New Jersey American Water investing $1.5M in Millburn

Sept. 13, 2017
Funding will be used for the installation of 2,200 feet of new water main in its Millburn service area this fall.
Funding will be used for the installation of 2,200 feet of new water main in New Jersey American Water's Millburn service area this fall.

SHORT HILLS, NJ, SEPT 13, 2017 -- New Jersey American Water will be investing approximately $1.5 million for the installation of 2,200 feet of new water main in its Millburn service area this fall. The company will replace water main that was put into service as long ago as the 1930s. The aging 24-inch water line will be replaced with new 30-inch ductile iron pipe.

"By proactively upgrading aging infrastructure, we are continuing our commitment to ensuring quality and service for our customers," stated Tom Shroba, senior director, North Operations. "New Jersey American Water customers in Millburn should experience increased water flows for residences and fire protection, and continued improvement in reliability."

Starting early October, the company will be installing the new main. To maintain service during the project, a temporary above ground water line will be installed, bypassing the section of the water main that is being replaced.

Construction will be completed by mid-December by New Jersey American Water's contractor, J. Fletcher Creamer & Son.

The project also includes installing nine-meter pits where none exist. These are typically installed at the curb area of the property, in the right of way. After installation, all that will be visible is a 15-inch circular cover that will be flush with the ground. Final street restoration is expected to be in the spring of 2018.

These improvements in Millburn are part of New Jersey American Water's multimillion-dollar program to accelerate the renewal of water infrastructure that is reaching the end of its useful life in more than 100 communities across the state.

New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.7 million people. More information can be found at newjerseyamwater.com.

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