Phase Two of Dimock Water System Project Started in Susquehanna County
SCRANTON, Pa. (May 22, 2025)—Pennsylvania American Water today announced that it has begun construction on a water pipeline that will serve Dimock Township in Susquehanna County. This marks the second phase of a multi-year project to develop a public groundwater supply and build a new drinking water system for residents.
“We are proud to play a role in delivering a lasting, safe water solution for the people of Dimock,” said Thom Chiomento, vice president of business development, government and external affairs at Pennsylvania American Water. “This project demonstrates the power of public-private coordination to protect health and restore trust in a community’s water supply.”
The project stems from a 2022 agreement negotiated between the office of then-Attorney General Josh Shapiro and Coterra Energy, through which Pennsylvania American Water was selected to design, permit, and construct a new Dimock Township water system. The system features a four-stage treatment process to remove contaminants and provide reliable, clean, and safe drinking water.
Construction on the new water pipeline includes installing approximately six miles of water distribution pipeline and service lines to each impacted home. When the new water pipeline is connected, all existing plumbing will be disconnected from individual wells to prevent cross-contamination.
Pipeline construction will take place along four roads in the township:
- The Dimock to Nicholson Road (SR3023)
- The Dimock to Brooklyn Road (SR2024)
- Carter Road
- Meshoppen Creek Road
“There will be lane restrictions during construction and occasional road closures,” said Jeremy Nelson, project manager for Pennsylvania American Water. “Even when we need to close the road entirely for work, our crews will maintain an alternate route around the closure.”
The final road restoration is expected to be completed by early 2026. Construction on the new water treatment system is expected to be completed by mid-2026, with home connections finalized soon after. This project phase follows several other recent milestones, including identifying a suitable public well location and test well drilling.
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 Commonwealth, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
Media Contacts
Susan Turcmanovich
External Affairs Manager, Northeast Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania American Water
susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com
SCRANTON, Pa. (May 22, 2025)—Pennsylvania American Water today announced that it has begun construction on a water pipeline that will serve Dimock Township in Susquehanna County. This marks the second phase of a multi-year project to develop a public groundwater supply and build a new drinking water system for residents.
“We are proud to play a role in delivering a lasting, safe water solution for the people of Dimock,” said Thom Chiomento, vice president of business development, government and external affairs at Pennsylvania American Water. “This project demonstrates the power of public-private coordination to protect health and restore trust in a community’s water supply.”
The project stems from a 2022 agreement negotiated between the office of then-Attorney General Josh Shapiro and Coterra Energy, through which Pennsylvania American Water was selected to design, permit, and construct a new Dimock Township water system. The system features a four-stage treatment process to remove contaminants and provide reliable, clean, and safe drinking water.
Construction on the new water pipeline includes installing approximately six miles of water distribution pipeline and service lines to each impacted home. When the new water pipeline is connected, all existing plumbing will be disconnected from individual wells to prevent cross-contamination.
Pipeline construction will take place along four roads in the township:
- The Dimock to Nicholson Road (SR3023)
- The Dimock to Brooklyn Road (SR2024)
- Carter Road
- Meshoppen Creek Road
“There will be lane restrictions during construction and occasional road closures,” said Jeremy Nelson, project manager for Pennsylvania American Water. “Even when we need to close the road entirely for work, our crews will maintain an alternate route around the closure.”
The final road restoration is expected to be completed by early 2026. Construction on the new water treatment system is expected to be completed by mid-2026, with home connections finalized soon after. This project phase follows several other recent milestones, including identifying a suitable public well location and test well drilling.
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 Commonwealth, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
Media Contacts
Susan Turcmanovich
External Affairs Manager, Northeast Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania American Water
susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com