Providence New Bedford, RI, October 1, 2026 — Tiverton, RI – The town of Tiverton is set to begin the installation of an emergency public water line following the allocation of $1 million in federal funding. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is intended to address a growing concern over per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination impacting private wells within the community.

The initiative to establish a public water line comes as a direct response to an increasing number of private wells testing above the state’s established limits for PFAS. According to available information, over 100 private wells in Tiverton have registered contamination levels exceeding these thresholds.

The awarded $1 million federal grant will be administered by the North Tiverton Fire District, which will oversee the planning and execution of the emergency water line project. The specifics regarding the contractor selected for the work, the projected timeline for completion, or the exact routes for the new water line were not immediately available.

PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” are a group of man-made substances that are resistant to heat, water, and oil. They have been detected in soil, air, and water across the United States. Concerns about their presence stem from potential links to a range of adverse health effects, prompting regulatory bodies at federal and state levels to establish or lower acceptable limits in drinking water.

This funding represents a significant step for Tiverton in its effort to provide a reliable and safe source of drinking water for residents affected by contamination. Further details on the project’s commencement and development are expected to be released by the North Tiverton Fire District as they become available.


Story summarized from the original created by Ryan Belmore on whatsupnewp.com, see more information here.

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