Major Queens Project Improves Sewer/Water Infrastructure and Enhances Fire Protection

The nearly $80 million project rebuilds 3.5 miles of streets, 9.5 miles of water mains and sewers, and enhances fire protection for residents

Mar 06, 2023 |

Queens Nyc Sewer Water Project — At the intersection of 33rd Avenue and 158th Street, a new 72-inch water main connects to a new 48-inch water main. A new sewer chamber and 20-inch sewer regulator were also installed.

The New York City Department of Design and Construction, the Department of Environmental Protection and the New York City Department of Transportation recently announced the completion of a $79.7 million infrastructure project that has rebuilt 3.5 miles of Queens streets and brought more reliable drinking water service plus improved drainage and street conditions to the neighborhoods of Bayside, Auburndale and Flushing.The DDC manages the project while funding comes largely from DEP and DOT capital donors. The project began in September 2017.“This $80 million investment means safer streets, more reliable tap water delivery and less street flooding in Bayside, Auburndale and

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