Logansport Utilities awards contract for second round of the water line replacement project
Last Updated on September 24, 2024 by Cass County Communication Network
SOURCE: News release from Logansport Utilities
Logansport Utilities (LU) has awarded Five Star Energy Services for a second round of residential water line replacement construction work.
LU’s engineering firm Lochmueller Group recommended the underground utility construction company (based out of Waukesha, Wisconsin) as the apparent low bidder at $4,824,800. Five Star Energy Services recently completed the first round of residential water line replacement work in Logansport in 2023 and 2024.
The project focuses on replacing any potential lead water pipes that would have been installed more than 50 years ago. Line replacements will include the public main water lines up to the point which it connects with a property’s plumbing inside a home or business.
Once a home or business has been identified to receive the water line replacement at the point of entry, the Five Star Energy Services’ staff will provide residents an information flyer in advance notice. This is to provide a summary of the project and a basic timeline when crews may need to enter the property.
The waterline replacement work is at no charge to the customer.
The project is partially being funded with a 2.5-million-dollar grant awarded to Logansport Utilities this year by Indiana’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) and a loan of 2.5 million dollars with zero interest for 20 years.
The water service line replacement project coincides with Logansport Utilities’ commitment to continue to provide safe and reliable water.
About Logansport Utilities is a municipal owned, board operated electric and water utility serving the city of Logansport and surrounding county areas in northern Indiana. Started in 1894, the utility offers electricity and clean water to more than 20,000 residents and businesses. LU continues to serve and drive redevelopment in the region. For more information about LU: logansportutilities.com