ACUA - Projects

Bar Screen Replacement

In 2019, ACUA installed new bar screens in the Headworks building of the wastewater treatment facility in Atlantic City, NJ. The bar screens help protect our infrastructure by catching unwanted items like rags and toys that inadvertantly get flushed down the toilet.

Brigantine Pipeline Replacement

In 2021, ACUA invested $2.1 million to replace the main pipeline that carries wastewater from the Island of Brigantine to our treatment plant in Atlantic City, NJ. The replacement project is a major component of ACUA’s asset management plan to ensure the integrity of our sewer pipelines.

Downbeach Force Main Upgrade

In February 2022, ACUA completed the replacement of a critical sewer pipeline that connects Longport, Margate, Ventnor, and a section of Egg Harbor Township, to our wastewater treatment facility in Atlantic City, NJ. In total, 4,300 feet of steel pipe was replaced with a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipeline. The project helped strengthen an important piece of Atlantic County's wastewater infrastructure.

Effluent Pump House Permanent Bypass System

ACUA recently completed the installation of a permanent bypass system at the wastewater pump house at our Wastewater Treatment Facility in Atlantic City. This important infrastructure upgrade helps ensure treated wastewater can continue moving efficiently out of the facility during maintenance activities or emergency situations.

Gravity Sewer Interceptor Lining Project

ACUA is making a $2.4 million investment in its essential wastewater infrastructure in Galloway Township.

Nearly 10,000 ft. of underground pipe extending along the White Horse Pike from Pomona Road to Genista Avenue will be lined with new long-lasting polymer material, upgrading the original pipe installed in the late 1970s with a new interior that has an expected lifetime of more than 50 years.

The pipeline transports wastewater from area homes and businesses to ACUA’s pump station by gravity. From there, the wastewater is pumped to ACUA’s treatment plant in Atlantic City.

This project is being funded through the New Jersey I-Bank. ACUA has applied for and is expected to receive $2 million in principal loan forgiveness for this project, directly benefiting the Authority and its ratepayers.

This preventative maintenance work will be completed by contractor Vortex Services, LLC, beginning on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Microplastic Removal Project

ACUA has partnered with PolyGone to remove microplastics from treated wastewater at its wastewater treatment facility in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Solids Handling Improvements Phase 1A

ACUA is embarking on a multi-phase Solids Handling Improvement Project. Phase 1A is focused on improving the thickening, dewatering, and conveyance of solids. It includes the replacement of key equipment, such as centrifuges and sludge conveyors. This new equipment will improve process equipment efficiencies associated with the treatment and disposal of wastewater biosolids.

Ventnor City Pump Station Upgrades

ACUA completed upgrades to its Ventnor City pump station, which transports wastewater from Ventnor, Margate, Longport, and a section of Seaview Harbor to ACUA’s treatment facility in Atlantic City, in 2025. Originally built in the mid-1970s, the station is underwent structural, electrical, and mechanical repairs.

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