West Virginia American Water Announces $165,000 Infrastructure Upgrades on Sanford Street
Customers may face temporary water service disruptions and traffic restrictions during construction.
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West Virginia American Water (AWK) announced a $165,000 water infrastructure upgrade on Sanford Street in Oak Hill.
The project will replace 340 feet of aging pipe with a 2-inch PVC main. Work began the week of November 2 and is scheduled to finish by the end of December, with final street restoration in spring 2027. Traffic restrictions will remain throughout construction, and customers may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water or lower water pressure. The company plans to invest more than $129 million in infrastructure upgrades statewide in 2026.
Positive
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.$165,000 upgrade will replace 340 feet of aging pipe on Sanford Street in Oak Hill.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.More than $129 million in statewide infrastructure upgrades is planned for 2026.
Negative
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Temporary service interruptions, discolored water or lower water pressure may affect customers during construction.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Traffic restrictions will remain in place for the duration of the project.
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"We are committed to proactive infrastructure strategy to help maintain service reliability for our customers," said Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water. "These investments are critical to keeping our water system resilient and continue providing safe, clean, and reliable water for the communities we serve."
The project will replace 340 feet of aging pipe with 2-inch PVC main. Crews will work on Sanford Street, from West Central Avenue to the end of Sanford Street. Work began the week of November 2nd and is scheduled to be completed by the end of December. Final street restoration will be completed in spring 2027. Work will occur Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., and traffic restrictions will be in place for the duration of the project.
This infrastructure upgrade project is part of West Virginia American Water's plan to invest more than
Over the past decade, West Virginia American Water has invested over
During construction, customers may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water, and/or lower than normal water pressure. Crews will work as quickly as possible to shorten the length of these temporary inconveniences. To report water related emergencies such as leaks, main breaks or other service disruptions, customers can submit a service request on the company's website.
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About West Virginia American Water
West Virginia American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 315 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 610,000 people.
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When will West Virginia American Water finish the Sanford Street upgrade?
Construction is scheduled to finish by the end of December, with final street restoration in spring 2027. Work began the week of November 2.