Funding
Arkansas approves $154 million for statewide water, wastewater upgrades
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced nearly $154 million in new funding to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure in 52 communities.
Savannah proposes tier-based stormwater fee to fund aging infrastructure upgrades
Savannah, Georgia, is proposing a tier-based stormwater fee system to fund drainage and flood-control upgrades. The plan ties costs to property runoff potential, supporting long-term maintenance and infrastructure improvements across the city’s aging stormwater network.
Texas directs $223 million to rural water infrastructure upgrades as voters weigh new $20 billion funding plan
Texas has invested $223 million from its water fund into more than 40 rural infrastructure projects, including new wells, storage tanks, and system repairs. As voters prepare to decide on a $20 billion expansion under Proposition 4, officials call for transparency and continued funding to address statewide water shortages.
Inside Infrastructure: Water infrastructure financing and a federal commitment
It seems whenever the federal government looks to cut spending on American infrastructure, programs that fund water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure are put on the chopping block earlier, rather than later.
Cadiz secures $51 million tribal investment to launch Mojave Groundwater Bank project
Cadiz Inc. has executed an agreement with Lytton Rancheria of California for a $51 million investment in the Mojave Groundwater Bank, marking the first tribal financing for the project and the initial phase of a $450 million equity raise. The project aims to become the largest groundwater bank in the U.S. Southwest, enhancing water storage, resilience, and supply management across California and the broader Western region.
Rep. Deluzio proposes $350 million in federal funding for stormwater, sewer flood mitigation
U.S. Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) has introduced the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Grant Reauthorization Act, a bill that would renew roughly $350 million in federal funding to help municipalities nationwide combat flooding, upgrade stormwater systems, and modernize combined and sanitary sewer infrastructure.
Texas pushes major water infrastructure investment as population growth strains supply
Texas voters will soon decide on Proposition 4, a proposed constitutional amendment to allocate $1 billion annually toward statewide water infrastructure improvements. With rapid population growth and mounting drought and flood challenges, supporters say the measure is vital to modernizing Texas’s aging systems and securing reliable water supplies for cities, rural areas, and industrial development.
Largest-ever PENNVEST funding round to improve drinking water across Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro announced a $547 million investment — the largest in PENNVEST history — to upgrade Pennsylvania’s drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems across 23 counties, replacing lead lines and improving treatment capacity statewide.
Over $64 million granted for water infrastructure upgrades in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania American Water has received more than $64.3 million in grants and low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support four major water infrastructure projects across Butler, Columbia, Fayette and Monroe counties.
Texas Proposition 4 could channel billions into state water infrastructure
Texas voters will decide this November whether to approve Proposition 4, a constitutional amendment that would create a long-term funding stream for statewide water infrastructure improvements. The measure would allocate up to $1 billion annually into the Texas Water Fund.
Gateway Tunnel construction continues despite Trump's move to terminate funding
Work continues on New York’s $16 billion Gateway Tunnel despite President Trump’s move to terminate federal funding for the critical Hudson River rail project.
Gateway Commission extends $665 million contract for Hudson Tunnel Project
The Gateway Development Commission has extended MPA Delivery Partners’ contract by $665 million to continue managing the Hudson Tunnel Project, advancing construction of twin rail tunnels beneath the Hudson River and rehabilitation of the existing 115-year-old tunnel.
Pennsylvania American Water commits $30 million for wastewater infrastructure upgrades
Pennsylvania American Water will invest $30 million to modernize Kane Borough’s Kinzua Road and Pine Street wastewater plants, boosting capacity and regulatory compliance.
Centuri wins nearly $400 million in U.S. utility infrastructure contracts
Centuri Holdings has secured nearly $400 million in U.S. utility and energy infrastructure contracts, including a major Midwest pipeline replacement tied to PHMSA’s Gas Mega Rule and a multi-year natural gas distribution upgrade in New England.
U.S. freezes $18 billion in funding for NYC tunnel, subway projects amid shutdown
The Trump administration has halted roughly $18 billion in federal funding tied to two of New York City’s largest transit infrastructure projects — the long-delayed Hudson River rail tunnel and the expansion of the Second Avenue subway.
Avangrid unveils $18.5 billion plan to strengthen U.S. grid and gas infrastructure by 2028
Avangrid will invest $18.5 billion in U.S. grid and gas infrastructure by 2028, focusing on modernizing aging systems in New York and New England. The plan aims to boost resiliency, expand capacity for data centers and industry, and better protect utilities from storm impacts while supporting job growth and local economic development.
