West Virginia American Water Announces $1.6 Million Infrastructure Project in South Charleston

The multi-phase project will replace aging water mains and improve reliability for residents.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:36pm

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West Virginia American Water is investing $1.6 million to replace aging water infrastructure in the Armour View area of South Charleston. The first phase of the project includes installing 1,800 feet of new 8-inch water main on Lincoln Drive and replacing 820 feet of aging 6-inch water main on Chestnut Street. The work is expected to improve water service reliability and reduce disruptive main breaks for local residents.

Why it matters

This infrastructure investment demonstrates West Virginia American Water's commitment to upgrading critical water systems across the state. Replacing aging pipes helps strengthen the water network, improve service, and support the economic health of the local community.

The details

The first phase of the project will begin on April 13 and is expected to be completed by mid-August. Work on Lincoln Drive will install the new 8-inch main, while the Chestnut Street portion will replace the aging 6-inch main. Final street restoration will be completed after each project segment. The company plans to announce additional phases of the overall $1.6 million investment as the work progresses.

  • Work on Lincoln Drive will begin on April 13 and be completed by mid-August.
  • Work on Chestnut Street will begin in early May and be completed by mid-July.

The players

West Virginia American Water

The largest regulated water utility in West Virginia, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 610,000 people.

Frank Mullens

The Mayor of South Charleston, who is collaborating with West Virginia American Water on the infrastructure project.

Scott Wyman

The President of West Virginia American Water.

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What they’re saying

“We are committed to continued infrastructure investment in our community systems. We appreciate our partnership with the City of South Charleston and are closely coordinating with Mayor Frank Mullens as we create more resilient infrastructure for these communities.”

— Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water

“I appreciate the strong collaboration between the city and West Virginia American Water as we work together to address customer concerns in the Armor View and Rock Lake Village neighborhoods. West Virginia American Water has demonstrated a clear commitment to investing in critical water main infrastructure upgrades that will help improve reliability for residents and demonstrate an important step forward for our community.”

— Frank Mullens, Mayor, City of South Charleston

What’s next

Additional phases of the $1.6 million infrastructure project will be announced as the work progresses.

The takeaway

This investment by West Virginia American Water showcases the company's ongoing commitment to upgrading critical water infrastructure across the state, supporting the economic health and quality of life for local communities like South Charleston.