Water
Honolulu Utility Shuts Well to Prevent Fuel Contamination
Honolulu’s water utility said Friday it shut off one of its wells so it doesn’t taint its own supply with petroleum from an underground aquifer it shares with the military.
Camarillo, Calif. Doubles Local Potable Water Supply as Desalter Plant Comes Online
The City of Camarillo, California, has announced the start-up and commissioning of its North Pleasant Valley Groundwater Desalter Plant, moving the city closer to a more self-reliant, affordable potable water future.
EPA Outlines $7.4 Billion for Water Infrastructure Headed to States
States, Native American tribes and U.S. territories will receive $7.4 billion in 2022 to improve water quality and access, the first installment from the infrastructure bill that President Joe Biden signed into law last month.
Benton Harbor Starts Accepting Bids to Replace Lead Pipes
A city in Michigan is accepting bids to replace lead pipes throughout the city.
Hawaii: Fuel Odor in Navy Water Prompts Over 100 Complaints
Water sample tests from the Navy’s water system at Pearl Harbor have so far been inconclusive after it received more than 100 complaints about fuel-like odor coming from tap water in the area.
2 Kentucky Cities, Utility Receive $2.7M for Water Projects
Two Kentucky cities and one utility are receiving $2.7 million for three sewer and water improvement projects.
Customers Would Get Refunds Under Settlement of Water Utility Case
Customers of an Arizona water utility would receive refunds in a settlement for unlawful rate increases.
New Lead Testing Method Could Reveal Higher Levels in Water
A new testing method for lead is showing an even higher number of contamination in community water samples.
Illinois Community Hopes for Federal Help with Flooding Woes
An Illinois community hopes that the federal infrastructure bill will help improve flooding and sewage issues in the area.
Study: Uranium Not High in Water Samples Around Grand Canyon
A study was conducted to better understand uranium levels near the Grand Canyon.
San Francisco Officials Call for 10% Reduction of Water Use
Officials in San Francisco declared a water shortage emergency and are asking customers to reduce water usage.
Mississippi Loses Supreme Court Water Fight with Tennessee
The Supreme Court rejected a claim that a Tennessee city is taking water from Mississippi through an underground aquifer.
Mississippi Leaders Approve Pay Hikes for Water System Workers
Jackson city leaders have approved a plan to increase pay for workers at its water plant.
Officials: Unsafe Levels of Chemical Found in Town’s Water
Water tests in Pittsboro, North Carolina show high levels of unsafe chemicals in the town's water system.
Water Main Break Closes Key Highway in Downtown San Diego
San Diego experienced a water main break that flooded a key highway into downtown.
Keystone Power Holdings Delivers More Solar Projects to Municipal Wastewater Sites in Illinois
Keystone Power Holdings delivers solar projects for wastewater treatment plants in Illinois.
New Mexico Governor Appoints Water, Infrastructure Advisers
The governor of New Mexico appointed three new advisors that will oversee infrastructure projects.
New Mexico Lawmakers Pressed to Make Water A Priority
New Mexico lawmakers are pressed to provide enough funding for state water management.
California Backslides on Water Conservation Amid Drought
California governor asked residents to reduce water last summer and studies show few people are doing that.
Many in Mississippi’s Capital Left with Little or No Water
Many residents in Jackson are warned to boil water because of low pressure in the city's aging water system.
New Water Lines to Homes with Contaminated Wells Completed
New water pipes have completed the installation process in Vermont.
Portland Switches to Emergency Water Supply
Portland switches to its emergency water supply system after a tree damaged a treatment plant.
Water Quality Grants Available to Vermont Farmers
Grant funding for Vermont farmers is designed to improve water quality.
UN Experts Review Plans for Release of Fukushima Plant Water
Experts are assessing preparations for the release of treated radioactive water from a Japanese nuclear plant.
As Cities Grow, Wastewater Recycling Gets Another Look
More cities are looking into ways to recycle wastewater.
Lawsuit Over Benton Harbor Water Seeks Class-Action Status
Michigan and local officials have been targeted in a lawsuit over high levels of lead in Benton Harbor’s drinking water.
New Mexico Water Chief Steps Down Over Lack of Resources
New Mexico's top water official submits his resignation over a lack of financial support to protect the state's water resources.
Tulane University Team to Study Water Pollution from Hurricane Ida
A Tulane researcher is conducting a study on how pollution spread by Hurricane Ida's floods and how it has affected water systems in south Louisiana.
Program to Help Benton Harbor Residents With Water Bills
Michigan residents in Benton Harbor will soon have access to a new program aimed to help eligible residents pay water and wastewater bills.
Judge OKs $626 Million Settlement in Flint Water Litigation
A $626 million settlement was approved for residents that found their tap water contaminated by lead.
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- 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