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Two New Advanced Treatment Systems Added to Suffolk County Water Authority System

Sep 13, 2024

Two new Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) water treatment systems have been completed and put into service in the Town of Huntington by the Suffolk County Water Authority. These state-of-the-art treatment systems are specifically designed to remove the emerging contaminant 1,4-dioxane from the drinking water SCWA supplies. The new systems treat water from two separate public supply wells on Middleville Road in Northport.

SCWA Receives Award for Best-Tasting Water in Suffolk County

Aug 06, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority received the trophy for winning the Long Island Water Conference’s 36th annual Drinking Water Tasting Contest. SCWA's water was declared the best-tasting among all Suffolk County water providers in May. The trophy commemorating the win was delivered to SCWA and will now be on display all year, until it passes on to the next winner in 2025. Water from 14 providers from across Long Island were considered for the contest.

Lindenhurst Residents to Benefit from New Water Mains

Aug 02, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is undertaking a project on 1st Street in Lindenhurst that will see approximately 2,400 feet of undersized cast iron water main replaced with new larger ductile iron water main. This will help increase efficiency in the distribution of water to residents’ homes and improve fire flow. It will also help to mitigate the risk of water main breaks when cooler weather arrives.

Suffolk County Water Authority Gives Preference to Local Small Businesses

Jul 31, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority will now allow preference to small businesses that have their primary place of business in Suffolk County when considering bids on contracts. The new policy was adopted by a unanimous vote at its board meeting on July 26th. SCWA can now consider local businesses to be the best value if they meet the criteria and are no more than 5% higher than the next lowest bid.

Over One Mile of New Water Main Coming to Large Area of Wainscott

Jul 19, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is currently undertaking one of its biggest water main projects of 2024 in Wainscott. More than 8,000 feet, or just over 1.5 miles, of new ductile iron water main is set to be installed on Wainscott-Northwest Road, South Breeze Drive and Sag Harbor Turnpike, connecting different parts of the area’s distribution system.

Next Generation of Water Meters Go Live in Suffolk County

Jul 08, 2024

Certain customers of the Suffolk County Water Authority are now equipped with the latest water meter technology, allowing real time monitoring of water use and other advanced features. The meters utilize advanced data transmission equipment that allows constant communication between the meter and SCWA’s system.

SCWA Infrastructure to See Improvements in Islip Terrace

Jun 20, 2024

Residents of Fairview Avenue in Islip Terrace are set to benefit from a new Suffolk County Water Authority project. SCWA is replacing approximately 2,700 feet of undersized water main in the area with new larger ductile iron water main. Five fire hydrants will also be installed in the area.

S&P Reaffirms Suffolk County Water Authority AAA Rating for 2024

Jun 18, 2024

S&P Global Ratings reaffirmed Suffolk County Water Authority’s AAA bond rating for 2024. This designation means SCWA would benefit from the most favorable interest rates if entering the bond market to fund critical capital projects. Although SCWA says it does not anticipate needing to enter the market to borrow, this affirmation is a strong indication of the utility’s financial health.

Suffolk County Water Authority Applies for Over $80 Million in Grant Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects

Jun 17, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced today that it has submitted applications for grant funding through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA). The 38 projects are estimated to cost $80 million in total. The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation made $325 million available for clean water and drinking water improvement projects.

Water Service on Main Road in Greenport to Be Improved by New Water Mains

Jun 14, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is undertaking a major water main replacement project on Main Road in Greenport. The area will see approximately 2,100 feet of undersized water main replaced with new larger ductile iron water main, as well as the installation or replacement of four fire hydrants.