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Suffolk County Water Authority Announces New Deputy CEO for Customer Service

Oct 18, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority has announced the appointment of Frank Tassone as its new Deputy CEO for Customer Service. With extensive experience in government operations and management, Tassone brings a wealth of knowledge that will help further enhance SCWA’s commitment to delivering high-quality service to its customers.

Suffolk County Water Authority Releases Latest Episode of Podcast What About Water Featuring County Executive Ed Romaine

Oct 10, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority released the latest episode of its podcast, What About Water, hosted by SCWA CEO Jeff Szabo. Featured on the episode is a discussion with Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine. In the podcast, the two address his history of supporting public drinking water and how the expansion of the Drinking Water Protection Program will positively impact Suffolk County.

SCWA and Suffolk County Police Department Partner for Pharmaceutical Take Back Day

Oct 02, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority, in collaboration with the Suffolk County Police Department’s 4th Precinct, held a Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on Saturday, September 28th. Over 260 pounds of expired and unused pharmaceuticals were collected, ensuring these medications were safely disposed of and prevented from contaminating the region’s aquifer.

Suffolk County Water Authority to Host Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on September 28

Sep 19, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority will host a Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on Saturday, September 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the SCWA Education Center, 260 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge. This event offers a simple and environmentally responsible way for residents to dispose of unused or expired medications. No sign-up is required—just drive up, drop off your medications, and leave. Note that medical sharps cannot be accepted.

Suffolk County Water Authority Sees Success of Water Conservation Efforts During One of Hottest Summers on Record

Sep 17, 2024

Despite one of the hottest years on record, the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) successfully managed water demand without experiencing the stress typically seen during peak summer usage. In past years, SCWA often faced peak demands up to 540,000 gallons per minute (gpm). This summer, however, demand never exceeded 520,000 gpm and rarely surpassed 510,000 gpm.

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.

John Rose Appointed to the Suffolk County Water Authority Board

Jun 05, 2024

The Suffolk County Legislature has appointed John Rose of Setauket to the Board of the Suffolk County Water Authority. The unanimous vote came at the June 4th general meeting of the Legislature.

Water Main Improvement Project Enhances Beachfront Service in Quogue

May 31, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority has recently completed an important water main improvement project in Quogue. Approximately 1,300 feet of cast iron water main on Dune Road that has reached the end of its useful life will be replaced with larger ductile water main.

New Survey Shows Overwhelming Approval of Suffolk County Water Authority

May 24, 2024

Customers of the Suffolk County Water Authority give the drinking water provider high marks for performance in water quality, customer service and overall performance. The survey was conducted by the independent market and opinion research firm Probolsky Research between April 11th and 21st.

With Summer Looming, Suffolk County Water Authority and Elected Officials Implore Residents to Conserve

May 16, 2024

Water use throughout Long Island skyrockets during the spring and summer, and the biggest reason for this increase is lawn irrigation.

Water Authority Partners with Amityville School District to Promote Careers in the Water Industry

May 15, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) and Amityville Union Free School District created a unique partnership to encourage students to consider a career in the drinking water industry.

Suffolk County Water Authority Highlights Drinking Water Week; Cuts Ribbon on New Laboratory Expansion

May 09, 2024

Drinking Water Week is a nationally celebrated week from May 5th to 11th to highlight the importance of safe drinking water and recognize the tireless efforts of local water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock.

Suffolk County Water Authority Claims Victory In LIWC Drinking Water Tasting Contest

May 09, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority was recently declared the winner of the Suffolk County portion of the Long Island Water Conference’s 36th annual Drinking Water Tasting Contest.

Suffolk County Water Authority Releases Statement on The Discovery of Carcinogenic Metals in West Islip

Apr 24, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority released the following statement from Chairman Charles Lefkowitz on the announcement that increased levels of cadmium were found at the former Dzus Fastener Co. site on Union Boulevard:

Suffolk County Water Authority Releases Statement on National PFAS Standards

Apr 10, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority released the following statement from Chairman Charles Lefkowitz on the announcement of a national drinking water standard for certain PFAS:

Suffolk County Water Authority Updates Town of Babylon Customers on $6.6 Million Construction Project Investments

Apr 10, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced $6.6 million investments in recently completed and upcoming construction, maintenance and water treatment projects in the Town of Babylon.

Suffolk County Water Authority Releases Statement on Earthquake

Apr 05, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority released the following statement from Chairman Charles Lefkowitz on the earthquake that impacted the northeast United States on April 5th:

Suffolk County Water Authority Completes Three New Advanced Treatment Systems

Apr 03, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced that three new Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) water treatment systems have been completed and put into service in the Town of Smithtown. 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 three separate public supply wells on Falcon Drive in Hauppauge.

Suffolk County Water Authority Secures $1.25 Million for Water Main Extension Project in Westhampton

Mar 27, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced that Congress has designated $1.25 million in funding for a water main extension project near Old Country Road in Westhampton. This project will connect up to 64 homes currently reliant on private wells, which have been impacted by PFAS contamination. The funding was part of a package of bills passed by Congress to fund the federal government.

SCWA WaterTalk Returns on April 10

Mar 25, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority will be hosting the next installment of its WaterTalk series of educational forums on April 10th at 6:00 pm at the Mastic Recreation Center. This event provides an opportunity for customers in the area to learn more and ask questions about their drinking water. Those who are interested but cannot attend can view the event virtually with the link available on SCWA’s website.

New Water Mains to Improve Service, Quality and Pressure in Patchogue

Mar 08, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority recently completed a major water main improvement project on Shaber Road, Louis Avenue and Clinton Avenue in Patchogue. Approximately 1,400 feet of new, larger ductile iron water main replaced the aged, and undersized cast iron water main. As a result of this project, the surrounding area will see improved water distribution and pressure, as well as fire service.

Water Service Improvements Eliminate Dead Ends in Shirley

Mar 08, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority installed approximately 1,480 feet of new ductile water main has been on Merrick Road, Park Avenue, Roberts Road West and Cypress Lane in Shirley. Completed on March 6, this new main was installed to eliminate dead ends in the system. It will also improve water distribution and pressure, as well as fire service.

Suffolk County Water Authority Brings Safe Water to Over 100 Manorville Homes

Feb 29, 2024

At a press conference held at the home of one of its newest customers, the Suffolk County Water Authority announced the completion of a substantial water main extension project in Manorville, which makes high quality public water available to more than 100 homes. This is the culmination of a year’s long effort by residents in the community, elected officials and SCWA to expand public water to this area.

Water Service Improvements to Be Made in West Sayville

Feb 20, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority mobilized to replace approximately 1,900 feet of old water main on Rollstone Avenue in West Sayville. The existing water main has reached the end of its useful life and will be replaced with new ductile iron water main. This project will improve the distribution of water, water pressure and fire protection in the area. In 2022, SCWA replaced more than 1,500 feet of aging water main on nearby Atlantic Avenue in response to rusty water complaints from customers.

SCWA WaterTalk Returns on February 20

Feb 14, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority will be hosting the next installment of its WaterTalk series of educational forums on February 20 at 6:00 pm at Amityville Public Library. This event provides an opportunity for area customers to learn more and ask questions about their drinking water. Those who are interested but cannot attend can view the event virtually, with the link available on SCWA’s website.

Suffolk County Water Authority Hosts Elected Official Forum to Address Critical Drinking Water Issues

Jan 31, 2024

The Suffolk County Water Authority hosted a forum for elected officials on January 26th at its Education Center in Hauppauge. Over 40 elected officials or their representatives engaged in crucial discussions with SCWA on drinking water issues. The forum served as a platform to address topics such as emerging contaminants, aging infrastructure, advanced treatment systems, lead service lines and efforts to connect homes to the public water system.

Major Water Distribution Project underway in Huntington Set to Improve Reliability

Jan 31, 2024

A substantial water main replacement in Huntington by the Suffolk County Water Authority is currently underway. On roads near West Main Street, more than 4,600 feet of old, undersized water main will be replaced with larger ductile water main. The new 12-inch main will increase water flow in the system, allowing SCWA to provide a more reliable, efficient service to its customers in the area.

Suffolk County Water Authority Customer Surveys Yield Overwhelmingly Positive Results

Jan 02, 2024

Last summer, the Suffolk County Water Authority partnered with Probolsky Research to perform transactional surveys with its customers, which have been ongoing ever since. Within 24 hours of their interaction with SCWA personnel in the Contact Center, Field Services, Meter Shop and New Service departments, customers are asked a series of questions pertaining to their satisfaction with the service they received from staff.

Suffolk County Water Authority Chief Executive Re-Appointed to National Drinking Water Advisory Council

Dec 21, 2023

The National Drinking Water Advisory Council (NDWAC) has reappointed Suffolk County Water Authority Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Szabo to its membership. NDWAC, a federal advisory committee, provides advice and recommendations to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on national drinking water programs. Szabo's two-year term began on December 16, 2023, marking his first re-appointment to the council.

Governor Kathy Hochul Announces Millions for Drinking Water Infrastructure Improvements in Suffolk County

Dec 13, 2023

At a press event at the Suffolk County Water Authority Education Center in Hauppauge on December 12th, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the latest round of award for the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA), a program that seeks to support waste and drinking water providers with funds to improve infrastructure. With more than $479 million in grants awards being announced, this was the largest WIIA grant period in the New York State history. $14 million will go to SCWA projects that seek to

Suffolk County Water Authority to Host Forum for Businesses Interested in Contracting

Nov 01, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority will be hosting an informational meeting for businesses that are interested in doing business with the water agency. The forum is intended to educate vendors on the types of contracts that SCWA offers and the process that they can follow to submit a successful proposal.

