Sewer
Colorado's Wolf Creek Pass tunnel drainage project begins
The project involves upgrading the current drainage system beneath the eastbound lane, installing manholes for easier maintenance, and replacing damaged concrete panels. Delineators will also be added near the new drainage structures.
Michigan awards $267 million to rebuild state water infrastructure
Michigan has awarded over $267 million in grants to cities, villages, and townships across the state to improve water infrastructure and protect public health.
Tampa, Fla., modernizes stormwater infrastructure to combat flooding
The City of Tampa is modernizing its stormwater infrastructure to tackle increasing localized flooding in its coastal, low-lying areas.
Atlantic City reaches settlement with EPA for stormwater management violations
The city corrected the violations and will pay a $20,000 penalty. The city further agreed to a $60,000 project to make the system more resilient to the impacts of climate change.
Construction mishap releases thousands of gallons of sewage into Washington’s Lake Whatcom
A construction incident on Sept. 11 led to a sewage leak into Lake Whatcom, with estimates ranging between 25,000 and 50,000 gallons of raw sewage spilling into the water.
Aging sewer pipes to be replaced on Mercer Island, Enatai in Washington
The project will update pipelines that carry wastewater from the North Mercer Island pump station to the Sweyolocken pump station in Bellevue, ensuring reliable sewer service for at least 50 more years.
San Diego sewer upgrade nears completion, potholing to confirm underground utilities
Upcoming work will replace sewer mains and laterals on three streets in San Diego. Crews will also conduct potholing to verify the locations of underground pipes and utility lines.
Alabama earmarks $615 million of $2.1 billion ARPA funds for water, sewer infrastructure projects
Nearly $573 million of this has already been obligated to almost 500 projects, with additional agreements pending. Local governments are contributing $663 million in matching funds, bringing the total investment to over $1 billion.
Sinkhole in Texas town accrues over $800,000 in sewer rehabilitation costs
While emergency repairs cost over $30,000, the city identified even further damage, involving over 1,700 ft of iron pipe and 14 manholes. Now, SMC MUD is planning more sewer rehabilitation projects to prevent further emergency services.
Chautauqua Lake sewer expansion in New York to start this fall
The South and Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District has officially approved a $16.9 million bid by J.D. Northrup Construction Inc. to expand the sewer district from Stow to Prendergast Creek, on the south side of Chautauqua Institution.
Crews begin trenchless repair of 70-year-old sewer main in Lakeland, Fla.
The city of Lakeland Wastewater Collection Division has begun repairing a 70-year-old sewer main along North Crystal Lake Drive between Smithfield Avenue and Lowery Avenue.
Rhode Island launches statewide stormwater system upgrades with $3.2 million investment
These projects focus on improving stormwater management and reducing flooding in various Rhode Island towns like Middletown, Newport, Burrillville and others.
Lynchburg, Va., to begin sewer pipe root control maintenance, aiming to prevent overflows
Lynchburg Water Resources and contractor Duke’s will begin chemically treating roughly 9,000 feet of sanitary sewer pipes across the city on Sept. 3 to manage root intrusion.
Advanced Drainage Systems, Geoplast partner to distribute modular stormwater retention system
The Aquabox product line is designed to create flexible underground storage for stormwater retention, infiltration, disposal or harvesting for reuse.
Delaware to begin SR 1 drainage pipe replacement near Frederica
The Delaware Department of Transportation will start work on a drainage pipe replacement project on State Route 1 between Frederica and Milford on Sept. 3, weather permitting.
League City, Texas, advances major underground water, sewer upgrades with $308 million investment
League City, Texas, is investing $184 million to enhance its water system and $124 million for wastewater improvements as part of its Capital Improvement Program for FY2024-2028.
29 Lahaina properties gain access to county sewer for the first time
For the first time, 29 properties on Fleming Road in Lahaina will be able to connect to the County of Maui’s sewer service. This connection is made possible by a federal emergency sewer project tied to the Kilohana Temporary Group Housing site.
