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The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority has awarded $32.2 million to 10 communities to address PFAS in drinking water, funding treatment upgrades, removal technologies, and pilot programs to improve water quality. Read here : hubs.la/Q0489QBq0

Kentucky American Water will replace approximately a half-mile of aging 6-inch water main with new 8-inch Ductile iron pipe to improve reliability, water quality, and fire protection. hubs.la/Q0489DGW0

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Bedford has opened sealed bids for an infrastructure project that will furnish and install approximately 2,400 linear feet of Ductile iron pipe, supporting continued investment in reliable water infrastructure. Read more about it here: hubs.la/Q047qm2t0

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The Village of Mount Prospect recently approved a huge infrastructure project that will replace 11,492 linear feet of 6-inch water main with 8-inch Ductile iron pipe, strengthening the community’s drinking water system for the future. hubs.la/Q047qmXB0

DIPRA will be attending the NASTT 2026 No-Dig Show from March 29–April 2, 2026 in Palm Springs, CA. If you are attending, stop by Booth #151 to connect with DIPRA's Regional Engineer Jeffrey Butters and Sam Ghosn! More information: hubs.la/Q047qtpp0

Have you explored the new Navu section on the DIPRA website yet? It’s designed to make technical resources, FAQs, and guidance easier to find so engineers and utilities can quickly access the information they need. Explore Navu here: hubs.la/Q046Flxc0

March is a busy month for the DIPRA team! We’ll be attending several industry events and connecting with water professionals across the country. See where we’ll be and stop by to say hello: hubs.la/Q046nY2_0

Investing in rural water infrastructure is critical to strengthening communities and improving long-term water security. As utilities plan upgrades and replacements, selecting durable materials plays an important role in ensuring reliable service. hubs.la/Q046nXtp0

Virginia American Water will replace 5,000 feet of aging, 4- and 6-inch cast iron pipes with modern, 8-inch Ductile iron pipe in Alexandria. #WaterInfrastructure hubs.la/Q046nNSL0

A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights rising concern about microplastics as awareness grows about how much plastic surrounds daily life, from packaging to infrastructure. Read more: hubs.la/Q046crbW0

Infrastructure upgrades are underway in Plainfield, where New Jersey American Water is replacing nearly 100-year-old cast iron mains with more than a mile of new 6-, 8-, and 12-inch Ductile iron pipe. hubs.la/Q045MVpT0 #WaterInfrastrucure #Ductileironpipe #SafeWater

Utilities have a critical opportunity to invest in infrastructure built to last for generations. Closing the funding gap requires smarter material choices that prioritize durability, lifecycle value, and long-term performance. Read here: hubs.ly/Q045slZk0

Congratulations to Villa d'Alma, Quebec on joining DIPRA’s Century Club! With a pipe installed in 1925 and still in service today, the city’s cast iron pipes are a powerful reminder that smart infrastructure investments stand the test of time. hubs.la/Q045pdBz0

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, aging water infrastructure reminds us that protecting public health requires long-term thinking. Read why investing in durable materials like Ductile iron pipe matters for the next generation: hubs.la/Q0450JXf0

New York City is replacing 2,700 feet of 12-inch cast-iron water mains from the 1870s with 12-inch Ductile iron pipe. #WaterInfrastructure #DuctileIron #DrinkingWater hubs.la/Q044yFSj0

Need quick technical guidance on Ductile iron pipe? Our new AI Assistant is now live on DIPRA's website, built to help you find trusted resources fast. hubs.la/Q044yCN70

DIPRA welcomes David Billings as Regional Engineer serving the Midwestern states. With nearly 30 years in water and wastewater engineering, he brings deep expertise and leadership to the role. Read more: hubs.la/Q044g_mB0

Extreme cold triggered widespread water main breaks across the East Coast, exposing aging infrastructure. Durable materials like Ductile iron pipe are engineered to withstand freeze-thaw cycles and harsh winter conditions. hubs.la/Q043fHc40