$1 Million Project To Overhaul Norristown Infrastructure Begins

NORRISTOWN, PA — A $1 million project overhaul aging infrastructure around Norristown has been given the green light and is now underway, officials announced.

Pennsylvania American Water will replace 1,400 feet of aging, six inch cast iron water main piping. The pipes run for roughly a third of a mile through the municipality.

The water main dates to the 1940s. The new ductile iron pipe is 8-inches. Crews will also install new fire hydrants and new copper water supply.

Some customers may experience discolored water or low water pressure, PA American Water warned.

Work will get underway weekdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and traffic restrictions will be in place on East Oak Street between Walnut Street and High Street.

"This infrastructure upgrade project is not only an important investment in public health and safety, it also helps support the economic health of the communities we serve," PA American Water said in a statement. "Economic impact studies show that for every $1 million invested in water infrastructure, upwards of 15 jobs are generated throughout the economy."

Officials estimate work will be done by the end of the July, and street repairs will be completed by the end of 2023.