Water Supply
Can You Imagine a Day Without Water?
October 14, 2025Can you imagine fall without pumpkins, corn stalks, or apple cider? Now imagine not being able to flush your toilets, take a shower, make a cup of coffee, fill the pets’ water bowls, or even pick up your favorite pumpkin spice beverage at the drive-through on the way to work. And what if it were…
A River of Reasons to Celebrate Source Water Protection Week
September 28, 2025What comes to mind when you hear the term “source water”? Source water is any body of water—such as rivers, streams, lakes, springs, groundwater and reservoirs—that can be used as a source of drinking water. And here in the Lehigh Valley, we’re fortunate to have a variety of high-quality water sources that make up a…
Join Us for National Drinking Water Week, May 4-10!
May 5, 2025Whether you’re making iced tea on a hot day; rinsing veggies for dinner; or getting clean in the shower, safe tap water is an essential part of life. That’s why we’re celebrating the American Water Works Association‘s Drinking Water Week—our favorite time of the year! Did you know that in 1908, Jersey City, N.J., became…
Today We Celebrate 50 Years of Safe Drinking Water!
December 16, 2024The Safe Drinking Water Act was signed into law in 1974 to authorize enforceable standards for drinking water quality. Today marks an important anniversary for the water coming out of your tap: Fifty years of the Safe Drinking Water Act! Administered through science-based EPA regulations, SDWA sets stringent and clear standards that all water utilities and…
Today, Imagine a Day Without Water
October 17, 2024Can you imagine waking up and not being able to flush your toilets, take a shower, make a cup of coffee, or fill the pets’ water bowls? Now imagine that it’s not just your home, but your entire community: no water for manufacturing; no water for fire crews to keep you safe; no water for…
Source Water Protection Week: Every Drop Matters
September 29, 2024A new report shows source water protection is the top concern among water professionals this year. Healthy watersheds are vital to ensuring a supply of clean, high-quality drinking water. That’s why we’re asking you to join us as we observe Source Water Protection Week (Sept. 29-Oct. 5). Launched in 2021 by the American Water Works Association, Source Water Protection Week…
August is National Water Quality Month
August 13, 2024Join us this August as we celebrate National Water Quality Month. This annual event is the perfect time to think about the vital role that clean, high-quality water plays in all of our lives. For instance, did you know that according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American family uses about 300 gallons of…
Anglers, Boaters: Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
August 9, 2024Aquatic invasive species threaten our waterways, but you can help slow their spread with one simple act: cleaning your gear. What are invasive species? Any non-native plants and animals that live in areas where they do not naturally exist. In Pennsylvania waterways, that includes certain species of crayfish; the New Zealand Mudsnail; Northern Snakehead (seen…
Celebrate Drinking Water Week with LCA!
May 5, 2024It’s our favorite time of the year: the American Water Works Association’s annual Drinking Water Week! “Water is not just a resource; water is LIFE,” says LCA Chief Executive Officer Liesel Gross. “Every drop we care for and conserve today helps to ensure a sustainable tomorrow.” Clean, safe water is essential to protecting public health…
LCA’s CEO Featured on Good Morning Lehigh Valley
December 6, 2023Liesel Gross discusses infrastructure upgrades, the role of our treatment plants, stormwater vs. sewer, and more. Our CEO Liesel Gross took to the airwaves recently to talk about all things water on “Good Morning Lehigh Valley,” a new radio show hosted by former Lehigh County Commissioner Brad Osborne. To hear the entire interview, please click…