Water Improvement Projects

NEWS

The Authority has an active Capital Investment Program that is designed to provide continuous improvement to the water delivery system to our customers. This program is a direct result of our Water Master Plan. This planning document provides a blueprint for capital investment in our system which structures planned expenditures for timely and efficient execution within the framework of our overall financial plan. The hydraulic model is utilized as part of this process in evaluating alternatives to optimize the planning of system improvements.

Project Updates

Major Water Storage Tank Projects

Tanks provide increased available water to the system for fire flow and during peak demand periods, while stabilizing water pressure to our customers. As the water system has continued to grow the Authority has planned investment into building new tanks to ensure that optimal water service is provided under all situations.

Main Replacement and Improvement Projects

In 2024, the Authority is continuing its aggressive Main Replacement Program. We work closely with local municipalities to coordinate and schedule additional main replacement projects as opportunities become available.

Areas of Active Projects

No current projects.

Project: Broad Street, Hatfield 8” Water Main Replacement

Location: Broad Street between Main Street and Towamencin Avenue

Timeline: Beginning October 7, 2024 – duration approximately 7-8 weeks

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No current projects.

Project: West Sixth Street, Lansdale, 8” Water Main Replacement

Location: West Sixth Street starting at Walnut Street and ending at the block end

Timeline: Beginning October 14, 2024 – duration approximately 4-5 weeks

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No current projects.

Towamencin Service Line Renewals

No current projects.

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Developer Projects

Throughout our service area there are projects involving the extension of our water system into a new development. Typically, this work is done by the Developer’s own contractors; however, NPWA provides oversight to ensure that the work is completed according to required standards and specifications. We always analyze each extension of our system to determine if there is the potential for any adverse impact on our existing customers. NPWA works with developers to ensure that all extensions are done in a way to minimize any impact to our valued customers.

Road Improvement Projects

The NPWA service area has been impacted by several PennDOT road improvement and bridge replacement projects. The Authority has been closely involved in coordinating construction efforts. Road improvement projects require NPWA’s involvement to ensure the water facilities are maintained and protected as the roadway is excavated and reconstructed. In some cases, PennDOT projects require relocation of facilities that are in conflict with the construction improvements. In other cases, NPWA considers potential extension or replacement of main prior to completion of final roadway paving. This prevents reopening a newly paved roadway as well as serves as a cost savings for water main improvement projects.