Repair work begins on damaged sewer line in Rexburg, Idaho, after construction incident
Rexburg officials have reported ongoing efforts to repair a damaged sewer line, which was struck by a contractor working on the U.S. Highway 20 project on Aug. 22.
New York State allocates $265 million for water and sewer upgrades, lead line inventory
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $265 million investment to enhance water and sewer infrastructure across New York State, focusing on identifying and replacing lead pipes to ensure safe drinking water.
Decatur, Ill., to replace 1,000-ft sewer main using horizontal directional drilling
The 10-inch cast iron pipe, installed in the 1950s, will be upgraded to a 14-inch PVC force main, increasing capacity and adding redundancy for the southeast side of Decatur and Mt. Zion.
Aquasight joins Google AI Academy infrastructure program to address U.S. water, wastewater challenges
Aquasight will gain access to tailored mentorship, advanced AI development, and strategic guidance from Google's experts. The goal is to refine and enhance Aquasight's AI and Digital Twin offerings, enabling the company to tackle pressing challenges in the water and wastewater utility industry nationwide.
Electro scan secures sewer assessment project in Jersey, Channel Islands
This assessment will identify leaks, cracks, and defects within the sewer network, providing crucial data for the Jersey government to make informed decisions on repairs and maintenance.
Philadelphia’s “green” stormwater infrastructure management under fire as sewer overflows increase
With the increasing intensity of storms, critics argue that Philadelphia's reliance on green infrastructure alone is proving insufficient. In contrast, cities like Milwaukee, Boston, and Alexandria are adopting a more balanced approach, combining green infrastructure with traditional gray infrastructure, such as underground pipes, tunnels, and holding tanks.
International report: Germany accelerates plans for energy development
Germany plans to actively accelerate the development and modernization of its underground energy infrastructure in the near future.
Parsons to oversee Manchester, N.H., $16 million Cemetery Brook Drain tunnel project
The $16 million contract, spanning three years, includes program and construction management services aimed at mitigating flood risks and eliminating combined sewer overflow (CSO) discharges into the Merrimack River.
Coastal Alabama to receive $30 million for sewer and stormwater improvements
Governor Kay Ivey has announced nearly $30 million in funding for sewer, stormwater, and water quality improvement projects in Coastal Alabama.
Patent pending for United Felts “one-of-a-kind” EnviroCure CIPP liner technology following re-launch
EnviroCure uses a unique impermeable polymer coating technology to create a barrier that prevents styrene emissions, meeting regulatory standards and significantly improving job site safety. The liner is designed for ease of installation using traditional methods, ensuring that it can be integrated seamlessly into existing operations without additional equipment or training.
ITpipes secures $20 million to transform water infrastructure management with AI, cloud solutions
ITpipes leverages AI and machine learning for automated condition assessment to provide quality inspection records for decision-making. ITpipes offers cloud-based tools housed in a single inspection repository. By leveraging Environmental Systems Research Institute mapping for visualization, these tools help cities transition from reactive to proactive pipeline planning.
New York City begins $52 million stormwater infrastructure upgrade to reduce flooding across Queens
This initiative focuses on replacing over 80-year-old water mains and enhancing the storm sewer system. Key components include the installation of nearly 1.5 miles of new storm sewers, 92 catch basins, 13 underground storm chambers, and the upgrading of 2 miles of water mains.
USACE starts Lahaina sewer project a year after deadly wildfire
The Lahaina Emergency Sewer System project will involve installing 1,000 linear feet of 12-inch sewer main along Malo Street and 1,500 linear feet of 8-inch sewer main along Fleming Rd.
- Trench collapse kills one construction worker in Houston, Texas
- 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
- Construction worker killed in trench collapse near Prosperity, S.C.
- Final construction phase kicks off for Indianapolis deep rock tunnel
- Texas contractor penalized by OSHA for repeated trench safety violations
- Trench collapse kills one construction worker in Houston, Texas
- Nevada OSHA fines Elon Musk's Boring Company over safety violations in Vegas tunnel project
- WES tunnel boring machine retrieved from Oregon river after seven-month project