en.Wedoany.com Reported - Kentucky American Water is investing approximately $3 million to upgrade critical water infrastructure in Owen County. The project includes replacing water mains on Greenup Road/Highway 845 from 3735 Greenup Road to the intersection of Lucas Lane, replacing three miles of aging water mains on US 127 from Industrial Park Road to Jonesville Road, and installing a new booster pump station at the Owen County Fairgrounds. All projects are now underway.
The Greenup Road/Highway 845 project will replace 5,263 feet of aging 6-inch diameter PVC water mains, originally installed in the early 1970s, with new 6-inch diameter ductile iron water mains. The US 127 project will replace over three miles of aging 6-inch diameter water mains with 8-inch diameter ductile iron pipes. The new booster pump station is designed to support increased water supply to customers north of Owenton.
These investments are part of the company's ongoing efforts to strengthen water infrastructure, aimed at supporting long-term reliable service and stable water quality. Through planned investments in infrastructure, Kentucky American Water helps reduce the likelihood of service interruptions, improves water flow for homes and businesses, and provides reliable fire protection for the community.
Construction crews on Greenup Road/Highway 845 typically work Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with crews on US 127 working the same hours. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained during construction, and crews will coordinate directly with customers to provide driveway access as needed. Temporary pavement repairs will be provided in areas requiring excavation, with permanent repairs completed after soil settlement, weather conditions permit, and paving permits and restrictions required by local authorities are obtained.
Construction on Greenup Road/Highway 845 is being performed by contractor Davis Excavating, with traffic control coordinated in cooperation with local authorities. Construction on US 127 is being performed by Buchanan Contracting. Drivers are advised to exercise caution near construction areas, obey posted signage, and expect some construction-related noise during active work hours. Emergency vehicle access and local traffic will be maintained at all times. Daily site cleanup will be conducted, and restoration of driveways, sidewalks, and landscaping will be completed after the project concludes.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, with a history dating back to 1886. The company provides safe, clean, reliable, and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people, with regulated operations in 14 states and 18 military installations. Approximately 7,000 American Water professionals leverage their experience and the company's scale to deliver results for customers, employees, investors, and others.
Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, employs approximately 150 people and provides water and wastewater services to about 550,000 people.
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