Major Water Main Replaced in Bay Shore to Reduce Main Breaks

Oct 31, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced that it completed a major replacement of water main in the Bay Shore area. More than 1,500 feet of outdated cast iron water main has been replaced with ductile iron pipe on East Lakeland Street.

Water Distribution Projects in Babylon Set to Improve Reliability

Oct 26, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced that four projects have been completed in October to improve the distribution of drinking water in the town of Babylon. The slew of projects replaced water mains that were prone to breaks or undersized. New ductile iron, PVC and copper water main that is appropriately sized for the areas will ensure that customers have reliable service of high-quality drinking water, and a robust network of hydrants are available for fire protection.

Suffolk County Water Authority Sees Success with Water Conservation Program

Oct 18, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority says that it is seeing success with its water conservation plan and that customers are adopting water savings measures. SCWA adopted a new comprehensive water conservation plan at the beginning of this year that set new rules for lawn watering, enhanced credits for installing water saving devices and started an extensive outreach and messaging campaign to stress the importance of water conservation. With the summer and the lawn watering season ending, SCWA says

SCWA to Bring Water Main Improvements to Huntington and Centerport

Oct 10, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority completed two water main improvement projects in the Town of Huntington. Undersized water main on Queens Street and Hilltop Avenue was replaced with larger ductile water main. Further east in Centerport, more than 1,000 feet of undersized cast iron water main with low flow on Lakeside Drive was replaced with larger ductile iron water main. Both areas will see improvements to distribution of water, water pressure and improved fire protection.

Suffolk County Water Authority Survey Shows Strong Customer Approval

Sep 28, 2023

The results from a new survey show that customers of the Suffolk County Watery Authority overwhelmingly approve of the service provided by the utility. The survey was conducted by the independent market and opinion research firm Probolsky Research. Customers were asked to provide feedback on subjects such as customer service, water quality and other views on their drinking water. Approximately 73 percent of respondents indicated that they overall approve of their water service, a strong result

Suffolk County Water Authority Breaks Ground on Historic Project to Extend Public Water in Manorville

Sep 22, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced today that it has broken ground on a project to extend more than 20,000 feet of water main to homes in Manorville impacted by PFAS contamination. The announcement comes after a year’s long effort by residents to get high quality public drinking water to the area. In 2017, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) began assessing private wells, which are used to supply the homes with drinking water and discovered the presence

Suffolk County Water Authority and Irrigation Association of New York Hold Smart Irrigation Seminar

Sep 18, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) and the Irrigation Association of New York (IANY) joined together to hold a seminar for irrigation professionals on smart irrigation devices and techniques. The presentation was held on Thursday, September 14th at the North Sea Community House in Southampton. It was part of an on-going effort by SCWA to encourage the use of water saving devices, like smart controllers for automatic sprinkler systems, that save customers money and reduce their water

Suffolk County Water Authority Provides Tour of Drinking Water Facilities to Tribal Utility Summit

Sep 15, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) held a tour and demonstration of its facilities to a group of water professionals whose utilities serve Tribal Nations. The tour was part of the 2023 United South and Eastern Tribes’ (USET) Tribal Utility Summit, which provide technical assistance and training to USET member Tribal Nation’s water utilities. This year’s summit was hosted by the Shinnecock Nation. More than 30 attendees joined SCWA, which gave technical explanations of its water treatment

Suffolk County Water Authority Hosts Chief Executive Officer of National Drinking Water Organization

Sep 12, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) hosted Tom Dobbins, Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) for a visit of its facilities. Dobbins was named CEO of the organization in 2022 and visits with member organizations to understand their challenges. AMWA is an industry group that represents the interests of the largest metropolitan drinking water suppliers across the country. Their membership serves more than 160 million people across the United States

Suffolk County Water Authority Completes Eight New Advanced Treatment Systems in Town of Huntington

Aug 24, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) announced that it recently completed eight new Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) water treatment systems throughout the Town of Huntington. These state-of-the-art treatment systems are specifically designed to remove the emerging contaminant 1,4-dioxane from the SCWA su water. SCWA worked to install them ahead of a state regulatory deadline on August 25th, ensuring that customers continue to have access to high quality drinking water.

Suffolk County Water Authority Applies for Over $100 Million in Grant Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects

Aug 10, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) announced today that it has submitted applications for more than $100 million in grant funding through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA). The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation made $425 million available for clean water and drinking water improvement projects. This represents the largest funding request in SCWA's history, signaling a significant effort towards bolstering its water treatment capabilities and expanding acces

Suffolk County Water Authority Extends Water Main to Improve Distribution in Amityville

Aug 09, 2023

A project to extend water main in Amityville is currently underway by the Suffolk County Water Authority. More than 360 feet of new ductile iron water main is being installed on Richmond Avenue and Bayside Avenue. The extension will improve the distribution of water, water pressure and fire protection in the area.

Suffolk County Water Authority is currently investigating an emergency water main break in Miller Place. We have crews on site.

Suffolk County Water Authority is currently investigating an emergency water main break in Miller Place. We have crews on site. During this time, you may experience a disruption in your water service, to include low pressure, temporary discolored water or no water. We are working on resolving this issue this issue as soon as possible to have your service restored.

Suffolk County is Currently Experiencing a Moderate Drought

Aug 04, 2023

Suffolk County is currently experiencing a moderate drought, posing a significant threat to our water supply. We need your help to conserve during this period of drought.

SCWA Customer Service is currently experiencing call center interruptions

Jul 28, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority is currently undergoing a company-wide upgrade to our telephone system. During this time, you may experience longer than usual wait times or a busy signal while attempting to contact us. If you have an emergency, such as reporting a water main

Suffolk County Water Authority Urges Customers to Apply for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Before August 31st Deadline

Jul 26, 2023

Suffolk County Water Authority Urges Customers to Apply for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Before August 31st Deadline The Suffolk County Water Authority is urging its customers who are having trouble paying their water bill to apply for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). The New York

Suffolk County Water Authority Urges Water Conservation This Summer

Jul 13, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is urging all of its customers to be more mindful of their water usage this summer and implement simple, yet effective, water-saving tactics when irrigating lawns and gardens. With automatic irrigation systems running excessively throughout the warmest months of the year, 70 percent of the 70+ billion gallons of high-quality drinking water pumped all year by the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is exclusively consumed by irrigation systems.

Contract Awarded to Extend Water Main to Contaminated Homes in Manorville

Jun 26, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced today that it is awarding a contract to Asplundh Construction, LLC to extend more than 20,000 feet of water main to homes in Manorville impacted by PFAS contamination, a major milestone in a multi-year effort to bring public water to the area. The $3.2 million contract came in lower than initial project estimates. The Suffolk County Department of Health Services assessed private wells, which are used to supply the homes with drinking water and

A Record Number of SCWA Customers are Installing Water Saving Devices

Jun 08, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced today that a record number of its customers are installing water saving devices. SCWA’s WaterWise credit program offers up to $250 to customers who purchase eligible devices that reduce water use. In the first five months of 2023, SCWA approved 644 WaterWise credits, more than double the previous high of 268 credits in 2022. The program was expanded in January when SCWA increased the credit amount from $50 to $250 as part of an effort to conserve wate

John Porchia Appointed to the Suffolk County Water Authority Board

Jun 07, 2023

The Suffolk County Legislature has appointed John M. Porchia, III of Wading River to the Board of the Suffolk County Water Authority. The unanimous vote came at the June 6th general meeting of the Legislature. Mr. Porchia will serve the remainder of a five-year term that expires on May 28th, 2027. The seat was vacated by Charles Lefkowitz when he was appointed as Chairman of the SCWA Board.

Suffolk County Water Authority Preparing to Extend Water Main to Manorville

Jun 01, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced today it is requesting bids from contractors to extend approximately 20,000 feet of water main to homes in Manorville impacted by PFAS contamination, a major milestone in a multi-year effort to bring public water to the area.

Charles Lefkowitz Appointed Chairman of SCWA By Suffolk County Legislature

May 31, 2023

Charles A. Lefkowitz, left, signs the Office Registry with County Clerk Vincent Puleo observing.

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Suffolk County Water Authority Launches New Conservation Web Portal

May 19, 2023

The New Webpage Gives Customers More Information on the Steps They Can Take to Save Water

Odd/ Even Lawn Watering Policy is in Effect!

Odd-numbered addresses may only water their lawns on odd-numbered days. Even-numbered addresses may only water their lawns on even-numbered days.

Suffolk County Legislature Appoints SCWA Board Member, Charles Lefkowitz Chairman of the Suffolk County Water Authority

May 03, 2023

Yesterday, with a unanimous vote, the Suffolk County Legislature appointed current Board Member Charles A. Lefkowitz to serve as the Chairman of the Suffolk County Water Authority.

SCWA Installing Nearly 2,400 Feet of Water Main in Hauppauge

Apr 14, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority is in the process of installing nearly 2,400 feet of 12-inch ductile iron water main on Townline Road in Hauppauge.

SCWA Officials Joined Shelter Island Officials Yesterday at the Site of a Major Water Main Replacement Project on West Neck Road.

Mar 31, 2023

More than 5,000 feet of P.V.C. pipe will be replaced with larger pipe to improve the flow of water and water pressure in the neighborhood. Last June, the Shelter Island Town Board approved a long-term agreement tapping SCWA to manage the West Neck Water

Suffolk County Water Authority Celebrates the Groundbreaking of the Most Historic and Largest Project in the History of the SCWA.

