Newburgh, N.Y., completes $31 million sewer project using microtunneling for underground pipeline
(UI) — Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the completion of the City of Newburgh’s North Interceptor Sewer Improvement Project, a critical initiative to protect the water quality of the Hudson River and enhance storm resiliency.
The $31 million project marks the first clean water infrastructure construction in New York State funded in part by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).
The project, supported by $28 million in grants and $3 million in interest-free financing, was funded through state and federal sources. Governor Hochul emphasized the importance of this investment, stating, "These upgrades are vital to protecting the environment and enhancing quality of life in Newburgh, and my administration will continue to work hard to help communities complete critical projects as affordably as possible."
In addition to $6 million from the BIL, the project received $15 million in state grants, a $5 million grant from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, a $3 million federal Community Grant, and $2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.
The construction involved installing 8,700 feet of new sewer pipes and other infrastructure upgrades to strengthen the city's ability to handle high water events and reduce pollution in the Hudson River. A key feature of the project was the use of microtunneling to install over 2,000 feet of underground pipeline, minimizing disruption to the community and speeding up the construction process.
The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) administered the federal funding in coordination with the Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Health. EFC has also secured $96 million in federal funding for eight other projects, as part of a record $2.2 billion clean water infrastructure investment for Fiscal Year 2024.
DEC Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar said the project "will have a lasting positive impact for local residents and the health of the Hudson River."
Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer highlighted the importance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in supporting the project, saying it will "help keep the Hudson River clean and increase protection against storms."
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