Water
Chinese hackers are determined to 'wreak havoc' on US critical infrastructure, FBI director warns
Chinese government hackers are busily targeting water treatment plants, the electrical grid, transportation systems and other critical infrastructure inside the United States, FBI Director Chris Wray told House lawmakers Wednesday in a fresh warning from Washington about Beijing's global ambitions.
North Carolina allocated $40 million to identify, replace lead service lines statewide
North Carolina’s Division of Water Infrastructure received $87 million of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s $15 billion for various water infrastructure projects across the state. Of the $87 million, over $40 million has been allocated via loans and grants to roughly 60 communities to find and replace lead service lines.
Illinois American Water files rate request driven by $557 million infrastructure investment
Investments in the rate request include the replacement of approximately 44 miles of aging water and wastewater pipelines and the upgrading of storage tanks, wells, pumping stations, hydrants, meters, wastewater plants, and more across the state.
Nevada high court empowers water authority to shape underground resource management
Nevada’s top water official has authority to decide how underground supplies are allocated, the state Supreme Court said last week, in a ruling that could kill a long-stalled proposal to build a sprawling master-planned city north of Las Vegas.
Milton, Del., residents overwhelmingly approve $6.2 million water projects in referendum
In a decisive mandate on Jan. 27, residents of Milton, Delaware, expressed overwhelming support for a referendum allowing the town to secure a $6.2 million loan for vital water infrastructure initiatives.
Pennsylvania's water infrastructure gets boost with $194 million investment
The federal funding supports 28 critical water projects in the state—addressing issues like lead pipe replacement, system rehabilitation, service upgrades, and environmental contamination reduction across drinking water, wastewater and stormwater.
Illinois EPA invests over $66 million in water infrastructure projects
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has recently announced a substantial investment of more than $66 million in various water infrastructure projects for the first half of fiscal year 2024.
New Jersey American Water files rate request to fund $1.3 billion water infrastructure investment
New Jersey American Water’s investment includes replacing or rehabilitating nearly 176 miles of aging water mains, replacement of aging, critical, large-diameter transmission mains and several large-scale pipeline replacement projects throughout the state to improve system reliability.
Rural Tennessee town restores water to 75% of residents a week after freeze damages infrastructure statewide
The cold caused the town’s pipes to freeze over and break, creating leaks that lowered water pressure and left many residents without running water. The cold exposed major problems with a water system that dates back to the 1950s, the mayor said.
Memphis lifts five-day boil water advisory following infrastructure failures brought on by deep freeze
Memphis’ water company lifted a boil-water advisory for more than 600,000 people Tuesday that was in place for five days due to freezing temperatures that caused pipes to break throughout the southern city.
Groundwater depletion accelerating across the globe, study finds
The declines were most notable in dry regions with extensive cropland, said researchers whose work was published Wednesday in the journal Nature. On the plus side: they found several examples of aquifers that were helped to recover by changes in policy or water management, they said.
New Mexico governor proposes $500 million to treat fracking wastewater
New Mexico has extensive underground reservoirs of salty water that have been of limited use. That brackish water is a crucial component in hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, and advanced drilling techniques that have helped turn New Mexico into the No. 2 oil production state in the U.S.
NGL Energy Partners unveils major boost to water infrastructure with LEX II pipeline expansion
The expansion encompasses the construction of a 27-mile, 30-inch diameter produced water pipeline.
Maryland's ambitious flood mitigation project set to break ground in Ellicott City
The Extended North Tunnel, designed to carry 26,000 gallons of stormwater per second through a mile-long, 18-foot diameter tunnel, is a crucial element in the multimillion-dollar initiative to mitigate flooding in Ellicott City, Maryland.
Memphis residents endure day 4 of water problems as freezing weather bursts pipes across the South
Memphis residents spent their fourth day boiling water for drinking as repair crews worked to fix broken pipes in hopes of easing the stress caused by a week of subfreezing temperatures, snow and ice in this southern city.
Advanced Drainage Systems and RMS form strategic alliance for stormwater solutions
This collaboration will drive further advancement of sustainable stormwater solutions throughout the United States and Canada.
Kentucky governor awards nearly $1 million in clean water funding to LaRue County
This funding specifically supports crucial water infrastructure projects, including the enlargement of a water main along East Leafdale Road for LaRue County Water District #1.