Mar 23, 2023

The North Fork Halpin Transmission Line will bring water from the Pine Barrens to the residents of the North Fork, where it is needed. This project will entail 44,000 feet of pipe used to move water between the Riverside area within the Pine Barrens, to Main Road in

SCWA Expedites a Project to Replace More Then 2,600 Feet of Aging Water Main in West Sayville

Mar 22, 2023

Three weeks ago, the SCWA expedited a project to replace more then 2,600 feet of aging water Main on West Avenue and nearby streets in West Sayville. This new and larger ductile iron pipe will help to address low water flow and rusty water conditions in the neighborhood.

SCWA Announces Historic New Policies Aimed to Ensure Water Conservation

Jan 31, 2023

The Board of the Suffolk County Water Authority last week passed two resolutions targeted at stronger conservation policies for the residents of Suffolk County. The resolutions were adopted after the Water Authority’s Chairman, Patrick G. Halpin, directed staff to enhance the agency’s long standing conservation programs. The need for stronger conservation policies became apparent during the summer of 2022 when there was a tremendous strain on the water system due to peak irrigation demand,

SCWA Water Main Replacement Project in Lindenhurst To Bring Protection from Breaks, Better Water Pressure

Jan 30, 2023

The Suffolk County Water Authority this week completed a water main replacement project in Lindenhurst that will provide protection from water main breaks and improve the distribution of water and fire protection in the village. The project, on South Delaware Avenue, involves the replacement of more than 500 feet of aging and undersized cast iron water main with larger ductile iron water main. In addition to better water pressure, the new water main will be far more resistant to breaks, which

SCWA, Leaders Hail Approval of State Law Making Polluters Repay New York Taxpayers

Dec 21, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority, elected officials and environmentalists today hailed a law signed by Governor Kathy Hochul late last week that will ensure that companies that pollute drinking water supplies are held fully responsible for their actions. Polluters in the past were able to offset their court-ordered damages with New York State grant money allocated to water suppliers or municipalities for remediation. Under the new law, polluters would be barred from this practice and any funds

Important Message About PFAS

Dec 07, 2022

Recent media reports concerning PFAS chemicals in drinking water have created concern on the part of our customers. The media reports included testing information from our annual water quality report that was selected to overstate the levels of PFAS-related chemicals found in our water. This is misleading and undermines public confidence in their drinking water. Specifically, the PFAS test results used in recent media reports represent the highest values of hundreds of total tests taken through

SCWA Receives $6 Million in Funding from State For Key Water Infrastructure Projects

Nov 14, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority this week received $5.98 million in grants from New York State to help pay for advanced oxidation process (AOP) treatment systems used to remove 1,4-dioxane and to extend water main to an area in the Town of Southampton where residents currently use private wells for their drinking water. The state grants, part of nearly $50 million awarded to water suppliers on Long Island, will provide $900,000 for an AOP system at SCWA’s pump station on Albany Avenue in

SCWA Chief Executive Officer Named Treasurer Of National Drinking Water Organization

Nov 14, 2022

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies at its 2022 executive management conference last week named Suffolk County Water Authority Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Szabo as its new treasurer among its appointments for new board members and officers. Szabo, SCWA’s CEO since 2010, previously served on AMWA’s Board of Directors and serves as chairman of the organization’s Legislative Committee. As SCWA CEO, Szabo spearheaded the creation of the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protect

More than 7,000 Feet of Water Main Replaced In Downtown Kings Park

Oct 04, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority is nearing completion of a project in downtown Kings Park that will greatly improve the distribution of water and fire protection in the hamlet. The project, which involves the replacement of more than 7,000 feet of aging and undersized water main with larger ductile iron water main on Main Street and adjoining streets in

SCWA Rescinds Water Emergency Improving Conditions Allow Utility to End Call for Strict Measures, But Officials Note Resident Response Needs to Improve in Future

Sep 29, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority today rescinded the Stage 1 Water Emergency that went into effect over the summer when a lengthy hot and dry period led to massive water use during the early morning hours but noted that resident response to the call for conservation needs to significantly improve in the future.

Major Water Main Projects in Southold To Improve Flow of Water in Town

Sep 19, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority has recently undertaken two water main projects in the Town of Southold that will greatly improve the distribution of water within the town.

WANS, SCWA Enter into Cooperative Agreement For Manage ment of Nassau's Newest Water Authority Under Terms of Two-Year Innovative Partnership SCWA to Provide Expertise in Various Capacities

Sep 16, 2022

WANS, SCWA Enter into Cooperative Agreement For Management of Nassau’s Newest Water Authority Under Terms of Two-Year Innovative Partnership, SCWA to Provide Expertise in Various Capacities

SCWA Applies for Nearly $60 Million in Grants For Water Infrastructure and Treatment Projects

Sep 13, 2022

The Suffolk County Water Authority has applied for nearly $60 million in funding from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) for key water infrastructure projects throughout the SCWA service territory. If approved, the grants would fund vital water quality projects in numerous communities.

Emergency Water Conservation Alert!

Sep 02, 2022

For all SCWA customers to immediately stop using irrigation systems between midnight and 7am.

6,000 Feet of New Water Main Replaces Smaller, Aging Pipe in North Babylon

Aug 16, 2022

Larger Pipe Will Improve Water Pressure, Fire Protection in Area

Community Leaders Urge Immediate Water Conservation At Press Conference in Southampton on Tuesday

Aug 01, 2022

Local Firefighters, Emergency Services Workers, Elected Officials, Join Call For Conservation During Underway Hot and Dry Period

Emergency Water Conservation Alert!

Aug 01, 2022

For East Hampton, Southampton, Southold, & Shelter Island to immediately stop using irrigation systems between midnight and 7am.

Residents Urged to Conserve Water During Current Hot and Dry Weather

Jul 22, 2022

With continued hot and dry weather leading to excessive early morning water use that is pushing water infrastructure to its limits, the Suffolk County Water Authority is urging residents to immediately take steps to conserve water.

Governor Hochul Announces $255 Million in Grants Available for Critical Water Infrastructure Projects Statewide

Jul 07, 2022

Includes $20 Million for Suffolk County to Help Address Substandard or Failing Systems.

West Islip Distribution Network Improved

Jul 01, 2022

More Than 1,000 Feet of New Pipe Installed on McCall Road and Surrounding Streets.

Suffolk Legislature Unanimously Appoints Charles Lefkowitz To a Five-Year Term on SCWA Board

Jun 08, 2022

Community Leader, Businessman and Former Brookhaven Town Councilman Named to Board in 18-0 Vote on Tuesday.

Shelter Island Approves Long-Term Agreement for SCWA Management of West Neck Water District

Jun 02, 2022

Water system serves approximately 200 people in northwest Shelter Island.

Montauk Water Main Upgraded

May 19, 2022

Nearly 3,600 Feet of Pipe Improvements for Second House Road and Surrounding Streets.

SCWA, Riverhead Seek Ways to Work Together To Bring Safe Water to Area Impacted by PFAS

May 10, 2022

Officials Discuss Most Effective Way to Bring Public Water To Manorville Residents Using Private Wells.

Copiague Water Main Upgraded

May 02, 2022

Nearly 5,000 Feet of Pipe Improvements for Buena Vista Blvd and Surrounding Side Streets.

With New Dedicated Unit, SCWA Reinforces Focus On Transitioning Suffolk Residents to Public Water

Apr 25, 2022

Customer Growth Division Seeks to Attract 25,000 Residents Still Using Private Wells.

SCWA To Receive Nearly $19 million in Grants for Key Water Quality Improvement Projects

Apr 21, 2022

Governor Hochul Announced New Round of EFC Awards Yesterday.

SCWA Replaces More than 2,200 Feet of Water Main On Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike

Apr 07, 2022

New, Larger Pipe Will Improve Water Pressure, Fire Protection in Area.

SCWA Water Meets Health Standards for PFAS

Apr 04, 2022

Treatment Systems Installed and Operational Across Service Territory.

Water Utility Saving Power Too

Mar 15, 2022

Energy Conservation Program Issues Over $100,000 Rebate to SCWA.

SCWA Closing in on Completion Of Strategic Plan 2025

Feb 28, 2022

First Written Business Plan in Utility’s History Will be Approximately 80% Finished by Year’s End.

Central Islip Water Main Upgraded

Feb 24, 2022

More than 3,500 Feet of Pipe Improvements for Carlton Ave and Surrounding Side Streets.

SCWA Water Main Extension Will Serve New Housing Complex for Shinnecock Nation

Jan 14, 2022

More than 1,200 Feet Being Installed this Week.

SCWA Applies for $30 Million in Grant Funding For Key Infrastructure Projects

Nov 24, 2021

New Water Quality Treatment Systems, Supply Pipelines, On List.

Reduce Water Use as Autumn Weather Takes Hold

Oct 26, 2021

Turning Off Sprinklers, Hoses Among Top Recommendations.

Bellport Water Main Upgraded

Sep 20, 2021

Nearly 4,000 Feet of Pipe Improvements for Michigan Ave & Patchogue Ave.

Important News About Tropical Storm Henri

Aug 21, 2021

SCWA prepares for Tropical Storm Henri

Inefficient Lawn Watering Threatens L.I. Long-term Water Supply

Jul 19, 2021

Nassau and Suffolk Counties Join Forces to Declare July Smart Lawn Watering Month.

SCWA Makes Juneteenth An Official Company Holiday

Jun 25, 2021

Board Approves Day Off to Celebrate Black Freedom in America.

SCWA to Host Virtual Forum On Long Island's Water Supply

Jun 23, 2021

Discussion Will Feature Prominent Panelists Covering Issues that Will Define the Island’s Future.

