The Bois d’Arc Lake Raw Water Pipeline

As part of North Texas’ largest water infrastructure initiative in decades, International Valve supplied a critical valve solution for the 90-inch raw water pipeline connecting Bois d’Arc Lake to the Leonard Water Treatment Plant. This 35-mile line now delivers up to 236 million gallons of raw water per day, supporting regional growth and long-term water reliability.
Project
The Bois d’Arc Lake Raw Water Pipeline
Timeframe
2020–2023
Location
Fannin County, Texas

Table of Contents

1 Project Overview
2 Challenge Faced
3 Solution Provided
4 Results and Outcomes
5 Conclusion

1

Project Overview

The Bois d’Arc Lake Raw Water Pipeline is a 90-inch diameter, 35-mile-long transmission line that transports untreated water from Bois d’Arc Lake to the Leonard Water Treatment Plant. Developed to support the growing water demands of North Texas, the project is part of a historic regional effort to expand water infrastructure capacity. With the ability to deliver up to 236 million gallons of raw water per day, the pipeline plays a vital role in securing long-term supply reliability for the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD).

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Bois d’Arc Lake – Water Treatment Plant, Pump Stations, and Pipelines (Photo Credit: Garney Construction)

2

Challenge Faced

This project was classified as critical infrastructure, but unlike more complex projects, the execution posed no major obstacles. The engineering and coordination were precise, and execution moved forward on schedule. For International Valve, this was a standard, high-volume delivery — completed without disruption. When reliability is engineered into the product, flawless performance becomes the baseline expectation.

3

Solution Provided

International Valve supplied Vent-Tech valves for this project, designed specifically for raw water conditions. Engineered to handle environmental debris such as silt, leaves, and twigs, the valve was delivered on time and integrated seamlessly into the system. With proven durability and low maintenance requirements, the valve supports consistent flow and system integrity over the long term.

North Texas Municipal Water District Fact Sheet (Photo Credit: City of Mesquite)

4

Results and Outcomes

Reliable Flow Integrity

The raw water pipeline delivers up to 236 million gallons per day to the Leonard WTP, with uninterrupted operation supported by precision-engineered Vent-Tech valve technology.

Zero Maintenance Issues

The supplied valve has performed flawlessly since commissioning, contributing to consistent operational uptime and reduced service intervention.

On-Time Delivery, No Delays

International Valve’s valve was delivered according to schedule — no delays, no complications. Execution aligned with NTMWD’s timelines and contractor expectations.

Support for Regional Growth

By securing a sustainable new water source, the project enables NTMWD to serve millions of residents in North Texas for decades to come.

5

Conclusion

For International Valve, this project represented another successful deployment in a growing list of critical infrastructure partnerships. While the challenges were minimal, the expectations for performance, reliability, and delivery were non-negotiable. IV delivered — as always — and the Bois d’Arc Lake pipeline now serves as a key asset in one of the most significant water infrastructure expansions in Texas history.
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