Water
Sewage spill shuts down California beaches
Nearly 50,000 gallons of raw sewage spilled near Newport Bay caused beach closures on Feb. 21 and will remain closed until water quality meets acceptable standards.
Georgia governor awards $422M for water and sewer projects
The governor of Georgia awards $422 million from COVID-19 relief funds to focus on water and wastewater projects in rural areas.
Federal auditors probe EPA handling of city’s lead-tainted water
An investigation was announced of how the government handled lead contamination in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
New Jersey American Water launches interactive webpage to educate about lead service lines
New Jersey American Water launches an interactive map and webpage to help educate customers about lead service lines.
Michigan counties form water infrastructure partnership
Three Michigan counties near Detroit agreed to establish a group to tackle water infrastructure challenges.
Experts review water release from Japan nuclear plant
Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency are reviewing treated wastewater that was released into the ocean.
New Jersey notifies properties to replace lead water pipes
Several New Jersey residents will be notified that their water pipes will be replaced over the next decade.
Some Pennsylvania residents still challenged by polluted water
Residents still face polluted water years after a gas driller was charged with fouling aquifers.
Kentucky county’s troubled water district increasing rates
Frankfort county in Kentucky will be increasing water bills beginning in April.
Hercules introduces Shutout manhole lubricant, sealant
A new product called, Shutout, prevents inflow and lubricates manhole covers for easier removal.
Marijuana bill spurs water rights debate in arid New Mexico
A new bill causes debates over water rights requirements and the illegal use of water.
Officials say Florida plan has fed manatees 25 tons of lettuce
After water pollution caused a decline in the manatees' primary food source, a feeding program has now provided more than 25 tons of lettuce.
Mississippi replaces faulty water meters in Jackson
Jackson officials try to correct a problem with the water system by replacing the water meters.
Tests show high levels of lead in Maine schools water supply
Testing of the water supply in Lewiston schools shows high levels of lead in about a third of water sources.
Officials OK water in Hawaii neighborhood after leak
Water is safe to drink for residents of a Pearl Harbor neighborhood over two months after a leak from a Navy storage tank contaminated the area's water supply.
Indiana steel mill agrees to pay $3M, improve wastewater system
ArcelorMittal USA agrees to pay $3 million and improve the company's wastewater system more than two years after discharge killed fish and closed beaches.
IAEA reviews water release from damaged Japan nuclear plant
A team reviews Japan's plan to begin releasing treated radioactive water into the sea.
Kentucky receives $4M for water projects
Hardin County receives $4 million to upgrade aging water and wastewater systems.
Trial will test contractors' liability for Flint water crisis
Jury selection will begin for a trial to determine if engineering contractors bear responsibility for lead-contaminated water in Flint.
South Carolina Senate to discuss aid for water, fiber upgrades
The South Carolina Senate will debate how to allocate federal spending money with proposed spending for water, sewer, and broadband upgrades.
Austin’s water director resigns after another boil order
The water director in Austin, TX resigns after employee mistakes cause a boil water notice for three days.
Mississippi investing nearly $25M in site development
Mississippi invests in site development including improvements to water and sewer systems.
EU slams plan to expand water use near Spain’s Doñana park
The European Union criticizes a plan to expand irrigation rights for farmers near wetlands in Spain because it will endanger wildlife in the area.
Nebraska regulators endorse $500M proposed Colorado canal
Regulators in Nebraska endorse a proposed canal in Colorado to increase water supply to the state's residents.
Water main break in Pennsylvania causes flooding and evacuations
A water main break in Philadelphia sent water gushing into the streets and some basements of the southwest section of the city.
Mississippi ex-employee pleads guilty to taking water payment money
A small-town Mississippi ex-employee pleads guilty to taking money from the town's water department.
A $65M settlement is approved for polluted water lawsuit
A New York judge approved a settlement with three companies over water supply contamination.
U.S. Navy faces poisonous leak crisis in Hawaii's water supply
Over 5,900 Hawaii residents, many who are military families, are sick due to a poisonous leak that was caused by a Navy fuel tank.
Biden solicitor swings mineral rights title back to tribes
A released memorandum states that the mineral rights under the original Missouri River riverbed belong to a North Dakota tribal nation.
Idaho plan seeks $300 million for water treatment systems
Idaho officials propose $300 million to upgrade drinking water and wastewater treatment systems across the state.
- 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
- Two workers rescued after hours trapped in Mich. trench collapse
- Trump calls for Keystone XL pipeline revival, but developer has moved on
- 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