Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction in Rock Hill, SC
Turner Murphy has been a trusted utility contractor since 1950, specializing in water and wastewater treatment plant construction across the Southeast. Our family-owned business prioritizes safety, quality, and value through collaborative partnerships with engineers, subcontractors, and communities. With over 70 years of experience and 80% of work self-performed, we deliver durable infrastructure solutions ranging from $100,000 to $25 million projects.Our legacy of innovation includes pioneering advanced technologies in leachate treatment and emergency repairs while maintaining continuous operations during critical plant upgrades. Licensed in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, we combine third-generation expertise with modern construction methodologies to meet evolving environmental standards.
Services
Water Treatment Plants
Pump Station Rehabilitation
Leachate Treatment
Emergency Repairs
Mechanical Piping
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of specialized experience in utility infrastructure construction
- Self-perform 80% of all construction work for quality control
- Licensed in four Southeastern states for regional project flexibility
- Third-generation family ownership with technical innovation legacy
- Proven emergency repair capabilities with zero operational downtime
Services
Water Treatment Plants
Specializing in complete water treatment facility construction from package plants to large municipal systems. Our capabilities include raw water intake systems, filtration units, and chemical feed infrastructure. We implement design-build solutions that meet EPA standards while minimizing community disruption during construction.
Pump Station Rehabilitation
Comprehensive pump station modernization including mechanical systems replacement and operational continuity planning. Our team executes complex bypass pumping arrangements to maintain system functionality during upgrades of primary and emergency pumping equipment.
Leachate Treatment
Advanced landfill leachate treatment plant construction featuring reverse osmosis and pressure filter technologies. We deliver compliant solutions for hazardous waste processing while integrating with existing municipal wastewater infrastructure.
Emergency Repairs
24/7 response for urgent water/wastewater system failures with guaranteed operational continuity. Our rapid deployment teams utilize pre-planned shutdown protocols to complete repairs within mandated timeframes without service interruption.
Mechanical Piping
Complete piping system installation and rehabilitation for chemical feed and distribution networks. We coordinate with plant operators to integrate new piping infrastructure while maintaining ongoing treatment processes through phased implementation strategies.
People
Robert Murphy
President
Third-generation leader with 25+ years in utility construction. Graduated from Auburn University with Building Science degree. Oversees operations since 2015 while maintaining family commitment to quality infrastructure.
Mike Murphy
Former President
Led company growth from 1974-2016. Transformed focus to water/wastewater specialization in 1975. Recognized by Carolinas AGC Hall of Fame in 2016 for industry contributions.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across the Southeastern United States, with current licenses in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
What project sizes can you handle?
Our project range spans from $100,000 system upgrades to $25 million complete facility constructions, accommodating both municipal and industrial clients.
Can you perform emergency plant repairs?
Yes, our emergency response teams maintain 24/7 readiness to execute critical repairs while ensuring continuous plant operations through pre-planned shutdown protocols.
What construction methodologies do you use?
We employ Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and Construction Management at Risk approaches tailored to each project's specific requirements and client preferences.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, Turner Murphy Company remains family-operated since 1950, now in its third generation with President Robert Murphy continuing the legacy of quality construction.
