Project Description
Acquired in December 2003, the Burnt Store Water Reclamation Facility provides wastewater services to residents and businesses in the Burnt Store area of Charlotte County. When it was acquired, the existing capacity of .25 million gallons per day was being upgraded to treat .5 million gallons per day. Since 2003, the Burnt Store community has grown exponentially. To better meet the needs of customers in this service area, an expansion project will increase wastewater treatment capacity from .5 million gallons per day to one million gallons per day.
Project Location
17430 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33955.
Latest Updates
- April 2024: Project open for bids.
- June 2024: $180 million project bid rejected by the board.
- March 2025: Kimley-Horn approved for permit modification and design by the board.
- April 2025: Jon F. Swift Construction approved as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) by the board.
- Oct. 2025: The Board of County Commission approved the consultant’s recommended design to increase capacity immediately, and supported a permanent solution to increase capacity.
Schedule
| Phase | Estimated Start Date | Forecast Completion | Actual Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design Development | 04/01/2025 | 10/31/2025 | 10/14/2025 |
Supporting Materials
Project Phase
Design Development
Last Updated
10/23/2025
Public Relations
Stuart Gooden
Email Public Relations
Sponsor Department
Utilities
Design Engineer/Architect
Kimley-Horn
Construction Contractor
Jon F. Swift Construction