NYAW to Invest $600,000 to Replace Water Mains in Cedarhurst

New York American Water is investing $600,000 to install 1,400 feet of new eight-inch ductile iron main along three stretches of roadway in Cedarhurst in order to replace and relocate the six-inch mains installed in 1920. Additionally, four hydrants will be replaced as well as 25 utility-owned services.

“New York American Water continues to place a priority on investing in the improvement of our water infrastructure systems in the communities we serve,” said John Kilpatrick, New York American Water’s Engineering Manager. “Continuing to modernize our below-ground assets allows us to improve system pressures and water quality, while also ensuring our customers have a dependable and sustainable water system for generations to come.”

This water main replacement project will be occurring along Lotus Street from Broadway, Tulip Street, and Ivy Street in Cedarhurst. The project is expected to take approximately four weeks to complete, which includes the installation of water main, chlorination, water quality sampling, Nassau County Department of Health approval, and the replacement of services. Final restoration will be completed three to four weeks after the last service is done to allow for the ground to properly settle.

Work will take place daily between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. beginning on October 25. 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 homeowners along Lotus Street, Tulip Street, and Ivy Street to minimize disruptions for residents.

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 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to more than 15 million people in 46 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to customers to help keep their lives flowing.