Sewer Rehabilitation

APM, SiShield partner to enhance sewer pipe and manhole protection

(UI) — APM, a leading sewer protective additive company in the United States, has entered an exclusive partnership with SiShield Technologies to bolster its ConShield products. These products offer enhanced protection against Microbial-Induced Corrosion (MIC) in sewer infrastructure.

Granite secures $45 million contract for Utah's SR-108 infrastructure upgrades

(UI) — Granite has been awarded $45 million to widen and improve State Route 108 in Utah. The project includes installing 10,000 linear feet of storm drainage systems, 2,000 linear feet of water main infrastructure, and 2,000 linear feet of sewer main improvements.

New Jersey American Water acquires Somerville sewer system, commits $9.5 million to upgrades

(UI) — New Jersey American Water has completed its acquisition of the Borough of Somerville, N.J.'s wastewater collection system for $7 million and has committed to invest $9.5 million in sewer system improvements in the next ten years.

D.C.'s $583 million sewer overflow prevention tunnel now active

(UI) — In a significant milestone for Washington, D.C.'s ambitious Clean Rivers Project, the $583 million Northeast Boundary Tunnel has officially gone into service, marking the completion of the largest segment in a five-part, $2.7 billion system aimed at combatting chronic sewer overflows throughout the city.

Orange Beach, Ala., completes $6.09 million sewer upgrade under RESTORE project

(UI) — The City of Orange Beach has announced the completion of a $6.09 million RESTORE project for the Orange Beach North Sewer Force Main Upgrade. Implementation of this project will prevent failures in the existing main and decrease the use of on-site septic systems.

GPRS launches new safety initiative to address aging water, wastewater infrastructure

(UI) — Ground Penetrating Radar Systems LLC (GPRS) has announced a new safety initiative designed to help municipalities and facilities regain control of their water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure. Water & Sewer Damage Awareness Week (WSDAW) will run Oct. 23-27, 2023.

REHAU achieves fourth consecutive gold certification for sewer pipe systems

(UI) — REHAU announced that it has achieved the prestigious Cradle to Cradle Certified Gold classification for its AWADUKT PP sewer pipe systems for the fourth consecutive time.

Federal grant boosts Detroit’s sewer infrastructure with $20 million investment

(UI) — FEMA has allocated a significant federal funding amount of $20 million for Detroit's Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood and Hamtramck. Notably, $11.2 million is earmarked specifically for replacing about 18,800 feet of combined sewer mains within Jefferson Chalmers.

Ruptured sewer pipe leads to 300,000-gallon sewage spill in Annapolis

(UI) — An incident involving a damaged sewer pipe has resulted in the release of around 300,000 gallons of sewage into a neighborhood in Annapolis, Maryland.

Kansas to receive $49.1 million to upgrade water, sanitary systems

(UI) — Within Kansas, the allocation includes a $6.4 million loan earmarked for the revitalization of water systems in Perry. This initiative will encompass the modernization and installation of approximately 24,000 feet of the collection system and around 15,000 feet of associated pipelines and equipment.

USDA invests $800 million to improve rural water infrastructure, rehabilitate lead pipes

(UI) — The Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a substantial investment of $808 million, led by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), to extend access to clean drinking water and sanitary wastewater systems across rural regions.

Houston and San Antonio face sewer, water struggles amid central US deadly heat wave

Deadly heat has gripped Texas for much of the summer and has now spread into other parts of the central U.S., where it is expected to persist for days. Triple-digit temperatures are buckling roads, straining water systems, and posing a threat to the power grid of the nation’s energy capital.

Kinston City Council greenlights Vernon Avenue sewer rehabilitation project

(UI) — This pivotal initiative, assigned to Herring Rivenbark Inc., aims to enhance the sewer system beneath Vernon Avenue, a prominent hub for Kinston's businesses and attractions.

East Canton clean water disconnection program addresses sewer capacity and growth

(UI) — To prevent a costly replacement of sewer infrastructure and potential rate hikes, the new program offers eligible sewer customers in East Canton, Ohio, financial assistance—covering up to 75% of the expenses—to disconnect clean water sources from their sanitary sewer connections.

