Crews Replacing Aging Water Lines in Huntington

West Virginia American Water investing over $800,000 in infrastructure upgrades.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:03am

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As part of a major infrastructure project, crews from West Virginia American Water are working to replace 1,600 feet of aging water pipes along South Walnut Street in Huntington, West Virginia. The project is expected to be completed by the end of June, with final street restoration finished in the fall.

Why it matters

This water line replacement project is part of West Virginia American Water's broader $129 million investment in infrastructure upgrades across the state in 2026. Maintaining and upgrading aging water systems is critical for supporting the economic health and public safety of local communities.

The details

Crews are working Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. to replace the aging pipes along a stretch of South Walnut Street from Norway Avenue to Roland Park Drive. The overall infrastructure project is costing over $800,000.

  • The project began this week and is expected to be completed by the end of June 2026.
  • Final street restoration work will be finished in the fall of 2026.

The players

West Virginia American Water

A water utility company serving customers across West Virginia, part of the American Water network.

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The takeaway

Maintaining and upgrading aging water infrastructure is an ongoing challenge for utilities, but critical for supporting the economic vitality and public safety of local communities. This project demonstrates West Virginia American Water's commitment to investing in its systems to serve customers reliably.