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West Virginia American Water Advances Central Grove Project as Part of Broader Water System Upgrades
Nov 6, 2026, 11:38 AM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Adding the Central Grove plant is a concrete capacity/supply change that should increase system interconnectivity and operational flexibility, potentially improving reliability and supply balancing; the timing, incremental capacity and capital cost are not disclosed so near-term financial impact is limited.
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West Virginia American Water has begun site-preparation work for a new Central Grove Water Treatment Plant that will join and connect local water systems to increase operational flexibility.
West Virginia American Water is preparing the future site of the Central Grove Water Treatment Plant with initial work including selective tree clearing, grading, decorative fencing, landscaping improvements and well evaluation.
The new water treatment plant will become part of the larger water system and will help connect the Mountain and Walnut Grove water systems to provide greater operational flexibility.
Since acquiring five local utility entities in Jefferson County, the company has invested more than $11.7 million in local water and wastewater system improvements during its first three years of ownership.
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