Illinois American Water Investing over $1 Million to Upgrade the Lincoln Water Mains

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Illinois American Water is investing over $1 million to replace approximately 4,800 feet of water main in Lincoln, Illinois. This initiative aims to enhance the safety and reliability of water service for residents and businesses. Construction will start in June, impacting areas like Decatur Street and Kickapoo Street. Additionally, progress continues on the new South Water Treatment Plant, with completion expected in early 2023, reinforcing quality service for the community.

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• Investment of over $1 million to enhance water service reliability.
• Replacement of 4,800 feet of old water main infrastructure.
• Construction of the new South Water Treatment Plant is on track for early 2023.

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• None.

Construction on new water treatment plant still on track.

LINCOLN, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Illinois American Water is investing over $1 million to replace approximately 4,800 feet of water main in the Lincoln water system. This investment supports continued safe, reliable water service and reliability for homes, businesses and for fire protection.

Nathan Pennisi, superintendent of operations, explained the company proactively plans for water main replacements. “Like other systems across the country, our water infrastructure is reaching the end of its useful lifespan. Replacing water mains is essential to providing safe, reliable service to our customers.”

While construction is occurring motorists should use caution when driving in the construction areas and obey traffic signs, detour routes and flaggers. Work in Lincoln is expected to begin in June and will occur in the following areas:

• Decatur Street between 3^rd Street to Chicago Street
• Kickapoo Street between Yosemite Avenue to Airport Road

Customers affected by a water main replacement project will be notified via a letter about the impact and any necessary steps. The letter will include a local contact for questions. In addition, Illinois American Water and the contractor(s) on the projects will provide continuous updates as work occurs. These updates may be provided via door hangers as well as via Illinois American Water’s customer notification system which contact customers via phone, phone and text, or email based on the customer preferences.

In addition to the water main replacement projects, Illinois American Water continues to make progress on the construction of the new South Water Treatment Plant in Lincoln. Construction on the filter building is underway. The building will house four filters which are used in the water treatment process. The new facility located south of Broadwell Drive and east of Lincoln Parkway is expected to be complete in early 2023.

Pennisi added, “We are excited about the investments being made in Lincoln. This work supports continued reliable, quality service for years to come.”

About Illinois American Water – Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people in 24 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

ILLINOIS AMERICAN WATER WAS RANKED HIGHEST IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION WITH LARGE WATER UTILITIES IN THE MIDWEST THREE YEARS IN A ROW!
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Karen Cotton, Sr. Manager External Communications, Karen.Cotton@amwater.com

Source: Illinois American Water

FAQ

What is Illinois American Water investing in Lincoln?

Illinois American Water is investing over $1 million to replace approximately 4,800 feet of water main in Lincoln.

When will the construction for the water main replacement begin?

Construction for the water main replacement is expected to begin in June.

What areas will be affected by the water main replacement in Lincoln?

The water main replacement will impact Decatur Street and Kickapoo Street in Lincoln.

What is the purpose of the new South Water Treatment Plant?

The new South Water Treatment Plant aims to improve water treatment processes and provide reliable service.

When is the South Water Treatment Plant expected to be completed?

The South Water Treatment Plant is expected to be completed in early 2023.