$165,000 Sanford Street Water Main Upgrade
Sanford Street water infrastructure upgrade will replace 340 feet of aging pipe in Oak Hill under West Virginia American Water’s $165,000 project.
West Virginia American Water has announced a $165,000 water infrastructure upgrade on Sanford Street in Oak Hill. The project will replace 340 feet of aging pipe with 2-inch PVC main. Work began the week of November 2nd and is scheduled to be completed by the end of December. Final street restoration is planned for spring 2027.
Sanford Street Work
Crews will work on Sanford Street from West Central Avenue to the end of Sanford Street. Construction is scheduled Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with traffic restrictions in place for the duration of the project.
Scott Wyman, President at West Virginia American Water, said:
“We are committed to proactive infrastructure strategy to help maintain service reliability for our customers. These investments are critical to keeping our water system resilient and continue providing safe, clean, and reliable water for the communities we serve.”
Statewide Investment Plan
The Sanford Street project is part of West Virginia American Water’s plan to invest more than $129 million in ongoing infrastructure upgrades across the state in 2026. Economic impact studies show that for every $1 million invested in water infrastructure, upwards of 10 jobs are generated throughout local economies.
Over the past decade, the company has invested over $805 million in infrastructure projects and capital upgrades across the Mountain State, including more than 168 miles of new water main. Customers can visit the company’s interactive upgrade map for information on ongoing investments.
Construction Customer Service
Customers may experience temporary service interruptions, discolored water, and/or lower than normal water pressure during construction. Customers can submit a service request on the company’s website to report leaks, main breaks, or other service disruptions.
