Water
Judge clears distribution of $626 million Flint water crisis settlement funds
A federal judge has approved the distribution of the $626-million Flint water crisis settlement, clearing the way for payments to more than 26,000 claimants more than a decade after the crisis began. While the ruling marks a major milestone, some residents remain cautious as the first payouts get underway.
New pipelines to end West Odessa’s long wait for running water
Texas lawmakers approved $17 million to build new pipelines and bring running water to residents in West Odessa, marking the first major step toward solving long-standing infrastructure gaps in the unincorporated area.
Columbia, S.C., advances $350 million sewer and water overhaul; new downtown upgrades set to begin
Columbia, South Carolina, is investing $350 million to replace aging sewer and water infrastructure, including a $16 million downtown sewer upgrade and a $65 million overflow control facility.
Zoning showdown: SCWA claims immunity as North Fork pipeline review advances
The Suffolk County Water Authority has ruled its 12-mile North Fork water main project exempt from Riverhead’s zoning and land-use review—setting up a major jurisdictional clash as the pipeline enters a full environmental impact study. Riverhead disputes the finding and is weighing legal action.
Strategic investment positions United Flow Technologies for expanded role in water infrastructure market
United Flow Technologies has received a strategic growth investment from Berkshire Partners, strengthening its nationwide water and wastewater infrastructure platform. The partnership will support expanded services, deeper technical capabilities, and continued investment in mission-critical municipal systems.
Eagle Merchant Partners invests in Atlantic Pipe Services to expand water infrastructure rehabilitation
Eagle Merchant Partners has made a strategic investment in Atlantic Pipe Services, one of Florida’s largest stormwater and wastewater inspection and rehabilitation providers. The partnership will support APS’ expansion, equipment investments and acquisitions as demand for water infrastructure maintenance grows statewide.
Waterline breaks force overnight closure at Grand Canyon; $208 million replacement project underway
Grand Canyon National Park has suspended overnight stays after multiple breaks in its Transcanyon Waterline cut off water to the South Rim. A $208 million replacement project is underway to restore and modernize the aging system.
California invests $590 million to boost water reliability, upgrade sewer systems statewide
California invested $590 million in new water infrastructure projects, adding 2.9 billion gallons of clean water annually and upgrading wastewater, desalination, and sewer systems across the state to boost long-term reliability.
Austin rebuilds century-old reservoir, strengthens water system reliability
Austin Water has completed construction of the new North Austin Reservoir and Pump Station, replacing the city’s 110-year-old reservoir with an upgraded facility capable of holding 8 million gallons and pumping 50 million gallons of water per day.
EPA earmarks $3 billion to accelerate lead pipe replacements nationwide
The EPA has announced $3 billion in new State Revolving Fund (SRF) dollars to accelerate removal of lead service lines nationwide, along with $1.1 billion in redistributed unused funds. Updated inventories show roughly 4 million remaining lead pipes—far fewer than previously estimated—allowing states to target replacements more efficiently.
Swampy installation didn't bog down Petro Plant's water supply pipeline rehab
Not even a swampy bog, buildings or deeply buried gas and water lines could stop a major Canadian oil producer from quickly rehabilitating a 4,000-foot-long deteriorated water supply line. The solution for installing the desperately needed new pipeline was to go deep using trenchless technology and a composite high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe.
Final pipe installed on $640 million Queensland water pipeline linking Fitzroy River to Gladstone
The final pipe has been installed on Queensland’s 73-mile Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline, a $640 million U.S. project to secure long-term water supplies for Central Queensland. Water is expected to begin flowing in 2026.
Nueces River Authority plans 178-mile pipeline, desalination project for South Texas
To meet growing demand across 22 counties, the Nueces River Authority is developing a Gulf Coast desalination plant on Harbor Island and a 178-mile conveyance pipeline expected to deliver up to 450 million gallons of water per day to South Texas by 2029.
Jacobs to lead $200 million infrastructure program supporting El Paso regional growth
Jacobs has been selected by El Paso Water to manage a major $200 million infrastructure development program near El Paso International Airport and Fort Bliss. The multi-phase effort will plan and deliver new water, wastewater and stormwater systems across 4,500 acres to support regional growth, expand service capacity, and strengthen long-term resilience.