SCWA A Year Ahead of Schedule To Meet New PFOS/PFOA Regulation

Jun 10, 2021

Investments in GAC Treatment Systems Throughout Service Territory Help Utility Supply Drinking Water Adhering to Highly Protective Standard.

SCWA Installs More than 5,000 Feet of Water Main On County Road 31 in Westhampton

Jun 04, 2021

New Pipe Will Boost Available Water Supply, Improve Fire Protection.

Wheatley Heights Water Main Upgraded

Jun 01, 2021

More than 2,500 Feet of Pipe Improvements for Barrington Drive, Willow Street.

SCWA Seeks $28.6 Million in Federal Funding For Four Key Infrastructure Projects

May 27, 2021

Projects Would Include Bolstering the North Fork Water Supply, Extending Public Water to Neighborhood with PFAS Contamination.

Fitch Reaffirms SCWA AAA Ratings for 2021

May 10, 2021

Rating Agency Cites Strong Revenue Defensibility and Low Operating Risk.

SCWA Takes Steps to Provide Public Water To Manorville Residents with Polluted Wells

Apr 30, 2021

Engineering Report Completed, Type II Action Declared, Funding Sought As Authority Stands Ready to Provide a Safe Drinking Water Supply.

DA Sini & SCWA Chairman Halpin Announce Historic Partnership To Monitor Groundwater, Identify & Investigate Polluters

Apr 23, 2021

First-of-its-Kind Partnership Announced on Earth Day 2021.

Patchogue Infrastructure Underway on South Summit Avenue

Mar 23, 2021

More than 2,500 Feet of Water Main Upgraded in Village.

Suffolk Legislature Reappoints Elizabeth Mercado to a Five-Year Term on SCWA Board

Mar 18, 2021

Vote is 17-0 with One abstention for Former Brentwood Board of Education President

SCWA Offices Now Open to the Public

Mar 15, 2021

SCWA offices, including the Customer Service Walk-in Center, are once again open to the public.

Jeff Szabo Named to EPA National Drinking Water Advisory Council

Mar 08, 2021

Suffolk County Water Authority Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Szabo has been named to serve on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Drinking Water Advisory Council, making him the first SCWA official to ever serve on that prestigious body.

Jackie Gordon joins SCWA Board

Feb 04, 2021

Appointment Creates First Female Majority Board in SCWA History.

Retail Cash Payments Now Easier Than Ever

Jan 20, 2021

Paying your SCWA bill in cash has never been easier. All SCWA bills now include a Kubra EZ-PAY badge on the reverse side that can be scanned at any 7-Eleven, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart Speedway, Dollar General, or Family Dollar location.

ATTENTION NORTHPORT CUSTOMERS - BOIL WATER NOTICE CANCELLED

Residents and Businesses located on western end of Makamah Beach Road in Northport, no longer need to boil their water before using.

SCWA, Thiele Help Bridgehampton Get Students Back to School

Nov 30, 2020

Expediting Water Main Connection to New School Building Allows for In-Person Classes to Start Sooner than Expected.

SCWA Adds Half-Mile of Water Main To Serve New East Moriches Customers

Nov 18, 2020

The Suffolk County Water Authority has installed a half-mile of new pipeline in East Moriches to serve new customers in the vicinity of Smith Street and Bay Avenue.

SCWA Unveils New 900,000-Gallon Water Storage Tank in Amagansett

Sep 17, 2020

Cross Highway Tank to Help East End Meet Peak Demand, Boost Water Pressure.

Customer Service Walk-in Center Now Open

Aug 21, 2020

SCWA's Customer Service Walk-in Center has re-opened to the public. Click here for full hours and visitor rules.

SCWA Honors Top Water Saver

Aug 20, 2020

Kurt from Bay Shore is the recipient of SCWA's "Top Saver Award" after cutting back on his water use by 43% compared to last year.

SCWA Installs 5,675 feet of New Water Main in Laurel

Aug 06, 2020

SCWA recently installed 5,675 feet of new 6-inch and 8-inch ductile iron water main on Main Road, Franklinville Road and Aldrich Lane in Laurel to bring a high quality drinking water supply to residents and businesses that had been using private wells. SCWA Director of Construction/Maintenance Paul Kuzman (pointing) is pictured discussing the project with Steven Grimes, owner of Roadwork Construction.

To Protect Ratepayers and the Environment, SCWA Bans Open Loop Geothermal Systems

Jul 29, 2020

Applications for Groundwater-Wasting Open Loop Systems That Use the Public Water Supply Will Now be Denied.

SCWA Hits New Water Pumping Peak Amid Summer Heat Wave

Jul 20, 2020

Utility Urges Conservation as Water Use Hits 545,000 Gallons per Minute on Monday Morning

All Customers: Change the Settings on Your Irrigation Controllers - DO NOT Irrigate During the Hours of 3 A.M. to 7 A.M.

Jul 17, 2020

We are asking all of our customers to change the settings on your irrigation controllers so they water every other day, not every day. We also ask that you adjust watering times so that your systems do not operate during the 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. hours.

OAKDALE CUSTOMERS - BOIL WATER NOTICE CANCELLED

Jul 02, 2020

Residents and Businesses located on Montauk Highway between Canterbury Ct and Locust Avenue including Canterbury Ct in Oakdale NY no longer need to boil their water before using.

SCWA Receives Federal Reimbursement For PFOS/PFOA Remediation

Jun 24, 2020

Senator Charles Schumer Key in Holding Department of Defense Accountable.

Fitch, S&P Reaffirm SCWA AAA Ratings for 2020

May 01, 2020

Bank of America Wins Bid to Underwrite $87 Million in Bonds That Will Help Finance Authority’s Capital Program.

SCWA Helps Supply Water to Southside Surge Hospital For COVID-19 Patients

Apr 08, 2020

Authority Connects Hospital’s Hydrant to Supply New Emergency Facility.

Bishop Reappointed to SCWA Board

Mar 17, 2020

Former Congressman Will Serve on SCWA Board for Full Five-Year Term.

SCWA Enacts Temporary Policy Changes Amid COVID-19 Outbreak

Mar 13, 2020

Water service and water quality remain unimpacted.

ATTENTION CUSTOMERS:

Mar 10, 2020

Please know that your water service will not be interrupted, nor will the quality of your water be impacted as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. According to the CDC, the COVID-19 virus is not waterborne, and all SCWA water is already treated with chlorine for disinfection purposes.

SCWA Unveils Newest Hydration Station At Amityville Youth Center

Mar 02, 2020

Town of Babylon Partnership Helps Promote Sustainability.

An Update on Emerging Contaminants

Feb 07, 2020

New regulation schedule for PFOS, PFOA and 1,4-dioxane. NYS Council to study 1,2,3-Trichloropropane and perchlorate. What this means for SCWA, and what it means for our customers.

SCWA Hosts WaterTalk in Kings Park

Jan 27, 2020

Public Forum Allows Residents to Ask Questions On Water Quality and Other Key Topics.

SCWA to Connect over 100 East Quogue Residents to Public Water

Jan 21, 2020

Customers formerly on private home wells contaminated with PFOS and PFOA now have access to safe SCWA water.

SCWA Approves Quarterly Fee To Fund Contaminant Cleanup Costs

Nov 22, 2019

$20 Charge Will Fund Development of Treatment Systems To Remove 1,4-Dioxane, PFOS and PFOA throughout Service Territory.

SCWA Wins National Award for Sustainability

Oct 31, 2019

Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies cites the Authority’s Numerous Water-saving and Energy-saving Initiatives.

SCWA Receives Approval for PFOS/PFOA Test That is Faster, Less Expensive and Detects to a Lower Level

Oct 28, 2019

State Department of Health Allows Method That Detects Perfluorinated Compounds at Two Parts-Per-Trillion.

Hydration Station Unveiled In Downtown Sag Harbor

Sep 17, 2019

Collaboration between SCWA, Village Promotes Sustainability, Public Water Supply.

SCWA to Receive $4 Million in Funding From Feds to Treat for Emerging Contaminant

Sep 09, 2019

Schumer Helps Water Authority Secure Key Funding That Will Help Protect Suffolk Ratepayer.

Hydration Station Unveiled for East Hampton Village

Aug 23, 2019

The stations offer beachgoers an easy way to refill reusable water bottles. It is estimated that tens of millions of plastic water bottles are thrown out in the United States every day.

Water Main Project to Provide Major Supply Boost, Central Pine Barrens Water, to Westhampton Area

Jun 28, 2019

Project Underway on Speonk Riverhead Road to Provide Up to Two Million Gallons of Water per Day.

SCWA Applauds NYS Senate and Assembly for Banning 1,4-dioxane in Consumer Products

Jun 21, 2019

“The best way to assure that 1,4-dioxane does not ultimately reach our precious groundwater supply is to remove it from household products, and so we applaud the state Senate and Assembly for their wisdom in approving this legislation and encourage Governor Cuomo to sign it into law expediently.”

State Legislature Approves Historic Bill Ending Loopholes for Drinking Water Polluters

Jun 05, 2019

If Signed into Law, Bill Will Protect Long Island Ratepayers.

ATTENTION CUSTOMERS:

Do not be fooled by scammers. Only in an emergency would SCWA collect water samples from customers' homes without an appointment. All SCWA employees carry SCWA identification with them and drive official SCWA vehicles. You can always call (631) 698-9500 to verify an employee's identity.

LICAP Unveils Water Conservation Campaign To Preserve LI’s Greatest Natural Resource

May 16, 2019

Logo, Digital Ad Campaign, Website and Social Media Pages Mark Beginning of Long-Term Public Engagement Initiative.

