Water Reuse at Hard Rock Fire Mountain Casino
PROJECT TYPE: Hospitality, Private Utilities
SERVICES: Project Planning & Management, Construction and Start-up
TECHNOLOGIES: Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)
SUSTAINABLE / WATER REUSE: Irrigation, Clean Discharge
HIGHLIGHTS
- The complete water and wastewater systems were built to support the 40-acre entertainment complex.
- A new system, sourced from on-site wells, provides 650,000 gallons of treated water storage.
- The advanced MBR treatment system handles 175,000 GPD for 100% on-site wastewater reuse, meeting Title 22 standards.
Environmentally Responsible water reuse opportunity
Hard Rock Fire Mountain, a California casino, is a new 40-acre entertainment complex near Sacramento. The property had no access to public water or wastewater services. Integrated Water Services, (IWS) was contracted to design and build a self-contained, 100% wastewater reuse system to provide all necessary water services and promote conservation.
CHALLENGES FACED
- Comprehensive Planning: The project demanded a full-lifecycle solution, from initial design and permitting through to construction and start-up, on a property with no existing public utilities.
- High-Volume Treatment & Compliance: The system required processing of a significant daily wastewater volume of 175,000 GPD while meeting the strict regulations of Title 22 for water reuse.
- Self-Sufficient Infrastructure: IWS was tasked with creating a reliable, on-site system for both potable water and fire protection, which also needed to incorporate advanced technology to minimize sludge.
SOLUTIONS IMPLEMENTED
- Advanced MBR Treatment: An advanced bioreactor membrane treatment system was installed to treat all wastewater to a superior standard, enabling 100% on-site reuse for irrigation and toilet flushing.
- Waste Minimization & Storage: The system included a digester and screw press for sludge minimization and a 100,000-gallon holding tank to ensure a consistent supply of treated water.
- On-Site Water Source: Potable water is sourced from on-site wells and stored in three steel tanks with a total capacity of 650,000 gallons.
- Quality & Safety Assurance: The water system includes disinfection, hardness treatment, and a dedicated fire flow pump to ensure quality and safety for the entire complex.
OUTCOME & IMPACT
- Operational Success: The project was successfully completed, establishing a fully integrated and highly sustainable water management system.
- Site Independence: The new infrastructure effectively addressed the challenge of a greenfield site by providing all necessary services on-site.
- Industry Leadership: The 100% wastewater reuse system highlights the project as a model for water conservation in large-scale commercial developments.
The successful implementation of this project demonstrates that self-sufficient water and wastewater infrastructure can be achieved through strategic planning and advanced technology. The wastewater reuse system not only ensures the complex’s operational viability but also sets a new standard for sustainability in the gaming and entertainment industry.
Water Reuse at Hard Rock Fire Mountain Casino
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