A nearly $1 million federal investment is heading to Corning to fix infrastructure most residents never see, but everyone relies on.
Congressman Nick Langworthy announced he has delivered $984,000 to the City of Corning to replace failing boilers at the city’s wastewater treatment plant, a project officials say is critical to keeping the system running safely and protecting local waterways.
The funding will pay for replacing two 30-year-old dual-fuel digester boilers that have severely deteriorated. The boilers play a key role in the wastewater treatment process by managing methane created during digestion and helping maintain safe plant operations.
The boilers help the plant meet environmental standards designed to protect public health and water quality. Without them, the risk of system failures and costly repairs increases.
“These boilers play a vital role in managing methane produced during digestion, maintaining safe plant operations, and protecting water quality downstream,” the press release stated.
The project also carries regional importance. By keeping the plant operating properly, the upgrades help protect the Chemung River, the Susquehanna River Basin, and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Langworthy said the funding eases pressure on local taxpayers while addressing aging infrastructure.
“This significant investment addresses a piece of infrastructure most people never see, but everyone depends on,” Langworthy said. “Replacing these outdated boilers is essential to keeping Corning’s wastewater system running safely and efficiently, while protecting the Chemung River and the entire Susquehanna River Basin. I’m proud to deliver this funding to ease the burden on local taxpayers and ensure the Southern Tier gets our fair share of federal resources.”
City officials say modernizing the equipment will also reduce long-term maintenance costs and help prevent future system breakdowns.
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