SCWA, Legislator Spencer Announce New Water Treatment System for Huntington

Apr 12, 2019

Advanced Oxidation Process System will Remove 1,4-dioxane from Drinking Water.

To Preserve Long Island’s Most Precious Resource, SCWA Adopts Tiered Rate to Promote Conservation

Mar 29, 2019

Beginning April 1, Customers Who Exceed Certain Levels of Water Use Will Be Charged a Higher Rate for the Extra Water.

Suffolk Legislature Unanimously Reappoints Mattera, Appoints Elizabeth Mercado to SCWA Board

Mar 06, 2019

The Suffolk County Legislature at its meeting on Tuesday voted unanimously to reappoint Mario Mattera to a second five-year term on the Suffolk County Water Authority Board and appoint Elizabeth Mercado to a first term ending in 2021.

SCWA Hosts Long Island Water Conference Legislative Forum

Feb 19, 2019

The Long Island Water Conference held their 2019 Legislative Forum at the Water Authority's Hauppauge Education Center on Thursday, February 14th. All New York State elected officials who represent Long Island were invited to attend, as well as all Nassau County and Suffolk County Elected Officials. The Long Island Water Conference's presentation to lawmakers is available for download by clicking the link inside this update.

SCWA Waiving Late Fees, Disconnections for Federal Employees During Government Shutdown

Jan 24, 2019

Policy applies to Water Authority customers who are federal employees, either furloughed workers or those on job but not being paid.

SCWA, Town of East Hampton, Announce Completion of Wainscott Water Main Installation

Dec 21, 2018

45,000 Feet of Water Main installed in Just Four Months Will Bring Safe Drinking Water to Area Impacted by Contamination.

Halpin Appointed Chairman of SCWA By Suffolk County Legislature

Dec 19, 2018

Former Suffolk County Executive to Succeed James Gaughran.

Gaughran Announces State Legislation Giving Water Suppliers More Time to Sue Polluters of Long Island’s Aquifer

Dec 14, 2018

Bill Would Provide a Clear Statute of Limitations in Incidents Involving Contamination, Help to Prevent Polluters from Escaping Responsibility.

SCWA, Town of Southampton Host Forum to Discuss Potential Operating Agreement for Hampton Bays Water Distrcit with Residents

Dec 03, 2018

SCWA joined Town of Southampton officials for an informational meeting at the Hampton Bays High School on November 28 to go over parameters for a potential operational agreement by which SCWA would manage the Hampton Bays Water District.

SCWA Holds WaterTalk in Setauket

Nov 14, 2018

Three Village Civic Association Hosts Water Forum.

SCWA Finishes Automated Meter Reading Project Under Budget and Ahead of Schedule

Nov 01, 2018

Project that Began with a Pilot Project in August of 2008 Brings Tremendous Efficiency, Near Elimination of Manual Reads.

Chairman Gaughran meets with Senator Schumer About Providing Safe Water in Westhampton

Sep 04, 2018

Schumer says reimbursement for PFOS/PFOA remediation action taken by SCWA is included in annual defense budget bill. Urges House of Representatives to pass companion amendment.

SCWA, Town of East Hampton, Kick Off Water Main Project in Wainscott

Aug 20, 2018

Installation of 45,000 Feet of Water Main Will Bring Safe Drinking Water To Area Impacted by Contamination from Perfluorinated Chemicals.

SCWA, Town of East Hampton Submit Application For State Grant to Fund Wainscott Project

Aug 03, 2018

Funding Sought to Mitigate Local Cost of Massive Water Main Installation.

Fitch, S&P Assign AAA Ratings to New SCWA Bonds, Affirm AAA Rating on Existing SCWA Bonds

Jul 17, 2018

New Water System Revenue Bonds Scheduled for Sale This Week.

SCWA Appoints First Female CFO

Jul 02, 2018

Elizabeth K. Vassallo Promoted from Acting CFO, Will Oversee Finances of Utility Serving 1.2 Million.

SCWA Programs Encourage Water Conservation During the Summer Lawn Watering Season

Jun 20, 2018

Home Usage Checkups, Account Credits, Available for all SCWA Customers

SCWA Visits Ronkonkoma Civic Association

Jun 19, 2018

RCA members ask questions about local water quality, testing procedures, MacArthur Airport.

SCWA Adds More than 3,000 Feet of Water Main In Noyac to Improve Water Distribution

May 07, 2018

New Water Main Will Provide Improved Water Pressure for Residents in Areas at Higher Elevation.

LICAP to Hold Lotteries in Four Communities To Give Away Smart Sprinkler Systems

Apr 17, 2018

Effort is Part of Major Water Conservation Outreach Campaign to Preserve Long Island’s Sole Source Aquifer.

State Approves Funding in Support of LICAP

Apr 03, 2018

$200,000 in New York State Budget Will Fund WaterTraq, Outreach.

Bishop, Gaughran Sworn-in to SCWA Board Posts

Mar 28, 2018

Former Congressman Tim Bishop and SCWA Chairman James F. Gaughran were sworn-in for their repective terms on the SCWA Board, Tuesday.

SCWA Wins Two Awards For Infrastructure Projects

Mar 23, 2018

Water Utility to Be Honored at New York’s Water Event on April 11 for Tank and Treatment Projects.

Public Hearing on Rates Set for March 27

Mar 22, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN a Public Hearing will be held on March 27, 2018 at 5:00 P.M. at the Offices of Suffolk County Water Authority, 4060 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, New York, to consider rate increases for certain Suffolk County Water Authority service classifications.

Suffolk Legislature Appoints Tim Bishop to SCWA Board, Reappoints Jim Gaughran as Chairman

Mar 21, 2018

Both Measures Approved Unanimously.

SCWA Holds WaterTalk in Middle Island

Mar 20, 2018

Public Outreach Program Answers Residents’ Water Questions.

SCWA 1,4-Dioxane Treatment System Approved by New York State

Feb 26, 2018

Innovative Treatment System Developed by Utility Could Pave the Way For Treatment of an Emerging Contaminant of Concern.

SCWA, Local Legislators Hold Community Meeting in Bohemia

Feb 06, 2018

SCWA assures Bohemia residents their drinking water does not contain detectable levels of PFOS and meets all drinking water standards.

To Bohemia Customers

Feb 01, 2018

Water is safe to drink in Bohemia.

WaterTalk in Deer Park

Jan 30, 2018

Suffolk County Water Authority will host its popular WaterTalk education program at the Deer Park High School Auditorium at 6:00 p.m.

"Hydration Station” Unveiled at Peconic Recreation Center

Jan 02, 2018

Collaboration between SCWA, Town of Southold Promotes Sustainability, Public Water Supply.

SCWA Wishes a Fond Farewell to Board Member Dr. Errol Toulon, Jr.

Dec 27, 2017

Suffolk County Sheriff-Elect served on SCWA Board since 2010.

Hydration Station Unveiled at Southampton Town Hall

Dec 08, 2017

Collaboration between SCWA, Town of Southampton Promotes Sustainability, Public Water Supply.

SCWA Pursues Legal Action against Companies Responsible For PFOS, PFOA and 1,4-Dioxane Contamination

Dec 01, 2017

Complaints Filed in Eastern District Seek Recovery of Costs of Removing Contaminants from Public Water Supply.

SCWA Collaborates with NYS CCWT

Nov 17, 2017

Representatives from the New York State Center for Clean Water Technology at Stony Brook University meet with SCWA Engineers this week to discuss the Authority's Advanced Oxidation Process system, designed to remove 1,4-dioxane from drinking water.

Standing Up for Water: SCWA Awards 1st Aquifer Activist Fun Patch to Scouts

Nov 17, 2017

The Suffolk County Water Authority this month launched its Aquifer Activist Fun Patch program.

Fire Academy Honors SCWA for Two Decades of Support

Oct 27, 2017

New York Wildfire & Incident Management Academy Celebrates 20th Anniversary.

CEO Szabo Re-Elected to AMWA Board

Oct 23, 2017

Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies votes top SCWA executive to second term.

SCWA Awarded more than $2 Million in Grants Under State Water Infrastructure Program

Oct 10, 2017

Funds Will Help Pay for the Removal of 1,4-Dioxane and the Extension Of Nearly 7,000 Feet of Water Main in East Farmingdale.

SCWA Engineer Presents For Governor's Drinking Water Quality Council

Oct 03, 2017

SCWA Water Quality Engineer Joseph Roccaro gave a presentation on the Authority's Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) treatment system before Governor Cuomo’s Drinking Water Quality Council, during the Council's first meeting at Stony Brook University. The AOP system is expected to remove 97% of 1,4-dioxane from groundwater.

SCWA Prepared for Hurricane Season

Sep 21, 2017

Contingency Plans in Place to Keep Water Flowing Even in the Event of Significant Power Outages

“Hydration Station” Unveiled at Babylon Town Hall

Sep 14, 2017

Collaboration between SCWA, Town of Babylon Promotes Sustainability, Public Water Supply.

Collaboration between SCWA, Town of Islip Promotes Sustainability, Public Water Supply

Sep 08, 2017

Hydration Station Open to the Public Unveiled at Islip Town Hall

SCWA Replaces Old Undersized Main in Stony Brook Community

Sep 06, 2017

Upgrades will Improve Service, Fire Protection for Local Residents

SCWA Replaces Nearly 1,500 Feet of Water Main Near Bellport Middle School

Aug 15, 2017

New, Larger Pipe Will Provide Greater Fire Protection for Area And Greater Protection from Water Main Breaks.

