New Jersey American Water Releases Details On Improvement Projects In Haddonfield

Haddonfield, NJ -- New Jersey American Water is investing $8 million in water and sewer system improvements in Haddonfield, the water company announced on Tuesday.

The project includes building three new sewer lift stations and replacing the existing water and sewer utilities around the work sites.

The goal is to help New Jersey American Water manage peak flows, improve efficiency and service reliability, and relocate utilities out of environmentally sensitive areas.

“These improvements are a part of New Jersey American Water’s five-year plan to invest in system modernization within the Borough of Haddonfield,” New Jersey American Water Senior Director of Operations Carmen Tierno said. “Since acquiring the systems in 2015, New Jersey American Water has already invested $8 million in improvements, and this latest series of projects continues the commitment we made to our customers.”

Work will take place Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Work on weekends and evenings is not expected, but may be needed if the project falls behind schedule for any reason.

The project, including final paving and restoration, is expected to be complete by the end of next summer, weather permitting.

Drivers should expect the project to impact traffic. The Haddonfield Police Department will handle traffic control. Service for trash, mail, school buses and emergency vehicles will be maintained during traffic disruptions.

Details for each project are as follows:

Atlantic Avenue Sewer Lift Station
In addition to the new station, New Jersey American Water will be replacing existing water and sewer utilities on Centre Street from Reillywood Avenue to E. Upland Way; E Upland Way from Centre Street to Concord Drive; E. Atlantic Avenue from E. Upland Way to Crows Woods Loop; and Concord Drive from E. Upland Way to Pennbrook Drive.

This project also includes installing new fire hydrants and replacing utility-owned service lines along the pipeline route. These improvements should enhance water service reliability and water flows for household consumption and fire protection.

Customers may experience a temporary service interruption while New Jersey American Water interconnects the new main to the distribution system. Customers may also experience a slight temporary discoloration of water. If this happens, customers are advised to let a cold water tap in the home run until it is clear.

Coles Mill Road Sewer Lift Station

In addition to the replacement of the existing lift station, the existing water and sewer utilities on Pardee Lane from Grove Street to Coles Mill Road, and on Coles Mill Road to Grove Street will be replaced.

Roberts Avenue Sewer Lift Station Replacement
The existing station located adjacent to Roberts Avenue, near Wellington Avenue, has reached the end of its useful life and will be replaced and relocated out of an environmentally sensitive area.

The project also includes improvements to the existing collection system with the installation of new gravity and force main piping.

New Jersey American Water advises pedestrians and drivers to take caution in the vicinity of the work sites. For questions or concerns about this project, contact the Customer Service Center at 800-272-1325.