Water
California to improve water infrastructure drought resiliency with $7.3 million in federal funding
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding over $7.3 million in grants in California to support four drinking water systems in underserved, small, and disadvantaged communities that will be facing drought, wildfires and other impacts of climate change.
EPA allocates $26 million to combat lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities
The funding was authorized by the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act and is provided to states, the District of Columbia, and participating territories as grants for lead testing and remediation in schools and childcare facilities.
Aquasight joins Google AI Academy infrastructure program to address U.S. water, wastewater challenges
Aquasight will gain access to tailored mentorship, advanced AI development, and strategic guidance from Google's experts. The goal is to refine and enhance Aquasight's AI and Digital Twin offerings, enabling the company to tackle pressing challenges in the water and wastewater utility industry nationwide.
EPA to invest $25.5 million in drinking water infrastructure projects across the country
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $25.5 million in grants through a new program to support drinking water systems in underserved, small, and disadvantaged communities while reducing impacts of climate change.
James River Water Authority breaks ground on pipeline project for Louisa, Fluvanna counties
The project aims to provide a sustainable water supply for the growing populations of Fluvanna and Louisa counties in Louisa, Virginia.
Saskatchewan, Canada to begin $2 million water infrastructure upgrades
The Water Security Agency is set to invest over $2 million in five critical water infrastructure projects across Southwest Saskatchewan.
USG Water Solutions expands asset management services with new California service center
This location―its second on the West Coast―marks a significant milestone in the company's aim to enhance water and wastewater infrastructure asset and operations management services for utilities and private water companies across the United States.
International report: Germany accelerates plans for energy development
Germany plans to actively accelerate the development and modernization of its underground energy infrastructure in the near future.
Lynchburg, Va., begins work on $400 million Blackwater CSO tunnel to protect waterways
Construction has started on the Blackwater CSO Tunnel, the largest capital improvement project in Lynchburg's history. The nearly mile-long, 12-foot diameter tunnel will be built 70 to 120 feet below Blackwater Creek.
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.
Central Florida’s Toho Water Authority secures $188.3 million for water infrastructure expansion
The EPA has awarded a $188.3 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan to the Toho Water Authority to enhance water infrastructure in Polk and Osceola counties.
Coastal Alabama to receive $30 million for sewer and stormwater improvements
Governor Kay Ivey has announced nearly $30 million in funding for sewer, stormwater, and water quality improvement projects in Coastal Alabama.
Lynchburg, Va., downtown renewal progresses with new utility upgrades
The City of Lynchburg's Phase IV Downtown Renewal Construction Project will temporarily close a section of 12th Street between Main Street and Church Street to accommodate water main construction.
ITpipes secures $20 million to transform water infrastructure management with AI, cloud solutions
ITpipes leverages AI and machine learning for automated condition assessment to provide quality inspection records for decision-making. ITpipes offers cloud-based tools housed in a single inspection repository. By leveraging Environmental Systems Research Institute mapping for visualization, these tools help cities transition from reactive to proactive pipeline planning.
Ogden City, Utah to strengthen water infrastructure, drought resilience with $42 million WIFIA loan
With this WIFIA loan, the city plans to replace two aging, leaking water lines—the Wellfield water line that conveys groundwater to the Ogden City Treatment Plant and the Ogden Canyon water line that transports treated drinking water to communities.
$90 million drinking water investment replaces 9,500 lead service lines since 2018 in Detroit, Mich.
Detroit’s lead service line replacement program uses a neighborhood-by-neighborhood approach, prioritizing vulnerable areas such as communities with a high density of low-income households, children and seniors, and housing built prior to 1945.
New York City begins $52 million stormwater infrastructure upgrade to reduce flooding across Queens
This initiative focuses on replacing over 80-year-old water mains and enhancing the storm sewer system. Key components include the installation of nearly 1.5 miles of new storm sewers, 92 catch basins, 13 underground storm chambers, and the upgrading of 2 miles of water mains.
EPA, Ypsilanti, Mich., collaborate to improve drinking water with lead pipe replacement initiative
Under the Get the Lead Out Initiative, EPA will support the Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority in identifying lead pipes, developing lead service line replacement plans, increasing community outreach and education efforts, and applying for funding.
Birmingham, Ala., to upgrade aging water infrastructure with $171 million WIFIA loan
This loan will allow them to complete a major upgrade of its distribution system to prevent water loss and safely store treated drinking water for distribution to its customers. By preventing over 250 water main breaks annually, residence and businesses will experience improved service while lowering the Board’s maintenance costs.
League City, Texas, expands flood protection with new drainage improvements
League City, Texas, is making headway in its flood protection and drainage improvement projects under the 2019 GO Bond Proposition A. The $73 million bond aims to fund 21 drainage projects, primarily targeting areas in and around several League City subdivisions.
FEMA allocates $22.6 million to Puerto Rico sewer authority to restore water infrastructure following Hurricane Maria
One of PRASA’s projects to replace water pipes in the metropolitan region will benefit about 4,900 families. The infrastructure suffered significant damage due to erosion, flooding and other effects of the hurricane. Some of this damage includes continuous leaks due to deterioration and high-water pressure because of hydraulic issues.
Niles, Ohio, EPA form drinking water partnership to identify, replace lead pipes
The city of Niles is participating in EPA’s Get the Lead Out Initiative, which will provide technical assistance to approximately 200 communities nationwide.
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.
Kewanee, Ill., partners with EPA to accelerate lead water line identification, replacement
Under the Get the Lead Out initiative, EPA will support the city of Kewanee with some critical first steps to lead pipe replacement including identifying lead pipes and educating the public about lead pipes.
Stantec manages $104 million Blackwater sewer overflow tunnel in Lynchburg, Va.
The $104 million Blackwater CSO tunnel will have a diameter of 12 feet and will be located 70 to 120 feet below ground, providing about 4.7 million gallons of storage capacity.
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.
California American Water acquires Yerba Buena Water Company’s water distribution system
California American Water has entered into an agreement to acquire Yerba Buena Water Company’s water distribution system, which serves approximately 249 customer connections in unincorporated Ventura County.
Kansas Commerce unveils first regional water project in a decade for Coffeyville and Caney
The Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded funding for the first regional water project in over a decade. This project aims to improve water access for residents in Coffeyville and Caney through the construction of a 14-mile water pipeline.
Texas Water Development Board approves over $3 billion for statewide water, wastewater projects
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approved financial assistance totaling $3,031,935,000 for water and wastewater projects through the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT)* program and Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
EPA, Ohio form drinking water partnership to identify, replace lead pipes across Galion
Under the Get the Lead Out initiative, EPA will support the city of Galion with some critical first steps to lead pipe replacement including identifying lead pipes and educating the public about lead pipes.
- Trench collapse kills one construction worker in Houston, Texas
- Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on fiber optic network in Superior, Colo.
- Excavator collides with I-95 overpass in Henrico, Va., causing multi-vehicle crash
- Shrewsbury, Mass., expands sewer inspections and cleaning efforts
- Construction worker killed in trench collapse near Prosperity, S.C.
- Final construction phase kicks off for Indianapolis deep rock tunnel
- Texas contractor penalized by OSHA for repeated trench safety violations
- Trench collapse kills one construction worker in Houston, Texas
- WES tunnel boring machine retrieved from Oregon river after seven-month project
- Illinois overhauls Peoples Gas pipeline program, mandates focus on high-risk pipes