Springfield Water-Main Work Starts Monday on Colfax Road

About 2,900 feet of water pipe dating to the 1920s runs beneath Colfax Road, Denham Road, and Donna Road in Springfield. New Jersey American Water is replacing all of it in a $1.6 million project.

The project began the week of September 2, 2026, along Colfax Road, from Short Hills Avenue to Denham Road, as well as along Denham Road, from Morrison Road to the dead end, and along Donna Road, from Denham Road to the dead end. Work is scheduled to continue through the end of October, weather permitting.

Crews will swap out the aging pipe for an 8 inch ductile iron main. The project also includes renewing 74 utility owned service lines and replacing three fire hydrants.

Work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend and evening work is not anticipated unless needed to keep the project on schedule. Streets where construction is active may be temporarily closed during working hours, with traffic control coordinated with Springfield officials. Residents will be able to reach their homes and driveways throughout the project.

Crews will clean work areas daily and install temporary restoration where digging is required. Permanent road restoration is expected after the ground settles.

Some households may experience brief water interruptions or discolored water when the new main and service lines are connected. New Jersey American Water will give customers 24 hours notice before service line work begins at their address. Most interruptions should last 30 to 60 minutes.

If water appears discolored, New Jersey American Water advises: "Run the water until it is clear."

Customers can follow the project through their MyWater accounts. Non customers can sign up for alerts at AWCodeRed.com or by texting WATER to 24639.

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FAQ

Q: Why is New Jersey American Water replacing water pipes in Springfield?
A: The pipes date to the 1920s and require replacement to maintain reliable water service and infrastructure.

Q: Which roads are affected?
A: Colfax Road, Denham Road, and Donna Road are affected by the project.

Q: What specific segments will be worked on?
A: Colfax Road from Short Hills Avenue to Denham Road, Denham Road from Morrison Road to the dead end, and Donna Road from Denham Road to the dead end.

Q: When is the project scheduled?
A: The project began the week of September 2, 2026, and is scheduled to continue through the end of October 2026, weather permitting.

Q: What time do crews work?
A: Work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend and evening work is not anticipated unless needed to keep the project on schedule.

Q: Will streets be closed?
A: Streets where construction is active may be temporarily closed during working hours, but residents will be able to reach their homes and driveways throughout the project.

Q: What is being replaced?
A: Crews are replacing about 2,900 feet of aging pipe with an 8 inch ductile iron main. The project also includes renewing 74 utility owned service lines and replacing three fire hydrants.

Q: What is the project cost?
A: The project costs $1.6 million.

Q: Will my water be affected?
A: Some households may experience brief water interruptions or discolored water when new main and service lines are connected. Most interruptions should last 30 to 60 minutes.

Q: How will I know when work will occur at my address?
A: New Jersey American Water will give customers 24 hours notice before service line work begins at their address.

Q: What should I do if my water appears discolored?
A: Run the water until it is clear.

Q: How can I follow the project progress?
A: Customers can follow the project through their MyWater accounts. Non customers can sign up for alerts at AWCodeRed.com or by texting WATER to 24639.