Current Projects
The City of Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities embarks on several projects each year to improve the water treatment process, facilities operations, and water infrastructure.
Find below a list of all projects in progress. For more information on the projects below, please reach out by email at waterandsewer@ci.newark.nj.us.
Water Main Leak Detection Survey
The City of Newark is using advanced free-floating technology to detect leaks, cracks, wall corrosion, or other damages inside aged pipes across the city during water main inspections.
Rehabilitation of the Pequannock Aqueducts
The rehabilitation of the Pequannock Aqueducts will improve the conveyance of clean drinking water to the City of Newark.
Additional Filters and High Service Pumps at the Newark-Pequannock Water Treatment Plant
This project includes the design and construction of additional filters and high service pumps at the Newark-Pequannock Water Treatment Plant.
Improvements to the Virginia Street Pump Station
This project will revitalize the pumping station to double its carrying capacity from Newark to Elizabeth from 30-35 MGD to 60 MGD.
Process and Operational Upgrades of the Newark-Pequannock Water Treatment Plant
The process and operational upgrades at the Newark-Pequannock Water Treatment Plant will improve the efficiency of the treatment process, optimize water quality, and increase plant production capacity.
Watershed Security Improvements
This project will enhance security around the City of Newark’s reservoirs and watershed properties.
Remediation of the Pequannock Sludge Lagoon
This project is to empty out the sludge lagoon using methods such as dredging or excavation, and use the sludge lagoon for emergencies only.
Peddie Ditch Netting Facility at Newark Airport
The Peddie Ditch Netting Facility near Newark Airport prevents flooding by keeping large debris out of combined sewer systems in Newark. This protects the Passaic River and other nearby waterways.
Green Infrastructure Sites
Newark’s green infrastructure projects, also known as RainReady, will reduce flooding, minimize instances of combined sewer overflows (CSOs), improve water and air quality, and beautify Newark with more green space.