Funding
The EPA announces $6.2 billion in funding for Iowa and Kansas water infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a total $6.2 billion to upgrade water infrastructure in Iowa and Kansas.
U.S. allocates $196 million for natural gas pipeline modernization
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced $196 million in grants, funded by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to repair and replace aging natural gas pipes.
Pennsylvania town receives $6.4 million for wastewater treatment upgrades
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-171) have announced that Bratton Township will receive over $6.4 million in state funding to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant.
Louisiana secures $4 million for water, sewer upgrades across 10 towns
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) announced that Louisiana will receive over $4 million in federal funding to improve water and sewer systems across ten towns.
South Haven, Mich., launches $42 million water infrastructure overhaul with lead pipe replacements
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has partnered with the city of South Haven and the South Haven Area Water-Sewer Authority (SHAWSA) to kick off construction on a new elevated water storage tank.
Pennsylvania secures $7.9 million in funding for lead line replacements, wastewater repairs
The funds will support the replacement of lead service lines in Pittsburgh and repairs to the wastewater collection system in Exeter, Berks County.
EPA offers $30 million in grants to support rural water systems, improve water quality
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of up to $30.7 million in grant funding to support small drinking water and wastewater systems, particularly those in rural communities, as well as private well owners working to improve water quality.
Sewer backup prevention initiative launches in Cook County, Illinois
Homeowners looking to protect their homes from flooding can still apply for the Village’s Residential Sewer Backup Prevention Program, which offers grant funding for the installation of overhead sewers or backflow prevention devices.
$3.6 million grant helps upgrade aging water system in Harbor Beach, Michigan
The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded a $3.6 million grant to Harbor Beach, Michigan, to improve its water infrastructure and support local manufacturing growth.
Prattsburgh, NY gets $4.9 million federal funding for water system overhaul
The funding, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program, will replace outdated water mains, ensuring a safe, clean, and reliable water supply for the community.
New York's Herkimer, Ilion secure state grants for lead pipe replacement projects
Herkimer and Ilion, NY, have received nearly $5.2 million in state grants to replace lead service lines as part of New York’s $90 million initiative to improve drinking water infrastructure, with a focus on underserved communities.
Michigan invests $1 billion in water infrastructure to improve health, environment
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is funding 72 projects under the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds in fiscal year 2024.
California’s EVMWD secures $102 million grant for septic-to-sewer conversion projects
The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) has secured $102 million in grant funding to support its septic-to-sewer conversion projects in the Sedco Hills and Avenues communities.
California governor signs bills to improve sewer systems, expand access to clean water
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation aimed at addressing failing sewer systems in California communities, such as East Orosi. The new law gives the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) greater authority to intervene where sewer services are inadequate.
New York’s College Point completes $139 million upgrade: Water mains and sewers revamped
A $139 million infrastructure project in College Point, Queens, has been completed, upgrading over 14 miles of water mains and sewers, along with street improvements.
EPA earmarks $49 million in funding for rural, tribal wastewater infrastructure improvements
Many rural, small, and Tribal systems face unique financial and operational challenges, including aging infrastructure, workforce shortages, increasing costs, and declining rate bases. EPA’s grant funding will be used to assess the most pressing water challenges in communities.
Fresno awarded $3.7 million to replace water pipes, protect drinking water
Congressman Jim Costa has announced $3.7 million in federal funding for Fresno, California, to replace failing water pipes and protect its drinking water system infrastructure from drought.
Iowa receives federal aid to replace lead water pipes
Iowa is using federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to replace lead water pipes, prioritizing vulnerable communities to improve public health and water safety.
EPA launches $7.5 billion WIFIA fund to improve water infrastructure nationwide
The WIFIA program offers long-term loans to help communities implement critical water infrastructure projects, which protect public health, deliver environmental benefits, create over 60,000 good-paying jobs, protect waterways including drinking water sources, and support local economies, at a lower cost.
Alaska Communications to extend 9,100-mile fiber network with $390 million infrastructure financing
Alaska Communications is currently developing a network that spans 9,100 miles of fiber, connecting business and wholesale customers throughout the state. The company has plans to further extend its critical infrastructure to enhance connectivity in Alaska.
Massachusetts to protect children from lead drinking water with $1.3 million federal funding
The funding announced this past week was authorized by the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act and is provided to 55 states, the District of Columbia, and participating territories as grants for lead testing and remediation in schools and childcare facilities.
Senator Joe Manchin backs Pickaway waterline extension in West Virginia's Monroe County
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin has announced new funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to extend the Pickaway waterline in Monroe County, improving access to clean drinking water for residents of Union.
League City, Texas, advances major underground water, sewer upgrades with $308 million investment
League City, Texas, is investing $184 million to enhance its water system and $124 million for wastewater improvements as part of its Capital Improvement Program for FY2024-2028.
California to improve water infrastructure drought resiliency with $7.3 million in federal funding
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding over $7.3 million in grants in California to support four drinking water systems in underserved, small, and disadvantaged communities that will be facing drought, wildfires and other impacts of climate change.
EPA allocates $26 million to combat lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities
The funding was authorized by the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act and is provided to states, the District of Columbia, and participating territories as grants for lead testing and remediation in schools and childcare facilities.
EPA to invest $25.5 million in drinking water infrastructure projects across the country
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $25.5 million in grants through a new program to support drinking water systems in underserved, small, and disadvantaged communities while reducing impacts of climate change.
Parsons to oversee Manchester, N.H., $16 million Cemetery Brook Drain tunnel project
The $16 million contract, spanning three years, includes program and construction management services aimed at mitigating flood risks and eliminating combined sewer overflow (CSO) discharges into the Merrimack River.
Central Florida’s Toho Water Authority secures $188.3 million for water infrastructure expansion
The EPA has awarded a $188.3 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan to the Toho Water Authority to enhance water infrastructure in Polk and Osceola counties.
Coastal Alabama to receive $30 million for sewer and stormwater improvements
Governor Kay Ivey has announced nearly $30 million in funding for sewer, stormwater, and water quality improvement projects in Coastal Alabama.
Ogden City, Utah to strengthen water infrastructure, drought resilience with $42 million WIFIA loan
With this WIFIA loan, the city plans to replace two aging, leaking water lines—the Wellfield water line that conveys groundwater to the Ogden City Treatment Plant and the Ogden Canyon water line that transports treated drinking water to communities.
- OSHA cites Florida contractors for trench safety violations at sewer and excavation sites
- Biden-Harris administration invests $849 million in aging water infrastructure, drought resilience
- Cadiz to reuse steel from terminated Keystone XL pipeline for California groundwater project
- Texas contractor penalized by OSHA for repeated trench safety violations
- West Virginia approves $67 million for water, sewer projects