From left to right, Legislator Jason Richberg, Pipeline Inspector Tom Gilson and SCWA CEO Jeff Szabo review construction in West Babylon.
The Suffolk County Water Authority has completed a water main replacement project on Cabot Road in West Babylon, improving system reliability and strengthening water service for local customers.
The project involved the replacement of approximately 2,400 feet of aging iron water main with new ductile iron water main. The older infrastructure had experienced numerous water main breaks over the years, prompting the upgrade as part of SCWA’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a dependable water distribution system.
SCWA Chief Executive Officer Jeff Szabo recently toured the completed project site alongside Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg to review the improvements and discuss the benefits for area residents and businesses.
“Replacing aging infrastructure before it becomes a larger problem is one of the most important investments we can make for our customers,” said Szabo. “This project on Cabot Road will help reduce the likelihood of future water main breaks and ensure a more reliable water supply for the West Babylon community.”
The new ductile iron water main provides enhanced durability and longevity compared to the previous cast iron infrastructure, helping SCWA continue delivering high-quality drinking water service throughout the region.
“This project represents a proactive investment in the infrastructure that our residents and businesses depend on every day,” said Richberg. “I appreciate SCWA’s commitment to improving reliability and maintaining the high level of service that West Babylon customers expect and deserve.”
The water main replacement is part of SCWA’s ongoing improvement program, which focuses on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing system reliability across Suffolk County.
About SCWA:
The Suffolk County Water Authority is an independent public-benefit corporation operating under the authority of the Public Authorities Law of the State of New York. Serving approximately 1.2 million Suffolk County residents, the Authority operates without taxing power on a not-for-profit basis.