Jacobs sees robust infrastructure pipeline after posting strong FY25 earnings
Jacobs closed fiscal 2025 with strong revenue growth, rising margins, and a record $23.1 billion backlog driven by demand across water, energy, transportation and advanced facilities markets. The company expects continued infrastructure momentum into 2026, with higher earnings and free cash flow on the horizon.
Arkansas approves $154 million for statewide water, wastewater upgrades
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced nearly $154 million in new funding to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure in 52 communities.
California groundwater agency seeks $5 million in federal funding for 50-mile pipeline project
The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority is seeking $5 million in federal funding as part of a $200 million plan to build a 50-mile water pipeline connecting Ridgecrest, Calif., to the State Water Project. The project aims to stabilize groundwater supplies and meet long-term sustainability goals under California’s SGMA program.
North Texas begins 11-mile Cedar Creek pipeline overhaul to prevent PCCP failures
Tarrant Regional Water District has kicked off a major upgrade to North Texas’ raw water system, replacing 11 miles of aging PCCP with 90–102 inch welded steel pipe between Mansfield and Midlothian. The $155 million Cedar Creek Section 2 project aims to prevent future failures, boost capacity and strengthen regional water reliability through 2028.
PFAS contamination could cost Wisconsin billions in water infrastructure repairs, state says
Wisconsin regulators say PFAS contamination could cost billions to clean up, driving major water system upgrades and raising questions over liability and funding.
Savannah proposes tier-based stormwater fee to fund aging infrastructure upgrades
Savannah, Georgia, is proposing a tier-based stormwater fee system to fund drainage and flood-control upgrades. The plan ties costs to property runoff potential, supporting long-term maintenance and infrastructure improvements across the city’s aging stormwater network.
Galveston begins major drainage upgrade to curb mid-island flooding
Construction is underway on Galveston’s South Shore Drainage Project, which includes new stormwater infrastructure and a pump station at Offatts Bayou to reduce neighborhood flooding during high tides and major rainstorms.
Kansas City advances $150 million water infrastructure program with CIS partnership
CIS is partnering with the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, to deliver $150 million in stormwater, sewer separation, and green infrastructure projects. The program aims to reduce flooding, improve water quality, and create local workforce and economic development opportunities.
After 62 years, NYC's third water tunnel nears completion
New York City’s $6 billion Water Tunnel No. 3, under construction since 1970, is nearing completion. When finished in 2032, the 60-mile tunnel will deliver water to all five boroughs, providing critical redundancy and reliability for the city’s century-old water infrastructure.
Pittsburgh’s $193 million ABC Project targets critical underground water infrastructure
Pittsburgh Water has launched its $193 million “ABC Project” to modernize key pump stations and replace century-old underground infrastructure. The plan includes upgrades to the Aspinwall and Bruecken stations and a new Clearwell Bypass system, aiming to boost water reliability and create over 1,000 regional jobs by 2029.
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.
Texas voters approve $20 billion investment in water infrastructure upgrades
Texas voters approved a $20 billion water infrastructure plan to repair aging pipes, upgrade treatment facilities, and secure long-term water supplies across the state — the largest investment of its kind in Texas history.
Texas directs $223 million to rural water infrastructure upgrades as voters weigh new $20 billion funding plan
Texas has invested $223 million from its water fund into more than 40 rural infrastructure projects, including new wells, storage tanks, and system repairs. As voters prepare to decide on a $20 billion expansion under Proposition 4, officials call for transparency and continued funding to address statewide water shortages.
Navajo-Gallup project brings long-awaited water infrastructure to New Mexico
The Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project is bringing long-awaited clean water infrastructure to Navajo Nation communities in New Mexico and Arizona. The $143 million project includes more than 35 miles of pipeline, multiple HDD crossings, and new storage tanks, with completion targeted for 2029.
Mexico accelerates $6.7 billion water infrastructure plan amid U.S. water disputes
Mexico is fast-tracking more than $6.7 billion in water infrastructure projects to address severe droughts and rising tensions with the United States over shared water resources.
U.S. water reuse boom to fuel $47 billion in infrastructure spending through 2035
Water reuse projects are projected to drive $47 billion in U.S. infrastructure investment through 2035, according to Bluefield Research, with growing adoption of potable reuse and industrial partnerships reshaping future water systems.
- 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