Leadership

Welcome to Metro Water Recovery!   

Metro Water Recovery, previously “Metro Wastewater Reclamation District,” was established in 1961 as a cost-effective, regional solution to wastewater treatment in the growing metropolitan area.  Today, it is the largest treatment provider in the Rocky Mountain region and is a nationally recognized leader in wastewater treatment technology and innovation.  

At Metro Water Recovery, our core business is clean water, although we also expand our focus to other aspects of the environment.  We recognize the value of water to the region and are engaged with our partners to create opportunities to improve the environment and prepare for growth.  Every day we carry out our duty to the health and safety of the two million people impacted by our services.  As river guardians, we create a positive impact to our ecosystem.

We strive to be a worldwide leader in reinventing the wastewater treatment industry and have developed a culture to continuously identify cutting-edge technologies and processes for the benefit of the customers we serve and the wastewater industry. 

Metro Water Recovery has just launched a new brand – and the effort is timely.  The time has now come for us to tell our story.  With community members and stakeholders embracing high levels of  environmental awareness and concern, it is important for us to stay on the forefront of clean water issues and elevate our brand as a trusted leader and subject matter expert.  Having a strong brand which reflects the innovative spirit that embodies our culture will allow us to leverage our expertise and raise the visibility of our mission.  

Over the course of history, civilizations have thrived and perished based on sickness and diseases; many of which were waterborne.  Some say the toilet is one of the most impactful inventions in history.  I would argue on a larger scale it may actually be the wastewater treatment plant.  Each day, our hard-working and dedicated staff ensures approximately 135 million gallons of water is treated and returned to the South Platte River for the next user while resources from the wastewater are recovered and reused.  It’s a complex and fascinating cycle, and an opportunity to contribute to the movement toward a more renewable society. 

I trust you will find our website redesign informative and easy to navigate.  Whether you are doing business with Metro Water Recovery or just wanting to learn more about us, the Board of Directors and staff appreciate your time. Thank you for visiting. 

Andrew Johnston, Chair of the Board