New Jersey American Water Using a Three-Pronged Approach to get
the Water Flowing Again on the Post-Sandy Barrier Island
VOORHEES, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
New Jersey American Water is restoring water service to the barrier
island communities in its service areas using a three-pronged approach
that began as soon as crews could safely enter on the island following
Hurricane Sandy. The company has divided the island into three zones:
north (Bayhead), middle (Mantoloking to Lavalette), and south (Ortley
Beach and Pelican Island), in order to better manage and accelerate the
restoration effort.
In the service areas south of Bayhead, approximately 9,000 customers
have been notified that their accounts have been suspended pending
completion of both customer and water system restoration work. Clearance
from municipal wastewater agencies, confirming their system is ready to
accept sanitary sewer flows, will also be required before reactivating
water service. Customer water service lines are being isolated at the
curb where possible but debris placement and other damage is hindering
this effort in some areas. Customers are advised to shut off the main
water service valve in their homes or businesses to prevent further
damage or freeze up of plumbing. Water for fire protection is a priority
and the Company is coordinating daily with local officials on this work.
North Zone (Bayhead):
With the exception of about 65 houses severely damaged by the storm,
water service has been restored.
In the storm damaged area water mains, hydrants and service lines are
being replaced and this work is scheduled to be complete by early
December.
Center Zone (Mantoloking to North of Lavalette)
Water mains have water and pressure east and west of Route 35, as far
south as Lyman Ave. (where the storm breached the island).
Reconstruction of water mains on RT35 between Lyman & the Mantoloking
Bridge is proceeding in coordination with road reconstruction and are
estimated to be complete in mid-December.
South of breached area water mains, services and hydrants in the side
streets are being pressurized and checked for leaks in a systematic
fashion with identified repairs documented and repair work scheduled.
South Zone (Ortley Beach/Pelican Island)
Assessment of side streets in the area is underway and numerous leaks
and main breaks have been detected. Repair work is being planned and
scheduled.
The water mains on Pelican Island have water and pressure. Customer
service lines have been shut off but hydrants are available for fire
service.
Replacement of about 4000' of water main on Bay Blvd. will begin on
the first week of December, with estimated completion by end of the
month. An additional 4000’ water main will be replaced on Ocean Ave.
(Harding to 3rd.). The start date for this project has yet
to be determined as the area is currently inaccessible.
New Jersey American Water, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Water
(NYSE:AWK), is the investor-owned water utility in the state, providing
high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to
approximately 2.5 million people. Founded in 1886, American Water is the
largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With
headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs approximately 7,000
dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other
related services to an estimated 15 million people in more than 30
states, as well as parts of Canada. More information can be found by
visiting www.amwater.com.
New Jersey American Water Richard Barnes, 856-782-2371 richard.barnes@amwater.com
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New Jersey American Water Using a Three-Pronged Approach to get the Water Flowing Again on the Post-Sandy Barrier Island
VOORHEES, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- New Jersey American Water is restoring water service to the barrier island communities in its service areas using a three-pronged approach that began as soon as crews could safely enter on the island following Hurricane Sandy. The company has divided the island into three zones: north (Bayhead), middle (Mantoloking to Lavalette), and south (Ortley Beach and Pelican Island), in order to better manage and accelerate the restoration effort.
In the service areas south of Bayhead, approximately 9,000 customers have been notified that their accounts have been suspended pending completion of both customer and water system restoration work. Clearance from municipal wastewater agencies, confirming their system is ready to accept sanitary sewer flows, will also be required before reactivating water service. Customer water service lines are being isolated at the curb where possible but debris placement and other damage is hindering this effort in some areas. Customers are advised to shut off the main water service valve in their homes or businesses to prevent further damage or freeze up of plumbing. Water for fire protection is a priority and the Company is coordinating daily with local officials on this work.
North Zone (Bayhead):
Center Zone (Mantoloking to North of Lavalette)
South Zone (Ortley Beach/Pelican Island)
New Jersey American Water, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Water (NYSE:AWK), is the investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.5 million people. Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs approximately 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in more than 30 states, as well as parts of Canada. More information can be found by visiting www.amwater.com.
New Jersey American Water
Richard Barnes, 856-782-2371
richard.barnes@amwater.com
Source: New Jersey American Water