Funding
Canada commits $3 billion to Fraser River Tunnel replacement
Canada has committed up to C$3 billion toward British Columbia's C$8.5 billion Fraser River Tunnel Project as procurement advances and early construction work continues ahead of major tunnel construction in 2027.
Ohio funds 678 infrastructure projects with $392.8-million investment
Ohio has awarded nearly $393 million for 678 local infrastructure projects, including investments in water, wastewater, stormwater, roads, bridges and culverts across 87 counties.
$1.6-billion Mo. water infrastructure plan includes 140 mi. of pipeline replacement
Missouri American Water has filed a rate request to support a $1.6 billion infrastructure program that includes replacing 140 miles of water and wastewater pipeline, treatment plant upgrades and continued lead service line replacement.
Trump wants drastic cuts in water infrastructure funding
Federal water infrastructure spending is on the cutting block as Congress starts to work on fiscal 2027 appropriations bills. The Trump administration has proposed drastic cuts to the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds, $1.5 billion and $970 million, respectively, starting Oct. 1, 2026.
Federal judge orders funding restored for $16-billion Gateway Tunnel
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to permanently restore funding for the $16 billion Gateway Tunnel project, ruling that the suspension of federal reimbursements violated federal law. Construction on the Hudson River rail tunnel resumed after a temporary shutdown earlier this year.
Savannah launches $478 million water, wastewater infrastructure program
Savannah, Ga. is investing $477.8 million over five years to expand and modernize its water and wastewater infrastructure, including new and upgraded water reclamation facilities, increased treatment capacity and system improvements to support future growth.
South Dakota approves $54.8 million for water, wastewater infrastructure projects
South Dakota has approved nearly $54.8 million in loans and grants for water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure projects, including a $51.9 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade in Sioux Falls and sewer rehabilitation work in Hecla.
New York approves $74 million for water, wastewater upgrades statewide
New York has approved $74 million in financing and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment plant upgrades, sewer improvements and drinking water system expansions across the state.
Wyoming city advances $20-million lead service line replacement funding request
Cheyenne officials have advanced a request for up to $20 million in state funding to investigate and replace lead service lines across the city. The effort supports compliance with updated EPA regulations requiring utilities to identify and remove lead pipes from drinking water systems.
California boosts Sites Reservoir project with $269 million funding increase
California has approved nearly $269 million in additional funding for the Sites Reservoir project, a major water storage initiative designed to capture Sacramento River flows during wet periods and improve long-term water supply reliability across the state.
$357.5-million funding package advances Savannah water, sewer projects
Savannah has approved a $357.5 million funding package for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including construction of a new treatment plant and utility system upgrades designed to support long-term growth across the region.
EPA rebrands Biden-era water funding as MAHA initiative
The EPA is promoting billions of dollars for lead pipe replacement and PFAS cleanup under the Trump administration’s Make America Healthy Again initiative, though the funding originated under the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law.
Cities warn of water infrastructure funding cliff as IIJA programs near expiration
Cities, utilities and water industry organizations are urging Congress to reauthorize key federal water infrastructure programs before enhanced funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act expires Sept. 30.
Five-year sewer rate plan approved for Bakersfield wastewater upgrades
Bakersfield has approved a five-year sewer rate increase plan to help fund wastewater treatment, collection system improvements and other long-term infrastructure needs identified through the city's utility planning process.
$277 million investment targeted for California water infrastructure projects
California American Water plans to invest approximately $277 million in water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades in 2026, including water main replacement, storage tank projects and treatment system improvements across the state.
Louisville tunnel project proposal gains renewed attention after funding debate
Kentucky Venues is renewing efforts to advance a proposed underground tunnel project connecting downtown Louisville to the Kentucky Exposition Center as debate continues over funding for a feasibility study.
EPA announces $2.9 billion for lead pipe replacement projects nationwide
The EPA is distributing nearly $2.9 billion to states for lead pipe replacement, drinking water infrastructure upgrades and lead service line identification projects.
New Orleans weighs stormwater fee to fund aging drainage infrastructure
New Orleans is considering a parcel-based stormwater fee to help fund aging drainage and water infrastructure as officials confront rising climate risks and long-term system maintenance needs.
PHMSA opens $22 million in pipeline, hazmat safety grants
PHMSA has announced more than $22 million in grant funding to support pipeline safety, hazardous materials response training and infrastructure safety programs nationwide.
$124 million invested in W. Va. water, wastewater system upgrades
West Virginia American Water invested more than $124 million in water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades in 2025, including pipe replacement, treatment plant modernization and storage system improvements.
Michigan lawmakers push new fund for lead lines, stormwater projects
Michigan lawmakers are proposing a new Water Trust Fund aimed at creating a long-term funding source for lead line replacement, stormwater projects and other underground infrastructure repairs statewide.
Delays threaten $245 million tied to Houston flood mitigation projects
More than $245 million tied to Harris County flood mitigation and stormwater projects could be at risk as infrastructure work falls behind schedule ahead of federal funding deadlines.
Alaska village secures $70 million for first community-wide water, sewer system
An Alaska village is moving closer to its first community-wide water and sewer system after securing $70 million in federal funding for long-term sanitation infrastructure upgrades.
Water infrastructure needs top $2.1 trillion, AWWA report warns of funding gap
A new American Water Works Association report highlights a growing infrastructure funding gap, with utilities facing rising costs, aging systems and more than $2.1 trillion in long-term investment needs.
$80-million EPA funding targets sewer overflows, stormwater system upgrades
The U.S. EPA is making $80 million available for sewer overflow and stormwater infrastructure projects, with priority for small and financially distressed communities.
IHS allocates $700 million for tribal water, sewer infrastructure projects
The Indian Health Service is directing $700 million toward water and wastewater infrastructure projects across tribal communities, targeting improved access to basic services.
Ohio city secures $40.3 million to advance sewer interceptor project
Youngstown, Ohio, has secured $40.3 million to advance a sewer interceptor project aimed at reducing overflows and upgrading aging wastewater infrastructure.
FEMA funds Beaumont drainage project in $117 million flood package
FEMA has approved more than $117 million for flood mitigation projects in Texas and Louisiana, including a drainage and detention basin project in Beaumont.
South Dakota pipeline project faces delays as officials warn of growing water supply risk
Officials warn delays to a proposed South Dakota pipeline could threaten long-term water supply, as the project seeks federal funding for a key feasibility study.
$52 million in funding targets rural water system upgrades in Kentucky
Kentucky is directing $52 million to upgrade rural water systems, targeting long-standing reliability challenges and aging infrastructure across multiple communities.
- Oil pipeline struck during fiber optic construction spills into L.A. storm drains
- Utility strike at center of Dallas explosion investigation
- Gas line strike destroys three homes in Ohio neighborhood
- $1 billion Ohio River Tunnel project awarded in Pittsburgh
- Las Vegas advances multibillion-dollar water pipeline expansion