Water
Louisiana City Kicks Off $36 Million Drinking Water Renovation
Shreveport, Louisiana starts its $36 million drinking water renovation to improve the city's overall infrastructure.
Resort Wants to Use Treated Wastewater to Supplement Snow
A ski resort in Montana wants to turn sewage into snow for ski slopes which raises questions among wastewater treatment leaders.
Excavation Complete on NEBT Project in Washington, D.C.
The excavation of a $580 million project in Washington, D.C. is now complete.
EPA: Jackson Water Safe to Drink, Despite System Problems
The Environmental Protection Agency say Jackson, Mis. residents are cleared to drink city water but the system still needs improvements.
EPA Awards Grants for Beach Water Monitoring, Notifications
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will be awarding grants for beach water monitoring in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.
Sinkhole Drains Much of the Water Out of St. Louis-Area Lake
A massive sinkhole in a man-made lake in Missouri has resulted in a significant drop in water levels.
Idaho Eyes Sewer, Water, Broadband with Federal Rescue Money
Idaho will receive $1.1 billion in the latest round of coronavirus relief money which will go toward water, sewer and broadband infrastructure in the state.
8 Years After Sandy, $230M New Jersey Flood Plan Gets Kickoff
A $230M flood plan will soon be underway in Hoboken, NJ.
Flushable Wipes and Other Items Clogged Anchorage Sewage System
Flushable wipes and other items have clogged Anchorage's city sewer system.
South Dakota City Approves Study on Transporting Missouri River Water
A city in northeastern South Dakota approves a study to possibly bring water from the Missouri River into the city's water treatment system.
Dayton Sues Air Base, Defense Department for Water Pollution
The city of Dayton sues for water contaminants that entered into the city's drinking water.
Jackson Lifts Boil-Water Order After Treatment Plant Fire
Jackson, Mississippi lifts its boil-water notice after a water treatment plant experienced an electrical fire causing water pressure to drop.
Brazil Privatizes Rio de Janeiro’s Water, Sewage Utility
Rio de Janeiro has decided to privatize its water and sewage utility after failing to fix systems.
Arizona Farmers to Bear Brunt of Cuts From Colorado River
A water shortage in Arizona is taking a massive hit on businesses that need the supply to fuel their business.
California Senate Proposes to Spend $3.4B on Drought
The California Senate proposed to spend $3.4 billion to provide assistance for a massive drought.
Water System Link Comes After State Curbs Pumping from Wells
A Charleston suburb has plans to build another connection to Charleston's water system to expand the available water supply.
Repairs to Michigan Wastewater Plant Could Top $15M
A Michigan wastewater plant could face $15.5 million in repairs.
Wastewater Discharge in Tampa Bay Could Fuel Algal Blooms
Wastewater discharge from a plant in Tampa Bay could cause a new outbreak of red tide algal blooms.
Plant Seeks Permit to Treat, Discharge Acidic Wastewater
A Louisiana plant applied for a permit to treat acidic wastewater and discharge the water into the Mississippi River.
Flagstaff Begins Adding Water Wells to Augment City’s Supply
Flagstaff, Arizona will soon have five new wells for the city's water supply.
DeSantis, Army Corps Reach Deal on Major Everglades Project
An agreement was signed to continue work on a key reservoir in the Florida Everglades.
Senate Backs Grading System for Louisiana Water Systems
The Louisiana Senate backs a proposal for a grading system for community water systems in the state.
Jackson Won’t Release Email About 2020 Water System Problems
The city of Jackson, Mississippi denied a public records request for an email related to the water treatment system in the city.
US West Prepares for Possible 1st Water Shortage Declaration
Arizona and Nevada could face a water shortage due to low levels in the water supply.
Proposal Would Start Grading of Louisiana’s Water Systems
A proposal in Louisiana would require community water systems to be graded for accountability.
Tunnel Boring Machine “MudHoney” Ready to Get to Work in Seattle
The Tunnel Boring Machine is now in use for a water quality project in Washington to prevent polluted water from entering multiple lakes and canals.
Florida to Close Leaky Wastewater Reservoir
Florida is planning to permanently close a leaky wastewater reservoir that was poured into Tampa Bay.
Tensions Rise in Oregon-California Line Water Battle
Droughts in Oregon and California are causing water allocation changes for water irrigation.
US Seeks Keep Critical Sectors Safe from Cyberattacks
Officials are looking into ways to protect critical industries from cyberattacks.
Kansas Water System Hacking Highlights Risks
A former utility worker hacked into a city water system tampering with cleaning procedures highlighting utility protection difficulties.
- Tunnel boring machine ‘Clack-A-Mole’ nears one-third completion in Oregon outfall project
- Texas A&M weighs underground transit plan with Elon Musk's Boring Co. to reduce campus traffic
- Lynchburg, Va., breaks ground on largest-ever Blackwater CSO tunnel project
- Wyo-Ben’s Max Gel, Max Bore HDD system boost drilling efficiency, performance
- Federal court halts permits for 32-mile Tennessee gas pipeline project
- Wisconsin proposes new PFAS drinking water standards to align with federal rules
- Elgin, Ill., joins EPA drinking water initiative to accelerate lead pipe replacement
- Dog River pipeline replacement in Oregon improves water supply with new HDPE pipe
- Leaking wastewater systems named top source of San Diego River contamination, study finds
- New Portable Welding System From Miller