Water
EPA rebrands Biden-era water funding as MAHA initiative
The EPA is promoting billions of dollars for lead pipe replacement and PFAS cleanup under the Trump administration’s Make America Healthy Again initiative, though the funding originated under the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law.
American Water achieves utility resilience goal five years ahead of schedule
American Water has reached its utility resilience goal five years ahead of schedule, crediting infrastructure investments, emergency planning and workforce training as it prepares to invest $48 billion in water and wastewater system improvements over the next decade.
Cities warn of water infrastructure funding cliff as IIJA programs near expiration
Cities, utilities and water industry organizations are urging Congress to reauthorize key federal water infrastructure programs before enhanced funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act expires Sept. 30.
Oklahoma’s largest water project breaks ground on 100-mile pipeline
Construction has begun on a major segment of Oklahoma’s 100-mile Second Atoka Pipeline, a water infrastructure project designed to boost capacity, improve redundancy and support long-term growth.
Las Vegas advances multibillion-dollar water pipeline expansion
Southern Nevada officials are moving forward with a multibillion-dollar pipeline and pumping system designed to strengthen water reliability and emergency backup capacity across the Las Vegas valley.
Colorado fuel pipeline spill contaminates tribal groundwater near Animas River
A major gasoline pipeline leak on Southern Ute tribal land in Colorado has contaminated groundwater and raised concerns about aging pipeline infrastructure near the Animas River.
Federal review advances Mojave groundwater bank project
Federal review work is advancing on the proposed Mojave Groundwater Bank project in Southern California, which includes groundwater storage and pipeline infrastructure intended to strengthen long-term water supply reliability across the Southwest.
Miami-Dade launches water, sewer technology challenge focused on system optimization
Miami-Dade County is launching a new water and sewer technology challenge focused on system optimization, predictive maintenance and wastewater resource recovery as utilities continue modernizing aging infrastructure.
EPA proposes rollback of several PFAS drinking water rules
The EPA is proposing to rescind several PFAS drinking water regulations tied to GenX chemicals and other compounds while reconsidering future federal standards.
Melbourne water utility selects Stantec, Jacobs for infrastructure program
Stantec and Jacobs have been selected to support a five-year water and sewer infrastructure program tied to rapid population growth in western Melbourne, Australia.
$277 million investment targeted for California water infrastructure projects
California American Water plans to invest approximately $277 million in water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades in 2026, including water main replacement, storage tank projects and treatment system improvements across the state.
WSSC Water advances $1.9-billion infrastructure, affordability budget
WSSC Water has approved a $1.9-billion budget that includes major investments in aging water and sewer infrastructure, lead line replacement, smart meters and customer affordability programs.
Boynton Beach, Fla., drainage overhaul faces $20 million price tag
Boynton Beach officials are moving forward with a major stormwater infrastructure project in the Chapel Hill neighborhood as updated estimates push costs above $20 million.
Water utilities back EPA move to revise PFAS drinking water requirements
Major water utility groups are backing EPA proposals that would extend PFAS drinking water compliance deadlines, saying utilities need more time to plan and implement treatment infrastructure upgrades.
Cities report worsening conditions across aging water, sewer systems
A new National League of Cities report shows declining conditions across U.S. water and sewer infrastructure systems as municipalities face aging assets, rising costs and stricter regulations.
$124 million invested in W. Va. water, wastewater system upgrades
West Virginia American Water invested more than $124 million in water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades in 2025, including pipe replacement, treatment plant modernization and storage system improvements.
Eastern New Mexico secures $77 million for major rural water pipeline project
Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority has secured $77 million in federal funding to continue construction of a major rural water pipeline system tied to long-term regional supply needs.
Ontario invests $44 million in Niagara water, wastewater infrastructure upgrades
THOROLD, Ontario (UI) — The Ontario government is investing nearly $44 million in water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects across the Niagara Region as municipalities work to modernize aging systems and improve resilience during extreme weather events. ..
Michigan lawmakers push new fund for lead lines, stormwater projects
Michigan lawmakers are proposing a new Water Trust Fund aimed at creating a long-term funding source for lead line replacement, stormwater projects and other underground infrastructure repairs statewide.
North Chicago begins stormwater project targeting chronic flooding
North Chicago has started construction on a major stormwater detention basin and drainage improvement project designed to reduce chronic flooding and upgrade aging infrastructure.
50-year-old Michigan water main failure disrupts service across Oakland County
A major water main break in Oakland County, Mich., has triggered emergency declarations, boil water advisories and widespread service disruptions as crews work on repairs.
Canada ramps up water infrastructure upgrades as system losses grow
Canada is increasing investment in water and wastewater infrastructure as aging systems, climate pressures and growing water losses strain utilities nationwide.
California renews push for Delta tunnel, statewide water infrastructure projects
California is renewing its push for the Delta tunnel and other major water infrastructure projects as debates continue over cost, environmental impacts and long-term water reliability.
Texas water pipeline project faces questions over permitting authority
Corpus Christi’s major water pipeline project is moving forward as county officials question whether the city can proceed without formal local approval. The 13-mile pipeline is designed to boost water supply capacity and help delay additional drought-related restrictions.
Alaska village secures $70 million for first community-wide water, sewer system
An Alaska village is moving closer to its first community-wide water and sewer system after securing $70 million in federal funding for long-term sanitation infrastructure upgrades.
Pflugerville eases water restrictions as Texas raw waterline repairs advance
Pflugerville, Texas, is easing water restrictions as repairs progress on a damaged raw waterline and lake levels recover. The city is also completing construction of a secondary raw waterline designed to expand long-term supply capacity.
Zachry advances Trinity River Authority wastewater infrastructure upgrades
Zachry Construction is advancing a multi-year wastewater infrastructure project for the Trinity River Authority in Dallas. The work includes new containment facilities, piping, and system upgrades to improve treatment plant reliability.
Garney breaks ground on Tampa’s largest wastewater infrastructure project
Garney has broken ground on Tampa’s One Water Project, the largest wastewater infrastructure investment in county history. The project includes a new treatment facility, major lift station, and more than 20 miles of pipeline.
Water infrastructure needs top $2.1 trillion, AWWA report warns of funding gap
A new American Water Works Association report highlights a growing infrastructure funding gap, with utilities facing rising costs, aging systems and more than $2.1 trillion in long-term investment needs.
IHS allocates $700 million for tribal water, sewer infrastructure projects
The Indian Health Service is directing $700 million toward water and wastewater infrastructure projects across tribal communities, targeting improved access to basic services.
- OSHA investigates fatal trench collapse at Conroe construction site
- Final Lake Erie sewer tunnel project set to begin after decades-long $3 billion effort
- Oil pipeline struck during fiber optic construction spills into L.A. storm drains
- Fiber drilling strike triggers major sewer failure, lawsuits in Florida
- OSHA cites Alabama builder after fatal trench collapse
- Race Communications breaks ground on Bakersfield fiber network
- Final Lake Erie sewer tunnel project set to begin after decades-long $3 billion effort
- Inside Infrastructure: Utility locators warn of systemic failures in damage prevention process
- Senate passes PIPELINE Safety Act aimed at strengthening buried utility protection