PWSA working on new Highland Reservoir Pump Station
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority has announced the new Highland Reservoir pump station, aimed at improving water flow for its customers. This initiative is a backup to the main water system and part of a $46 million project under PWSA's comprehensive water reliability plan.
"We're investing a half billion dollars into the city of Pittsburgh. We're very happy that all of these projects are finally underway and we look forward to the improvements for customers and ratepayers," said Barry King, PWSA's director of engineering and construction.
As part of this effort, Pittsburgh's Action News 4 toured the first of three major pump station construction projects. (See the video above)
"It's that extra tool in the toolbox, the extra opportunity to get water to the system," said Mario Camerota, PWSA's senior project manager of construction.
The Highland Reservoir pump station project is expected to generate close to 500 jobs in the region.
While customers welcome the upgrades, they also want to know if their bills will see an increase. King said, "This has been factored into the current rate structure, so it should not result in an increased cost."
State Rep. La'Tasha D. Mayes highlighted the importance of the project.
"Maintaining our water and drinking water infrastructure is crucial," Mayes said. "As a longtime environmental justice advocate, we must invest in our water infrastructure and that's what this project is doing today."
The project is on schedule and on budget, with an expected completion date in May 2026.
