Pennsylvania American Water announced Thursday, Sept. 4, it will start a project to replace an aging wastewater main in Butler Township.

According to a release by the company, the $479,000 project will replace nearly 2,000 feet of a 12-inch main that had already been subject to multiple breaks. Future upgrades in the same section are also planned.

“Since acquiring the Butler Area Sewer Authority, we’ve been committed to making necessary improvements,” Michelle Cavallo, manager of northwest wastewater operations for Pennsylvania American Water, said. “By replacing aging wastewater mains that are prone to breaks, we are lowering the risk of untreated wastewater leaking into the environment and helping to safeguard water quality and public health.”

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