NYC Children Experience a Breath of Fresh Air in Suffolk County

Aug 03, 2017

Suffolk County Water Authority supplied water bottles for all of the Fresh Air children to help keep them active and hydrated all summer long.

SCWA’s Two AAA Bond Ratings Among Best in Nation

Jul 20, 2017

Fitch, Standard and Poor's Cite Strong Budget Process and Oversight

More Than 3,000 Feet of Water Main to be Replaced in Huntington

Jul 12, 2017

Upgrades will Improve Service, Fire Protection for Local Residents.

SCWA Replacing Nearly 1,400 feet of Outdated Water Main in Northport

Jun 22, 2017

New Pipe Will Greatly Improve Distribution, Reliability, Pressure and Fire Protection.

SCWA Holds WaterTalk in Sag Harbor

Jun 08, 2017

The forums, held regularly across Suffolk County, were created to give Suffolk residents an opportunity to discuss groundwater quality issues and other topics, including water conservation, with SCWA experts.

SCWA Opens Education Center

May 23, 2017

Facility at Formerly Unused Hauppauge Office Space Contains Exhibits and Hands-On Activities

Chairman Gaughran & Assemblyman Thiele Tout Key Legislation for SCWA Customers

Suffolk County Water Authority Chairman James F. Gaughran and New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. at Assemblyman Thiele’s Bridgehampton office with the New York State legislation signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo last fall that allows unpaid SCWA customer balances to be placed as liens on property tax bills, thereby allowing SCWA to recoup hundreds of thousands of dollars per year that otherwise would ultimately be paid by ratepayers who pay their bills on time.

Suffolk Legislature Unanimously Reappoints Jane Devine to 3rd Term on SCWA Board

May 17, 2017

Former County Legislator Co-Authored SCWA Reform Initiatives

SCWA Board Approves Annual Budget

Apr 05, 2017

2018 Budget Will Keep Costs Down While Funding Key Initiatives

Northport WaterTalk Forum Rescheduled

Apr 05, 2017

Second Installment of Planned Ten-Year Series To Be Held at American Legion on April 11

Northport WaterTalk Forum Postponed

Mar 13, 2017

Second Installment of Planned Ten-Year Series Will be Rescheduled Shortly

SCWA Sets Northport WaterTalk Forum To Foster Dialogue on Groundwater Quality

Mar 06, 2017

Second Installment of Planned Ten-Year Series To Be Held at American Legion on March 14

SCWA to Install 6,520 Feet of Pipe in Sag Harbor Area To Improve Fire Protection and Water Distribution

Mar 02, 2017

Project to be Funded by NYS Drinking Water State Revolving Fund

SCWA Joins State and County Officials In Pushing for 1,4-Dioxane Regulation

Feb 17, 2017

New York State has pledged to assist with funds to offset the capital and operating expenses if water suppliers are required to build AOP equipment at numerous pump stations.

SCWA Reminds Residents to Clear Hydrants of Snow

With snow imminent for Long Island, SCWA is reminding residents to keep fire hydrants clear of snow and ice this week.

SCWA Teams up with Brinkmann’s in Blue Point to Promote Water Conservation

Feb 03, 2017

Sign up for a free Water Wise Checkup or join our Water Wise Club to receive a credit just for purchasing select Brinkmann’s products

SCWA to Launch WaterTalk Initiative To Foster Dialogue on Groundwater Quality

Jan 11, 2017

First Installment of Planned Ten-Year Series Set for East Hampton Library on January 18

SCWA to Upgrade Backup Generators

Jan 04, 2017

State Grant to Facilitate System-wide Improvements

SCWA Urges Residents to Seek Proper Identification from Purported Utility Workers Seeking Entry into their Homes

Jan 04, 2017

Don't be fooled by imposters. After recent reports of robberies in Nassau County by men claiming to be water utility workers, SCWA reminds customers to always ask for identification for anyone claiming to be an SCWA employee seeking entry to your home.

SCWA Lab gets 100% Proficiency Rating from NYS Dept of Health

Dec 05, 2016

Perfect score from NYS Department of Health has become routine for Suffolk County Water Authority

SCWA 1,4-Dioxane Pilot Project Approved by New York State

Nov 14, 2016

Innovative Treatment System Developed by Utility Could Pave the Way For Treatment of an Emerging Contaminant of Concern

Riverhead Meeting Concludes State of the Aquifer Report Public Hearings

Oct 25, 2016

LICAP Will Accept Written Testimony through November 3

Students to Conduct Scientific Research On the Peconic Estuary this Friday

Oct 19, 2016

Over 900 students and teachers from eighteen different schools grades three through twelve will join natural resource experts to engage in hands-on citizen science exploration at twenty-three sites on the Peconic Estuary this Friday.

SCWA Receives Platinum Award For Utility Excellence from AMWA

Oct 17, 2016

Utility Is One of Ten Water Suppliers Nationwide Recognized for Management Excellence

S&P Raises SCWA Ratings to Highest Possible Level

Oct 14, 2016

Action Comes One Day after Fitch Takes Similar Action, Making SCWA One of Only 75 Suppliers Nationwide with Two AAA Bond Ratings

SCWA Bill to Reduce Write-Off Losses Signed into Law

Oct 05, 2016

Measure Will Enable SCWA to Recoup on average more than $580,000 Annually

First State of the Aquifer Report Subject of LICAP Public Hearings

Sep 30, 2016

Dates are 10/13, 10/17 and 10/20

New Main Project in Huntington part of NYS Drinking Water State Revolving Fund

Sep 28, 2016

Nearly 6,000 Feet of Water Main will be Replaced, Improved

LICAP Launches Groundbreaking ‘WaterTraq’ Initiative

Sep 19, 2016

Water Quality Information Now Available to Public 24/7

SCWA, Russell, Krupski Meet with Southold Residents to Discuss Water Conservation

Sep 14, 2016

Urge Residents to Adopt Odd/Even Watering Schedule

Fuller Briefs NYS Legislators on Groundwater Threats, Conservation Efforts, WaterTraq

Sep 13, 2016

Discusses New WaterTraq Program, East End Conservation Iniriative

New SCWA main to service 94 new customers

Aug 22, 2016

7,000 Feet of Water Main Installed at New Subdivision in Ridge

SCWA, Assemblyman Thiele, Legislator Fleming To Host Water Conservation Meeting

Aug 08, 2016

Forum Tonight at Rogers Memorial Library Will Focus On the Many Reasons to Use Water Wisely

SCWA Issues Stage 1 Water Alert

Jul 20, 2016

Encourages residents to conserve where possible, adjust irrigation timers

SCWA Creates Division of Strategic Initiatives To Prepare Authority for the Future

Jul 12, 2016

Lead Hydrogeologist Ty Fuller Tapped to Lead Division That Will Make Operations more Sustainable and Efficient

Eaton’s Neck Road Water Main Replacement To Improve Water Pressure in Eaton’s Neck

Jul 07, 2016

Project between Steers Ave. and Ocean Ave. in Northport Will Result in Detours for Next Two Weeks

New Water Main in Peconic

Jun 23, 2016

Additional 8,000 Feet Will Improve Distribution to North Fork Residents

SCWA Plan to Reduce Write-Off Losses Approved by State Legislature

Jun 23, 2016

If Signed by Governor, Measure Would Enable SCWA to Recoup more than $500,000 Annually

SCWA, County Health, Leg. Spencer Host Lead Safety Forum for Schools

Jun 15, 2016

Event at SCWA Education Center Offers Guidance to Districts On Addressing Potential Hazards of Lead in Drinking Water

SCWA Announces Three-Point Plan For East End Water Conservation

May 17, 2016

Success of Initiatives Would Preserve Aquifers, Slow Infrastructure Expenditures

New SCWA Iron Filter in Ronkonkoma in Service

Apr 12, 2016

Filter Should Fully Address Any Issues with Iron and Manganese

SCWA Approves Budgets That Look to the Future

Apr 01, 2016

Spending Plans for Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2017 Emphasize Proactive Thinking, Technological Upgrades

Halpin Sworn in for Third Term on SCWA Board

Mar 29, 2016

Signs Oath of Office Registry Prior to March Board Meeting

Halpin Reappointed to Third Term On SCWA Board

Mar 01, 2016

Co-Authored Key Reform Initiatives

Important Information from SCWA Regarding Lead Testing

Feb 16, 2016

Providing Customers Safe Drinking Water SCWA's Top Priority

SCWA Supports Proper Disposal of Unused Medications

Feb 05, 2016

More than One Ton of Pharmaceuticals Collected

SCWA Prepared for Winter Storm Jonas

Jan 22, 2016

Authority Urges Customers to Keep Hydrants Clear of Ice and Snow

SCWA, Brookhaven, Close on a Mutually Beneficial Land Swap

Dec 18, 2015

5-Acre Parcel Part of Carmans River Watershed

Water Main Replacement in Sound Beach To Bring Improved Fire Protection

Dec 18, 2015

3,760-Foot Project Completed on Echo Avenue

Bond Refunding Nets SCWA Customers More Than
$9 Million in Savings

Nov 19, 2015

Savings to Be Realized through 2032

Nearly 3,500 Feet of New Main in Mattituck

Nov 19, 2015

SCWA Adding Pipe on Westphalia Road, County Route 48

SCWA Introduces Strategic Plan 2025

Oct 30, 2015

The Suffolk County Water Authority unveils Strategic Plan 2025

SCWA Honored for Water Quality Protection

Oct 27, 2015

The Suffolk County Water Authority was honored by the Pine Barrens Society

High SCWA Ratings Affirmed by Fitch, S&P

Oct 13, 2015

Agencies Note SCWA’s “Exceptionally Low Water Rates” And Region’s Abundant, High Quality Water

