Powell secures over $24 million for Water and Sewer Authority
Will support long-needed water and sewer replacements and repairs
Rep. Lindsay Powell April 15, 2026 | 11:27 AM
PITTSBURGH, April 15 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, announced that the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority has been awarded $24,050,459 in funding to support upgrades, repairs and replacements to aging pipes, water mains, fire hydrants and sewer lines.
“Everyone should have access to safe and clean water in their homes and businesses,” said Powell. “I’m pleased to see these investments in our community, as they will continue to ensure our region has the healthy water we need for generations to come.”
The first project, totaling $2,279,460, will see approximately 15,000 feet of aging water mains, 306 valves, 34 fire hydrants, 366 water service lines and 733 residential lead service lines replaced. The funding for this project comes from a $1,644,844 grant, and a $634,616 low-interest loan.
The second project, coming from a $21,770,999 low-interest loan, will replace aging 4-inch to 16-inch diameter pipes with new zinc-coated ductile iron pipes ranging from 4 to 24 inches. Water mains, valves, fire hydrants and water service lines will also be replaced.
These projects will cover a service area of 70,061 residential customers with a population of 303,255. Both are proposed to begin in October 2026 and be concluded by November 2027.
The projects are funded through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority, which provides low-cost financial assistance to address water, wastewater, stormwater and non-point source pollution problems that impact public health, safety, the environment, regulatory compliance and economic development.