NYAW to Begin Two Water Main Replacement Projects

New York American Water is investing $1.07 million to install new eight- and twelve-inch ductile iron water mains along numerous roadways throughout Malverne. Both projects are set to begin on Tuesday, July 30. The improvements collectively include installing approximately 1,900 feet of twelve-inch ductile iron main and 900 feet of eight-inch ductile iron main. The scheduled construction will also replace 77 service lines, seven fire hydrants and install one additional hydrant.

“Replacing aging water mains is critical to our mission of providing high-quality water and more reliable service to our valued customers,” said New York American Water Manager of Engineering John Kilpatrick. “The revitalization and replacement of this crucial infrastructure allows us to achieve a higher degree of customer satisfaction all while modernizing our system and strengthening its resilience for the future.”

More details about each of the two water main replacement projects upcoming in Malverne are below.

1. Wright Avenue from Linmouth Road to Ocean Avenue

• Replacing 1,100 feet of water main
• Project is expected to take four weeks to complete

2. Utterby Road from Church Street to Ocean Avenue

• Replacing 1,700 feet of water main
• Project is expected to take approximately four weeks to complete

Final restoration will be incorporated within the Village of Malverne’s road restoration project after the replacement water service lines to each home have been installed and all work has passed required quality tests from the Nassau County Department of Health.

Work will take place between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Residents should note that sections of the street where construction is taking place may be closed to traffic during these working hours. New York American Water will coordinate with residents in proximity with the construction site to minimize disruptions.

New York American Water is committed to the safety of nearby residents, as well as its employees, and advises that pedestrians and drivers take caution while near work sites. Any resident with a concern or question about the planned work is encouraged to call New York American Water customer service center at (877) 426-6999.

New York American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water company in New York, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 350,000 people. For more information, visit www.newyorkamwater.com or the company’s Facebook page. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 7,100 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to more than 14 million people in 46 states and Ontario, Canada. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to make sure we keep their lives flowing.