SCWA Replaces More Than 4,000 Feet of Water Main In Village of Southampton

Sep 24, 2015

New, Larger Pipe Will Provide Greater Fire Protection for Area

SCWA Replaces More than 2,000 Feet Of Water Main in Deer Park

Aug 12, 2015

New, Larger Pipe Will Improve Water Pressure and Fire Protection

SCWA Adds Iron Removal Filter To Easton Street Pump Station

Jul 24, 2015

Infrastructure Investment Will Prevent Rusty Water Conditions For Residents of Ronkonkoma and Surrounding Communities

At the Finish Line

Jul 17, 2015

400 Gallons of SCWA Cool Refreshment

SCWA Adds 2,150-Foot Water Main Extension To Serve New Development in Yaphank

Jun 24, 2015

Project Will Serve Residents of The Meadows

SCWA Launches Fire Department Outreach Program

Jun 15, 2015

Operational Overview Tailored to Suffolk Fire Departments

SCWA Receives $22.5 Million To Bolster Storm Preparation

Jun 12, 2015

Grant/Zero-Interest Loan Will Fund Emergency Generators, Water Main

SCWA Replaces Water Main On Crooked Hill Road

May 27, 2015

New, Larger Pipe Along 3,355-foot Stretch Will Provide Greater Water Pressure and Fire Protection for Area

Innovative SCWA Pilot Program Streamlines Water Main Installation

May 08, 2015

Project at Great River Development Will Save Time and Money

SCWA Board Member Errol Toulon Jr Reappointed by Suffolk Legislature

Apr 30, 2015

Receives Second Term Tuesday in 16-0 Vote

SCWA Celebrates Earth Day with Students At Cherokee Street Elementary School

Apr 27, 2015

More than 100 Kindergarten Students Given Reusable Bottles

SCWA Adds Water Main for Shirley Development

Apr 10, 2015

Installation Completed on 4,520-foot Extension

SCWA Approves Budgets that Bolster Infrastructure

Apr 02, 2015

Water Main Replacement, Distribution System Improvements Highlight Operating and Capital Fiscal Plans

SCWA Urges Residents to Seek Proper Identification from Purported Utility Workers Seeking Entry into their Homes

Feb 04, 2015

Recent Reported Incidents Demonstrate Need to Take Proper Precautions When Approached by Someone Claiming to Be a Utility Worker

With Major Storm on Way, SCWA Urges Residents To Keep Hydrants Clear, Take Precautions

Jan 26, 2015

Authority Prepared to Keep Water Flowing to its Customers Even in the Event of Power Loss

SCWA Provides Water Bottles to Pediatric Patients

Dec 17, 2014

Goal is to Ensure Young Patients are Drinking Enough Water

With Early Freeze, SCWA Urges Residents To Shut Off Hose Bibs and Protect Pipes

Nov 20, 2014

Precautionary Measures Can Save Customers Money, Avoid Inconvenience

SCWA Water Main Extension in North Haven Is Largest South Fork Project in 13 Years

Nov 19, 2014

Water Main Installation Completed on Nearly 18,000-foot Project

Water Protection Training Exercise

Nov 07, 2014

SCWA and National Guard Join Forces

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SCWA Participates in “Day in the Life of the Nissequogue River”

Oct 27, 2014

Discussing Findings of Citizen Scientists

SCWA Chairman Addresses Audience at Water Quality Symposium

Oct 17, 2014

Suffolk County Water Authority Chairman James F. Gaughran participated in a panel discussion focusing on the current state of Long Island’s drinking water

SCWA Launches First of its Kind Online Backflow Test Portal

Oct 01, 2014

Utility Will Be First in New York to Offer Eco-Friendly, Easy-to-Use and Free Service for Testers

SCWA Joins County, Citizens Campaign for National Drug Take-Back Day

Sep 25, 2014

Event to Take Place on Saturday, September 27 With Drop-Off Locations All Over Suffolk

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SCWA Installs 4,340 Feet of Water Main To Bolster Wyandanch Rising Infrastructure

Aug 29, 2014

12” Ductile Iron Pipe Will Serve Residents, Merchants Of Upcoming Project Revitalizing the Downtown Area

Fitch Affirms SCWA’s AAA Rating

Aug 27, 2014

Agency Notes SCWA’s Well-Managed Operations And Region’s Abundant, High Quality Water

More Than 3,700 Feet of Water Main Replaced in East Northport

Aug 06, 2014

Suffolk County Water Authority Project Will Bring Increased Water Pressure, Improved Fire Protection

Major Water Main Replacements On Way for Downtown Huntington

Aug 01, 2014

Projects Totaling Nearly 12,000 Feet Will Begin This Fall

SCWA Chief Executive Officer Reviews North Haven Project

Jul 24, 2014

Old and Undersized Water Main Replaced

SCWA Replaces Water Main in Shoreham

Jul 23, 2014

1,770 Feet of New, Larger Pipe Installed on Primary Road

Suffolk County Water Authority Debuts Education Center

Jul 07, 2014

Ribbon Cutting Held in Hauppauge on June 30

Drinking Water Warning Ends For Two Fire Island Communities

Jun 23, 2014

Ocean Bay Park and Point O’ Woods

For SCWA water customers in Ocean Bay Park and Point O’ Woods

Jun 21, 2014

DRINKING WATER WARNING/BOIL WATER ALERT

SCWA Replaces Nearly 6,000 Feet of Water Main In Village of Westhampton Beach

Jun 06, 2014

Infrastructure Project will Bring Improved Fire Protection, Water Pressure and Protection against Water Main Breaks

SCWA Officials Address Potential Impact of Debris On Future Drinking Water Supply

Jun 03, 2014

Chairman, Top Officials, Assure Public that Water Supply Is Safe, Assess Possible Long-term Ramifications

SCWA Replaces 6,000 Feet of Water Main In Heart of Babylon Village Downtown

May 20, 2014

Large Scale Infrastructure Project will Bring Better Reliability, Water Pressure and Fire Protection

For 3rd Straight Year, SCWA Takes Honor As Suffolk County’s Best Tasting Water

May 09, 2014

Contest Hosted by Long Island Water Conference This Week at Farmingdale State College

For 3rd Straight Year, SCWA Takes Honor As Suffolk County’s Best Tasting Water

May 09, 2014

Contest Hosted by Long Island Water Conference This Week at Farmingdale State College

SCWA Adds Second Water Main Bolstering Service in Montauk

Apr 10, 2014

3,437 foot Extension Connects Two Endpoints, Provides Improved Protection against Service Interruption

Mario Mattera Joins SCWA Board

Apr 01, 2014

Mario Mattera of St. James was sworn in as a SCWA Board member

LICAP Kicks Off at SCWA Headquarters

Mar 31, 2014

First Meeting Held

Suffolk Legislature Unanimously Approves Mario Mattera for SCWA Board

Mar 04, 2014

St. James Resident to be sworn in on March 31

Revenues from Surplus Land Sales Help SCWA Keep Rate Increase to Bare Minimum

Feb 25, 2014

With $3 Million in the Coffers from Recent Land Sales, Board Keeps Rise in Rates to Average of $4 per Year

SCWA Emerges from Winter Storm With Operations Running Smoothly

Jan 03, 2014

Encountered no significant water supply issues as a result of the punishing winter storm

With Major Storm on Way, SCWA Reminds Residents to Keep Hydrants Clear

Jan 02, 2014

Keep fire hydrants free of ice and snow

Long Island Commission on Aquifer Protection Approved Unanimously by Nassau Legislature

Dec 30, 2013

Action Means that Measure to Create Aquifer Protection Group May Be Able to Begin Its Work as Early as January

Schumer, Gaughran Seek Change on Federal Hydrant Ruling

Dec 10, 2013

EPA Ruling Would Cost SCWA Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars

Eight SCWA Water Main Extension Projects Add 10,000 Feet of Pipe on South Fork

Nov 04, 2013

Projects Completed Span from Eastport to Springs

SCWA Honored for Green Vehicle Fleet

Nov 01, 2013

GLICCC Cites Commitment to Use of Alternative Fuels

Long Island Commission on Aquifer Protection Approved Unanimously by Suffolk Legislature

Oct 09, 2013

Group Would Report on the State of our Aquifer System And Recommend Proactive Measures for its Protection

SCWA to Reach Out to Farmers To Begin Dialogue on Pesticides

Oct 01, 2013

Pilot Project Seeks to Reduce Impact to Groundwater Of Various Chemicals Used in Agricultural Production

SCWA Says Goodbye to Herman Miller, Welcomes New Deputy CEO for Operations

Sep 19, 2013

Joseph Pokorny Assumes Control Of SCWA’s Operations Department

Two SCWA Water Main Extension Projects Completed on North Fork

Sep 17, 2013

Projects in Cutchogue and New Suffolk Expand Service Territory by more than 1,800 Feet

Ten SCWA Water Main Extension Projects Underway or Just Completed on South Fork

Aug 15, 2013

From Southampton to Montauk, Projects Range From 243 Feet to 3,216 Feet

East Islip Water Infrastructure Project

Aug 05, 2013

1,552 feet of new ductile iron pipe for Yuma Lane

Heat Wave Brings Record Water Pumpage

Jul 19, 2013

With Usage Hitting 533,000 Gallons per Minute, SCWA Urges Customers to Use Water Prudently

SCWA, National Guard hold mock intruder exercise

Jun 18, 2013

Drill is believed to be one of the first of its kind.

