Water
Tennessee governor, commissioner McWhorter unveil $11 million in infrastructure planning grants
The IPG program supports utility systems in distressed counties and rural communities, offering funding for water and sewer system mapping, analysis, asset management, and regionalization studies.
20% of North American water pipelines are beyond useful lives, report finds
Over 800 utilities were surveyed and almost 400,000 miles of pipe data were analyzed, representing 17% of the estimated 2.3 million miles of water mains in the United States and Canada.
Texas launches $1 billion water fund as first step in addressing water woes
While Texas enjoys a significant budget surplus, its water woes persist, underscoring the need for innovative solutions beyond mere financial injections. Recognizing this, lawmakers have established the Texas Water Fund, earmarking $1 billion for water infrastructure.
Wisconsin appeals court rules regulators must establish PFAS restrictions before mandating clean-up
Environmental regulators can’t unilaterally force polluters to clean up contamination from so-called forever chemicals without going through the Legislature to establish specific limits on the compounds, a state appellate court ruled Wednesday.
States in Colorado River Basin clash over strategies amidst water shortages
The seven U.S. states that draw water from the Colorado River basin are suggesting new ways to determine how the increasingly scarce resource is divvied up when the river can’t provide what it historically promised.
Arkansas governor allocates $42 million for water infrastructure projects
In a move to bolster Arkansas' water infrastructure, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced more than $42 million in financial assistance for six water and wastewater projects across the state.
Cadiz to convert California gas pipeline to carry water with $20 million loan
Cadiz anticipates project design, engineering and development of the Northern Pipeline will take place in 2024, with construction beginning in 2025 and commencement of water delivery as early as 2026.
Sterling to build new sewer, water infrastructure for two highway projects in Nevada
The $49 million NDOT 3996 Lohantan project involves 17 miles of highway widening and new drainage systems. The $29 million NDOT 4501 Tonopah project involves 15 miles of highway widening and new water and sewer facilities.
Montana's Kalispell water system uncovers PFAS contamination, public notification issued
The Kalispell public water system has discovered per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in two out of its eleven drinking source water well sites. While PFAS is currently not regulated, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued health advisories concerning its potential risks.
Trillions of gallons of water lost every year from aging infrastructure in shrinking U.S. cities
Across the U.S., trillions of gallons of drinking water are lost every year, especially from decrepit systems in communities struggling with significant population loss and industrial decline that leave behind poorer residents, vacant neighborhoods and too-large water systems that are difficult to maintain.
Arizona’s Senate has passed a plan to manage rural groundwater, but final success is uncertain
A plan to manage rural groundwater passed Arizona’s Republican-controlled Senate on Thursday amid growing concerns about the availability of sufficient water for future generations in the arid Southwestern state.
Saskatchewan receives $51 million investment for water, wastewater infrastructure upgrades
Communities throughout the Canadian province of Saskatchewan are set to undergo crucial upgrades to their water and wastewater infrastructure thanks to a joint investment exceeding $51 million from the federal and provincial governments.
Arkansas secures $53.1 million for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater upgrades
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $53.1 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda for Arkansas to implement drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades.
NYC completes water, sewer infrastructure upgrades $1 million under budget
Over 1,300 feet of new storm sewers of up to three feet in diameter were installed to help carry out excess rainwater from the area. Over 3,600 feet of cast iron distribution water mains and a total of 1,032 feet of 10-inch sanitary sewers were upgraded to increase capacity.
Native American tribe close to settling Colorado River water rights claim in Arizona
About one-third of the homes on the Navajo Nation do not have running water. Infrastructure projects outlined by the Navajo Nation include a $1.7 billion pipeline to deliver water from Lake Powell to tribal communities. The caveat being that there is no guarantee that Congress will provide the funding.
Leander, Texas, water treatment plant undergoes shutdown for underwater pipeline repairs
The Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA) water treatment plant was shut down Monday morning for necessary repairs to replace approximately 1,400 feet of underwater pipeline. Scheduled intensive construction work on the pipeline is set to commence Wednesday, Feb. 28.
Manchin secures $3 million for Berkeley County, W.Va., water infrastructure upgrades
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has announced $3 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the Berkeley County Public Service Water District to expand clean drinking water capacity in southern Berkeley County.
Evers again asks Wisconsin Republicans to release $125 million to combat forever chemicals pollution
Republicans who control the Legislature’s powerful finance committee refused to budge, raising the possibility that the money will go unspent indefinitely as municipalities across the state struggle with PFAS contamination in their groundwater.
California receives $74 million WIFIA loan to reduce groundwater reliance in Santa Cruz
The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency will modify a naturally occurring lake to create a new seasonal surface water source and upgrade the existing filter plant and construct a pump station, recharge basin, and associated pipeline.
New Jersey American Water invested over $507 million to upgrade water infrastructure state-wide in 2023
Each year, New Jersey American Water invests millions of dollars in its infrastructure, which includes both maintenance and upgrades to its treatment and distribution, or pipeline, systems. This includes investments into treatment plants, tanks, pump stations, miles of pipe, water mains, fire hydrants and metering equipment.
Lake Como, N.J., takes bold steps towards resolving water utility concerns
Despite a less-than-ideal offer from New Jersey American Water, Lake Como invested millions in upgrading its water system to address the immediate crisis. However, this decision led to increased water costs for residents to repay the loans taken out for the project.
Louisiana secures $69.4 million for upgrading drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded Louisiana $69.4 million from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to implement drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades.
Biden administration allocates $43 million for New Mexico water infrastructure upgrades
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $42.95 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda for New Mexico to implement drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades.
Texas wins nearly $359 million to upgrade water infrastructure across the state
Since 2022, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has injected $1,348,892,000 into water infrastructure projects across the state protecting public health, preserving water resources, and creating jobs.
Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority replaces over 18,000 lead service lines with federal infrastructure funding
Since PWSA began its effort to remove the risk of lead in drinking water in 2016, it has replaced over 10,800 public and over 7,600 private lead service lines.
North Carolina to invest $238 million in drinking water, wastewater, stormwater projects
North Carolina is set to allocate $238 million towards water infrastructure projects. The funding will support 114 projects aimed at improving drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
Over $770 million allocated for rural infrastructure projects, including water and internet upgrades
A significant portion of the funding, $644.2 million, is dedicated to bolstering rural utilities, enabling 158 projects to provide clean drinking water and wastewater systems for over 900,000 individuals.
USDA awards $30,000 to Carson, N.D., for water, sewer systems study
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development announced an award of $30,000 to Carson, North Dakota, to complete a study analyzing the city’s existing water and sewer systems.
California American Water bolsters drought-preparedness with underground aquifer replenishment initiative
This initiative captures excess winter flows from the Carmel River, strategically replenishing underground aquifers. ASR is made possible by a well, pump and booster station network along the Carmel River and the award-winning parallel pipeline and booster project California American Water installed along General Jim Moore Boulevard to transport ASR water.
EPA allocates over half a billion dollars for California water infrastructure upgrades
Almost half of this funding will be available as grants or principal forgiveness loans, ensuring funds reach disadvantaged and underserved communities most in need of investments in water infrastructure. This vital funding will support essential water infrastructure that protects public health and treasured water bodies across the state.
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