PUBLIC Signup - Field Trip to The Water Retention Treatment Facility
Date – Time
December 3, 2025
– 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Grade/Age Restriction
Adult 20+ ; 9 y/o–19 y/o
Location
George W. Kuhn Water Retention Treatment Facility
1400 Ajax Dr.
Madison Heights, MI 48071 US
Park near the soccer fields off of Dartmouth St. and report to the GWK Confined Space Entry Training Facility (marked on the attached Parking Map with a red square). Scroll down on this page to find the Parking Map.
Additional Information
This is the PUBLIC Signup!
If you are a member of Homeschool Connections, please log in to receive the discounted price!
Join us for a tour of the George W. Kuhn (GWK) Retention Treatment Facility, one of the largest wastewater screening facilities in North America. This facility is part of the GWK Drainage District that serves all or part of 14 communities, encompassing a drainage area of 24,500 acres upstream of the Red Run Drain. During heavy rainfall the GWK Retention Treatment Basin is used to store, screen, and disinfect combined sewage (typically more than 93 percent stormwater), before it goes to the Red Run Drain.
Participants will meet at the GWK Confined Space Entry Training Facility and hear a brief presentation on the history and function of the GWK Retention Treatment Basin. From there, we will walk over to the actual facility and be able to tour the space and ask questions.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RULES AND REGULATIONS:
1. All participants must complete the mandatory Safety Waiver (DC-110) and the Media Release Form (DC-103) linked HERE. Please fill these forms out for all participants at the time of registration.
2. All tour attendees MUST wear closed-toe, flat-soled shoes. High heeled shoes and open toe sandals will not be permitted. It is recommended that visitors wear long pants.
3. Participants must be at least nine years old.
3. Protective equipment: Hard hats, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, etc. will be provided on site where required.
4. In the event of inclement weather or a plant emergency the tour will be rescheduled.
Cost: HC Members $3/person, Public $5/person
Spots are limited so sign up early!
Signups
Deadline for Signup: 11/30/2025 at 11:55 PM EST