Water Infrastructure Improvement Project

May 22, 2013

Water Infrastructure Improvement Project in the Village of Babylon

SCWA Water: Best Tasting on Long Island

May 10, 2013

Suffolk’s Largest Water Supplier Honored At Long Island Groundwater Symposium

Initial Long Island Groundwater Symposium Unites Water Professionals in a Common Cause

May 10, 2013

Suffolk County Water Authority, Long Island Water Conference, Co-Host Event Designed to Heighten Awareness of Need to Protect our Aquifers

SCWA Unveils Hydrogeology Kiosk at Mt. Sinai Park

Apr 29, 2013

Display Featuring Suffolk's Water Cycle Will Help Educate Park Visitors about the Source of our Water

SCWA, Stony Brook Students, Join Forces for Earth Day

Apr 29, 2013

SCWA, Stony Brook Students, Join Forces To Beautify Pump Station for Earth Day

In Aftermath of Sandy, SCWA Tests Private Wells of More Than 360 Homes

Mar 21, 2013

Initiative Aimed at Assuring Suffolk Families Using Private Wells That their water is still safe to drink

With Major Storm Arriving, SCWA Reminds Residents To Keep Hydrants Clear

Feb 08, 2013

With a major winter storm on the way, the Suffolk County Water Authority would like to remind

Entire Fire Island Water Supply Is Now Safe to Drink

Nov 29, 2012

Davis Park Water Supply, Restored this Morning, Completes Restoration of Water

Water Supply is Safe to Drink For Nearly All of Fire Island

Nov 21, 2012

SCWA announced today that the water supply is safe to drink in all Fire Island communities served by SCWA with the exception of Davis Park

SCWA Receives Gold Award from AMWA

Nov 20, 2012

Utility Is among Small Group Nationally Recognized for Management Excellence

SCWA to Offer Free Well Testing To those Impacted by Sandy

Nov 20, 2012

Initiative aims to ensure Suffolk families using private wells That their water is still safe to drink

SCWA Suggests that Those without Heat Shut Off Water to Prevent Frozen Pipes

Nov 15, 2012

As colder temperatures approach, residents without heat Should consider having their water supply temporarily turned off

SCWA Main Break in the Northport / Eatons Neck Area

Nov 02, 2012

The Northport / Eatons Neck area has been affected by a water main break caused by LIPA restoration.

SCWA Assesses Damage, Begins Water Restoration on Fire Island

Nov 02, 2012

Until further notice, island residents, except those in Ocean Beach, Should not use water for drinking purposes

SCWA Assures Customers Their Water is Safe and Fine to Drink

Oct 31, 2012

Reports of Unsafe Water Refer to Private Water Supplies, Not SCWA’s Public Water System

SCWA Prepared With Sandy Threatening East Coast

Oct 26, 2012

Customers Should Feel Secure that Water Supply Will Remain Uninterrupted During Storm

Comments of James F. Gaughran, Chairman SCWA

Oct 01, 2012

Environmental Protection Agency Public Meeting concerning Electronic Delivery of Consumer Confidence Reports

National Groundwater Day

Sep 11, 2012

National Protect Groundwater Day

E-Billing Contest Winner

Jul 27, 2012

E-Billing Contest Winner

Major Water Main Replacement Project

Jul 11, 2012

Major Water Main Replacement Project

A Second Term for Jane Devine

May 10, 2012

Suffolk Legislature unanimously reappoints Board Member

SCWA Takes Top Honor

May 10, 2012

SCWA Takes Top Honor At Water Tasting Contest

County Road 51 Pump Station Beautification

Apr 25, 2012

In honor of Earth Day, SCWA celebrates the revegetation at the County Road 51 pump station.

Earth Day Beautification Effort in Kings Park

Apr 24, 2012

SCWA with the assistance of students from R.J.O. Intermediate School in Kings Park, help to beautify a pump station

SCWA Sells First Property From Surplus Land Holdings

Apr 04, 2012

Authority has identified hundreds of acres of land not needed for future water needs

SCWA Helps with Veterans Park Project

Apr 04, 2012

SCWA project to restore the North Amityville Veterans Memorial Park

SCWA Tears Down Vacant Building

Apr 03, 2012

The Suffolk County Water Authority this week tore down a formerly vacant building located at 133 Spring Road, Huntington

SCWA Reminds Residents to Clear Fire Hydrants

Jan 27, 2012

Even in a mild winter, the next storm Could be right around the corner

SCWA Saves $13 Million with $83.6 Million Bond Issue

Jan 11, 2012

The Suffolk County Water Authority capitalized on historically low interest rates by issuing $83.635 million

SCWA Donates Hundreds of Meals to Mission Lighthouse

Nov 23, 2011

Ready-to-Eat Meals Distributed In Central Islip and other Communities

SCWA Water Supply Uninterrupted during Hurricane Irene

Aug 28, 2011

August 28, 2011 With Hurricane Irene Moving Out of Region, SCWA Water Supply Uninterrupted

SCWA Prepares Emergency Plan With Hurricane Irene on the Way

Aug 26, 2011

August 26, 2011 Customers Should Feel Secure that Water Supply Will Remain Uninterrupted During Storm

SCWA Provides Water Source for Brentwood Garden

Aug 15, 2011

August 15, 2011 Brentwood Gardens Community Organization to celebrate a collaboration in which SCWA provided a water source for a garden project

Suffolk County Water Authority Helps Beautify Nesconset

Aug 08, 2011

August 8, 2011 Ceremony on Thursday, June 9, 2011

SCWA Sells $124.93 Million in Bonds and Notes

Apr 21, 2011

April 21, 2011 Sale another Sign of Authority’s Strong Financial Position

SCWA to Replace Water Main in Brightwaters

Apr 07, 2011

April 7, 2011 Project Will Improve Fire Protection in Area, Prevent Breaks

Fitch and S&P Assign SCWA High Bond Ratings

Mar 17, 2011

March 17, 2011 Fitch and S&P Assign SCWA High Bond Ratings

Halpin Readppointed to SCWA Board

Mar 09, 2011

March 9, 2011 A Second Term for Former Suffolk County Executive And Contributor to Numerous SCWA Initiatives

SCWA Urges Residents to Keep Hydrants Clear

Jan 31, 2011

January 31, 2011 Piles of Snow Blocking Hydrants Can Inhibit the Work of Firefighters

No Fluoride in Suffolk County Water Authority's Drinking Supply

Jan 18, 2011

January 18, 2011 No Fluoride in Suffolk County Water Authority’s Drinking Supply

SCWA Hires Carrie Meek Gallagher as Chief Sustainability Officer

Nov 23, 2010

November 23, 2010 SCWA Hires Carrie Meek Gallagher As Chief Sustainability Officer

SCWA to Begin East Marion Main Extension

Nov 04, 2010

November 4, 2010 SCWA to Begin East Marion Main Extension

SCWA Rescinds Stage 1 Water Alert in the East End

Aug 20, 2010

August 20, 2010 SCWA Rescinds Stage 1 Water Alert in the East End

SCWA Focused on Improving Infrastructure

Jul 20, 2010

July 20, 2010 SCWA Focused on Improving Infrastructure

SCWA Gives Back

Jun 25, 2010

June 25, 2010 SCWA Gives Back

Tips on keeping a Beautiful lawn

Jun 23, 2010

June 23, 2010 Tips on Keeping a Beautiful Lawn

SCWA Lab Scores 100% on NY State Proficiency Tests

Jun 17, 2010

June 17, 2010 SCWA Lab Scores 100% on NY State Proficiency Tests

Suffolk County Water Authority Promotes Proper Use of Lawn Chemicals and Fertilizers

Jun 14, 2010

June 14, 2010 Suffolk County Water Authority Promotes Proper Use of Lawn Chemicals and Fertilizers

SCWA Names Szabo CEO

Jun 01, 2010

June 01, 2010 SCWA Names Szabo CEO

James F. Gaughran Named Chairman of Suffolk County Water Authority Board

May 24, 2010 James F. Gaughran Named Chairman of Suffolk County Water Authority Board

Pavacic Named Executive Director of Central Pine Barrens Commission

May 24, 2010

May 24, 2010 Pavacic Named Executive Director at Central Pine Barrens Commission

SCWA and Students Go Green!

April 22, 2010 SCWA and Students Go Green!

SCWA Signs Easement Agreement with Suffolk County

Mar 28, 2010

March 28, 2010 SCWA Signs Easement Agreement with Suffolk County

Suffolk County Water Authority Budget for 2011 Infrastructure Improvement & Cost Savings Efficiencies A Priority

Mar 26, 2010

March 26, 2010 Suffolk County Water Authority Approves Budget for 2011 Infrastructure Improvement & Cost Savings Efficiencies A Priority

SCWA Goals and Objectives for 2010 Continuing to Provide Our Customers with Superior Service

Mar 02, 2010

March 02, 2010 Suffolk County Water Authority’s Goals and Objectives for 2010 Continuing to Provide Our Customers with Superior Service

SCWA Focused on Improving Drinking Water Distribution System

Feb 05, 2010

February 05, 2010 SCWA Focused on Improving Drinking Water Distribution SystemMore Than 37 Miles of Water Main Replaced or Installed in 2009

SCWA Board Moves to Meet Concerns of Orient Residents

Jan 19, 2010

January 19, 2010 SCWA Board Moves to Meet Concerns of Orient Residents Plans to Hold Community Meeting in Near Future

Drive Extra Cautiously When Work Crews Are Present

Jan 13, 2010

January 13, 2010 Drive Extra Cautiously When Work Crews Are Present