Rehabilitation Project Proceeds on Schedule

The major Chester Water Authority project to upgrade water mains, hydrants, and meters in Chester and Nether Providence Township continues to meet its timetable.

The $500,000, three-month project is upgrading a mile of water mains. Included are the removal of lead linings, the cleaning and cement lining of six-inch water mains, and the renewing of two-inch- to four-inch-diameter ductile iron cement lined (DICL) water mains. In addition, seven fire hydrants are being renewed. 

In order to complete work on the mains, CWA sets up temporary by-pass piping above ground. This by-pass piping is tested regularly and does not affect water quality or service. 

Since 1974, the Authority has rehabilitated over 35 miles of water mains at a total expenditure of approximately $15 million.

Hydrant work will increase hydraulic capacity and serve as a boost to fire fighting. At the same time, CWA is installing 135 automatic meter reading devices (AMRs) in these areas. With AMRs, our meter readers can determine water usage without needing access inside buildings.