Water Inspection
Newark resolves water crisis with service line replacement program
(UI) — As evidence mounted in the 1970s and 1980s about the detrimental effects of lead on the nervous system, Congress banned the use of lead in water pipes in 1986. By 1991, federal regulators began requiring water authorities to monitor lead levels in drinking water.
Pennsylvania American Water begins $1.3 million water line project in Ashley
Pennsylvania American Water has begun a $1.3 million project to upgrade more than 5,000 feet of aging water main in Ashley, Pennsylvania.
Georgetown, S.C., sues Fiber Industries over PFAS contamination in water supply
The lawsuit alleges these "forever chemicals" have infiltrated Georgetown's water and wastewater systems, requiring substantial upgrades to the city’s legacy treatment facilities, which cannot remove PFAS.
Montana’s drinking water earns ‘C’ while stormwater rated ‘D’ by engineering group
Montana’s infrastructure received a cumulative grade of C- in the 2024 Report Card for Montana’s Infrastructure, released by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The report highlights the challenges posed by aging systems, severe weather, and rapid population growth, affecting critical sectors like stormwater, energy, and broadband.
Biden-Harris administration invests $849 million in aging water infrastructure, drought resilience
The Biden-Harris administration has announced an $849 million investment to upgrade aging water delivery systems across the western United States, aiming to bolster drought resilience and improve water infrastructure.
Millions in the U.S. exposed to PFAS-contaminated groundwater, USGS finds
An estimated 71 to 95 million people across the Lower 48 states—more than 20% of the U.S. population—may rely on groundwater containing detectable levels of PFAS for their drinking water, according to a recent U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) study published on Oct. 24.
EPA launches initiative to combat PFAS in drinking water systems in disadvantaged communities
The initiative, part of the EPA's Water Technical Assistance (WaterTA) program, will provide no-cost technical assistance to help public drinking-water systems in 200 communities over the next three years.
McCarthy-Jacobs JV to expand groundwater desalination in Southern California
The project includes constructing new groundwater extraction wells and raw water pipelines to support the expanded desalter's operations.
California American Water replaces 3,000 feet of 100-year-old pipes in Carmel, boosting service and safety
California American Water has completed its water main replacement project on Dolores Street in Carmel, upgrading nearly 3,000 feet of 100-year-old pipes to enhance service reliability and safety.
Jacobs advances LA groundwater replenishment with new basin project
The basins will ensure a steady supply of treated water, which will be purified for reuse in groundwater replenishment. The basins are a key component of the Los Angeles Groundwater Replenishment Project, which is essential to increasing the city’s sustainable water supply.
EPA announces $3.6 billion investment in water infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to upgrade water infrastructure and ensure community safety.
EPA partners with Franklin Park, Ill., to speed up lead pipe replacement
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a new partnership with the Village of Franklin Park, Illinois, to help identify and replace lead drinking water pipes.
New York awards $435 million to boost water infrastructure across state
The grants, awarded by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), will back projects totaling over $1 billion. These initiatives will enhance water and wastewater systems, protect drinking water, and improve community resilience.
Clean water access expands for western tribal communities with new federal funding
The Department of the Interior announced an $82 million investment to improve access to clean drinking water for Tribal communities across the western United States.
Illinois American Water invests $34 million in Alton water and wastewater upgrades
Illinois American Water is ramping up its investment in water and wastewater infrastructure in the Alton District, committing over $34 million in the past two years.
Perdue AgriBusiness and Maryland officials investigate PFAS in Salisbury groundwater
Groundwater tests at the Perdue AgriBusiness facility in Salisbury, Maryland, have detected elevated levels of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), commonly known as "forever chemicals."
Modular Water Systems completes key wastewater infrastructure upgrade in Pennsylvania
Water On Demand (WODI), a subsidiary of OriginClear, Inc., announced the successful delivery of its EveraMOD pump station package to a major wastewater upgrade project in Big Beaver Borough, Pennsylvania.
Lummus Technology expands PFAS detection and treatment services
Lummus Technology, a global leader in process technologies, has introduced new analytical services for detecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
EPA mandates lead pipe replacement within 10 years, allocates $44 million to New Jersey for clean water
The Biden-Harris Administration has introduced a new rule requiring U.S. water systems to replace all lead pipes within the next decade, aiming to reduce lead exposure and provide cleaner drinking water.
$3.6 million grant helps upgrade aging water system in Harbor Beach, Michigan
The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded a $3.6 million grant to Harbor Beach, Michigan, to improve its water infrastructure and support local manufacturing growth.
Water utilities race to complete lead line inventories as EPA deadline looms
As the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Oct. 16 deadline approaches, water utilities across the U.S. are scrambling to submit detailed inventories of lead service lines as required by the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Asheville, N.C., faces weeks-long recovery after Tropical Storm Helene damages water system
Asheville’s water system suffered severe damage from Tropical Storm Helene, disrupting treatment facilities and distribution lines. Washed-out roads are complicating repair efforts, with city officials warning it may take weeks to fully restore service to the area’s 94,000 residents.
Tyco reaches $750 million settlement in PFAS water contamination lawsuit
Tyco has agreed to pay $750 million, pending final court approval, to resolve claims that its products contaminated public water systems. The settlement is aimed at compensating affected water systems, including those with water sources that have tested positive for PFAS.
New Mexico launches AI-powered initiative to spot water leaks
New Mexico is teaming up with Google Public Sector and Woolpert Digital Innovations on a new initiative called Hydro Delta, which uses artificial intelligence to detect water leaks, many of which are hidden underground and difficult to identify.
Wisconsin proposes new PFAS drinking water standards to align with federal rules
The Environmental Protection Agency recently established new federal Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for PFAS, requiring states to adopt these standards to maintain regulatory control over their water systems.
Senator Joe Manchin backs Pickaway waterline extension in West Virginia's Monroe County
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin has announced new funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to extend the Pickaway waterline in Monroe County, improving access to clean drinking water for residents of Union.
Ferguson Waterworks partners with AQS for nationwide leak detection solutions
Through this collaboration, Ferguson Waterworks will supply and maintain AQS’s advanced leak management systems for water supply networks, including both distribution and transmission lines.
EPA blames state for Jackson water crisis, cites inadequate oversight
The EPA has released a critical report highlighting the Mississippi State Department of Health’s failures in overseeing Jackson’s water system, which contributed to the 2022 water crisis impacting 150,000 residents.
Crown launches divisions for underground lead pipe inspection, remediation
Crown Electrokinetics Corp. has announced the formation of two new divisions, Element 82 and PE Pipelines, aimed at tackling the issue of lead pipes in drinking water systems.
Rochester, N.Y., begins $5 million lead service line replacement project
Construction has begun on a critical drinking water project in Rochester to replace 772 residential lead and galvanized water service lines.
- OSHA cites Florida contractors for trench safety violations at sewer and excavation sites
- Biden-Harris administration invests $849 million in aging water infrastructure, drought resilience
- Texas contractor penalized by OSHA for repeated trench safety violations
- West Virginia approves $67 million for water, sewer projects
- Mark Boyer named 2025 MVP of underground infrastructure industry