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Illinois American Water to Install Ultraviolet Disinfection at Streator Water Treatment Plant; Investment of About $4 Million Supports Safe Drinking Water
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Illinois American Water is investing $4 million to install Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection technology at its Streator water treatment plant. This upgrade will enable the facility to treat up to 6 million gallons of water daily, enhancing the safety of drinking water for local residents and businesses. Scheduled for completion this summer, the project aims to meet the EPA's Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule. The new UV reactors will effectively address chlorine-resistant pathogens, reinforcing Illinois American Water's commitment to delivering high-quality water.
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Investment of $4 million in UV disinfection technology is expected to enhance drinking water safety.
Installation of new UV reactors will allow treatment of up to 6 million gallons of water daily.
Project aligns with EPA's Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule, ensuring compliance with stricter regulations.
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STREATOR, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Illinois American Water is investing approximately $4 million to construct Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection at the Streator water treatment plant. The new treatment technology will support safe drinking water to residents and businesses. As part of the project, two new UV reactors will be installed and will be capable of treating up to 6 million gallons of water a day. The project is expected to be completed this summer.
According to Brent O’Neill, Director of Engineering for Illinois American Water, UV technology is effective in inhibiting infection-causing microorganisms and adds another layer of protection for customers. When used to treat drinking water, UV disinfection addresses chlorine-resistant pathogens and microorganisms that could be present in surface water sources. The Streator water treatment facility uses the Vermilion River as its water source.
O’Neill said, “There is nothing more important than the quality of the product we deliver to our customers’ taps. This is why we continuously work to upgrade technology and treatment processes to deliver safe drinking water. We are excited to incorporate UV disinfection to our treatment process for particular water sources.”
The project will also help meet more stringent water quality regulations associated with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule.
According to O’Neill, Illinois American Water not only meets EPA drinking water guidelines, but the company “provides water quality which is better than required.” He added, “Our customers trust us with a critical service. They serve our product to their family, their children. We take our responsibility seriously and are proud to deliver quality drinking water to Illinois homes and businesses.”
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 customer service center in Alton and 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 approximately 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 25 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.
ILLINOISAMERICAN WATER RANKED HIGHEST IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
WITH LARGE WATER UTILITIES IN THE MIDWEST FOR TWO YEARS IN A ROW.
For J.D. Power 2021 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
