Sewer Construction
Honolulu proposes first sewer fee increases since 2016 to improve wastewater infrastructure
The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) has announced plans to increase sewer fees over the next ten years, starting July 1, 2025.
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.
Modular Water Systems completes key wastewater infrastructure upgrade in Pennsylvania
Water On Demand (WODI), a subsidiary of OriginClear, Inc., announced the successful delivery of its EveraMOD pump station package to a major wastewater upgrade project in Big Beaver Borough, Pennsylvania.
Tampa advances $2.9 billion PIPES program with $31.5 million wastewater upgrade
Tampa’s Wastewater Department has completed a new state-of-the-art sludge dewatering facility as part of the city's largest-ever investment in infrastructure
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.
Emergency sewer repair prompts closures along Marina Bay Drive in League City, Texas
A leak was discovered in a 50-year-old sewer force main near Clear Creek High School, requiring immediate action to prevent disruptions to sewage service for much of the city's east side.
Newburgh, N.Y., completes $31 million sewer project using microtunneling for underground pipeline
The project installed 8,700 feet of new sewer pipes and used microtunneling for over 2,000 feet of underground pipeline to improve capacity and reduce pollution in the Hudson River.
Laredo, Texas, launches $30 million project to expand wastewater capacity
The project will see the construction of a 7,000-foot tunnel, designed to improve the system’s ability to move up to 10 million gallons of wastewater per day.
Sanitary sewer line replacement scheduled for Bunker Hill and Greenbay in Houston
All work will occur underground or within the city’s Right of Way (ROW), with no expected need to access private property unless necessary, and residents will receive advance notice if this happens.
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.
Queens, NY, completes $106 million Phase 2 sewer upgrade in Maspeth
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection and the NYC Department of Design and Construction have completed a $106 million infrastructure project in Maspeth, Queens, marking the second phase of a three-part initiative to establish a new drainage network in central Queens.
Jacobs secures contract for California wastewater operations
Jacobs has been awarded a five-year contract to manage the wastewater treatment and reclamation facility for the Lincoln-Sewer Management District 1 Wastewater Authority in California.
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.
Midland, Texas, faces road closures amid utility infrastructure overhaul
As of this week, Colorado Street between Texas Avenue and Wall Street has been closed for Atmos Energy's utility upgrades. North County Road 1160 is also closed from East County Road 90 to the Highway 80 frontage road to facilitate sewer line installations.
Construction mishap releases thousands of gallons of sewage into Washington’s Lake Whatcom
A construction incident on Sept. 11 led to a sewage leak into Lake Whatcom, with estimates ranging between 25,000 and 50,000 gallons of raw sewage spilling into the water.
Aging sewer pipes to be replaced on Mercer Island, Enatai in Washington
The project will update pipelines that carry wastewater from the North Mercer Island pump station to the Sweyolocken pump station in Bellevue, ensuring reliable sewer service for at least 50 more years.
San Diego sewer upgrade nears completion, potholing to confirm underground utilities
Upcoming work will replace sewer mains and laterals on three streets in San Diego. Crews will also conduct potholing to verify the locations of underground pipes and utility lines.
Chautauqua Lake sewer expansion in New York to start this fall
The South and Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District has officially approved a $16.9 million bid by J.D. Northrup Construction Inc. to expand the sewer district from Stow to Prendergast Creek, on the south side of Chautauqua Institution.
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.
29 Lahaina properties gain access to county sewer for the first time
For the first time, 29 properties on Fleming Road in Lahaina will be able to connect to the County of Maui’s sewer service. This connection is made possible by a federal emergency sewer project tied to the Kilohana Temporary Group Housing site.
Repair work begins on damaged sewer line in Rexburg, Idaho, after construction incident
Rexburg officials have reported ongoing efforts to repair a damaged sewer line, which was struck by a contractor working on the U.S. Highway 20 project on Aug. 22.
International report: Germany accelerates plans for energy development
Germany plans to actively accelerate the development and modernization of its underground energy infrastructure in the near future.
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.
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.
USACE starts Lahaina sewer project a year after deadly wildfire
The Lahaina Emergency Sewer System project will involve installing 1,000 linear feet of 12-inch sewer main along Malo Street and 1,500 linear feet of 8-inch sewer main along Fleming Rd.
Athens, Texas, advances $1.5 million Pinkerton sewer line upgrade
The North Pinkerton sewer line project in Athens, Texas, is well underway. In total, approximately 4,100 feet of pipeline will be replaced, with the pipes being upgraded from 8 inches to 12 inches in diameter.
- 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