Dos Palos Receives $1.1 Million Federal Award for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

DOS PALOS, MERCED COUNTY — CALIFORNIA58 LOCAL. Dos Palos is receiving $1.1 million in federal community-project funding for its wastewater treatment facility, according to a September 25, 2026 report on a presentation by Representative Adam Gray and city leaders.

Local context and next steps

Mayor Katy Reed described the award as important for essential improvements that would be difficult to finance from the city’s limited local resources. The planned work is intended to increase reliability and lower the risk of costly emergency repairs.

The grant is separate from approximately $1 million announced for the County Service Area 44 sewage project in San Joaquin County. The two projects were discussed together at the presentation but benefit different facilities and jurisdictions.

A funding award does not show that a new Dos Palos plant has been completed or that the full construction cost is covered. Residents should examine the city’s future budgets, environmental and engineering records, contracts and commissioning results.

The city’s utility department manages wastewater treatment operations and can provide current project information at its published main number, 209-392-2174.

Source: Published government document or local source. Consult the latest municipal records for the current status of projects and applications.

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