Sewer
California city to replace 5.5 miles of downtown water, sewer mains in Phase II
Oceanside will begin Phase II of its downtown utility overhaul in early 2026, replacing more than 5.5 miles of water and sewer mains and adding nearly 1 mile of recycled-water pipe in a $30 million project over two years.
Raleigh begins 15,900-foot Mine Creek Outfall sewer replacement project
Raleigh Water is investing $30 million to replace 15,900 feet of the Mine Creek Outfall Gravity Sewer, expanding capacity to prevent overflows during wet weather and improve long-term system reliability across the Crabtree Creek and Shelley Lake corridor.
Jackson, Miss., awards Jacobs nine-year contract to operate, upgrade wastewater system
Jacobs was awarded a nine-year contract to operate and upgrade Jackson, Mississippi’s wastewater system as part of the city’s ongoing effort to modernize aging underground infrastructure.
Tetra Tech to oversee groundwater monitoring for UK’s Thames Tideway Tunnel
Tetra Tech was selected by Tideway to lead groundwater monitoring for the 15.5-mile Thames Tideway Tunnel in London under a $3.2 million contract aimed at reducing sewer overflows and improving water quality in the River Thames.
Potomac River Tunnel project enters construction phase beneath Washington, D.C.
DC Water has begun tunneling for the 5.5-mile Potomac River Tunnel Project, part of the Clean Rivers Program to reduce sewer overflows and improve water quality in Washington, D.C. The tunnel will cut overflow volume by 93 percent once complete.
Large-diameter sewer rehab begins on Central Row in Hartford, Conn.
MDC has started a large-diameter sewer rehabilitation in downtown Hartford, deploying trenchless lining and partial main replacement along Central Row to modernize 19th-century infrastructure.
$552 million San Mateo wastewater upgrade expands underground treatment capacity
San Mateo completed a $552 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade featuring new underground treatment systems, expanded storm-flow capacity, and nutrient-reduction technology to protect San Francisco Bay.
NYC launches long-awaited sewer, drainage project for flood-prone neighborhood
New York City will finally bring modern sewer and stormwater systems to The Hole, a flood-prone area on the Brooklyn-Queens border. The project includes new sanitary and storm sewers, bluebelts, and elevated streets to reduce flooding and protect water quality.
Sioux Falls completes $215 million wastewater infrastructure expansion
Sioux Falls has completed a $215 million wastewater infrastructure expansion — the city’s largest-ever public works project — increasing treatment capacity to 30 million gallons per day and supporting future growth across South Dakota communities.
Tulsa residents warned after sewer lines damaged by boring work
Tulsa residents are being advised to inspect their sewer lines after local plumbers uncovered multiple cases of underground damage linked to recent boring work. The incidents, which resulted in sewage backups and costly repairs, highlight the risks of improper directional drilling and the need for proactive sewer inspections and safe excavation practices.
SAWS’ Andrea Beymer to deliver UIC sewer/water keynote address
Andrea Huizar Beymer, executive vice president and chief operating officer of the San Antonio Water System (SAWS), will headline the upcoming Underground Infrastructure Conference (UIC) with a keynote address that highlights transformative innovation in the water and wastewater industry.
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.
St. Louis program prevents 100 million gallons of stormwater from reaching the Mississippi
St. Louis is investing $120 million in green infrastructure projects that use rain gardens, bioretention basins, and urban farms to capture and filter stormwater. The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District’s initiative is expected to prevent more than 100 million gallons of runoff from reaching the Mississippi River, reducing combined sewer overflows and improving water quality.
Lafayette, La., breaks ground on $17.6 million wastewater lift station
Lafayette has begun construction on the $17.6 million South Gravity Lift Station, a wastewater project that will expand capacity for 2,000 new units and support redevelopment across the city. The project, partially funded by an EPA grant, is scheduled for completion in 2026.
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.
$283 million Black Creek sewer upgrade to create 65,000 jobs in Toronto
Canada is investing $283 million to expand Toronto’s Black Creek sewer system, adding 11 miles of new underground infrastructure to reduce flooding and create 65,000 jobs across the city.
