleshooting and more time ensuring consistent water quality. Every system includes clear operating guidelines and on-site training to make hand-offs seamless.
PFAS contamination is a growing concern in Colorado water supplies. To tackle these “forever chemicals,” we conduct pilot tests using granular activated carbon or ion-exchange resins at your site. Those results guide a full-scale system that removes PFAS down to parts-per-trillion levels, meeting the latest EPA and state limits. We size vessels and media beds specifically for your flow rates, then oversee installation, startup, and routine monitoring so you can rest easy knowing your water is free of these stubborn compounds.
For communities relying on wells, we offer expert groundwater well design. After geological and pump tests, we pick the optimal drilling location and design the well casing, screen interval, and grouting to protect water quality. We match pump capacity to your peak demand without over-pumping the aquifer, ensuring a sustainable yield. If treatment is needed—say for hardness or iron removal—we integrate it right at the well site. The result is a dependable source that keeps your community supplied year after year.
Safe water depends on effective disinfection. We design disinfection systems for drinking water that balance pathogen inactivation with byproduct control. For surface sources, we size contact basins and feed systems for chlorine gas or hypochlorite, adding UV reactors if needed for additional protection. For groundwater, we ensure at least 4-log virus inactivation with chlorination or UV. By tailoring CT values and monitoring residuals, we help utilities meet both federal and Colorado requirements while maintaining good taste and odor.
Colorado’s water regulations can feel like a maze. We guide you through every permit application—from CDPHE well permits to treatment plant modifications—preparing the drawings, engineering reports, and sampling plans regulators demand. When questions arise, we provide quick responses and updates, keeping approvals on track. Our local presence speeds the process, so you avoid costly hold-ups and get into service sooner.
Why a Well-Designed Water Treatment System Matters
Your water treatment plant is the first line of defense against contaminants—from naturally occurring minerals in wells to modern threats like PFAS in surface supplies. As communities grow and regulations tighten, an outdated or undersized treatment system can lead to health advisories, expensive emergency fixes, and costly regulatory penalties. A thoughtfully engineered treatment facility:
Delivers consistently safe drinking water that meets or exceeds state and federal standards
Minimizes downtime and unexpected repairs by using proven, maintainable equipment
Keeps operating costs in check through efficient process layouts and energy-smart designs
Adapts to changing water quality challenges, whether it’s seasonal turbidity spikes or emerging contaminants
Protects public health, builds community trust, and preserves local waterways
By designing or upgrading your water treatment system with these goals in mind, you ensure reliable service today and flexible capacity for tomorrow’s demands.
Projects
Why Choose MES
Being based in Golden means we’re nearby when you need us. We’ve partnered with three dozen communities to solve their water challenges—whether it’s water losses, discharge effluent limits, inflow and infiltration or seasonal algae blooms in reservoirs. When you call Modern Engineering Solutions, you get a team that shows up fast, knows the terrain, and understands Colorado’s water rules inside and out.
Ready to tackle your next water treatment project? Contact Us today to discuss your needs or Schedule a Consultation with one of our water treatment engineers. Let’s work together to secure clean, safe drinking water for Golden and beyond.
Michael Groselle, PE
CEO/Founder
GET IN TOUCH
Modern Engineering Solutions is a licensed civil engineering firm based in Golden, Colorado, providing a services across Colorado state. We specialize in designing systems that distribute and collect water, aiming to meet the specific needs of communities throughout Colorado.
We handle the development of complex wastewater treatment facilities from the ground up. Our experienced engineers design systems using advanced secondary treatment processes such as Integrated Fixed-Film Activated Sludge (IFAS), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR), and Modified Ludzack-Ettinger (MLE), as well as more conventional methods including oxidation ditches and lagoons. We’re committed to securing the necessary permits and ensuring that our designs meet both regulatory standards and community expectations.
We take pride in being at the cutting edge of developing and implementing new treatment technologies. Our work includes pioneering the Activated Granular Sludge (AGS), Nebula, and Algaewheel systems within Colorado, enhancing both the efficiency and environmental sustainability of wastewater treatment.
Furthermore, MES designs and manages comprehensive wastewater infrastructure projects. From collection systems to lift stations and headworks, we cover all the bases to ensure every facet of wastewater management—from the initial treatment to disinfection and from handling biosolids to dewatering—is performed with utmost efficiency, catering to the infrastructure demands of Colorado’s diverse communities.
We design water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems, implement cross-connection control measures, and develop storage and mixing systems to enhance water infrastructure reliability and safety.
Our team helps develop master plans, utility plans, and preliminary engineering reports, prepares operations and maintenance manuals, and assists in regulatory compliance for water infrastructure projects.
MES leads in financial assistance applications to secure state and federal funds for infrastructure projects. Our construction support services ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, with professional start-up services for operational transitions.
We deliver customized solutions that address the challenges of each community we serve, with a focus on excellence and innovation in environmental engineering. Whether upgrading existing systems or developing new infrastructure, our team ensures effective performance and sustainability for Colorado’s water resources.
Modern Engineering Solutions is here to support Colorado communities in their mission to provide clean, safe water. Call us on (214) 833-6748 to plan your first move right away.