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SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii — The Hawaii Infrastructure Task Force (HITF) has completed a major upgrade at the Schofield Barracks water treatment plant, installing new pumps and motors in Building 1575 to ensure a dependable water supply for U.S. Army Soldiers and their families on Oahu. The $4.6 million project, finalized in March 2025, enhances infrastructure resilience for the military community.
Led by Jennifer Eugenio and Michael Wong of HITF, the project delivered five new pumps, motors, and motor control centers in Building 1575, which serves the Garrison’s Area North community, including Schofield Barracks, Wheeler Army Airfield, Kunia Tunnel, and Helemano Military Reservation. The upgrades were spurred by multiple pump failures at the Clearwell in March 2024, leading to a rapid response construction contract awarded in July 2024.
Michael Wong, Supervisory General Engineer for the Directorate of Public Works (DPW), emphasized the project’s importance for long-term sustainability. “These upgrades not only address immediate concerns but also position us for future growth,” Wong said. “A reliable water system is foundational to supporting the mission readiness of our Soldiers and the well-being of their families.”
“This project is a game-changer for our community,” said Wong. “The new pumps are more efficient and provide the redundancy we need to keep water flowing reliably, even during maintenance or unexpected issues.”
The Schofield Barracks water plant is essential for daily life, providing water for drinking, cooking, sanitation, and fire suppression. Before the upgrades, the plant’s aging infrastructure risked outages that could disrupt operations and quality of life. The new system improves energy efficiency, reduces maintenance costs, and ensures consistent water delivery.
For families on base, the improvements bring reassurance. “Knowing that the water system is more reliable means one less thing to worry about,” said Staff Sgt. Emily Carter, a Schofield Barracks resident and mother of two. “It’s a big relief, especially during the hot months when we rely on water the most.”
The project reflects the Army’s commitment to its Soldiers and their families through modernized infrastructure. “We are the Army’s home, and that means ensuring our communities have the resources they need to thrive,” said Wong. “This upgrade is part of a broader effort to improve facilities across Oahu.”
The completion aligns with the Army’s focus on sustainability and resilience, ensuring Schofield Barracks remains a capable installation for years to come. The new pumps along with a soon to be completed 2-million-gallon water tank, also on Schofield Barracks, are expected to minimize downtime and provide a steady water supply, directly benefiting the 20,000 Soldiers, family members, and civilians in the Garrison.
HITF, in partnership with DPW, continues to prioritize infrastructure improvements across U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii. With this project complete, the task force is planning future upgrades to further enhance the quality of life for Oahu’s military community.
| Date Taken: | 03.24.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 04.01.2025 17:59 |
| Story ID: | 494309 |
| Location: | HAWAII, US |
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