Throughout March, American Water recognizes Women’s History Month by celebrating the women who strengthen our industry, support our communities and help shape the future of water.

— A Q&A with Cheryl Norton, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer

Each year, American Water joins the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) to celebrate Fix a Leak Week.

— It’s a great reminder that even small household leaks can add up to large amounts of water waste – and high costs for customers.

Groundwater is one of Earth’s most important, yet often overlooked, natural resources of fresh water.

During Groundwater Awareness Week, from March 8-14, learn more about the water beneath our feet and how everyday actions can help protect it for future generations.

Each year, American Water flushes the pipes in its water distribution systems across the U.S.

This is an essential part of our system maintenance program, which helps us to continue to provide you with high-quality water service.

Engineers Week is here! This week, and all year round, we recognize engineers for their valuable contributions.

With innovation, expertise, and commitment, engineering teams tackle a variety of issues, advance technology, and help shape a better future for society.

American Water employees across the country came together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by turning a company holiday into a “day on”

— an opportunity to serve their communities through meaningful volunteer projects — demonstrating compassion, teamwork, and a shared commitment to uplift others.

When temperatures plunge, frozen pipes can quickly turn from a small inconvenience into a major headache.

A frozen pipe can block water flow, create pressure buildup, and, if left unaddressed, can lead to cracks or full pipe bursts that cause expensive damage.

Water main breaks can be disruptive - knowing what to expect and how to respond can help you stay informed and prepared.

How to Report a Main Break: If you notice a main break or any other water emergency, reporting it is quick and easy.

At American Water, we keep life flowing. Safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water and wastewater services are central to our customers' health and quality of life.

The essential infrastructure needed to provide these services plays a vital role in supporting our communities.

If you are not already enrolled, sign up for MyWater at amwater.com/mywater.

If you are already enrolled, make sure your contact information is up to date and check out some of the easy-to-use features here.

Did you know that many sewer blockages happen between homes or businesses and the main utility sewer line? Typically, if a clog occurs here, it’s up to you to fix the problem.

That means avoiding unnecessary plumbing bills starts with knowing what should and shouldn’t go down your drains.

American Water is proud to call Camden, N.J. home. We have long believed in the importance of being a good corporate citizen, neighbor, and steward of the environment.

Since 2018, American Water, New Jersey American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation have collectively awarded over $8 million in charitable contributions to the Camden community.

As you prepare Thanksgiving dinner and other holiday meals, it’s important to remember that Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOGs) from cooking can cause major plumbing headaches.

If you’re not careful, these substances can clog your pipes, cause sewer backups, and bring your holiday festivities to a halt.

Private water and wastewater providers are professional utility companies that specialize in providing vital water and wastewater services to customers across a specific service area.

These providers own, operate, maintain and make necessary investments to upgrade or improve water and wastewater infrastructure in communities across America.

Water is essential. We drink it, cook with it, bathe in it and use it to grow food and produce the goods that sustain our daily lives.

Yet many people underestimate just how much water goes into everything we rely on, and how much work goes on behind the scenes to keep it safe, clean, and reliable.

National Fire Prevention Week is a great reminder to keep your home and communities safe from fire hazards.

Learn, share, act: Test your alarms, monitor cooking, give heaters space, use lithium-ion batteries safely, and thank your local firefighters for their service.

It may still feel like summer but before the cold weather sets in, now is the perfect time to locate your main water shut-off valve and hang an I.D. tag on it so you can find it quickly in an emergency.

In many homes, it is located near the water meter or close to where the water pipe enters the home.

At American Water, we are committed to providing high-quality, reliable water service to our customers.

A crucial part of maintaining this quality is protecting the sources of our drinking water.

At American Water, we are committed to delivering safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water to our customers every day.

But when severe weather strikes, water (and wastewater systems!) can face extra challenges.

Fire hydrants are a crucial part of our community's safety infrastructure.

They provide firefighters with the necessary water supply to combat fires and ensure public safety.

At American Water, we care deeply about providing access to safe, clean, and reliable water every single day.

Our teams work hard to meet the highest water quality standards, always focused on protecting public health and the environment.

It's everyone's job to protect drinking water. State rules require homes and businesses served by public water systems to protect these systems from contamination.

Sometimes, water from private plumbing can flow back into public water systems, which is known as backflow. To prevent this, some customers must install and maintain backflow prevention devices.

At American Water, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to our customers.

To help keep you informed about water emergencies and planned repairs in your community, we launched an enhanced online Customer Advisory Map.

Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOGs) are common household waste products that can wreak havoc on plumbing systems when improperly disposed of and poured down the drain.

These substances solidify over time, causing stubborn blockages in pipes and possibly leading to costly repairs.

It’s estimated that up to 50% of the water we use outdoors in the summer is not needed to maintain a healthy landscape.

But how do you know where to begin to use water wisely? It’s easier than you might think. Watch the video or read through our helpful tips to help you get started.