Crews begin flushing water system to prepare for imminent water treatment upgrade Pittsburgh, PA – Today, the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) will begin flushing portions of its water system as it prepares to add orthophosphate to the drinking water. PWSA expects that orthophosphate addition will begin on March 25th and will reduce corrosion in lead water service lines. … Read More
Nearly $2 Million Remains Available for Free On-Demand Lead Line Replacements
Pittsburgh, PA – The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA), as part of the settlement of an enforcement action by Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has established a free lead line replacement program available to homeowners and tenants who meet certain income requirements (eligibility table below). Under the program, PWSA must use $1.8 million for private lead line replacements before … Read More