Pipeline Replacement
Mesa, Ariz., commences $180 million pipeline project to bolster water supply amid drought
(UI) — The goal of the project is to construct a pipe that will join a recycling water delivery system that currently serves the Gila River Indian Community. All of this is a result of a 15-year-old exchange arrangement between Mesa and Gila River.
Lawmakers seek extended deadline, funding for crucial water pipeline project in New Mexico
(UI) — The Indian Affairs Committee met on July 12 to discuss a bill that could affect water access for thousands of households in rural New Mexico. A $67 million contract was already issued to build water pipelines, but now lawmakers want more time and funds to complete and maintain the infrastructure.
EWEB undertakes water pipeline upgrades to ensure reliability during earthquakes
(UI) — The Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) in Eugene, Oregon, has announced the commencement of several water pipeline projects aimed at enhancing earthquake resilience and ensuring reliability.
Consultants: Design issues, operations lapses led to big Keystone pipeline oil spill
Pipeline design issues, lapses by its operators and problems caused during its construction led to a massive oil spill on the Keystone pipeline system in northeastern Kansas, according to a report for U.S. government regulators.
California officials begin construction to restore water infrastructure damaged by fire
(UI) — As a first step in repairing its Peavine Raw Water Pipeline, which was destroyed by the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex fire almost three years ago, the district has hired a contractor to start evaluating, cataloging, and eventually removing problematic trees.
US cities win nearly $200 million in grants for pipeline upgrades
Federal officials announced the first $196 million of grants Wednesday in a $1 billion program to repair and replace aging and sometimes leaking natural gas pipelines across the country.
Judge sets Aug. 1 as deadline for Flint’s lead pipe project
A judge has ordered Flint, Michigan, to replace any remaining lead or steel water lines by Aug. 1, the latest intervention after a series of missed deadlines. More than 10,000 pipes have been replaced, though at least 1,000 addresses still haven’t been inspected, according to the NRDC.
Oregon halts construction on water pipeline project after 12 years and $38 million
(UI) — The Portland Water Bureau abruptly stopped work on the intended building of a new water pipeline beneath the Willamette River today after more than 12 years of planning and preparation and the investment of $38 million.
Brown and Caldwell to design the replacement of critical Southern California water pipeline
(UC) — The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has selected environmental engineering and construction services firm Brown and Caldwell to design a sectional replacement of the Rialto Feeder, a critical Southern California water supply pipeline.
Public utility to pipe water to residents of 'Gasland' town
A new water line will deliver something that residents of a rural Pennsylvania community have gone without for the last 14 years — a clean, reliable supply of drinking water — after a public utility on Tuesday released the first details of a plan to mitigate the damage that a gas driller is charged with causing.
Oregon granted $6.6 million in funding for water projects
(UC) — The Oregon Water Resources Control Board awarded $6.6 million to two irrigation efficiency projects, an aquifer recharge plan, and additional funding for a grant that had already been authorized, the Capital Press reported.
Federal agency accepting applications for pipeline, natural gas infrastructure improvement grants
The program offers nearly $200 million in grants annually over the next five years to improve the safety of high-risk, leak-prone natural gas distribution infrastructure and create good-paying jobs, with an emphasis on benefiting underserved communities.
Missouri American Water highlights $400 million of planned infrastructure upgrades
In celebration of National Infrastructure Week, Missouri American Water is highlighting its planned investment of approximately $400 million in water and wastewater system upgrades across the state this year.
8 Arrested in Protest Over Line 3 Pipeline Project
Eight people were arrested during a protest against the Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project.
Enbridge to Begin Line 3 Replacement Project
Enbridge has received all permits and approvals needed to begin the company's Line 3 Replacement Project.
Energy Pipeline Construction, Market Trends
The COVID-19 crisis has dramatically affected oil and gas production and demand, leaving no midstream oil and gas markets untouched as drilling screeched to a halt, pipeline projects were sidelined and global storage neared capacity in a stark reversal of trends at the start of 2020.
Michigan Governor Announces $500 Million Water Infrastructure Plan
The governor of Michigan has announced a $500 million dollar plan to upgrade the state's water and wastewater infrastructure.
Illinois Regulators Approve Report on Condition of Chicago Gas Distribution Network
Regulators in Illinois have agreed with the conclusion of a report that found a natural gas distribution network replacement program in Chicago from Peoples Gas will increase public and customer safety.
Poised for Progress: Prescott One Step Closer to Centralized Wastewater System
The popular adage “out with the old, in with the new” is often associated with enthusiasm and fanfare. Yet, in the world of sewer replacement and expansion, the true test of a successful project is having the work go almost unnoticed by the public.
Eight Texas Cities Partner for New Water Line
Eight cities in the Houston area are partnering together to replace a 75 million gallon water line.
Ameren Illinois Continues to Modernize With $8.5 Million Gas System Projects
Ameren Illinois announced additional updates to its natural gas system with $8.5 million in replacement projects scheduled for completion by late October in Springfield and San Jose.
EPA Announces $40 Million Water Infrastructure Loan to Toho Water Authority
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $40 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the Toho Water Authority in Kissimmee, Florida.
Ameren Illinois Plans Natural Gas Pipeline Upgrades
Ameren Illinois said it will replace 12 miles of aging natural gas pipeline in two Illinois locations for a combined cost of $64 million as part of its planned system upgrades around the state.
$234 Billion CAPEX Expected over Next 10 Years for Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
More than $234 billion of capital expenditures (CAPEX) are forecasted over the next decade to address aging municipal water and wastewater pipe network infrastructure. Precipitated by decades of underinvestment, municipal utilities are under increasing pressure to address deteriorating linear assets at a faster pace.
New Jersey Capital City Spending $150 Million to Replace Lead Pipes
All 37,000 of the lead water pipes in New Jersey’s capital city will be replaced over the next five years at an estimated cost of $150 million, Trenton officials said Thursday.
Construction Begins to Repair Damage From 120 Million Gallon Sewer Leaks in Florida
Construction has begun to repair damaged sewer lines in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida after nearly 130 million gallons of sewer water leaked over several days last December.
New Mexico Communities get Funding for Water Projects
Nearly $34 million in federal funding is being funneled to New Mexico to help make improvements to water and wastewater systems.
TT Technologies’ Versatile Grundoburst: First Choice for Wide-Ranging Applications
Burst and replace water, sewer, gas and other pipes with the Grundoburst static pipe bursting system from TT Technologies. The Grundoburst can pull in a variety of replacement pipe including PVC, DIP, ABS, cast iron, fusion-welded HDPE and VCP jacking pipe.
Stormwater Pipe Replacement in Florida
Communities large and small across the United States are facing a hidden crisis – failing underground water and sewer pipes.
New Jersey Gas Utility Pipeline Project Named Project of the Year
A $900 million gas main upgrade project responsible for upgrading over 500 miles of gas lines has been named as Project of the Year by the Project Management Institute - New Jersey Chapter.
- 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