Monongahela, Pa., replacing 1,300 feet of water main to improve service and fire protection
MONONGAHELA, Pa. — Work is underway on a $644,000 project to replace aging water mains in Monongahela, improving service reliability and enhancing fire protection.
Pennsylvania American Water began the project this week along Second Street, where crews are replacing 1,300 feet of pipe originally installed in the 1950s. The new eight-inch ductile iron pipe will extend from West Main Street to Union Street.
"Providing reliable service to our customers means making continuous investments in our infrastructure," said Tiffany Reed, senior manager of operations for Pennsylvania American Water. "We prioritize projects based on system demand, pipe age and history of main breaks."
Construction will occur on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic restrictions are expected during work hours. The project, which includes connecting all customer service lines and road restoration, is scheduled for completion later this summer.
Residents may temporarily experience lower water pressure, service interruptions or discolored water during construction. Pennsylvania American Water said it will work to minimize disruptions.
Beyond service improvements, the utility said water infrastructure upgrades provide economic benefits. According to the company, every $1 million invested in water projects can generate up to 15 jobs. Pennsylvania American Water invested about $675 million statewide in 2024, supporting more than 10,000 jobs through system upgrades.
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