November 3, 2025 — Leads & Copy —
Virginia American Water has requested new rates from the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) to reflect over $115 million in water and wastewater system investments. According to Laura Runkle, President of Virginia American Water, the company’s investments are geared toward replacing aging infrastructure while providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable service in compliance with environmental regulations.
The company is seeking a total annual revenue increase of approximately $21.9 million. If approved, the monthly water and wastewater bills for the average residential customer using 4,000 gallons per month would each increase by approximately $11. Interim rates may take effect around May 1, 2026, and customers will be notified by mail and on the company’s website. Virginia American Water also offers bill-paying assistance programs. More information can be found by clicking the Customer Assistance Program link under Customer Service & Billing on the company’s website. Customers can participate in the SCC’s rate review process through written comments, attendance at public input hearings, and consumer advocacy organizations. For more information on the company’s rate proposal and to learn how customers may participate in this process, visit the virginiaamwater.com rates information page here.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, it provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations.
For more information, visit virginiaamwater.com and join Virginia American Water on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.
Source: Virginia American Water
Source: Virginia American Water
