Pennsylvania American Water begins $1.3 million water line project in Ashley

(UI) — Pennsylvania American Water has begun a $1.3 million project to upgrade more than 5,000 feet of aging water main in Ashley, Pennsylvania. The initiative aims to enhance service reliability, reduce disruptions, and improve water flows for firefighting.

The project will replace water mains, some of which date back to the late 1880s, with modern eight-inch ductile iron pipes. Work is underway in the following areas:

• Fall Street – South Main Street to Cook Street
• Cook Street – South Main Street to Fall Street
• Wyoming Street – South Main Street to the dead end
• Maxwell Street – Davis Street to Cook Street
• Davis Street – Rodgers Street to the dead end

Crews are working weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with traffic restrictions in place during construction. The project is expected to be completed, including final paving and restoration, later this summer.

Temporary service interruptions, discolored water, and lower water pressure may occur during the work. Pennsylvania American Water advises customers to contact its service center at 1-800-565-7292 for assistance or additional information.

“This infrastructure upgrade is a vital investment in public health and safety while also supporting the economic health of our communities,” the company stated. According to economic impact studies, every $1 million spent on water infrastructure generates approximately 15 jobs.

In 2022, Pennsylvania American Water invested $490 million statewide to enhance its water and wastewater systems, supporting over 7,000 jobs.

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