Water
South Haven, Mich., launches $42 million water infrastructure overhaul with lead pipe replacements
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has partnered with the city of South Haven and the South Haven Area Water-Sewer Authority (SHAWSA) to kick off construction on a new elevated water storage tank.
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.
Oklahoma City publishes water service line inventory, plans to replace lead pipes by 2027
The Oklahoma City Utilities Department has published an online inventory of all water service lines connected to the city’s water system, as part of its efforts to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
Lubbock, Texas, completes water service line inventory, finds no lead pipes
Lubbock Water Utilities has completed a comprehensive inventory of water service lines, confirming that there are no lead service lines in the city.
Dog River pipeline replacement in Oregon improves water supply with new HDPE pipe
The city of The Dalles has completed a major upgrade to its water supply system through the Dog River Pipeline Replacement Project. The project replaced a deteriorating 20-inch wood stave pipe, installed in 1913, with a modern 30-inch high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipeline.
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.
Water main replacement underway on Kelly Avenue in Oak Hill, W.Va.
West Virginia American Water has begun a $450,000 infrastructure improvement project in Oak Hill to replace 1,800 feet of aging water mains along Kelly Avenue.
Maryland American Water gets green light to acquire Severn Water Company for $1.6 million
Severn Water Company agreed to sell its water system in Nov. 2023, citing the need for more expertise in water management. Maryland American Water has a history of infrastructure investment, having put $3.5 million into its system serving the Town of Bel Air last year.
West Virginia American Water starts $700,000 water main upgrade in Hinton
West Virginia American Water has started a $700,000 infrastructure project to replace 2,200 feet of water main in Hinton, W.Va.
California’s Ambler Park boil water notice ends following main break
California American Water has lifted the Boil Water Advisory for residents in the Ambler Park Water System in Monterey County, following a water main break last week.
U.S. largest water utility American Water restores systems after cyberattack
American Water, the largest U.S. water and wastewater utility, is in the process of securely restoring systems that were temporarily taken offline following a cybersecurity incident reported on Oct. 7.
Massachusetts awarded $53.5 million to tackle PFAS, lead in drinking water
Massachusetts has received $53.5 million in federal funding to address harmful contaminants in drinking water, such as PFAS and lead.
Governor Cooper, EPA administrator assess water infrastructure damage in western N.C.
The visit focused on evaluating the condition of local water systems and discussing federal support to restore clean drinking water to impacted communities in Western North Carolina.
New York secures $665 million for water infrastructure improvements
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) Board of Directors has approved $665 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure projects across New York State.
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.
Lummus Technology expands PFAS detection and treatment services
Lummus Technology, a global leader in process technologies, has introduced new analytical services for detecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
EPA mandates lead pipe replacement within 10 years, allocates $44 million to New Jersey for clean water
The Biden-Harris Administration has introduced a new rule requiring U.S. water systems to replace all lead pipes within the next decade, aiming to reduce lead exposure and provide cleaner drinking water.
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.
Jacobs secures 10-year contract to manage California water reuse facility
The new facility will treat secondary municipal effluent, which will be used to recharge the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Basin, the district's sole source of drinking water.
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.
$3.6 million grant helps upgrade aging water system in Harbor Beach, Michigan
The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded a $3.6 million grant to Harbor Beach, Michigan, to improve its water infrastructure and support local manufacturing growth.
Atlas project wins ASCE Project of the Year for underground water tank in Idaho
Atlas Technical Consultants Inc. has been awarded the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Southern Idaho Section's Project of the Year for the Whistle Pig Tank development, recognized in the category for projects under $10 million.
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.
Water utilities race to complete lead line inventories as EPA deadline looms
As the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Oct. 16 deadline approaches, water utilities across the U.S. are scrambling to submit detailed inventories of lead service lines as required by the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Ridgewood Infrastructure sells stake in San Antonio’s Vista Ridge water pipeline, key to city’s water supply
Ridgewood Infrastructure, a leading infrastructure investment firm focused on essential infrastructure in the U.S. lower middle market, has announced the successful sale of its 75% interest in the Vista Ridge water pipeline.
Prattsburgh, NY gets $4.9 million federal funding for water system overhaul
The funding, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program, will replace outdated water mains, ensuring a safe, clean, and reliable water supply for the community.
2024 water infrastructure bill gains Senate approval for key U.S. projects
The U.S. Senate has passed the bipartisan Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, which authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to advance key water infrastructure projects across the nation, including West Virginia.
Asheville, N.C., faces weeks-long recovery after Tropical Storm Helene damages water system
Asheville’s water system suffered severe damage from Tropical Storm Helene, disrupting treatment facilities and distribution lines. Washed-out roads are complicating repair efforts, with city officials warning it may take weeks to fully restore service to the area’s 94,000 residents.
Michigan invests $1 billion in water infrastructure to improve health, environment
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is funding 72 projects under the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds in fiscal year 2024.
HardRock Infrastructure acquires HDW Construction & Drilling, expands water utility services
HardRock Infrastructure Services and Tower Arch Capital have completed the acquisition of HDW Construction & Drilling, strengthening HardRock’s presence in the water and wastewater utility industry.
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