Sewer line repair leads to 10,000-gallon wastewater spill in Florida’s Riviera Bay

(UI) — In Pinellas County, Florida, the municipality of St. Petersburg has reported an incident involving the discharge of around 10,000 gallons of wastewater into Riviera Bay while addressing a rupture in a sewer line.

Swift completion of New Orleans sewer repairs ends release of raw sewage into Mississippi River

(UI) — The New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board has successfully ceased the discharge of untreated sewage into the Mississippi River after accomplishing vital repairs to a 60-year-old, 60-inch sewer force main situated in the St. Roch neighborhood.

Tech Tips: Force main rehabilitation

(UI) — Force mains, also called rising mains in the United Kingdom, are low pressure pipelines that lift the sewage from one location to another by pumping the sewage under positive pressure.

EPA funds Wyoming's stormwater collection, sewer system upgrades

(UI) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has allocated funding from the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program to support Wyoming communities in addressing stormwater and sewer infrastructure needs.

Greenville, N.C., to pursue $166 million in stormwater, public works upgrades

Officials recommend spending nearly $2 million to upgrade the stormwater drainage system, which consists of 229 miles of pipe. According to Kirby, over 30% of the piping is over four decades old.

Three people found dead in Texas underground tank, sewer gas suspected as cause

On Thursday, a Texas sheriff reported that the underground tank had a "high level" of hydrogen sulfide when announcing that three individuals from Florida died in the cistern filled with sewer gas.

Governor Ivey pledges $67 million to 27 water and sewer projects across Alabama

(UI) — Governor Kay Ivey has unveiled a comprehensive plan for over $67 million in funding across 27 projects. These transformative initiatives, backed by the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006, are set to rejuvenate sewer infrastructure, elevate water quality standards, and enhance vital research and recreational access points.

Wisconsin governor greenlights funds for PFAS eradication in stormwater, sewer systems

(UI) — Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources have announced new funding available to help communities address per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in wastewater.

Joint project aims to enhance wastewater capacity, infrastructure in Ridgefield, Washington

(UI) — In a collaborative effort, the Port of Ridgefield, City of Ridgefield, and Clark Regional Wastewater District are teaming up for a joint project that aims to enhance wastewater capacity and infrastructure in Ridgefield, Washington.

Vortex Companies launch Vortex Tap Cutting Institute to improve sewer rehabilitation process

Located at the Vortex Products facility in Greenville, South Carolina, the Tap Cutting Institute features a fully functional robotics simulator to teach individuals how to cut taps without the risk of damaging pipe or liners.

Trenchless solutions for aging Orangeburg sewer pipes

Advanced pipe relining or pipe bursting services are available in many cases to reinforce or replace old pulp pipes with PVC while avoiding the expense and inconvenience of excavation.

Lynchburg, Va., plans $100 million tunnel project to conquer sewer overflow and CSO compliance

(UI) — The $100 million tunnel project is anticipated to be built using a tunnel boring machine. It will boast a completed diameter of approximately 12 feet, extend 4,700 feet in length, and rest 80 feet below ground.

Wyoming's Encampment commences phase one of sewer lagoon project

(UI) — The sewer lagoon project in Encampment, Wyoming, is currently in its first phase despite contractor delays earlier this summer. The project's first stage involves installing a screening device to catch any materials, such as wet wipes, before they reach the sewer lagoons.

Residents in Burlington, Vt., urged to conserve water after sewer pipe ruptures

(UI) — As crews get ready to mend a damaged pipe in the Winooski River, the city of Burlington is advising homeowners in a significant portion of the New North End to decrease the amount of water and garbage they discharge into the sewage system.

Pennsylvania utility to upgrade section of sewer line in Turbotville with PVC pipe

(UI) — PA American Water has announced a project to replace a problematic sewer main spanning 450 feet in Turbotville, Pennsylvania, which will commence this Friday.

Granite selected for $48 million flood control project in Texas

(UI) — Granite has been awarded an approximately $48 million contract to strengthen Wharton, Texas' flood defenses and minimize the impact of future flood events. The project will focus on storm sewer relief systems and stormwater management in the city.

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