Newport Watermain phase 1 & 3

Newport's aging and undersized water infrastructure posed increasing risks to service reliability and public safety. To address this, the Northern Kentucky Water District initiated a multi-phase replacement project aimed at modernizing the city’s distribution system. Bayer Becker was selected to lead the design of Phases 1 and 3, which together replaced over 14,800 linear feet of deteriorating water main across both the western and eastern ends of the city. These improvements were critical to reducing the frequency of main breaks, improving water pressure, and ensuring long-term service reliability for residents and businesses. 

Phase 1 included the installation of 8”, 12”, and 16” ductile iron and PVC water mains, while Phase 3 focused on 8” PVC mains. Our team provided full-service support including surveying, preliminary engineering, detailed design, utility coordination, and construction-phase services. The project required careful planning to minimize disruptions in densely populated neighborhoods and along key corridors. By upgrading the water infrastructure, the project not only enhanced system performance but also supported future development and improved quality of life for the Newport community.