Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility Replacement, Expansion and Longwood WRF Decommissioning

The City of Pearland is constructing a new 2,331 square foot Administration and Maintenance Building at the Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility. Located at 2012 Barry Rose Road in Brazoria County, this new construction project is scheduled to finish in October 2027. The facility will house office space, a laboratory, a break room, restrooms, and a dedicated maintenance area.

Freese and Nichols, Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this infrastructure upgrade. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in November 2024, with plan review completed in the same month. Construction work is set to begin in January 2025, establishing a build window that extends through late 2027.

Project Scope and Financials

The estimated cost for this development is $1,735,000, resulting in a cost of $744 per square foot. This figure places the project above the county median estimated cost of $800,000 for similar new construction filings in Brazoria County. The scheduled build window of 1,012 days is also longer than the county median of 224 days for comparable projects.

The site is situated within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, designated as zone AE. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting the municipal nature of the development. The City of Pearland has six other TDLR-registered projects on file, with a combined value of $35,056,349, indicating a broader pattern of infrastructure investment in the area.

Location and Context

The Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility is part of the utility infrastructure serving the Pearland community. The surrounding area includes various commercial and residential services, such as healthcare providers and dining establishments. The project contributes to the operational capacity of the local water reclamation system, ensuring maintenance and administrative functions are housed in a purpose-built structure.

With plan review complete and construction scheduled to start in early 2025, the project moves into the execution phase. The detailed scope, including the laboratory and maintenance areas, supports the technical requirements of water reclamation operations. The registration status confirms the project’s compliance with state accessibility and construction standards.