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Philadelphia Water Department (PWD)
Quarterly Construction Newsletter
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Spring Quarter
April 18, 2026
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Spring PWD construction update
Every quarter, we share updates on upcoming or ongoing water infrastructure projects in your area.
You're receiving this because your ZIP code is within Council District 5, represented by Councilmember Jeffrey Young Jr.
This district includes parts of the Fairmount, Francisville, Brewerytown, North Philadelphia, Yorktown, Chinatown, Callowhill, Center City West neighborhoods.
District 5 ZIP codes include: 19102, 19103, 19121, 19122, 19123, 19130, 19132, 19133, 19140. If your ZIP code overlaps multiple districts, you'll get newsletters for each.
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What types of infrastructure does PWD work on?
Water Mains
We actively replace water mains that deliver safe drinking water throughout our system. Reliable mains mean fewer main breaks that damage our roads.
Sewers
Sewers are often replaced alongside water mains to reduce disturbance in neighborhoods. Collecting and treating wastewater is part of how we protect our waterways.
Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI)
GSI is installed to help manage stormwater and follow laws for reducing pollution. Inlets and basins are added underground to soak up water runoff. Green features provide benefits for our environment, communities, and economy.
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Upcoming Projects In Your District |
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Project #40736 Cohocksink Storm Flood Relief: Phase 6
The project in Olde Kensington/Ludlow will install water mains, sewers, and stormwater infrastructure. It will double capacity of the combined sewer system in these flood-prone neighborhoods. Work is expected to start Summer 2026.
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Project #50270 Glenwood Green Acres
Green stormwater infrastructure project in Allegheny West. Work is expected to start Spring 2026.
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Project #20615 32nd / Glenwood
Water main replacement project in Brewerytown. This project is set to begin in Fall 2026.
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Project #50322 Hunting Park Cool Cover 3
Green stormwater infrastructure project in Hunting Park. Work is estimated to start in Late 2026.
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Project #40939 11th / Marvine
Water main and sewer replacement project in Fairhill. This project is expected to begin Late 2026.
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Active Projects In Your Area
Projects On the Horizon
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Interested in other PWD work?
Explore our interactive construction map for detailed information about all planned water, sewer, and green infrastructure projects throughout Philadelphia. Our project pages include a map, contact info, and resources.
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Construction Impacts on Residents |
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Direct Impact Area: Streets with active construction
- Equipment and noise from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Open trenches in the street and/or sidewalk
- Loss of water, with 24-hour notice given for any shutoffs lasting more than 30 minutes
- Closed blocks and temporary no parking, with access for residents
- Temporary pavements during off-site work
- Change in trash pickup locations
General Impact Area: Local vicinity that may feel the impacts of active construction
- Temporary pavements and road closures in the neighborhood
- Periodic loss of parking
- Loss of water, with 24-hour notice given for any shutoffs lasting more than 30 minutes
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Lead and Service Lines
During planned water main construction, we offer to replace any lead or galvanized metal service lines from our water main all the way to the customer’s meter. This service is offered free of charge. Learn more about lead service lines.
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