Missouri American Water Highlights Work Zone Awareness Week

Stay alert while crew members are at work

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Missouri American Water is highlighting National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual campaign that promotes safe driving in highway work zones from April 21-25, 2025.

“At Missouri American Water, our employees and contractors work daily in and around roadways to help ensure reliable service for our customers,” said Rich Svindland, President, Missouri American Water. “While safety remains a priority, work zones can pose serious risks. National Work Zone Awareness Week emphasizes our shared responsibility to keep roads and workers safe. When you slow down and stay alert in work zones, you're helping protect lives, including your own.”

Missouri American Water invests millions of dollars into its infrastructure annually and has numerous crews working around the state on any given day. Whether its water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades or routine maintenance and cleaning, Missouri American Water’s top priority is keeping crews and motorists safe.

Missouri American Water provides these simple rules when driving through work zones:

• Stay alert: Pay attention to flaggers, workers, and equipment, and be prepared for sudden stops.
• Slow down: Follow all posted speed limits and adjust for traffic flows and weather conditions.
• Give yourself some space: Leave at least two seconds of braking room between other vehicles.

To learn more about Missouri American Water’s commitment to safety, click here.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Missouri American Water
Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.6 million people. For more, visit missouriamwater.com and follow Missouri American Water on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

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Media Contact:

Christie Barnhart

Senior Manager, External Communications

Cell: 417-529-9781

Christie.barnhart@amwater.com

Source: Missouri American Water

FAQ

When is National Work Zone Awareness Week 2025 observed by Missouri American Water?

National Work Zone Awareness Week will be observed from April 21-25, 2025.

What are the main safety rules for driving through Missouri American Water work zones?

The main rules are: stay alert for workers and equipment, follow posted speed limits, and maintain at least two seconds of braking distance from other vehicles.

How does Missouri American Water ensure worker safety during infrastructure projects?

The company prioritizes safety through work zone awareness campaigns, implementing strict safety protocols, and promoting driver awareness near construction areas.

What type of infrastructure work does Missouri American Water perform?

The company performs water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades, routine maintenance, and cleaning operations throughout the state.

How much does Missouri American Water invest in infrastructure annually?

According to the press release, Missouri American Water invests millions of dollars into infrastructure annually, with crews working statewide.