Water
Private equity group backs Houston-based DLG Infrastructure Services in growth deal
Del Monte Capital has invested in Houston-based DLG Infrastructure Services, a fast-growing contractor focused on water, sewer and trenchless infrastructure, signaling continued private equity interest in municipal infrastructure services.
Texas city plans reclaimed water pipeline to boost supply amid drought
Kerrville, Texas, is advancing plans for a 1.6-mile reclaimed water pipeline to support indirect potable reuse, aiming to improve long-term water supply reliability as drought conditions persist.
Rising infrastructure costs threaten water affordability, AWWA report finds
A new AWWA report estimates U.S. drinking water systems will require up to $2.4 trillion in infrastructure investment by 2050, as rising costs, regulatory pressures and aging assets threaten affordability for millions of households.
EPA awards $610 million for 62-mile Illinois water transmission system
The EPA has approved a $610 million WIFIA loan to fund a 62-mile regional water transmission system in northeastern Illinois, enabling nearly 300,000 residents to transition from a declining aquifer to Lake Michigan.
Stormwater plan update highlights infrastructure gaps in Kalispell, Mont., system
An updated stormwater plan in Kalispell, Mont., found roughly one-third of the city’s pipes cannot handle a 10-year storm, prompting plans for upgrades to improve system capacity, reduce flooding and modernize aging infrastructure.
Pflugerville targets May shutdown to repair damaged raw water pipeline
Officials in Pflugerville, Texas, are advancing repairs on a damaged 30-inch raw water pipeline after multiple breaks disrupted supply, with Stage 3 restrictions still in place as crews prepare for a coordinated system shutdown.
$180 million drainage tunnel anchors $256 million California, Texas water projects
A $180 million drainage tunnel project in California leads $256 million in newly awarded water and wastewater infrastructure work, including flood control and treatment plant expansion.
Everett, Wash., considers $113-million water, sewer pipeline project to reduce overflows
Everett, Wash., is considering a $113 million water and sewer pipeline project to support the Port Gardner Storage Facility, aimed at reducing combined sewer overflows and improving stormwater management along a key waterfront corridor.
11-mile Texas pipeline replacement upgrades 72-in. PCCP to 102-in. steel
An 11-mile water pipeline replacement in North Texas is replacing aging 72-in. PCCP with 90-in. and 102-in. steel pipe, including tunneling under highways and rail lines.
Bureau of Reclamation expedites $120 million for Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project
The Bureau of Reclamation has expedited $120 million in funding for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project, a major water infrastructure system designed to deliver reliable drinking water to tribal and regional communities across the San Juan Basin.
NY's $250-million lead pipe replacement program raises procurement concerns
New York’s $250 million water infrastructure funding program for lead service line replacement is drawing industry scrutiny, with calls for open, material-neutral procurement to ensure cost-effective project delivery and faster removal of aging underground pipes.
Ohio Senate bill targets data center water use, shifts infrastructure costs to developers
Ohio lawmakers are advancing legislation that would require data centers to cover water and sewer infrastructure costs tied to their operations, while imposing limits on high-volume water withdrawals—raising new implications for municipal systems facing growing demand from AI-driven facilities.
Major water main break in Boston’s Jamaica Plain prompts repairs
A major water main break in Boston’s Jamaica Plain flooded streets and disrupted traffic after a 3-foot transmission pipe failed, prompting emergency repairs on aging underground infrastructure.
“One Big Beautiful Bill” funds $889 million in western pipeline, siphon and tunnel upgrades
Western water systems will see pipeline replacements, siphon repairs and tunnel work funded through the “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
California water pipeline project remains stalled in Kings County court battle
A 48-inch underground water pipeline project in Kings County, California, remains stalled as ongoing legal disputes and a CEQA lawsuit continue to delay construction and infrastructure development.
Harris County district begins trenchless water line replacement project
Harris County WCID 91 is launching a trenchless water line rehabilitation project across multiple streets to replace aging infrastructure and improve water service reliability.
Austin completes storm drain upgrade, greenbelt improvements along Williamson Creek
Austin officials have completed drainage upgrades and greenbelt improvements along Williamson Creek, including 1,600 feet of new storm drain designed to reduce flooding in southeast Austin.
New Orleans mayor demands action after water main break floods streets
A major water main break in Uptown New Orleans flooded streets and triggered a boil water advisory, prompting Mayor Helena Moreno to demand faster action from the Sewerage & Water Board and expanded inspections of aging underground water infrastructure.
New Orleans water main break floods homes, triggers widespread boil advisory
A major water main break in New Orleans flooded homes and forced boil water advisories across several neighborhoods, highlighting growing concerns over the city’s aging water transmission infrastructure.
Pipeline failure triggers water emergency in Central Texas
A pipeline failure has triggered a water emergency in Pflugerville, Texas, forcing officials to impose strict conservation measures while crews install a temporary pipeline to restore flow to Lake Pflugerville.
Aqua Pennsylvania acquires 40-mile water main system in Mercer County, Pa.
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed its $18 million acquisition of the Greenville Municipal Water Authority in Mercer County, Pa., adding a system with 40 miles of water mains serving more than 2,900 customers.
New Jersey borough moves to fund long-delayed water and sewer upgrades
Manasquan, N.J., has approved new infrastructure and conservation fees to help fund maintenance and upgrades to its aging municipal water and sewer systems after years of deferred investment.
Azuria expands water infrastructure platform with Waterline, Caliagua acquisitions
Azuria Water Solutions is expanding its water infrastructure platform with the acquisitions of Waterline Renewal Technologies and California-based contractor Caliagua, adding trenchless rehabilitation technologies, CIPP solutions and large-scale water and wastewater construction capabilities.
$17 million Turkey Gully drainage project targets flooding in Houston’s Greater Heights
Houston’s $16.9 million Turkey Gully Paving and Drainage Project in Shady Acres is nearing construction, with flood control improvements expected to reduce risk for hundreds of properties.
Severe winter drives water leaks and infrastructure stress in New York
Extreme winter conditions in Western New York have led to increased water main leaks, pavement cracking and rising municipal maintenance costs as freezing temperatures strain underground infrastructure systems.
Senate approves 40-mile Southern Nevada water pipeline beneath Sloan Canyon
The U.S. Senate has approved legislation authorizing a 40-mile Southern Nevada water pipeline beneath Sloan Canyon, a project aimed at improving water reliability for Henderson and the Las Vegas Valley.
Digital asset management tools target $39 billion in global non-revenue water losses
Advanced technologies including AI, digital twins, AMI and GIS are helping utilities reduce non-revenue water, improve leak detection and optimize hydraulic efficiency, according to a Xylem Vue report on water technology trends.
Dominican Republic, Jamaica lead Caribbean water infrastructure investment push
Caribbean nations including the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Jamaica are planning major water and wastewater infrastructure investments to address aging systems, drought pressures and growing potable water demand.
Municipal sewer and water spending projected to reach $26.9 billion in 2026
UI’s 29th Annual Municipal Sewer/Water Infrastructure Forecast projects $26.9 billion in 2026 spending as federal Infrastructure Bill funding winds down and cities continue aggressive project design and release plans.
GES acquires Environmental Controls to expand water, wastewater infrastructure solutions
Global Environmental Solutions has acquired Environmental Controls Company, expanding its national water infrastructure platform with floating cover technologies for reservoirs, stormwater systems and water and wastewater treatment facilities.
- 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
- Utility strike at center of Dallas explosion investigation
- 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
- $104 million Lynchburg, Va., tunnel nears breakthrough beneath Blackwater Creek