Tennessee grapples with frozen pipes as deadly arctic weather slams water systems
Memphis Light, Gas and Water was repairing 10 water main breaks on Sunday afternoon, and McGowen said he expects to see more as the ground continues to thaw. The utility said it previously repaired 41 broken water mains and located more than 4,000 leaks at homes and businesses.
Governor Hochul greenlights $78 million for crucial water infrastructure upgrades across New York
Governor Kathy Hochul has approved $78 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects in the Capital Region, Finger Lakes, New York City, North Country, Southern Tier and Western New York regions.
California court ruling could threaten key source of funding for disputed giant water tunnel project
A California judge says a nearly 65-year-old law does not give the state permission to borrow the billions of dollars it would need to build a large water project, a decision that could threaten a key source of funding for a controversial plan backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom to build a massive underground tunnel that would reroute a big part of the state’s supply.
St. Croix tap water still contains lead, copper contamination from corroded pipes
In its report, the EPA found that the water agency’s distribution system is more than 60 years old and deteriorating. Gregoire said federal funds are needed to replace the entire system because the water agency is allocated only $5 million to $7 million a year.
Minnesota governor unveils $119 million water infrastructure investment in 2024 infrastructure plan
In a groundbreaking move aimed at safeguarding the health and safety of Minnesotans, Governor Tim Walz revealed a comprehensive $119 million investment in water infrastructure as part of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor’s 2024 Infrastructure Plan.
Frigid temperatures, aging infrastructure cause water main breaks across North Texas
25 water main breaks have been reported since the winter storm hit the South on Monday. 10 of the breaks have been dealt with, while the others are still being assessed.
Mississippi officials confirm safety of Jackson’s water supply following E. coli alert
Mississippi health officials lifted their health advisory after a new round of test results did not find E. coli in Jackson’s supply. The announcement reverses the Mississippi Department of Health’s instructions on Jan. 11 for Jackson residents to boil their water before consuming it.
Albemarle, N.C., secures $17 million state funding for water and sewer upgrades
According to WSOC-TV, the city of Albemarle is set to enhance its water systems with a substantial $17 million funding allocation from the North Carolina State budget.
CIGMAT focuses on challenging research, technology transfer, information sharing
Established in 1984, at the University of Houston, the Center for Innovative Grouting Materials and Technology (CIGMAT) is dedicated to fostering improved understanding of grouting materials and their applications.
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California OKs new rules for turning wastewater into drinking water; CGA’s DIRT report correlates infrastructure investment with increased excavation damage; EIA forecasts 20 Bcf/d boost for U.S. LNG export terminals with new pipelines and more in UI's January Newsline!
Troubled water system in Jackson, Miss. under boil water notice ahead of winter storm
The boil water notice, which officials also imposed in the Jackson suburb of Flowood, was issued just days before the expected arrival of a blast of cold weather that could further disrupt the local water infrastructure.
Illinois American Water invested $32 million in Chicago for water infrastructure rehabilitation
For one local project, Illinois American Water rehabilitated approximately 68 sanitary manholes, 4,000 feet of sewer pipe and 275 public laterals. In addition, 389 service connections were repaired in the Country Club District sanitary area.
Erie's Gannon University awarded over $300,000 for stormwater infrastructure upgrade
Gannon University, in Erie, Penn., is set to bolster its stormwater infrastructure, thanks to a $308,098 grant announced by state Reps. Pat Harkins and Bob Merski, both D-Erie.
- DeLa Express seeks FERC approval for Permian-to-Louisiana gas pipeline project
- OSHA penalizes Houston contractor over safety violations resulting in worker's death
- Fiber infrastructure has no known expiration date, Fiber Broadband Association research concludes
- Nevada OSHA fines Elon Musk's Boring Company over safety violations in Vegas tunnel project
- Damage prevention and safety: Turning awareness into action
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- Michigan lawmakers introduce bills to create septic codes throughout the state
- Indiana American Water to gain 8,000 water customers with Silver Creek Water acquisition
- Arkansas governor allocates $42 million for water infrastructure projects
- Federal judge finds Flint, Mich, in contempt over lead water pipe crisis