Future Investment in Drinking Water and Waste Water Infrastructure

Future Investment in Drinking Water and Waste Water Infrastructure PDF

Author: Perry Beider

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Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 9780756729837

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According to experts from the EPA & various nonfederal groups, the nation's drinking water & wastewater systems face increasing challenges over the next several decades in maintaining& replacing their pipes, treatment plants, & other infrastructure. But there is neither consensus on the size & timing of future investment costs nor agreement on the impact of those costs on households & other water ratepayers. This study provides background information on the nation's water systems, presents estimates of future costs for water infrastructure under two scenarios -- a low-cost case & a high-cost case -- & discusses broad policy options for the federal government. An objective, impartial analysis, without recommendations. Tables.