Charleston, W.Va. – Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey announced $2.46 million in support for critical water and sewer infrastructure upgrades across West Virginia, with funding directed toward two major projects in Tucker and Kanawha counties.
“We are continuing to make investments in West Virginia to lift up the standard of living and grow our economy,” said Governor Morrisey. “By modernizing outdated systems, we are not only protecting public health and the environment, but also making West Virginia a more attractive place for families, businesses, and visitors.”
The City of Parsons is receiving a loan of $1.96 million to make major upgrades to its sewer collection system that have been identified as having surpassed their useful life. The project will replace aging sewer lines and reduce infiltration and inflow, improve system maintenance, along with other updates. The loan, along with a $50,000 local contribution, Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) of $1.6 million, and $400,000 in previously allocated CDS matching funds from the State, make up the $4.01 million project total.
The Union Public Service District is receiving a $500,000 loan to develop plans for critical upgrades to the 40th Street Wastewater Treatment Plant in Kanawha County. The design project will include improvements to the Doc Bailey Pump Station, installation of a force main to the treatment plant, and replacement of aging portions of the collection system.
Once complete, the improvements will reduce overflows, save money in treatment costs, and avert the potential for environmental damage. Collectively, these projects will improve the quality of life of over 6,000 West Virginia residents.