West Virginia American Water launches 1,360-foot pipeline upgrade in Cross Lanes
(UI) — West Virginia American Water has begun a $460,000 project to replace 1,360 feet of water main along Greywood Drive in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, aiming to improve local water service reliability.
The construction work, which started in late October, includes replacing outdated 6-inch and 2-inch pipes from Wick Lane to Ridgecross Drive.
This upgrade project, expected to finish by the end of December, involves weekday construction between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with traffic restrictions in place during work hours. Once completed, the project will connect all customer service lines to the new main, enhancing service stability and reducing the likelihood of future disruptions.
"These infrastructure upgrades are an important investment in public health and safety," the company noted, emphasizing that the improvements also contribute to local economies. Studies show that for every $1 million invested in water infrastructure, approximately 15 jobs are created.
Over the past decade, West Virginia American Water has invested over $736 million in statewide upgrades, including the installation of 168 miles of new water mains. The company’s interactive upgrade map provides updates on these ongoing infrastructure projects.
During the project, residents may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water, or reduced water pressure, with crews working efficiently to minimize these inconveniences.
Related News
From Archive
- Tunnel boring machine ‘Clack-A-Mole’ nears one-third completion in Oregon outfall project
- Explosion in underground PG&E vault leaves one dead in Richmond, Calif.
- Sinkhole in Texas town accrues over $800,000 in sewer rehabilitation costs
- Water and Sewer Damage Awareness Week highlights infrastructure challenges
- Duke Energy undergrounds 48% of Florida power lines with plans to expand as hurricane season peaks
- Wisconsin proposes new PFAS drinking water standards to align with federal rules
- Elgin, Ill., joins EPA drinking water initiative to accelerate lead pipe replacement
- Dog River pipeline replacement in Oregon improves water supply with new HDPE pipe
- New Portable Welding System From Miller
- GasTracker Accurately Locates Plastic Gas Pipes
Comments