Water Main Repair Projects

Project Start Date: Spring, 2027
Estimated Completion: Fall, 2027

Missouri American Water will begin replacement of the water main along N. Berry Road between Lockwood Ave and I-44 in the Spring of 2027. While this work will take place outside of Glendale city boundaries, the project will impact Glendale residents with limited or adjusted access to I-44. This infrastructure improvement project is being coordinated with St. Louis County and the cities of Oakland, Webster Groves, and Glendale to improve water system reliability and prepare the corridor for future roadway improvements.

Project Purpose and Background

The project area extends along N. Berry Road, between Lockwood Ave and I-44. Currently, three cast iron water mains run parallel beneath N. Berry Road: a 20-inch main installed in 1935, a 12-inch main installed in 1923, and a 4-inch main installed in 1915. Each line has experienced multiple breaks, with an increase in failures in recent months, resulting in water service interruptions and, in some cases, property flooding.

To address these issues, Missouri American Water will install a new 24-inch ductile iron water main to replace and consolidate the existing system. Once the new main is in service, the three older mains will be taken out of service.

This reconfiguration will increase system reliability, reduce the likelihood of emergency repairs, and support future roadway improvements.

Construction Overview

Supervising Agency: Missouri American Water

Construction will be completed in phases along N. Berry Road. Work will require full roadway closures within active work zones for excavation, pipe installation, and service connections. All disturbed areas will be temporarily restored during construction and permanently restored upon project completion.

Schedule

Spring, 2027 through Fall, 2027.

Work hours are expected to be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekend or extended hours may be used if necessary to meet the schedule or restore service connections.

Traffic and Access Impacts

Work will begin in the Spring of 2027. Prior to then, Missouri American Water will coordinate the identification of detour routes through Webster Groves, Oakland, and Glendale.

Pedestrian and School Access

The City of Glendale, the staff of Mary, Queen of Peace, and the Kirkwood School District are working closely to increase awareness of the potential for the increase of traffic near the MQP and Kirkwood Early Childhood school campuses, especially during arrival and dismissal times on school days. Glendale Police will have an increased presence in the area during these times. We ask for the cooperation of all motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in staying alert for the additional traffic and following the directions of posted traffic control (signs and crosswalk attendants).

Remember:

• Stay alert: Pay attention to flaggers, workers, and equipment, and be prepared for sudden stops.
• Slow down: Follow all posted speed limits and adjust for traffic flows and weather conditions.
• Give yourself some space: Leave at least two seconds of braking room between other vehicles.

Water Service Impacts

No long-term water outages are anticipated. Individual service transfers may require brief interruptions lasting less than one hour. Affected residents will receive advance notice of any temporary service disruption via door hangers or direct communication.

Customers who are not opted in to receive general alerts from Missouri American Water can do so through their MyWater account at www.missouriamwater.com or by calling 1-866-430-0820. You can report water related emergencies via the Missouri American Water website or in your MyWater account. Not a direct customer and still want to be notified? Sign up for Missouri American Water's CodeRED to receive water-related alerts. Text WATER to 99411 or visit AWCodeRed.com.

STEP 1: Log in to or sign up for MyWater at amwater.com/mywater.
STEP 2: Click the Edit Info button.
STEP 3: Click the Change button under Alert Settings.
Note: Standard text, data and phone rates may apply.

Residents may notice temporary water discoloration caused by harmless sediment after transfer work is complete. Running cold water for a few minutes typically clears the line.

Restoration and Cleanup

All disturbed pavement, curb, and lawn areas will be restored following completion of the work. Temporary asphalt patches will remain in place until final surface restoration occurs in coordination with the St. Louis County Highway Department. The project area will be cleaned and returned to its pre-construction condition.

Community Communication

Residents with questions or concerns can contact Missouri American Water’s Customer Service Center at 1-866-430-0820 or visit www.missouriamwater.com for project updates. For project updates, please visit https://www.amwater.com/moaw/News-Community/Local-Projects/north-berry-road-water-main-replacement-project

Thank You for Your Patience

St. Louis County, the cities of Oakland, Webster Groves, and Glendale, and Missouri American Water appreciate the community’s patience and understanding during this important improvement project. Once completed, the upgraded water system will provide greater reliability, improved water quality, and long-term service stability for residents along N. Berry Road.