Liberty Water investing in Malverne infrastructure upgrades

Some things get better with age — water mains aren’t one of them. This fall, Liberty New York Water is replacing 2,200 feet of nearly 100-year-old water mains in the Village of Malverne. This project is expected to reduce discolored water and improve water pressure and fire service capabilities for the area.

Over the years, minerals can build up on the walls of the water mains and reduce their diameter. The new mains will be six- and eight-inches in diameter, allowing for better water flow.

"It is our mission to provide the best water service possible and this infrastructure improvement is anticipated to do just that for Malverne residents,” said New York Water President Deborah Franco.

The water main replacement project is taking place on Ackley Avenue, Toomer Place, Gaddis Place and Dallinger Place and is expected to be complete by mid October, upon approval from Nassau County Department of Health. This work will include installation of the water main, chlorination, water quality sampling, and the replacement of service lines to homes. The project was scheduled in partnership with the Village of Malverne to coincide with road paving that will be the final step to complete the infrastructure upgrade.

“I learned from our residents serviced by the water main on Ackley Avenue of their discolored water and low pressure,” said Malverne Mayor Tim Sullivan. “While we are focusing on all our utility infrastructure, it was important to meet with Liberty New York Water first and we are grateful for their commitment to investing significant resources to this important project for our community.”