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MAJOR PROJECTS
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In order to provide our customers with a plentiful supply of high quality water, Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) optimizes water treatment processes and operations and proactively replaces more than 30 miles of aging water mains each year. These enhancements also improve water flow and pressure. At GCWW, we strive to be a leader in regional solutions.
GCWW Water Main Replacement Projects:
GCWW has several Water Main Replacement Projects ongoing throughout the city. The list below provides information about specific projects that may impact your area. Click on the link for more details about the project.
Why are we investing?
Water mains are usually expected to last 80-120 years. As part of the annual replacement program, investments are being made to provide the most reliable service to our customers.
Benefits Include:
- Fewer potential water main breaks or leaks
- Improved water system reliability
- Increased water supply
- New fire hydrants
Outages & Traffic Restrictions:
Outages and traffic disruptions may be necessary throughout the project. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding throughout the project. You will receive additional notifications prior to the start of the construction phase of the project.
Current Projects:
| Project Name | Community | Contractor NTP Date | Const. Comp. Date | Contractor |
| Baltimore, Seegar | Fairmount | 12/9/24 | 10/1/25 | Adleta |
| McMillan, Taft | Corryville | 10/14/24 | 6/11/25 | Ford Development |
| Beech, Eighth | Price Hill | 9/30/24 | 5/28/25 | Fred A. Nemann |
| Carson, Del Monte, Fairbanks | E Price Hill | 4/1/24 | 5/8/25 | Fred A. Nemann |
| Erie, Burch | Hyde Park | 5/27/24 | 4/24/25 | Howell |
Completed Projects:
| Project Name | Community | Contractor NTP Date | Const. Comp. Date | Contractor |
| Apple, Cooper, Hanfield | Northside | 3/4/24 | 3/13/25 | Adleta |
| MLK, Bishop | Corryville | 7/29/24 | 1/3/25 | Howell |
| Fire Flow Collection | Various | 3/11/24 | 11/6/24 | Howell |
| Fairview, Graham, Probasco | Clifton | 9/5/23 | 9/30/24 | Adleta |
| Cappel, Carnation | W Price Hill | 8/1/23 | 9/30/24 | Ford Development |
| Symmes, Fowler | Walnut Hills | 10/17/22 | 5/21/24 | Ford Development |
| McMicken, Tafel, Enslin | Clifton Hts | 7/19/23 | 4/14/24 | Howell |
(Last updated 3/14/25)
Click here to view a map of all GCWW construction projects.
Questions?
Contact the project manager listed in the project details, or call a GCWW Call Center Representative at 513.591.7700
Mt. Airy Water Storage Facility Rehab Project
Background
Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) representatives met with the Mt. Airy Town Council on May 23, 2018, to present findings from the GCWW assessment of the Mt. Airy Water Tank and obtain feedback regarding plans for facility rehabilitation. GCWW presented available options which included reducing the water storage capacity to meet operational needs, with an intent to move forward with rehabbing a portion of the structure.
The initial rehabilitation proposal would maintain the current brick facade on a portion of the tower and allow for a reduction in the storage volume to address operational considerations, although this approach would have an impact on the existing structure footprint.
Re-evaluation and New Project Plan
Since the May 23 meeting, attendees and other members of the community have voiced several additional concerns with the proposed plan, as they noted the facility is a focal point of the community. Many residents and stakeholders stressed the importance of preserving the historic significance, identity, and unique appearance of the facility, along with maintaining the availability of water storage capacity for emergencies.
In consideration of this feedback and subsequent discussions, GCWW undertook further evaluation to address community and historic-preservation concerns, in unison with structural needs and operational requirements. The outcome of the re-evaluation has modified the concept of the rehabilitation project from that originally proposed. The GCWW project plan now includes rehabilitation of the full facility fa9ade, thereby maintaining the current footprint of the structure.
The cost of the original proposal was estimated at $7.7 million. With community input and reevaluation, GCWW arrived at what we believe to be an acceptable and sustainable solution, now estimated at $10.4 million.
To continue to advance this project, GCWW will begin meeting with the Mt. Airy Town Council this month to present the new project plan. We believe this revised approach accommodates the concerns raised by the community while supporting the utility's operational requirements. GCWW remains committed to working with the community on this important project.
View Mt. Airy Tower Presentation from October 24, 2018 (PDF)
View Mt. Airy Presentation from December 22, 2021 (PDF)
Limited Environmental Review and Finding of No Significant Impact
No ID, No Entry:
If someone comes to your door and says they are with the Greater Cincinnati Water Works, ask for identification. Our Field Personnel wear blue or brown uniforms with patches on their hats and sleeves that read "Cincinnati Water Works." Each employee also carries a picture ID. GCWW sometimes uses contractors for certain services, including our meter change-outs. Our contractors will have a GCWW ID as well as their company ID. Always ask to see the ID before you let anyone into your home.