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.
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The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has approved new rates for Hawaii American Water's Hawaii Kai customers, marking the first rate adjustment since 2011. Effective after final tariffs are approved, the new rates will generate approximately $1.7 million in additional annual revenue and reflect over $32 million in investments for wastewater improvements. The typical increase for single-family homes will be $11.52, raising average monthly rates from $67.08 to $78.60. The adjustment aims to enhance the quality of wastewater services.
Pennsylvania American Water plans to enhance its water storage capacity with a $16.5 million investment for 2022. This includes rehabilitating 14 existing water storage tanks and constructing seven new tanks across various municipalities. The rehabilitation process will improve the longevity of the tanks and ensure water quality, while new constructions aim to meet increasing supply and fire protection demands. This proactive maintenance approach is positioned as more cost-efficient compared to tank replacement, benefiting customers and enhancing service reliability.
California American Water announced the Highland Tank Conduit-Hydro Clean Energy Project in collaboration with Rentricity Inc., aiming to generate between 75 and 125 kilowatts of clean energy through retrofitting existing infrastructure in San Diego. This project, sponsored by the California Public Utilities Commission, utilizes in-conduit hydropower technology to convert excess pressure in water distribution pipelines into clean energy. It represents a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and operational costs within the clean energy sector.
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Illinois American Water is launching a social media #moveover campaign during National Safety Month to promote Scott’s Law, which mandates motorists to move over for vehicles with warning lights. The campaign features employees advocating for safety on Illinois roadways, emphasizing the importance of protecting utility workers and the public. Scott’s Law requires drivers to slow down, drive cautiously, and change lanes when encountering stationary emergency vehicles. Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), provides water services to approximately 1.3 million people.
Illinois American Water is investing over $6 million to replace 20,000 feet (3.7 miles) of water main in Champaign County. The project, which began in May, targets areas including Champaign-Urbana, Fisher, and Sadorus. This initiative aims to update aging infrastructure and enhance fire protection. Customers will receive notifications about impacts to water service. The work is scheduled weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.
Missouri American Water has commenced construction to replace nearly 4,400 feet of aging water mains along Moreland Avenue and Southwest Boulevard. The project aims to improve water service reliability for customers and enhance fire flows. Approximately 2,100 linear feet of 8-inch PVC pipe will replace a 6-inch ductile iron pipe on Moreland Avenue, while nearly 2,300 linear feet of 12-inch PVC pipe will replace various cast iron pipes on Southwest Boulevard. Construction is expected to wrap up by August, with final restoration complete 90 days later.
Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (AWK), has completed the acquisition of the Village of Hardin water and wastewater systems for $3.3 million. This acquisition adds approximately 435 water and 405 wastewater customers to its service area in southern Illinois. The sale was approved by the Illinois Commerce Commission and follows a village vote in May 2021. Illinois American Water plans to invest about $3 million over the next five years to upgrade the systems, enhancing service quality and reliability.
New Jersey American Water reports that its drinking water quality meets or exceeds state and federal standards, serving 2.8 million residents. The annual Water Quality Report, based on tests from January to December 2021, confirms compliance with EPA and NJDEP regulations, including lead levels. The company emphasizes its commitment to high-quality service and transparency, inviting customers to review their specific community reports. Customers can access these reports online or request printed copies.