Northampton, Bucks County, Municipal Authority Announces Public Water Connection Project For 334 Homes With PFAS 'Forever Chemical' Contamination

On July 16, the Northampton, Bucks County, Municipal Authority announced the launch of Phase 2 of the Navy PFAS Remediation Project, made possible by funding secured from the PA Infrastructure Investment Authority, to expand public water service to 334 residential properties in Northampton Township.

Phase 1 of the Navy PFAS Remediation Project is already well underway.  

Phase 2 includes the installation of water main extensions and connection services for homes in the Churchville Manor and Hillside Manor subdivisions, as well as select properties in the broader Churchville area that currently have access to existing water mains. 

In great news for residents and the community, every household identified in Phase 2 of the project qualifies for a public water connection at NO COST to the property owner.

Notices have been sent to Phase 2 property owners. A project area map was enclosed with the notice, along with a Connection Offer Letter and a Temporary Access Agreement. 

These documents must be completed and returned to NBCMA in order for the property to be included in the upcoming project.

If a property owner has a question or needs assistance in completing the paperwork, please contact NBCMA for support as soon as possible.

NBCMA’s engineering partner for Phase 2 of the Navy PFAS Remediation Project, Pennoni Associates, Inc., is actively preparing designs and construction contracts. 

In the coming weeks, residents can expect to see Pennoni employees conducting surveys and geotechnical testing in the area to support the project’s design and implementation.

NBCMA remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and affordable water service to the Northampton community. 

Public meetings will be scheduled to share additional information and answer questions. 

To keep up-to-date on Phase 2, visit the Navy PFAS Remediation Project webpage.

Resource Link:

-- Northampton Bucks County Municipal Authority To Begin Project To Connect Properties Impacted By Navy PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' Contamination To Public Water  [PaEN]

NewsClip:

-- Inquirer - Frank Kummer: All Adults, Children Tested Near PA Military Bases Have PFAS In Their Blood, Study Says 

[Posted: July 17, 2025]  PA Environment Digest