West Virginia American Water Announces $850,000 Infrastructure Investment Project on Old Route 38
The pipe replacement is part of a plan to invest more than $129 million in statewide infrastructure upgrades in 2026.
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West Virginia American Water (AWK) announced an $850,000 infrastructure project to replace aging water pipes on Old Route 38 in Fayetteville.
The project will replace 3,500 feet of pipe with 8-inch and 2-inch PVC mains. Work began the week of October 26 on Old Route 38, from Beckwith Road to Goose Creek Road, and Harding Subdivision Road. Completion is scheduled for the end of February 2027, with final street restoration in spring 2027. Traffic restrictions will remain during the project, and customers may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water or lower water pressure. The work forms part of the company's planned investment of more than $129 million in statewide infrastructure upgrades in 2026.
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Positive
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.More than $129 million in statewide infrastructure upgrades planned for 2026.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.$850,000 infrastructure project will replace 3,500 feet of aging pipe in Fayetteville.
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 providing safe, clean and reliable water to our customers," said Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water. "Investing in our infrastructure helps us continue providing water service to our customers and helps reduce future service disruptions through proactive investment and replacement projects like this one on Old Route 38."
The project will replace 3,500 feet of aging pipe with 8-inch PVC main and 2-inch PVC main. Work began the week of October 26 with crews working on Old Route 38, from Beckwith Road to Goose Creek Road, and Harding Subdivision Road. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of February 2027, and the 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.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in
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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 complete the Old Route 38 project?
The Old Route 38 pipe replacement is scheduled to be completed by the end of February 2027, with final street restoration in spring 2027. Work began the week of October 26.