Federal Funding Secured for Dallas Area Wastewater Infrastructure Expansion
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan announced $1 million in federal funding for the Dallas Area Municipal Authority in Pennsylvania. The project focuses on building a backup wastewater pipeline beneath the Susquehanna River.
Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. announced $1 million in federal appropriations for the Dallas Area Municipal Authority (DAMA) in Pennsylvania on July 31, 2026. This funding is intended to initiate a regional effort to strengthen wastewater infrastructure. The primary project involves constructing a backup wastewater pipeline beneath the Susquehanna River to ensure service continuity if the primary line faces damage or maintenance outages. This investment is part of a broader legislative effort to improve water system resilience.
Indiana American Water Completes $24.5 Million Water Main Infrastructure Project in Northwest Indiana
Indiana American Water has finished a $24.5 million project to replace aging water mains in Gary, Indiana. The upgrade improves system reliability and fire flow capacity for the region.
Source: streetinsider.com
WEFTEC 2026 Highlights Circular Water Economy
At the 2026 WEFTEC conference in New Orleans, the Water Environment Federation (WEF) prioritized the circular water economy, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Leaders emphasized that the sector must evolve to view wastewater as a resource to be recovered rather than a waste stream.
Source: Wastewater Digest (WWD)
Nebraska Governor Announces $38 Million Grant for Norfolk Wastewater Project
The City of Norfolk, Nebraska, has secured a $38 million grant to fund critical wastewater treatment upgrades and system expansion. The project will incorporate anaerobic digestion technology to convert wastewater byproducts into usable gas.
Source: Norfolk Daily News
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