Fiberglass Building Protects Final Effluent Treatment Systems at Tennessee State ParkCase Study
A Tennessee state park recently upgraded its aging wastewater facility to a modern package plant featuring bicarbonate dosing and UV disinfection. The facility needed a single building to protect both systems, so the project engineers chose a Shelter Works fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) shelter. The insulated FRP building provides a controlled environment for the chemical feed equipment and UV disinfection system while supporting the long-term wastewater infrastructure needs of a recreational property open year-round.
The ChallengeReplacing Aging Wastewater Infrastructure
Reliable wastewater treatment is particularly important at public recreational facilities where demand can vary by season and weather can pose operational challenges. This state park offers camping and other recreational activities to both day-use visitors and overnight campers. The park also includes campground and restroom facilities that contribute to wastewater treatment demand.
The park is located along a lake that supports boating, fishing, paddling, and other water sporting, making proper wastewater treatment essential for protecting the surrounding environment and wildlife.
The new wastewater facility uses a bicarbonate metering system that acts as both a chemical pH buffer and a carbon source during aerobic treatment. The treatment process also incorporates UV disinfection to disinfect the treated effluent before discharge. The bicarbonate metering pump, chemical storage tank, and UV disinfection equipment require reliable protection from weather and temperature extremes while maintaining the electrical, HVAC, ventilation, and access features necessary for proper operation and maintenance.
The Solution
Custom Fiberglass Wastewater Treatment Building
Shelter Works supplied a 10' x 12' x 8' fiberglass building designed around chemical feed and UV disinfection systems. Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) construction provides a durable, low-maintenance enclosure for wastewater treatment applications where moisture and chemical exposure can accelerate the deterioration of conventional building materials. The building protects the 360-gallon bicarbonate storage tank, metering pump, UV disinfection equipment, and associated components from outdoor conditions while providing operators with an enclosed workspace for system monitoring and maintenance.