Last Updated: May 5, 2025
🏗️ Project Overview
The construction of our new 1,000,000-gallon water tower is underway to improve water pressure, ensure future capacity, and support fire protection services across the community. This investment supports long-term system reliability and growth.
đź“Ť Project Location
On the Jones Farm site off Kings Highway in Lewes, Delaware.
Located adjacent to the existing water treatment facility
đź“… Project Timeline
January 2024 – Notice to Proceed
March 2025 – Groundbreaking
April 2025 – Foundation Work
September 2025- September 2026 – Tank Construction
September 2025 – Project Completion & Commissioning
🖼️ Photos & Documents
Lewes BPW’s logo will be seen, along with the city crest, on the new water tower when entering Lewes from Kings Highway.
Cape Henlopen School District’s logo will be on the opposite side of the tank and will be visible from the football field.
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
Will water service be affected?
No interruptions are expected. All work is scheduled to avoid disruption to existing service.
How is this project funded?
A loan from the Delaware Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, through the Delaware Department Health and Social Services (DHSS).
đź“ž Contact Us
Lewes Board of Public Works
Phone: (302) 645-6228
Email: customerservice@lewesbpwde.gov
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
