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Utility & communications construction: Investment trends and sector growth update
Strong investment by investor-owned utilities, the federal government, states and municipalities have led to quality project opportunities that brought significant growth to the contractors serving those markets.
Iron Mountain approves engineering for sewer and water infrastructure projects
The City Council of Iron Mountain, Michigan, has planned $19.3 million in water and sewer improvements for the city, with aims to raise the remaining funding needed.
ASCE names MSD Deer Creek Sanitary Tunnel and Pump Station Project of the Year
KAI 360 CS is proud to announce that the ASCE St. Louis Section has named the MSD Deer Creek Sanitary Tunnel and Pump Station as its 2024 Project of the Year.
IPEX expands trenchless offering with cost-efficient, large-size NovaForm PVC liner
NovaForm is a styrene-free, expand-in-place structural liner for rehabilitating trenchless sewer and stormwater culverts. This liner combines long-term strength with flexibility, allowing it to handle some of the most challenging installation conditions.
EPA adds $21.5 million for Nebraska to $6.2 billion water infrastructure spending
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an additional $21 million in spending under the current administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure law for Nebraska.
Water, Sewer Damage Awareness Week 2024 is providing education, strategies to industry communities
Water & Sewer Damage Awareness Week (WSDAW) 2024 is planned for Oct 21-25. This year, key stakeholders in the water and wastewater industry from across the country are gearing up to receive free educational presentations tailored to provide industry-leading practices and strategies to protect and maintain the water and wastewater systems that we all rely on.
$256 million for water infrastructure projects announced by New York Governor
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $256 million in funding for critical improvement projects for water and sewer infrastructure projects.
Weeks after storm, major infrastructure repairs continue on I-40, utilities in Western North Carolina
Several weeks after Hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina, significant infrastructure damage, including key sections of I-40 and local utilities, continues to hamper the region.
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.
AG Schwalb sues Fort Myer Construction for polluting DC stormwater system
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb has filed a lawsuit against Fort Myer Construction Company, one of the region’s largest road paving firms, for illegally discharging pollutants into Washington, DC’s stormwater system.
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
How to reduce fatbergs in sewer systems
Fatbergs, a true enemy of urban plumbing, are monstrous masses consisting primarily of non-flushable household and personal items found in the underbelly of urban sewer systems.
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.
Pennsylvania American Water and Towamencin to cancel wastewater system sale
Pennsylvania American Water (PAW) and Towamencin Township have announced plans to terminate the sale of the township’s wastewater system.
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.
Manhattan, Ill., kicks off critical water and sewer infrastructure project
This project aims to improve essential public services by installing new water and sewer lines to support the Manhattan Fire Protection District's operations and prepare for the construction of a new Public Works Facility.
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.
CivilGEO unveils GeoSTORM stormwater modeling software
CivilGEO, a civil engineering design software company, has launched GeoSTORM, a new stormwater modeling software designed to streamline the creation, analysis, and review of both urban and rural stormwater models.
Wisconsin Whey Protein settles for $350,000 over wastewater violations
Wisconsin Whey Protein Inc. has agreed to pay $350,000 and install a new cooling system to resolve violations of state wastewater and stormwater laws at its Darlington cheese and whey plant.
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.
Underground Infrastructure Business Highlights: Key Developments and Insights
Explore the latest business moves in the underground infrastructure industry, from groundbreaking tunnel construction to dealer expansions, cutting-edge pipeline detection technology, and beyond. This month’s Business column covers major projects and acquisitions, innovation milestones, and key developments shaping the field.
Datumate launches Gannt Viewer feature for critical civil engineering projects
With the new Gantt Viewer, a construction manager can manage tasks such as utility relocations, foundation work, and paving. For example, if a sewer installation is delayed due to site conditions, the manager can update the Gantt chart and communicate changes to all stakeholders, ensuring the project remains on schedule.
- Inside Sempra’s 72-mile pipeline with 18 major trenchless crossings
- Trump vetoes bill to finish $1.3 billion Colorado water pipeline
- PHMSA warns of heat risks in aging plastic gas distribution pipelines following deadly Pennsylvania explosion
- Infrastructure failure releases 100,000 gallons of wastewater in Houston; repairs ongoing
- OSHA seeks $1.2 million fine after fatal trench collapse in Connecticut
- Worm-like robot burrows underground to cut power line installation costs
- First tunnel boring machines complete testing for Hudson Tunnel Project
- Infrastructure failure releases 100,000 gallons of wastewater in Houston; repairs ongoing
- Construction jobs stumble into 2026 after weak year
- NWPX grows water infrastructure portfolio with Colorado precast facility