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American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) generates a steady flow of news tied to its role as the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations, the company and its subsidiaries frequently announce infrastructure projects, regulatory decisions, acquisitions and customer-focused initiatives that affect millions of people.
On this page, readers can follow updates from state-level subsidiaries such as Kentucky American Water, Missouri American Water, West Virginia American Water, Pennsylvania American Water, California American Water and Illinois American Water. Recent releases highlight topics like new water rates approved by state commissions, voluntary conservation requests during drought conditions, and major upgrades to treatment plants designed to enhance service reliability, water quality and operational efficiency.
Investors and customers can also track news on system acquisitions, where subsidiaries assume ownership of municipal or private water and wastewater systems and outline multi-year investment plans to meet regulatory, safety and security standards. Other recurring themes include announcements about bill payment options, customer assistance programs, and conservation tips aimed at helping households manage usage and costs.
Corporate-level news for AWK covers sustainability recognition, such as inclusion on Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies list, capital markets activity, and material events disclosed in 8-K filings, including rate case developments and merger agreements. For anyone following AWK stock or monitoring developments in regulated water and wastewater utilities, this news feed offers a centralized view of operational, regulatory and corporate milestones across American Water’s footprint.
West Virginia American Water (NYSE:AWK) announced a $420,000 infrastructure upgrade on 2nd Avenue in North Charleston to replace 900 feet of aging pipe with a 6-inch PVC main.
Work runs weekdays 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., aims to finish by end of April with final street restoration in spring 2026, and may cause temporary service interruptions and traffic restrictions.
The project is part of a >$129 million 2026 statewide upgrade plan; the company has invested >$805 million and installed 168 miles of new main over the past decade.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) on April 2, 2026 reminded customers of expanded, secure bill-pay options via its MyWater portal and website. Customers can now use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, PayPal or PayPal Credit for one-time payments or Auto Pay. A $1.95 online transaction fee may apply. MyWater supports alerts, account management and Auto Pay enrollment. Alternative options include pay by mail, pay in person, and 24/7 pay-by-phone at 1-855-748-6066. Customer assistance programs are available for customers facing financial hardship.
Pennsylvania American Water (NYSE:AWK) invested $722 million in 2025 to upgrade water and wastewater systems across 38 counties and 436 communities in Pennsylvania. About $638 million supported water improvements and $84 million supported wastewater, funding mains, tanks, meters, service lines and lead replacements.
Investments included nearly 93 miles of new water main, more than 16 miles of wastewater main, rehabilitation and new tanks, 3,162 new meters and replacement of 45,236 meters, and funded over 7,220 jobs.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE: AWK) will resume using chloramines at its Swimming River (Colts Neck) and Jumping Brook (Neptune) water treatment plants the week of April 13, 2026. The plants serve customers in portions of Monmouth and Ocean counties.
In mid‑February the company temporarily switched to chlorine for about eight weeks as part of routine maintenance. Customers may have noticed a slight chlorine taste and smell during that period; the taste and smell are expected to subside after the return to chloramine. For more information about chloramine use, visit the company's website.
Illinois American Water (NYSE:AWK) urges customers to update contact details in the MyWater portal to receive emergency and service alerts, including water main replacements and flushing. Customers can edit alert settings, view active alerts, or register for MyWater using an account number.
The release notes assistance programs for qualifying customers, new income guidelines effective July 1, 2025, and provides contacts: Dollar Energy at 888-282-6816 and customer assistance at 800-422-2782.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) marks 140 years in 2026, serving more than 14 million people across 14 regulated states and 18 military installations. The company plans to invest up to $48 billion over the next decade in infrastructure, resiliency, and regulated acquisitions.
American Water cites ~385,000 new customers added via acquisitions in the last decade, celebrates the 15th anniversary of its charitable foundation ($25 million in grants/matching gifts) and the 45th anniversary of its R&D program.
West Virginia American Water (NYSE:AWK) announced an $815,000 infrastructure upgrade on South Walnut Street in Huntington, replacing 1,600 feet of pipe with 6-inch PVC main.
The project runs from Norway Avenue to Roland Park Drive, is scheduled for completion by end of June 2026, with final street restoration in fall 2026. It is part of a $129 million statewide 2026 investment plan; the company has invested $805 million over the past decade, including >168 miles of new water main.
West Virginia American Water (NYSE: AWK) is investing $560,000 to replace 720 feet of aging pipe on 18th Street in Dunbar, from Myers Avenue to Kanawha Avenue.
The project uses 6-inch PVC main, runs weekdays 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., is due for completion by end of May, with final street restoration in summer 2026. This ties to the company's >$129 million statewide 2026 infrastructure plan and its decade-long $805 million investment record.
NYSE will feature pre-market and live floor programming on March 25, 2026, including an Opening Bell event with Invest America and Michael and Susan Dell. Verily Health CEO Stephen Gillett will discuss a $300 million investment round. American Water (NYSE: AWK) marks its 140th anniversary with company participation on NYSE programming.
Invest America will discuss Treasury-backed investment accounts for children; viewers can access NYSE TV App at TV.NYSE.com for live updates and multimedia.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) highlighted its focus on water stewardship, resilience, and regulatory engagement at CERAWeek 2026 in Houston, March 23-27, 2026. Christine Keck, VP and Chief Legislative and External Affairs Officer, participated on the panel Valuing Water, discussing scarcity, regulatory expectations, and cross-sector solutions.
With regulated operations across 14 states, American Water emphasized infrastructure, source protection, and workforce development through industry collaboration.