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$227 million Garnet Valley water project advances, set to create 73,000 jobs in Nevada
SNWA approved $227 million in contracts for the Garnet Valley water and wastewater system, designed to deliver 20 million gallons per day to the Apex Industrial Complex.
Wisconsin Senate passes lead pipes bill, allowing private water utility access to federal funding
According to Wisconsin Public Radio, Republican members of the state's Senate have narrowly passed a bill that will grant access to federal funds to the state's only private water utility, Superior Water, Light & Power Company. The approval would make the company eligible for loans under Wisconsin's Safe Drinking Water Loan Program for lead pipe replacement projects.
Kentucky American Water seeks rate increase to support $212 million infrastructure investment
Kentucky American Water has filed a request with the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) for new rates, reflecting more than $212 million in system investments. Among the investments included in the request are the replacement of 30 miles of aging water pipelines.
Newsom seeks to fast-track Delta Conveyance Project to bolster California water system
Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to fast-track the Delta Conveyance Project to modernize California’s State Water Project and address long-term water supply challenges.
Work paused on NYC’s massive tunnel repair as drought triggers contract overhaul
The $2 billion effort to fix a leak in New York City’s Delaware Aqueduct, which supplies water to millions, is now expected to finish after 2027 due to drought-related delays and contract revisions.
Aqua Pennsylvania to install PFAS treatment, replace over 200 lead lines in multiple counties
Aqua Pennsylvania will install PFAS treatment systems and replace over 200 lead service lines across several counties as part of its ongoing water quality upgrades, with completion expected by 2026.
Los Osos, Calif., water pipeline project still on hold as Army Corps delays approval
A long-awaited pipeline project to connect Los Osos, Calif., to the state water system remains stalled as the Army Corps of Engineers has yet to approve funding. Local officials and Congressman Salud Carbajal are pressing for action.
Clock ticking on Canandaigua, N.Y., plan to remove toxic chemicals from water
Senator Schumer is urging the EPA to end delays and approve $1.75 million in funding for Canandaigua, N.Y.'s drinking water upgrade. The project, vital for 40,000 residents in Ontario and Wayne counties, targets harmful DBP chemicals linked to cancer and organ damage.
EPA gives $49 million boost to rural, small and tribal wastewater projects
The EPA has awarded $49 million to help rural, small and tribal communities upgrade wastewater infrastructure and improve Clean Water Act compliance. The funding supports technical assistance programs that help communities manage aging systems and access financing.
PENNVEST approves nearly $243 million for statewide water infrastructure projects
Pennsylvania officials on Wednesday announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) approved almost $243 million in grants and loans for 32 drinking water and wastewater projects in 23 Pennsylvania counties.
Editor’s Log: Miles and miles to go
In this month’s Editor’s Log, Editor-in-Chief Robert Carpenter examines the persistent challenges facing major cities like Chicago in managing stormwater and sewer infrastructure, highlighting why even billions in federal funding still leave critical gaps.
Arkansas commits $575 million to strengthen statewide water, sewer infrastructure
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signs legislation to invest $575 million in Arkansas water and wastewater infrastructure, supporting rural systems and long-term funding through 2043.
Albany, N.Y., approves $175 million for statewide water, sewer upgrades
New York State approves over $175 million in water and sewer infrastructure funding for projects across the state, supporting community upgrades, job creation, and long-term system improvements.
Massachusetts awards $1.24 billion for water, wastewater infrastructure projects
Massachusetts awarded $1.24 billion in loans and grants to fund 67 water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the state, supporting clean water, PFAS remediation, and energy efficiency improvements.
$60 million sewer project approved to improve Cape Cod water quality
According to Cape Cod Times, $60 million has been approved for a sewer project to improve water quality in the Great Pond area of Falmouth, Mass. Great Pond is known as one of the town’s most polluted water bodies.
Columbus, Ohio, commits $1 billion to replace aging lead pipes by 2037
Columbus is investing $1 billion to replace up to 50,000 lead and galvanized water service lines by 2037, aiming to reduce long-term exposure risks and protect public health.
MTA advances $7.7 billion East Harlem subway tunnel project with $186 million oversight contract
The MTA has approved a $186.6 million contract with AECOM-HNTB to oversee tunneling and systems work for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway extension, advancing one of New York’s largest underground infrastructure projects into East Harlem.
Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is calling on the Trump administration to release $50 million in delayed federal funds for lead pipe replacement, warning that the holdup threatens public health and critical infrastructure work.
Private water utility in Superior, Wis., creates snag for lead pipe replacement plans
Former President Biden pledged $1 billion for lead pipe replacement funding across the state of Wisconsin during a visit last year. But, according to Wisconsin Public Radio, the city of Superior's status as a privately-owned water utility has prevented it from accessing federal funds to complete the work.
$340 million in funding approved for N.Y. water infrastructure projects
The Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) has approved $340 million in funding for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul announced. The Board's approval authorizes municipal access to low-cost financing and previously announced grants to get shovels in the ground for critical water and sewer infrastructure projects.
Atlanta mayor unveils 20-year water overhaul plan after series of major main breaks
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has unveiled a sweeping, multibillion-dollar initiative to overhaul the city’s deteriorating water system over the next two decades.
Fairfield, Conn., to begin $31 million East Trunk sewer line replacement in May
A long-planned replacement of the East Trunk sewer line is set to begin in May 2025, with construction expected to last about 18 months. The project will replace aging sewer infrastructure to improve wastewater system reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and prevent future disruptions.
Folly Beach, S.C., to vote on $7.4 million stormwater infrastructure project
According to WCSC News, the city of Folly Beach, South Carolina, is considering upgrading a nearly 80-year-old portion of its stormwater infrastructure. City Council will meet soon to vote on whether to award $7.4 million to a construction company for the proposed improvements.
Waynesburg, Pa., sewer funding won’t be affected by federal cuts, project manager says
According to Herald-Standard, funding for sewer rehabilitation projects in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania won’t be affected by potential federal cuts. Project manager Robert Dengler told the Waynesburg Borough Council that two of the three grants have been secured, and he expects a third grant to be finalized this fall.
Trump administration to shift funding, preference away from fiber optics infrastructure
According to TechSpot, the Trump administration has announced significant changes to the $42.45 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program that could redirect substantial funding towards non-fiber technologies, such as Elon Musk's Starlink satellite service, and divert preference and funding away from fiber optics infrastructure.
Pennsylvania American Water begins $2 million, 3,200-foot sewer upgrade in Scranton, Dunmore
Pennsylvania American Water has started a $2 million sewer line upgrade in Scranton and Dunmore, replacing more than 3,200 feet of sewer pipe. The project began last month and aims to improve the local wastewater collection system.
RWRA seeks approval for $18.4 million sewer project in Owensboro, Ky.
According to Messenger-Inquirer, the Regional Water Resource Agency is asking city and county officials to approve a loan to replace a major sewer line in downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The project would replace the city's current force main with a larger pipe to prevent overflow.
Aqua granted over $1.7 million in funding for infrastructure projects across North Carolina
Aqua North Carolina announced it has received several grant awards from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Division of Water Infrastructure. The funding will be allocated for ongoing lead service line replacements, PFAS removal and water system improvements across the state.
Carthage, Tenn., gets $2.7 million loan for water system upgrades
The Town of Carthage has secured a $2.7 million loan to improve its water infrastructure, Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers announced.
Omak, Wash., secures funding to upgrade water, sewer infrastructure linked to bridge replacement
As Washington state prepares to replace a key bridge in Omak, the city must address a related infrastructure challenge: relocating or upgrading a water main attached to the aging structure. The Washington State Public Works Board has awarded Omak $210,000 in pre-construction funding to support the effort.
- Authorities investigating trench collapse that killed worker in Ashburn, Va.
- NTSB publishes preliminary report on fatal gas pipeline explosion in Lexington, Mo.
- Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds
- Ditch Witch West sells first Bulldog trencher to speed up undergrounding work along West Coast
- Centuri awarded nearly $400 million for U.S. gas infrastructure work
- Maryland lawmakers push to curb BGE pipeline spending, citing safety and cost concerns
- Charlottesville, Va., to begin work on 24-inch water line for Rivanna River crossing
- Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds
- City of Albuquerque halts fiber optic construction in response to damage, complaints
- Pasadena, Calif., undergrounding project could take 500 years to finish