Helena-West Helena Secures $4.5 Million Federal Funding for Water System and Harbor Upgrades
Helena-West Helena will receive $4.5 million in federal funds for repairs to its water system and harbor upgrades. The funding will support a $10 million project aimed at improving rail and water infrastructure. The city has around $32 million in total for water system repairs, addressing significant leak issues and past failures that affected residents' water access.
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Helena-West Helena has been allocated $4.5 million in federal funding for repairs to its water system and a $10 million project to enhance harbor infrastructure. This funding is part of approximately $32 million secured for water improvements, addressing a 73.5% leak rate.
The town faced severe water supply issues starting January 2024, when a well pump failure left 1,400 residents without water. Recent projects at Helena Harbor include a new terminal and rail spur, with construction expected to begin following environmental clearances. Funding is expected to focus on line repairs and a new water tower.
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