Pennsylvania American Water announced it will invest over $50 million in 2026 to restore streets, sidewalks, and surfaces affected by underground water main and wastewater pipe upgrades across Pennsylvania. This restoration follows a major $722 million infrastructure upgrade in 2025, aimed at improving water and wastewater systems in 38 counties and 436 communities. The company schedules restoration work neighborhood-by-neighborhood to minimize disruption and expedite repairs, enhancing road safety and community conditions. These investments also support local economies by generating jobs tied to water infrastructure improvements.
American Water is investing in workforce development through programs targeting high school students, college interns, and adults seeking careers in the water sector. Initiatives include summer camps, internships, and training partnerships that provi...
The Ada Water Treatment Plant in Bluefield, West Virginia, received the 25-year Directors Award from the Partnership for Safe Water for its long-term commitment to providing high-quality drinking water. This recognition highlights the plant's consist...
California American Water and Sonoma County Fire District completed projects reducing wildfire risk around water facilities in Sonoma County. The efforts included clearing flammable vegetation near critical infrastructure like water storage tanks and...
West Virginia American Water has launched its 2026 Firefighting Support Grant Program, offering up to $1,000 to local fire departments and emergency agencies for equipment, training, or critical needs. Since 2013, the program has awarded 185 grants t...
Indiana American Water is constructing a new 1.5-million-gallon elevated water tank in Noblesville's Innovation Mile to support rapid local growth. This project is part of a $15 million investment including water storage, booster station upgrades, an...
