Trending...
- Johnnie Mandela Releases THOUGHT in the Age of AI
- Chicago: Mayor Brandon Johnson, Ald. David More, and DPD Celebrate Re-opening of the Mat Laundromat in Englewood
- OneVizion Launches Vera AI, Bringing Connected Operational Context to Infrastructure Teams
STREATOR, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Illinois American Water is investing approximately $4 million to construct Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection at the Streator water treatment plant. The new treatment technology will support safe drinking water to residents and businesses. As part of the project, two new UV reactors will be installed and will be capable of treating up to 6 million gallons of water a day. The project is expected to be completed this summer.
According to Brent O'Neill, Director of Engineering for Illinois American Water, UV technology is effective in inhibiting infection-causing microorganisms and adds another layer of protection for customers. When used to treat drinking water, UV disinfection addresses chlorine-resistant pathogens and microorganisms that could be present in surface water sources. The Streator water treatment facility uses the Vermilion River as its water source.
O'Neill said, "There is nothing more important than the quality of the product we deliver to our customers' taps. This is why we continuously work to upgrade technology and treatment processes to deliver safe drinking water. We are excited to incorporate UV disinfection to our treatment process for particular water sources."
The project will also help meet more stringent water quality regulations associated with the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule.
More on illi News
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. They serve our product to their family, their children. We take our responsibility seriously and are proud to deliver quality drinking water to Illinois homes and businesses."
For more information about Illinois American Water please visit www.illinoisamwater.com.
About Illinois American Water - Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a customer service center in Alton and a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs approximately 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 25 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
More on illi News
ILLINOIS AMERICAN WATER RANKED HIGHEST IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
WITH LARGE WATER UTILITIES IN THE MIDWEST FOR TWO YEARS IN A ROW.
For J.D. Power 2021 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
Contacts
Media: Karen Cotton, Sr. Manager External Communications, karen.cotton@amwater.com
According to Brent O'Neill, Director of Engineering for Illinois American Water, UV technology is effective in inhibiting infection-causing microorganisms and adds another layer of protection for customers. When used to treat drinking water, UV disinfection addresses chlorine-resistant pathogens and microorganisms that could be present in surface water sources. The Streator water treatment facility uses the Vermilion River as its water source.
O'Neill said, "There is nothing more important than the quality of the product we deliver to our customers' taps. This is why we continuously work to upgrade technology and treatment processes to deliver safe drinking water. We are excited to incorporate UV disinfection to our treatment process for particular water sources."
The project will also help meet more stringent water quality regulations associated with the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule.
More on illi News
- Infinity Infusion Solutions Named Finalist for D Magazine's D CEO 2026 Excellence in Healthcare Awards
- Canadian Tint Expo 2027: Why Every Window Tinter Should Compete in Niagara Falls on April 3rd & 4th
- The Drywall Helper Introduces a Versatile Approach to Measuring and Supporting Drywall
- InvisoScreen™ Introduces a New Approach to Window Screening
- Patented Smellavision Concept Aims to Add the Sense of Smell to Gaming and Entertainment
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. They serve our product to their family, their children. We take our responsibility seriously and are proud to deliver quality drinking water to Illinois homes and businesses."
For more information about Illinois American Water please visit www.illinoisamwater.com.
About Illinois American Water - Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a customer service center in Alton and a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs approximately 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 25 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
More on illi News
- Crib Notes Introduces an Interactive Approach to Early Alphabet Learning
- Building a Diversified Healthcare Platform as Exosome Science, Telehealth, Diagnostics & Strategic Acquisitions Converge: NexTel Medical (OTCID: MAJI)
- Most Indiana Plane Crashes Happen Away from the State's Major Airports
- L2 Aviation Welcomes Jason Marshall as Vice President of Sales and Business Development
- Mom Era, Still That Girl: Family Art Tees 25% Off
ILLINOIS AMERICAN WATER RANKED HIGHEST IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
WITH LARGE WATER UTILITIES IN THE MIDWEST FOR TWO YEARS IN A ROW.
For J.D. Power 2021 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
Contacts
Media: Karen Cotton, Sr. Manager External Communications, karen.cotton@amwater.com
Filed Under: Business
0 Comments
Latest on illi News
- Exercise Scientist Turns a Personal Heart Scare into a Free Training Tool
- Wings Air Helicopters Selected to Support VIP Transportation for Resorts World in New York
- Scoop Social Co. Brings Its Signature Mobile Dessert Experience to Houston This October
- Chicago: Mayor Brandon Johnson, Department of Technology and Innovation Launch Revamped Mayor's Office Website
- Chicago: Mayor Brandon Johnson, Department of Technology and Innovation Launch Revamped Mayor's Office Website
- The Social Capital Revolution Comes to Phoenix!
- Lawsuit Alleges American Deli Food Caused Severe Illness, Acute Kidney Failure, And Eight-day Hospitalization
- Chicago: Mayor Brandon Johnson Joins Mayor Mamdani and Coalition of Cities and Counties in New York-Led Lawsuit Challenging Federal Public Charge Rule
- FBI/DoW plot uncovered to hurt Trump/Vance through encouraged "widespread" cybersecurity breaches and racketeering theft of $80m in USDA payments
- Bettingbladet releases H1 2026 report on the Swedish online gambling market
- Garage door installation or repair in Minnesota? Which makes more sense for your family?
- Midwest Pond Features Opens Fall Pond Installation Scheduling Across Chicagoland
- "For the Love of God" Audiobook by Michael Finney Now Available
- Super Rooter Expands to 190 Plumbing, Sewer, and Drain Service Locations Across the United States
- Chicago: Mayor Brandon Johnson Welcomes Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, Builds on Bipartisan Coalition That Held the Line on Local Government Funding
- European Patent for ALS Program Expands the Story: HOPE Deploys Robotic TMS & FDA Commercialization Path Advances: NRx Pharmaceuticals: NAS DAQ: NRXP
- VICTURY Sports Announces Formation of Youth Sports League Built on the Official, Patented, and Award-Winning Keepy Uppy® Ball
- GOOBZ'D™ Turns "Did You Mean: Good?" Search Confusion Into a New Campaign
- Buzzer Beater Media Launches in Chicago: A Social-First Marketing Agency Built for the AI Search Era
- X2Griffon maiden flight: first landing projection points to Vigo County, Indiana; will it change?