Subcontractor strike causes major sewer main break in Greensboro, Md.
A subcontractor strike on a major sewer main caused a wastewater spill in Greensboro, Maryland, prompting emergency repairs and an environmental response.
$2 billion, 20-story-deep DigIndy tunnels complete in Indianapolis
Indianapolis has completed the $2 billion DigIndy Tunnel System — a 28-mile network running 20 stories underground — to capture stormwater and sewage overflows, improving water quality and protecting the White River.
New Orleans expands use of trenchless technology to modernize underground pipes
New Orleans is expanding the use of trenchless pipe rehabilitation to repair underground water and sewer lines more efficiently, reducing disruption and speeding up infrastructure work across the city.
Chattanooga advances $153 million project to prevent sewer overflows
Construction is progressing on Chattanooga's Environmental and Economic Infrastructure Improvements (e2i2) project, a major component of the Tennessee city’s Clear Chattanooga initiative to reduce sewer overflows and improve water quality.
Thames Water removes 100-tonne ‘fatberg’ clogging west London sewer
Thames Water engineers have removed a 100-tonne “fatberg” from a sewer in west London after a month-long operation. The massive blockage, made of wet wipes and grease, highlights ongoing challenges in preventing costly sewer clogs.
Buffalo, N.Y. completes first phase of $100 million sewer project
Buffalo has completed Phase 1 of its $100 million East Delavan Sewer Improvement Project, upgrading wastewater systems to reduce overflows and improve water quality.
Tampa breaks ground on major drainage improvement for El Prado neighborhood
In Tampa, construction begins this month on a $6.9 million stormwater project along South Manhattan Avenue to reduce neighborhood flooding and improve drainage, with completion expected in 2026.
ITOCHU, Çalık Enerji to build first sewer system in Erbil, Iraq
The JICA-funded project aims to improve water quality and sanitation for 135,000 residents, marking a milestone in the region’s underground infrastructure development.
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.
VisuSewer expands into Mid-Atlantic with MOR Construction acquisition
VisuSewer has acquired MOR Construction Services, expanding its wastewater and utility infrastructure presence into Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. The deal strengthens VisuSewer’s Mid-Atlantic footprint and adds regional expertise to its growing national network.
D.C. tackles urgent repairs on 72-inch sewer line carrying 100 million gallons a day
DC Water has begun critical repairs on a 72-inch sewer line under Rock Creek, closing part of the Rock Creek Trail Oct. 3–5. The project aims to prevent sewage discharges and protect local waterways.
Town defends $207 million sewer project as local businesses feel impact
Yarmouth, Massachusetts' $207 million Route 28 sewer project aims to cut nitrogen pollution and expand infrastructure, but local businesses say detours and roadwork are hurting sales.
Asheville, N.C., sewer project begins blasting for French Broad River pipeline crossing
Blasting has begun on the French Broad River sewer pipeline project in Asheville, N.C., part of MSD’s Carrier Bridge Pump Station replacement. The $88 million effort includes multiple river crossings and a new pump station set for completion by 2029.
Cleveland, Ohio sewer district passes halfway mark on $3 billion tunnel program
Cleveland’s $3 billion Project Clean Lake is more than halfway complete, with deep-rock storage tunnels already cutting sewage overflows into Lake Erie by 2 billion gallons annually.
- Fatal trench collapse halts sewer construction in Massachusetts; two workers hospitalized
- Alaska LNG pipeline could require 7,000 workers at peak construction, developers say
- Ohio trench collapse kills one worker, injures two during pipe installation
- Elon Musk's Boring Co. fined for dumping drilling waste into Vegas sewer system
- $1.4 billion Midwest pipeline expansion to move more Canadian oil to U.S. Gulf
- Glenfarne Alaska LNG targets late-2026 construction start for 807-mile pipeline project
- Fatal trench collapse halts sewer construction in Massachusetts; two workers hospitalized
- Massive water line failure leaves majority of Waterbury without service
- Infrastructure failure releases 100,000 gallons of wastewater in Houston; repairs ongoing
- Pennsylvania American Water launches interactive map to identify, replace lead water service lines