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Welcome to the Philadelphia Water Department's (PWD) Construction Newsletter!

We'll send you information about upcoming PWD projects planned in your area. You will receive these emails every few months.  These messages will share upcoming or recently started projects in your Philadelphia Council District. There are 10 Council Districts throughout Philadelphia. Your ZIP code falls into District 1. Councilmember Mark Squilla represents District 1. It covers Southeast Philadelphia neighborhoods like Queen Village, Passyunk, Pennsport, and Whitman. District 1 also includes Old City and parts of Center City and the Riverwards. The ZIP codes receiving emails for Council District 1 are: 19106, 19107, 19123, 19125, 19134, 19147, 19148. Note: If your ZIP code falls into two districts, you'll receive newsletters for both districts. Questions about the newsletter? Send an email to water.construction@phila.gov.

What types of infrastructure does PWD work on?

Water Mains Reliable mains mean fewer main breaks and damage to our roads. These mains ensure we're delivering safe drinking water to your home. Sewers Sewers are replaced before breaks happen. Collecting and treating wastewater is our commitment to the health and vitality of our area. Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) These systems are installed to better manage stormwater overflows. Inlets and basins are added underground to soak up water runoff.

Construction Projects for District 1

These projects are either in construction or starting soon. More details on projects are added to their project pages throughout the work.

See all PWD projects on our construction map

Click the map below to find all projects throughout the City.

Expected Impacts

Direct Impact Area: Streets with active construction

• Open trenches in your street
• Loss of water throughout the work, with 24-hour notice given for any shutoffs lasting more than 30 minutes
• Closed blocks and temporary no parking, with access for residents
• Change in trash pick up locations
• Active construction with loud noises from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Rough temporary pavements during off-site water testing

General Impact Area: Local vicinity that may feel the impacts of active construction

• Open trenches and road closures in the neighborhood
• Rough temporary pavements during off-site water testing
• Pauses in construction during water sample testing

When you visit a Project Page, view the Construction Letter (under “Project Files”) to learn about specific construction impacts for each project. 

Project Spotlight: Water/Sewer Projects in Southeast Philadelphia

What we’re doing:  Replacing water and sewer mains throughout Southeast Philadelphia. This increases service reliability and reduces the chance of breakages.

Timeline: Several projects are planned for phased construction through 2026. Schedules vary by project: all projects have their own project page, linked below.

Things to Know

Lead and Service Lines

Residential service lines are owned by the property owner. We estimate about 1 in 20 Philadelphia properties may have a lead service line.

During planned water main construction, we offer to replace any lead service line from our water main all the way to the customer’s meter. This service is offered free of charge.

Your Council District

There are 10 Councilmembers elected by District and 7 from the City-at-large.

Spread the Word!

We want as many residents to get updates on projects in their neighborhood! Encourage your neighbors to sign up for the Construction Newsletter with their zip code. 

Questions about the newsletter? Send an email to water.construction@phila.gov.

You're receiving this email because you signed up for PWD General News or Alerts and Notifications updates with your zip code.