News | Suffolk County Water Authority

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