Large Water Main Project Starts This Week In Canton

CANTON, CT — A busy stretch of roadway in town could see some traffic congestion, but the local water company says it will be worth it when finished.

That's because Connecticut Water Co. Monday began installing a new water main on Route 202 spanning the Farmington River.

The project, which costs$1.3 million, will replace about 500 feet — or a tenth of the water main.

Water company officials said it will provide additional fire protection for public safety and improved water quantity/quality to residents.

“Investing in drinking water infrastructure improves water system reliability and enhances water quality,” said CT Water Vice President of Service Delivery Rose Gavrilovic. “When customers turn on the tap, they expect high-quality water, without interruption. This investment in new water main will serve customers for decades to come.”

Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The project is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

It is funded through the Water Infrastructure and Conservation Adjustment (WICA) on customer bills.

Connecticut Water’s goal is to replace about 1 percent of its more than 1,850 miles of water main every year through the WICA program.

The company plans to invest over $52 million in water treatment, water storage and pipelines in 2023.

Customers in the construction area have been notified of the project and will receive advance notice of any scheduled water service interruption because of the water main installation project.

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