New York Construction Report staff writer
The City of Newburgh’s North Interceptor Sewer Improvement Project, an initiative that will protect the Hudson River’s water quality and enhancing the city’s storm resiliency, has been completed. This project marks the first clean water infrastructure construction completed in New York State with funding from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Officials say the upgrades are vital to protecting the environment and enhancing quality of life in Newburgh.”
The more than $31 million project involved extensive upgrades, including the construction of 8,700 linear feet of new sewer pipes, significantly improving the city’s capacity to manage stormwater and reduce pollution in the Hudson River. With the help of innovative microtunneling techniques, the project minimized disruption for residents while expediting construction.
“Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, EFC is committed to working with local communities to safeguard water quality throughout New York State, making record investments to protect public health and the environment while ensuring these projects are affordable,” said EFC President and CEO Maureen A. Coleman.
The completion of this project not only enhances local infrastructure but also represents a significant step forward in New York’s ongoing commitment to improving water quality statewide.
