Water Treatment Projects Continue At Illinois American Water’s Treatment Plant In Streator
September 12 2024 - 1:40PM
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New ultraviolet water treatment system and
enhanced plant filters highlight more than $7.5 million investment
in delivering clean, safe and reliable drinking water in the
Streator District.
A new, state-of-the-art, ultraviolet treatment system at the
Streator water plant allows for an important, additional
disinfection step in the water treatment process and further
protects the local community’s drinking water.
According to Holly Hunt, Illinois American Water’s Operations
Superintendent, Streator District, “The ultraviolet treatment
system equipment adds additional treatment capabilities to the
water treatment process without the use of additional chemicals. It
is an effective, environmentally friendly solution, reinforcing our
commitment to clean, safe and reliable water service to our
customers.”
The equipment uses ultraviolet light to treat for bacteria and
microorganisms that could be present in the raw water from the
Vermilion River. As the water passes through the equipment, the
ultraviolet lights emit a frequency that impacts organisms in the
raw water.
“The new system is an additional line of defense to enhance our
water quality and further protect our local customers,” said
Hunt.
According to Brent O’Neill, Director of Engineering for Illinois
American Water, ultraviolet technology is effective in inhibiting
infection-causing microorganisms and adds another layer of
protection for customers. When used to treat drinking water,
ultraviolet disinfection addresses chlorine-resistant pathogens and
microorganisms that could be present in surface water sources.
O’Neill said, “There is nothing more important than the quality
of the water we deliver to our customers’ taps. This is why we
continuously work to upgrade technology and treatment processes to
deliver safe drinking water.”
The investment will also help meet water quality regulations
associated with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Long
Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule.
According to O’Neill, Illinois American Water not only meets EPA
drinking water guidelines, but the company “provides water quality
which is better than required.” He added, “Our customers trust us
with a critical service. We take our responsibility seriously and
are proud to deliver quality drinking water.”
Construction started in 2022 and the ultraviolet treatment
system went into service in 2023. Project cost was $4.27 million.
Vissering Construction of Streator performed the work. All work was
completed by union workers.
Water Plant Filter Improvements
In addition, a $3.5 million project is underway to make
improvements to two older water filters at the water plant. This
project includes the construction of a structure over the plant’s
sedimentation and flocculation basins for additional
protection.
Construction began in late 2023 and is expected to be completed
by the end of 2024. Vissering Construction of Streator is the
contractor. All work is being done by union employees.
2024 marks the 25th year that Illinois American Water has owned,
operated and maintained the water system in Streator. Said O’Neill.
“We continue to invest strategically in the Streator water system,
with a focus on quality water and service.”
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 Illinois American Water
Illinois 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. American Water also operates a
quality control and research laboratory in Belleville.
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