Water Asset Management
A California City Launches Smart City Energy and Water Savings Program with ENGIE North America
The City of Milpitas began an energy and water savings program that will upgrade utility infrastructure.
Bill on Thresholds for Chemicals in Drinking Water Advances
A bill that wants to establish maximum contaminant levels in drinking water advances to the House for approval.
Broken Well Fixed; 500 Minnesota Homes Have Water Again
Homes in Golden Valley, Minn. now have water again after the city's well was fixed.
Water Management Course Set for US, European Grad Students
A new grant funds a two-week water management graduate course in the Netherlands for U.S. and European students to attend.
Water Crisis ‘Couldn’t Be Worse’ on Oregon-California Border
The drought along the California-Oregon border became worse after federal regulators shut off irrigation last week to farmers.
Flint Business Owner Sentenced for Dumping Waste into Sewers
A business owner in Flint, Michigan was sentenced for illegally dumping millions of gallons of liquid landfill over the course of several years.
Louisiana City Kicks Off $36 Million Drinking Water Renovation
Shreveport, Louisiana starts its $36 million drinking water renovation to improve the city's overall infrastructure.
Resort Wants to Use Treated Wastewater to Supplement Snow
A ski resort in Montana wants to turn sewage into snow for ski slopes which raises questions among wastewater treatment leaders.
Excavation Complete on NEBT Project in Washington, D.C.
The excavation of a $580 million project in Washington, D.C. is now complete.
EPA: Jackson Water Safe to Drink, Despite System Problems
The Environmental Protection Agency say Jackson, Mis. residents are cleared to drink city water but the system still needs improvements.
EPA Awards Grants for Beach Water Monitoring, Notifications
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will be awarding grants for beach water monitoring in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.
Sinkhole Drains Much of the Water Out of St. Louis-Area Lake
A massive sinkhole in a man-made lake in Missouri has resulted in a significant drop in water levels.
Idaho Eyes Sewer, Water, Broadband with Federal Rescue Money
Idaho will receive $1.1 billion in the latest round of coronavirus relief money which will go toward water, sewer and broadband infrastructure in the state.
8 Years After Sandy, $230M New Jersey Flood Plan Gets Kickoff
A $230M flood plan will soon be underway in Hoboken, NJ.
South Dakota City Approves Study on Transporting Missouri River Water
A city in northeastern South Dakota approves a study to possibly bring water from the Missouri River into the city's water treatment system.
Dayton Sues Air Base, Defense Department for Water Pollution
The city of Dayton sues for water contaminants that entered into the city's drinking water.
Jackson Lifts Boil-Water Order After Treatment Plant Fire
Jackson, Mississippi lifts its boil-water notice after a water treatment plant experienced an electrical fire causing water pressure to drop.
Brazil Privatizes Rio de Janeiro’s Water, Sewage Utility
Rio de Janeiro has decided to privatize its water and sewage utility after failing to fix systems.
Arizona Farmers to Bear Brunt of Cuts From Colorado River
A water shortage in Arizona is taking a massive hit on businesses that need the supply to fuel their business.
California Senate Proposes to Spend $3.4B on Drought
The California Senate proposed to spend $3.4 billion to provide assistance for a massive drought.
Water System Link Comes After State Curbs Pumping from Wells
A Charleston suburb has plans to build another connection to Charleston's water system to expand the available water supply.
Repairs to Michigan Wastewater Plant Could Top $15M
A Michigan wastewater plant could face $15.5 million in repairs.
Wastewater Discharge in Tampa Bay Could Fuel Algal Blooms
Wastewater discharge from a plant in Tampa Bay could cause a new outbreak of red tide algal blooms.
Plant Seeks Permit to Treat, Discharge Acidic Wastewater
A Louisiana plant applied for a permit to treat acidic wastewater and discharge the water into the Mississippi River.
Flagstaff Begins Adding Water Wells to Augment City’s Supply
Flagstaff, Arizona will soon have five new wells for the city's water supply.
Senate Backs Grading System for Louisiana Water Systems
The Louisiana Senate backs a proposal for a grading system for community water systems in the state.
Jackson Won’t Release Email About 2020 Water System Problems
The city of Jackson, Mississippi denied a public records request for an email related to the water treatment system in the city.
US West Prepares for Possible 1st Water Shortage Declaration
Arizona and Nevada could face a water shortage due to low levels in the water supply.
Proposal Would Start Grading of Louisiana’s Water Systems
A proposal in Louisiana would require community water systems to be graded for accountability.
Tunnel Boring Machine “MudHoney” Ready to Get to Work in Seattle
The Tunnel Boring Machine is now in use for a water quality project in Washington to prevent polluted water from entering multiple lakes and canals.

- Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on fiber optic network in Superior, Colo.
- Excavator collides with I-95 overpass in Henrico, Va., causing multi-vehicle crash
- Shrewsbury, Mass., expands sewer inspections and cleaning efforts
- Construction worker killed in trench collapse near Prosperity, S.C.
- Two workers rescued after hours trapped in Mich. trench collapse
- WES tunnel boring machine retrieved from Oregon river after seven-month project
- Illinois overhauls Peoples Gas pipeline program, mandates focus on high-risk pipes
- Ameren Illinois to invest $140 million in natural gas pipeline replacement program
- 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