Water
Water infrastructure needs top $2.1 trillion, AWWA report warns of funding gap
A new American Water Works Association report highlights a growing infrastructure funding gap, with utilities facing rising costs, aging systems and more than $2.1 trillion in long-term investment needs.
IHS allocates $700 million for tribal water, sewer infrastructure projects
The Indian Health Service is directing $700 million toward water and wastewater infrastructure projects across tribal communities, targeting improved access to basic services.
Costa Rican utility shifts to reliable water access
After a devastating earthquake left 55,000 Costa Ricans without running water, one utility rethought its approach to pipeline infrastructure. Today, ESPH is replacing aging systems with resilient HDPE networks designed to withstand seismic activity, reduce leaks and deliver reliable water service for decades to come.
Court ruling blocks financing path for California Delta tunnel project
A California court decision has halted the state’s attempt to secure bond financing for the Delta tunnel project, adding uncertainty to the multibillion-dollar water infrastructure plan.
Scruggs water infrastructure platform sold to Sterling Group
The Sterling Group has acquired Scruggs, a regional water infrastructure platform, from Rox Capital Partners. The company provides flow control products and maintenance services for municipal water and wastewater systems across the U.S.
FEMA funds Beaumont drainage project in $117 million flood package
FEMA has approved more than $117 million for flood mitigation projects in Texas and Louisiana, including a drainage and detention basin project in Beaumont.
South Dakota pipeline project faces delays as officials warn of growing water supply risk
Officials warn delays to a proposed South Dakota pipeline could threaten long-term water supply, as the project seeks federal funding for a key feasibility study.
$52 million in funding targets rural water system upgrades in Kentucky
Kentucky is directing $52 million to upgrade rural water systems, targeting long-standing reliability challenges and aging infrastructure across multiple communities.
Port Arthur, Texas, approves drainage upgrades to address chronic flooding in El Vista
Port Arthur, Texas, has approved a drainage improvement project targeting long-standing flooding issues in the El Vista neighborhood, with construction planned along a key residential corridor.
$90-million Calif. water reuse project set for construction start in May
Carpinteria is set to break ground on a $90-million water reuse project that will supply more than 25% of local demand. The advanced purification system highlights growing investment in groundwater recharge and drought-resilient infrastructure across California.
$240-million pipeline plan aims to strengthen Tri-Valley water supply, drought resilience
Zone 7 Water Agency is evaluating a $240 million pipeline project designed to strengthen water supply reliability and drought resilience in California’s Tri-Valley region.
$1 billion water infrastructure plan advances upgrades in Southern California
Southern California’s largest water agency is ramping up infrastructure investment, approving a $1 billion capital plan to upgrade aging systems and advance recycled water development. The move underscores growing focus on reliability and long-term water supply planning.
U.S. water infrastructure faces $2.4-trillion investment need, AWWA report finds
A new AWWA report finds U.S. drinking water systems require up to $2.4 trillion in investment over 25 years, highlighting a growing funding gap and rising affordability challenges.
W.A. Rasic advances San Diego $40 million pipeline with 66-inch main, I-8 tunnel
A $40 million San Diego pipeline project is installing a 66-inch water main and tunneling beneath Interstate 8 to improve system reliability and expand infrastructure capacity.
California seeks $69 million for water, sewer and pipeline upgrades
California funding requests include multiple underground infrastructure projects focused on water systems, sewer upgrades and pipeline rehabilitation across several communities.
Massachusetts commits $1 billion+ in SRF funding for water infrastructure upgrades
Massachusetts will provide more than $1 billion in SRF financing for 70 drinking water and wastewater projects, supporting system upgrades, PFAS treatment and lead service line replacement.
$225-million Lake Travis water tunnel project nears completion amid drought concerns
A nearly 2-mile water tunnel beneath Lake Travis is nearing completion, marking a key step in a $225 million effort to secure drought-resilient water supply for fast-growing Central Texas communities.
Water main break in Elma, N.Y. leaves 11,000 residents without service
A water main break in Elma, N.Y. left nearly 11,000 residents without service, prompting emergency response efforts and boil water advisories across multiple Erie County communities.
Tribe challenges Utah groundwater and pipeline project over water rights concerns
The Indian Peaks Band has appealed federal approval of a Utah groundwater and pipeline project, arguing it threatens Tribal water rights and cultural resources.
Everett, Wash., approves $113 million pipeline project to cut sewer overflows
Everett officials approved $113 million for new water, sewer and stormwater pipelines tied to a major storage facility aimed at reducing combined sewer overflows.
EPA clears Oahu drinking water systems after Red Hill fuel contamination
EPA’s final report finds Oahu drinking water systems impacted by the Red Hill fuel release have met safety standards and remained free of contamination since 2022.
Florence, S.C. unveils $300-million plan to reduce sewer overflows, upgrade aging infrastructure
Florence, S.C. is advancing a $300 million plan to tackle persistent sewer overflows, upgrade interceptors and lift stations, and modernize aging drinking water infrastructure over the next two decades.
Miami-Dade water main rupture floods tunnel, worker critically injured
A water main rupture in Miami-Dade flooded an underground construction tunnel, leaving a worker in critical condition and highlighting risks associated with active utility infrastructure projects.
Private equity group backs Houston-based DLG Infrastructure Services in growth deal
Del Monte Capital has invested in Houston-based DLG Infrastructure Services, a fast-growing contractor focused on water, sewer and trenchless infrastructure, signaling continued private equity interest in municipal infrastructure services.
Texas city plans reclaimed water pipeline to boost supply amid drought
Kerrville, Texas, is advancing plans for a 1.6-mile reclaimed water pipeline to support indirect potable reuse, aiming to improve long-term water supply reliability as drought conditions persist.
Rising infrastructure costs threaten water affordability, AWWA report finds
A new AWWA report estimates U.S. drinking water systems will require up to $2.4 trillion in infrastructure investment by 2050, as rising costs, regulatory pressures and aging assets threaten affordability for millions of households.
EPA awards $610 million for 62-mile Illinois water transmission system
The EPA has approved a $610 million WIFIA loan to fund a 62-mile regional water transmission system in northeastern Illinois, enabling nearly 300,000 residents to transition from a declining aquifer to Lake Michigan.
Stormwater plan update highlights infrastructure gaps in Kalispell, Mont., system
An updated stormwater plan in Kalispell, Mont., found roughly one-third of the city’s pipes cannot handle a 10-year storm, prompting plans for upgrades to improve system capacity, reduce flooding and modernize aging infrastructure.
Pflugerville targets May shutdown to repair damaged raw water pipeline
Officials in Pflugerville, Texas, are advancing repairs on a damaged 30-inch raw water pipeline after multiple breaks disrupted supply, with Stage 3 restrictions still in place as crews prepare for a coordinated system shutdown.
$180 million drainage tunnel anchors $256 million California, Texas water projects
A $180 million drainage tunnel project in California leads $256 million in newly awarded water and wastewater infrastructure work, including flood control and treatment plant expansion.
- Oil pipeline struck during fiber optic construction spills into L.A. storm drains
- Utility strike at center of Dallas explosion investigation
- Gas line strike destroys three homes in Ohio neighborhood
- $1 billion Ohio River Tunnel project awarded in Pittsburgh
- Las Vegas advances multibillion-dollar water pipeline expansion