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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 '26 PWD construction update
Every quarter, we share updates on upcoming or ongoing water infrastructure projects in your area.
Your Council District
You're receiving this because your ZIP code is within Council District 10, represented by Councilmember Brian O'Neill.
This district includes parts of Upper Northeast Philadelphia, including Bustleton, Somerton, and Fox Chase.
District 10 ZIP codes include: 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116, 19152, 19154. 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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Active & Upcoming Projects In Your Area |
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Project #20650 Somerton Transmission Piping and Standpipes
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This water transmission main project is part of our Water Revitalization Plan. Work began in Somerton in June 2025.
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Project #41186 Buckley Terrace Flood Relief
Water main and sewer replacement project to help relief flooding. This project is underway and is aimed to be complete in 2027.
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Project #20624 Ryers / Hasbrook / Shelmire
This project includes water main and green infrastructure work in Fox Chase. Work is estimated for 2027.
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Project #50259 Cottman Ave Streetscape
This project includes water main and green infrastructure work along Cottman Ave. Estimated to start in 2027.
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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
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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