Eastwater Purification Plant Transformer Replacement

Location: Houston, Texas
Project Type: Rehabilitation & New
Owner:
City of Houston
Tracey Blake 832.341.7314
Marcus Bernal 832.395.2836

Project Scope

Installation of the 22.4 MVA (3,126 Amps) 138kV primary to 4.16kV secondary transformer.  This project entailed the procurement and installation of one 22.4MVA 138kV to 4.16kV Sub-Station Transformer including the onsite assembly of Radiators, Fans, HV and LV Bushings. The filling and moisture processing of approximately 7,000 gallons of Type II Mineral Oil. Custom fabrication of Cable Support System and Cable Buss Terminations into the existing 5000Amp Buss Duct connection to the HSPS Plant 3, 4.16KV Electrical Switchgear. Complete commissioning and functionality testing to include the Engineering and Programming of Relay Protection Settings.

Project Details

Original Construction Cost:
$1,800,057
Date of Notice to Proceed:
06/2025
Substantial Completion
08/2025
Project Manager:
Matthew Rush
Project Superintendent:
John Rossio
Final Construction Cost:
$1,800,057
Type of Construction:
Rehabilitation & New
Major Subcontractors:
Boyer Self Performed