$332 million in funding cleared for regional Pa. water, wastewater projects
Nearly $332 million in regional water and wastewater upgrades have cleared a key review by the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission’s Environment Committee. The five-year capital program, led by Lehigh County Authority (LCA), spans 2025–2030 and includes more than a dozen projects.
New York moves forward with $636 million broadband plan to close digital divide
New York is investing $636 million to expand broadband statewide, connecting 54,000 unserved homes and businesses with fiber, wireless, and satellite under the ConnectALL program.
DOT awards $86 million to states for pipeline safety oversight
DOT has announced $86 million in grants for state pipeline safety programs, supporting inspections of more than 85% of the U.S. pipeline network.
Idaho faces $1 billion water infrastructure challenge as federal cuts loom
A University of Idaho study finds the state’s water and wastewater systems need more than $1 billion in upgrades, with over half of treatment plants violating the Clean Water Act in 2023. Small towns like McCammon face steep costs to replace aging infrastructure, while looming federal cuts to EPA revolving funds threaten to worsen the crisis.
Watertown, N.Y., faces $61 million water system upgrade as funding gap threatens higher rates
Watertown, New York, is struggling to fund a $61 million water system upgrade. Officials warn water rates may rise if key grants aren’t secured.
$337 million granted to N.C. to repair Helene infrastructure damage
Nearly a year after Category 4 Hurricane Helene caused severe flooding throughout North Carolina, the Environmental Protection Agency has provided a total of $337 million to assist in recovery efforts. Of this amount, $276 million is designated for bolstering water infrastructure resilience.
Minnesota announces over $236 million in funding for water infrastructure across state
The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (MPFA) has unveiled over $236.4 million in loans and grants aimed at enhancing wastewater and drinking water facilities across 18 cities in the state.
Austin approves $260 million for water funding despite environmental concerns
During the recent Austin City Council meeting, $260 million in funding for the Austin water utility was approved despite strong community opposition. Critics expressed concerns over the lack of transparency regarding specific funded projects, stating that the provided information was too vague and didn't align with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Governor Hochul announces record $3.4 billion for New York water infrastructure
On Thursday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a historical investment of $3.4 billion in water infrastructure throughout the state. The investment represents a 55% increase compared to the previous year.
38% rate hike sought to cover $65 million in water, sewer upgrades for Wheeling, W. Va.
The city of Wheeling, W. Va., has proposed a 38% rate increase to cover more than $65 million in prioritized water and sewer system improvements, The Intelligencer reported. Wheeling city officials and members of the Public Utilities Committee gathered last week to discuss the most crucial wastewater and sanitary sewer system projects needed for the community.
$204 million in funding granted for North Carolina water, wastewater upgrades
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has announced $204 million in funding for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure improvements across the state.
Wilsonville, Ore., proposes sewer, stormwater rate increases to fund $240 million upgrades
Wilsonville is reviewing sewer and stormwater rates to fund $240 million in long-term infrastructure projects, with public hearings planned ahead of a fall adoption vote.
Iowa representatives introduce bipartisan bill to expand lead pipe replacement
Representatives Zach Nunn (IA-03) and Emilia Sykes (OH-13) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at ensuring federal funding for lead pipe replacement reaches communities in need, according to Western Iowa Today.
$204 million approved for North Carolina water infrastructure projects
Over $204 million in funding for wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects was approved this week by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Dept. of Environmental Quality. The funding will be allocated for 48 projects across 27 counties.
- TxDOT advances massive drainage tunnel beneath I-35 in Austin
- Glenfarne Alaska LNG targets late-2026 construction start for 807-mile pipeline project
- U.S. water reuse boom to fuel $47 billion in infrastructure spending through 2035
- $2.3 billion approved to construct 236-mile Texas-to-Gulf gas pipeline
- Major water pipe break in Puerto Rico hits over 165,000 customers
- Pennsylvania American Water launches interactive map to identify, replace lead water service lines
- Trump's tariffs drive $33 million cost increase for Cincinnati sewer project
- Utah city launches historic $70 million tunnel project using box jacking under active rail line
- Tulsa residents warned after sewer lines damaged by boring work
- Fatal trench collapse halts sewer construction in Massachusetts; two workers hospitalized