The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved funding for two water infrastructure projects in Snyder, Columbia, and Luzerne Counties. The announcement was made by Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27).
In Perry Township, Snyder County, the Perry Township Municipal Authority will receive $5.8 million in grant funding to replace its wastewater treatment plant. The current facility, built in 1988, is no longer effectively meeting treatment standards, especially during periods of heavy rain when stormwater exceeds system capacity. The new project will upgrade the facility with modern technology and greater capacity and will connect 52 homes currently using septic systems to the public sewer network. These changes are expected to protect local waterways, improve public health, and lower maintenance costs for residents.
In Berwick, which spans Columbia and Luzerne Counties, the Pennsylvania American Water Company has been allocated $25.4 million to build a new water treatment plant aimed at removing PFAS chemicals from the water supply. Recent studies indicated that PFAS levels at the Berwick facility were above new federal limits. The upcoming plant will feature advanced filtration systems and corrosion control improvements to provide safe drinking water for over 6,700 households across five municipalities.
“These projects are great examples of how state investment helps protect public health and maintain essential infrastructure,” Culver said. “By addressing these issues now, we’re improving water quality, keeping rates affordable, and ensuring that our communities have safe and reliable service for years to come.”
Construction on both projects is planned to start in 2026 with completion expected in 2027.
PENNVEST provides funding for sewer, stormwater, and drinking water initiatives that aim to safeguard public health and support sustainable community development.
