Pennsylvania American Water Identifies Water Source for New Public Water System in Dimock, Pennsylvania
SCRANTON, Pa. (March 12, 2025)—Pennsylvania American Water today announced that it has completed drilling on two test wells as potential drinking water sources as part of its efforts to develop a public groundwater supply for a new drinking water system to serve residents in Dimock, Susquehanna County. The project is moving forward on schedule for completion in 2026.
This new public groundwater system is funded by a 2022 plea agreement negotiated between the Office of Attorney General under then-Attorney General Josh Shapiro and Coterra Energy. Pennsylvania American Water will submit an aquifer test plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) this spring. This test plan measures the well's water flow rates and must be submitted as part of the application for a new source.
“While work has been occurring on the test wells, we also completed the design of the new water distribution system and received permits for construction,” said Jeremy Nelson, Pennsylvania American Water project manager. “We anticipate beginning construction on the new pipeline this spring with completion set for the end of 2025.”
The project includes installing approximately six miles of water system pipeline and new service lines to each affected resident’s home. All plumbing will be disconnected to prevent cross-contamination with the individual wells currently connected to the homes. The public water supply will be treated to address potential contaminants in the groundwater and meet all PA DEP public drinking water standards.
The new water treatment system is currently in the design phase, and construction is set to begin later this year.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
Media Contacts
Susan Turcmanovich
External Affairs Manager, Northeast PA
Pennsylvania American Water
susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com
SCRANTON, Pa. (March 12, 2025)—Pennsylvania American Water today announced that it has completed drilling on two test wells as potential drinking water sources as part of its efforts to develop a public groundwater supply for a new drinking water system to serve residents in Dimock, Susquehanna County. The project is moving forward on schedule for completion in 2026.
This new public groundwater system is funded by a 2022 plea agreement negotiated between the Office of Attorney General under then-Attorney General Josh Shapiro and Coterra Energy. Pennsylvania American Water will submit an aquifer test plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) this spring. This test plan measures the well's water flow rates and must be submitted as part of the application for a new source.
“While work has been occurring on the test wells, we also completed the design of the new water distribution system and received permits for construction,” said Jeremy Nelson, Pennsylvania American Water project manager. “We anticipate beginning construction on the new pipeline this spring with completion set for the end of 2025.”
The project includes installing approximately six miles of water system pipeline and new service lines to each affected resident’s home. All plumbing will be disconnected to prevent cross-contamination with the individual wells currently connected to the homes. The public water supply will be treated to address potential contaminants in the groundwater and meet all PA DEP public drinking water standards.
The new water treatment system is currently in the design phase, and construction is set to begin later this year.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
Media Contacts
Susan Turcmanovich
External Affairs Manager, Northeast PA
Pennsylvania American Water
susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com