American Water Works Co. Inc.
12/16/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/16/2024 09:42
Indiana American Water Celebrates 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water ...
GREENWOOD, IND.- DECEMBER 16, 2024 - Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is proud to join the water industry in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark law that has safeguarded public health by protecting drinking water quality since its passage on December 16, 1974.
Indiana American Water recognizes the SDWA's 50-year impact on water quality and emphasizes the need for continued investment to address emerging challenges in water safety and quality. We expect to invest over $200 million annually and nearly $1.6 billion over the next 5-6 years in infrastructure repairs and replacement and system resiliency. This investment aligns with the spirit of the Safe Drinking Water Act and its mission to safeguard public health for American Water customers and communities across the nation.
American Water launched a 50-day countdown to the SDWA anniversary. View the highlights here.
Indian American Water customers can view annual Water Quality Reports by zip code here.
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 6,500 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 Indiana American Water
Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.4 million people.