West Virginia American Water replacing 1,800 feet of water main in South Charleston

Charleston, W.Va., (UI) — West Virginia American Water has started a $615,000 infrastructure project to replace aging water mains on Indiana Street in South Charleston.

The project, which began last week, includes installing 1,800 feet of new water main to enhance service reliability and reduce disruptions for local customers.

Construction spans Indiana Street from East Avenue to Maple Street and extends to Pine, Beech, and Birch Streets between Indiana and Florida Streets. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with traffic restrictions in place during active construction hours. The project is expected to wrap up by the end of December, with final street restoration planned for spring 2025.

This replacement project is part of West Virginia American Water's larger 2024 initiative to invest over $97 million in infrastructure improvements across the state, supporting both water quality and local economies. Studies show that each $1 million invested in water infrastructure generates approximately 15 local jobs.

Over the past decade, West Virginia American Water has committed $736 million to infrastructure projects across West Virginia, laying more than 168 miles of new water mains. For more details on local projects, visit the company's interactive infrastructure map.

Customers may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water, or reduced water pressure during construction. Crews aim to minimize these impacts. For water-related emergencies, such as leaks or service disruptions, customers can report issues on the company’s website.

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