American Water Works Company, Inc. reports developments tied to its regulated water and wastewater utility operations across the United States. The company provides drinking water and wastewater services to about 14 million people through regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations, with operating subsidiaries including California American Water, Pennsylvania American Water, Maryland American Water, Virginia American Water, Illinois American Water, Iowa American Water and Tennessee American Water.
News for AWK commonly covers annual water quality and Consumer Confidence Reports, state-level service updates, infrastructure investment, public utility rate proceedings, drinking water standards, community programs and subsidiary activity in local service territories. Updates also reference the company’s long operating history and its role in regulated water and wastewater service delivery.
Indiana American Water (NYSE:AWK) announced more than $246 million invested in 2025 statewide water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades across 75 communities.
Key projects include a $50 million treatment plant in Seymour, a $27 million plant in Winchester, a $5.7 million booster station, the state's first PFAS treatment capability in Charlestown, and a $19 million lead service line removal program in 2026.
California American Water (NYSE:AWK) completed a $156,500 screen replacement at the Carmel Valley Ranch wastewater treatment plant on March 17, 2026. The upgrade replaces rotating drum screens with improved intake and effluent screens to reduce maintenance and lower energy use, improving downstream process cleanliness and operational efficiency.
The company has operated the plant since 2002 and continues F.O.G. education to reduce clogs and protect equipment.
California American Water (NYSE:AWK) is promoting EPA Fix a Leak Week 2026 and offering practical customer tips to locate and repair household leaks. The company cited EPA figures on leaks and is investing $200 million over the next three years to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure, including pipe replacements.
Customers are directed to a leak-detection kit, the Fix a Leak Week blog, MyWater account tools, and the Water Learning Center for conservation resources.
California American Water (NYSE:AWK) highlighted EPA Fix a Leak Week 2026 with practical household leak-detection tips and customer resources. The company said it is investing $200 million in 2026 to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure and replace aging pipes.
Tips include testing toilets with dye, checking faucets, appliances, tubs, and boilers; leaks can affect 1 in 10 homes and waste more than 90 gallons per day.
Missouri American Water (NYSE:AWK) is marking EPA Fix a Leak Week 2026 by sharing household leak-detection tips and resources. The company encourages customers to use a downloadable leak kit, review MyWater account usage, and contact pros for repairs. Missouri American Water is investing over $500 million in 2026 to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure, including water main and lead service line replacements.
The release highlights EPA data that leaks affect about 1 in 10 homes and can waste more than 90 gallons per day, and notes common leak sources like toilets, faucets, and appliances.
Iowa American Water (NYSE:AWK) is marking EPA Fix a Leak Week 2026 by sharing practical household leak‑detection tips and customer resources. The company noted it invested $55 million last year to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure across its service area.
The guidance covers common leak locations (toilets, faucets, appliances, showers, boilers) and points customers to a downloadable leak‑detection kit, a Fix a Leak Week blog post, the MyWater customer portal, and the Water Learning Center.
Kentucky American Water (NYSE:AWK) marked EPA Fix a Leak Week on March 16, 2026, sharing household leak-detection tips and urging customers to fix leaks to save water and money. The company said it will invest more than $220 million over five years to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure.
The release lists common leak sources and points customers to a leak-detection kit, the MyWater portal and the Water Learning Center for conservation resources.
Illinois American Water (NYSE:AWK) marked EPA Fix a Leak Week on March 16, 2026, sharing practical tips to locate and repair household leaks that raise bills and strain plumbing. The company said it invested $280 million in 2025 to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure statewide.
Recommendations include testing toilets with dye, checking faucets, appliances, tubs, and boilers, downloading a leak-detection kit, and monitoring usage via the MyWater portal and Water Learning Center.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) and New Jersey American Water will present at the American Water Works Association New Jersey 2026 Annual Conference in Atlantic City, March 17–20, 2026. Company speakers will cover capital planning, operations, PFAS treatment, pipe rehabilitation, biofilm research, algal bloom detection, and construction topics.
Sessions feature named presenters including Jian Yang, Margaret Hunter, Lindsey Olson, Christiane Hoppe-Jones, William Morales-Medina, Gloria Avila, John Gillespie, Andrew Bock, and others discussing technical solutions and pilot testing relevant to utility operations and regulatory compliance.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) highlighted leak-detection tips for Fix a Leak Week 2026 and promoted customer tools to spot household leaks. The company said it will invest up to $48 billion over the next decade to replace aging pipes and expand advanced leak-detection technology.
Guidance includes DIY checks for toilets, faucets, appliances and boilers, plus use of the MyWater portal and a downloadable leak-detection kit to monitor usage and reduce bills.