The Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority’s (WRA) vision is “To protect public health and enhance the environment by being a recognized leader in innovate water reclamation.” Over the years, the organization has received many awards honoring their commitment to their vision.
National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Excellence in Management Recognition
2021 – Gold
2020 – Gold
National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Peak Performance Awards
2021 – Gold
2020 – Gold
2019 – Silver
2018 – Platinum 8
2017 – Platinum 7
2016 – Platinum 6
2015 – Platinum 5
2014 – Gold
2013 – Gold
2012 – Gold
2011 – Gold
2010 – Silver
2009 – Silver
2006 – Gold
2004 – Gold
2002 – Gold
2001 – Gold
1998 – Gold
1997 – Gold
American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists
2015 – Grand Prize – Design
Digester Complex Rehabilitation Improvements for Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority (Awarded in conjunction with CDM Smith)
Governor’s Iowa Environmental Excellence Award
2016 – (for) Outstanding Environmental Leadership and Innovation