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American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) generates a steady flow of news tied to its role as the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations, the company and its subsidiaries frequently announce infrastructure projects, regulatory decisions, acquisitions and customer-focused initiatives that affect millions of people.
On this page, readers can follow updates from state-level subsidiaries such as Kentucky American Water, Missouri American Water, West Virginia American Water, Pennsylvania American Water, California American Water and Illinois American Water. Recent releases highlight topics like new water rates approved by state commissions, voluntary conservation requests during drought conditions, and major upgrades to treatment plants designed to enhance service reliability, water quality and operational efficiency.
Investors and customers can also track news on system acquisitions, where subsidiaries assume ownership of municipal or private water and wastewater systems and outline multi-year investment plans to meet regulatory, safety and security standards. Other recurring themes include announcements about bill payment options, customer assistance programs, and conservation tips aimed at helping households manage usage and costs.
Corporate-level news for AWK covers sustainability recognition, such as inclusion on Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies list, capital markets activity, and material events disclosed in 8-K filings, including rate case developments and merger agreements. For anyone following AWK stock or monitoring developments in regulated water and wastewater utilities, this news feed offers a centralized view of operational, regulatory and corporate milestones across American Water’s footprint.
California American Water (NYSE: AWK) is investing $4.7 million to install the Contempo groundwater production well in the Suburban-Rosemont system in Sacramento.
The project adds a new well and pump plus essential equipment to support reliable water supply as older wells are retired. Construction is expected to be completed in 2027. Company leaders said the investment aims to enhance resiliency, long-term system demand capacity, and the delivery of safe, clean water for families and businesses in Suburban-Rosemont.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE:AWK) is preparing for a forecasted snowstorm and freezing mix the weekend of Jan. 23, 2026. Operations teams have tested and fueled generators and vehicles, secured additional treatment chemicals, prepared wastewater plants for higher flows, and updated staffing plans to reduce service impacts. Customers are urged to update contact info in MyWater, locate main shut-off valves, protect pipes and meters, gather emergency supplies, and follow safety guidance before, during, and after the storm. The company advises reporting leaks or outages at emergency.amwater.com and checking its alerts page and Customer Advisory Map for local service information.
Iowa American Water (NYSE:AWK) on Jan. 22, 2026 urged customers to prepare plumbing and water meters for forecasted subzero temperatures and provided step-by-step cold-weather protection tips. Key actions include locating and testing the main shut-off valve, insulating exposed pipes, eliminating drafts, letting faucets trickle during extreme cold, and safe thawing procedures. The company also notes it is identifying and planning future replacement of lead or galvanized service lines and links to detailed guidance and resources.
Pennsylvania American Water (NYSE:AWK) was awarded $6,183,799 from PENNVEST on Jan 22, 2026 to fund two infrastructure projects in Berks and Cumberland counties.
The package includes a $122,263 grant plus a $3,627,737 loan (1.00% for 248 months) to replace ~384 lead service lines in New Cumberland, and a $2,433,799 loan (1.00% for five years, then 1.743% for the remainder of a 20-year term) for Exeter wastewater sliplining and 1,200 feet of main replacement to reduce inflow and infiltration.
California American Water (AWK) is investing $6 million to build a new Fox Park Well treatment plant in Antelope to remove hexavalent chromium (CrVI) and meet California's updated drinking water standard of 10 micrograms per liter (10 ppb). The facility uses advanced filters, is under construction through 2027, and is part of a broader Northern California initiative including upgrades at Watt-Davidson, Dunnigan, Stocker and Southgate treatment plants to improve long-term water reliability and regulatory compliance.
California American Water (NYSE: AWK) is operating its Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) program during the rainy season to capture excess Carmel River flows and store them in the Seaside Groundwater Basin.
Since the ASR season began on Dec 26, 2025, the company has injected over 240 acre-feet (≈78 million gallons) for future use, and for water year 2024–2025 the program stored over 715 acre-feet (≈233 million gallons). The program runs only when state-mandated excess flows are available and is being used alongside water recycling and an approved desalination project to increase local water resilience.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) will release its 2025 fourth-quarter and year-end results after market close on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Management will host a conference call and audio webcast for investors and analysts on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET, featuring John Griffith (CEO), David Bowler (CFO) and Cheryl Norton (COO).
The call will review fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results and include a Q&A. Presentation slides will be posted in advance on the investor site at ir.amwater.com. An audio replay will be available for one year at ir.amwater.com/events. The company identifies its website as a primary distribution channel to meet SEC Regulation FD obligations.
Pennsylvania American Water (NYSE:AWK) is asking customers in 21 counties to voluntarily reduce nonessential water use by 10–15% (about 11–16 gallons per day) following the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's expanded drought watch declaration announced Jan. 20, 2026. The company said current supplies are adequate but urged conservation to prepare for possible worsening conditions. Affected counties are listed and customers are directed to online resources, a Water Use Calculator, and practical indoor/outdoor conservation tips.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE: AWK) filed for new rates on Jan 16, 2026 to support more than $1.4 billion of water and wastewater investments through December 2026. The request would fund nearly 120 miles of replacement/rehabilitation work, ongoing lead service line replacements, and investments to address emerging contaminants such as PFAS. If approved, the typical residential water customer would pay about $10 more per month and sanitary wastewater customers about $8 more per month. The filing also seeks approval to expand monthly bill discounts tied to LIHEAP/USF recipients and to pass back a Gross Receipts Tax refund to customers. The BPU review process, including public hearings, can take nine months or more and all rate changes require BPU approval.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE:AWK) and The Watershed Institute urged residents, businesses and municipalities on Jan. 15, 2026 to limit winter road salt to protect drinking water, aquatic ecosystems and infrastructure. The release notes that excess sodium and chloride can cause a temporary salty taste in tap water for some customers and that high chloride can persist year-round, worsening in drought and harming aquatic life. It highlights Winter Salt Week, Jan. 26–30, 2026, and offers practical steps: shovel first; use about 1 lb (12-oz mug) for a 20-foot driveway; space granules 3 inches apart; sweep up excess; switch to brine (30–50% less salt); and reevaluate contracts. Resources: NJ Salt Watch and daily Winter Salt Week webinars.
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