Water
Flooding submerges pumps, cuts water supply for thousands in Georgia
It’s the second time in recent years that some Summerville residents have gone without clean water. In 2020, the city advised residents not to drink the water, although they could still use it for other things, after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency found high levels of some chemicals.
Court upholds block on 72-mile pipeline, halting 40 million gallons of water to Colorado residents
(UC) — The Colorado Court of Appeals has upheld Larimer County’s decision to deny the permit tied to the construction of a 72-mile pipeline meant to funnel water from the Cache La Poudre River to residents in Denver, Colorado, the Denver Post reported last week.
Pipe repair forces ban on watering in some LA County areas
A 15-day ban on outdoor watering went into effect Tuesday in parts of Los Angeles County so that repairs can be made to a major pipeline that delivers Colorado River water to seven cities and four local water districts.
Explainer: Mississippi capital’s water infrastructure problems extensive
Mississippi’s capital city is struggling with the near collapse of its water system, prompting emergency declarations from President Joe Biden and Gov. Tate Reeves.
4 families sue US over Navy jet fuel-tainted tap water in Hawaii
The U.S. Navy “harbored toxic secrets” when jet fuel contaminated drinking water for 93,000 military members and civilians in Hawaii, according to a lawsuit filed by four families who say they’re still suffering from seizures, gastrointestinal disorders and neurological issues.
Water company fined for violating drinking water regulations at Oxford treatment plant
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has assessed a $13,500 penalty to the Aquarion Water Company for violating drinking water regulations at its Oxford water treatment plant after a customer notified MassDEP of "slippery" water while showering, resulting in a skin rash.
Jackson water crisis forces residents to find alternatives
Beyond addressing the immediate crisis, Biden said he wants to provide federal support for the long-term effort to rebuild Jackson’s aging water infrastructure, which has been unreliable for years.
Mississippi capital: Water everywhere, but none to drink
Mississippi’s capital city is grappling with multiple water problems — there’s been too much on the ground after heavy rainfall in the past week, and not enough safe water coming through the pipes for people to use.
Water pipeline repair requires ban on LA County outdoor watering
The pipeline, called the Upper Feeder, will be shut down Sept. 6-20. A leak was discovered in April and a temporary fix was put in place while Metropolitan fabricated parts for a longer-term repair.
West Virginia receives $75 million grant to improve drinking water, wastewater systems
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a $75 million award for critical infrastructure improvements in West Virginia’s Greenbrier County to support clean drinking water and sanitary wastewater systems.
Vermont to use $200 million in federal funds to restore aging water infrastructure
(UC) — Governor Phil Scott and Agency of Natural Resources Secretary Julie Moore on Tuesday visited the Royalton Water Treatment Facility project and highlighted the substantial investments secured this year in water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure, and climate resiliency.
Flooding worsens water infrastructure crisis in Mississippi capital
Mississippi's governor declared a state of emergency after excessive rainfall worsened problems in one of Jackson’s already troubled water-treatment plants. The problems are causing low water pressure through much of the city.
California counties divvy up $40 million drought grant for water infrastructure upgrades
In an effort to help small communities address water supply challenges amid the drought crisis in the state, California's Department of Water Resources has awarded $40 million to 15 projects to make pipeline replacements and other infrastructure upgrades to improve water resilience and water quality.
Cities unable to access underground lead pipes to miss out on funding for upgrades
In many cities, no one knows where the lead pipes lie underground, so that means as billions of dollars in new federal funding becomes available to address the problem, some places are in a better position than others to quickly apply for funds and start digging.
EPA official tours Flint’s upgraded water infrastructure
Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 administrator Debra Shore visited Flint, Michigan, this week to inspect the city’s upgraded water infrastructure.
Jacobs to design infrastructure for Ireland’s $1.5 billion wastewater program
Jacobs has been selected as a design consultant for Northern Ireland Water's Major Project Partnership Framework, a $1.5 billion capital program set to deliver large-scale water and wastewater projects across Northern Ireland.
Arkansas water utility votes to proceed with sewer expansion project in Desha County
The Southside Public Water Authority Board of Directors recently voted to proceed with construction of a wastewater expansion project that will provide sewer to customers along Highway 25/14 and Fred St. in Desha County, Arkansas.
Underground water system faces contamination due to Mexican train project
Mexico’s ambitious Maya Train project is supposed to bring development to the Yucatan Peninsula, but along the country’s Caribbean coast the Indigenous Mayan people fear the project will pollute the fragile underground cave systems that supplies the community with water.
Water crisis looms without big cuts to over-tapped Colorado River
The cuts would force hard decisions about who has to live with less. Water bills could rise as states tap other sources and adopt technology such as wastewater recycling to make up the difference.
Marine Corps, EPA partner to improve stormwater management in Hawaii
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered an agreement with the U.S. Marine Corps to make improvements related to stormwater discharges at the Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH) located on the Mokapu Peninsula of Kaneohe, Oahu.
Missouri American Water invests $5 million to replace 1930s water mains in Affton
The company is upgrading the aging 8- and 12-inch cast-iron water mains that were installed in the 1930s with new 12-inch and 16-inch ductile iron mains.
Car swallowed by sinkhole caused by water main break in Boston
A break in a 20-inch (51-centimeter) water main in Boston sent water rushing down a city street, formed a sinkhole that swallowed a vehicle, and flooded area basements, city officials said.
Judge declares mistrial in engineers' Flint water trial
A judge declared a mistrial Thursday after jurors said they couldn't reach a unanimous verdict in a dispute over whether two engineering firms should bear some responsibility for Flint's lead-contaminated water.
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Tampa Planning $200 Million Water Infrastructure Repair Project, Detroit-area Utility Denies Responsibility for 2021 Storm Flooding, ASCE Publishes Updated Utility Standards, Navajo Leaders Finalize Plans for $215 Million in Water Improvements and more.
Pressure mounts to fix water issues in Mississippi capital
A business group and one of Mississippi’s largest unions have issued separate statements urging renewed action to address Jackson’s “water crisis.”
Kalamazoo, Mich., receives $1 million grant to replace lead water lines
The city of Kalamazoo has been awarded a $1 million grant to support the continuation of a proactive annual capital improvement program to replace lead service lines that have been in place for more than 20 years, MLive Michigan reported on Tuesday.
Infrastructure damaged by war heightens water crisis for Ukrainian city
Fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces near the key city in the Donetsk region has damaged vital infrastructure that has cut residents off from gas and water for months.
Massachusetts town votes to replace aging water line following complaints
The Select Board for a town in Massachusetts recently voted 3-0 to appropriate $448,000 for work to replace an aging water line that has been the source of complaints from Hadley residents, the Amherst Bulletin reported on Monday.
Missouri city officials set to begin construction on new water pipeline in winter
This winter, a Missouri utility company will begin construction on a new five-mile water pipeline that will supply Eureka with water from a St. Louis County system, according to KTVI Fox 2 News.
EPA issues guidance to help communities locate dangerous lead water pipes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is releasing guidance that will help communities and water utilities identify lead pipes that connect drinking water service to homes and other buildings.
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- 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