2025

Field Erected Tanks

Potrero Canyon Domestic Reservoir #3

Potrero Canyon Domestic Reservoir #3

Banning, California, United States

This project involved construction of an 82-foot diameter by 30-foot tall, 1.0-MG AWWA D-100 welded steel tank with an internal press-brake formed knuckle roof. The press-brake roof provides increased plate stiffness, efficient load transfer, and long-term durability with minimal internal framing. The tank was integrated into an active site with two existing tanks, new electrical building, CMU wall, fencing, and paving. Standard appurtenances were included, along with a level level indicator to improve redundancy, operator visibility, and overall system reliability.

2025

Field Erected Tanks

Ortega Reservoir Rehabilitation Project

Ortega Reservoir Rehabilitation Project

Lake Elsinore, California, United States

This storage tank rehabilitation project upgraded a 110-foot diameter by 32-foot tall steel tank to extend service life and improve structural and operational performance. The existing center column and interior structure were removed and replaced with a three-column halo support system, and the interior rafter bracing was fully replaced. Improvements included a new flush-type cleanout, a 36-inch shell manway, and a 24-inch CRV. An interior mixing system integrated with the new inlet piping was added to improve circulation, water quality, and overall system efficiency.

2025

Field Erected Tanks

Wolf Reservoir Tank Replacement Project

Wolf Reservoir Tank Replacement Project

Big Bear, California, United States

This project consisted of a single tank replacement in Big Bear, California. The new 613,000-gallon welded carbon steel tank features an internal press-brake formed roof and was selected for its long-term durability, structural strength and decreased maintenance costs.
Welded steel provided for efficient field erection and precise quality control. The material choice supports a long service life with minimal maintenance and enabled the tank to be constructed and placed into service on an accelerated schedule compared to alternative materials.

2025

Field Erected Tanks

Grizzly Reservoir Tank Replacement Project

Grizzly Reservoir Tank Replacement Project

Walnut Creek, California, United States

This two-tank expansion project in northern California added two matching 1.4-million-gallon welded carbon steel storage tanks, increasing system capacity and redundancy. The tanks feature identical spiral staircases and aluminum dome roofs that provide a clear-span, column-free interior to support water quality. Welded steel construction enabled efficient field erection and long-term durability, while the lightweight aluminum dome roofs offer corrosion resistance and strong performance under wind and seismic loads. Custom exterior coatings allow the tanks to blend into the surrounding landscape.

2025

Field Erected Tanks

Winner

2.0 MG Korblex Reservoir Seismic Retrofit

2.0 MG Korblex Reservoir Seismic Retrofit

Arcata, California, United States

This seismic retrofit project included removal of the existing roof, structure, appurtenances, and the top two feet of shell plate. A new shell ring and two-bay external press-brake formed roof were installed with supporting columns and an open halo support system. The press-brake rafter configuration provides strong structural capacity without internal roof obstructions, improving access, maintenance, and service life. Work also included new roof appurtenances, baffle and cathodic protection systems, shell reinforcement plates, and accommodation of existing penetrations and anchors.

2025

Field Erected Tanks

Winner

Southeast 1.5MG Reservoir

Southeast 1.5MG Reservoir

Yelm, Washington, United States

This AWWA welded steel standpipe in Yelm, Washington provides 1.5 million gallons of water storage with an overall height of 128 feet 6 inches and a 46-foot diameter. Constructed with 305 tons of steel, it features a self-supporting umbrella roof, internal mixing system, and a clean exterior suited for a large-scale mural. Welded steel enabled a tall, efficient footprint, rapid field erection, and long-term durability. The finished tank serves as both critical infrastructure and a prominent community landmark.