Leo Nelson Riverside Water Treatment Plant

The Leo Nelson Riverside Water Treatment Plant in Elgin, IL is a state-of-the-art facility that underwent a $17.5 million expansion in 1997, doubling its capacity to provide 32 million gallons of water per day. With approximately 94% of its raw water sourced from the Fox River and the remaining 6% from deep wells, the plant follows strict Environmental Protection Agency regulations to treat and test the water. Through a tertiary treatment process that includes coagulation sedimentation, lime softening, chlorination, and filtration, the plant ensures the water meets quality standards before distribution.

With a focus on maintaining water quality, the Leo Nelson Riverside Water Treatment Plant softens the raw river water, reducing its hardness from 260 to 400 milligrams per liter to 135 mg/L. Additionally, the plant adds fluoride for tooth decay prevention and maintains a combined chlorine residual of 3.0 mg/L for disinfection purposes. Committed to serving the community, the plant plays a vital role in providing clean and safe water to the residents of Elgin, IL.

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