WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced that the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026 (H.R. 6983), as passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, includes $1 million in federal funding to make comprehensive improvements, restore, and modernize Eddyville, Kentucky’s wastewater treatment plant. This funding bill now advances to the U.S. Senate for consideration. Congressman Comer led efforts in Congress to secure funding for the Eddyville Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project, which will restore wastewater treatment operations and help protect public health.
“I’m proud to have worked alongside local leaders in Eddyville to address the catastrophic failure at the Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant earlier this year. When the city suddenly lost its ability to treat municipal wastewater, local officials were forced to rely on costly, temporary emergency measures that were never meant to be a long-term solution. Restoring and modernizing Eddyville’s wastewater treatment system is essential to protecting public health and supporting future growth in the area. I will continue working in Congress to help communities across Kentucky’s 1st Congressional District rebuild critical infrastructure and protect public health,” said Congressman Comer.
“I am extremely grateful to Congressman Comer for his leadership and support in securing $1 million for the City of Eddyville’s Sewer Treatment Plant. Following the catastrophic failure of the plant this past year and the significant financial strain associated with its replacement, this funding will make a meaningful difference for our community and our residents,” said Lyon County Judge Executive, Jamie Smith.
Background:
On January 6, 2025, the City of Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant had a catastrophic failure to the Sequential Batch Reactor Tank. In addition to a statewide Emergency Declaration due to weather, local declarations of emergency were issued by both the City and the County. As a result of the failure, the City lost its sole capacity to treat municipal wastewater, forcing an immediate transition to temporary emergency measures that are costly, unsustainable, and not intended for long-term operation. Phase I emergency operations have placed a substantial financial strain on the City through the rental of treatment system units, labor-intensive maintenance, and increased regulatory oversight. Phase II is essential to restore and modernize Eddyville’s wastewater treatment capabilities through the planning, design, and construction of a new, permanent facility. The proposed project includes comprehensive improvements that will not only restore wastewater treatment operations but also ensure environmental compliance, protect public health, and support future growth in the City and surrounding region.
“I’m proud to have worked alongside local leaders in Eddyville to address the catastrophic failure at the Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant earlier this year. When the city suddenly lost its ability to treat municipal wastewater, local officials were forced to rely on costly, temporary emergency measures that were never meant to be a long-term solution. Restoring and modernizing Eddyville’s wastewater treatment system is essential to protecting public health and supporting future growth in the area. I will continue working in Congress to help communities across Kentucky’s 1st Congressional District rebuild critical infrastructure and protect public health,” said Congressman Comer.
“I am extremely grateful to Congressman Comer for his leadership and support in securing $1 million for the City of Eddyville’s Sewer Treatment Plant. Following the catastrophic failure of the plant this past year and the significant financial strain associated with its replacement, this funding will make a meaningful difference for our community and our residents,” said Lyon County Judge Executive, Jamie Smith.
Background:
On January 6, 2025, the City of Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant had a catastrophic failure to the Sequential Batch Reactor Tank. In addition to a statewide Emergency Declaration due to weather, local declarations of emergency were issued by both the City and the County. As a result of the failure, the City lost its sole capacity to treat municipal wastewater, forcing an immediate transition to temporary emergency measures that are costly, unsustainable, and not intended for long-term operation. Phase I emergency operations have placed a substantial financial strain on the City through the rental of treatment system units, labor-intensive maintenance, and increased regulatory oversight. Phase II is essential to restore and modernize Eddyville’s wastewater treatment capabilities through the planning, design, and construction of a new, permanent facility. The proposed project includes comprehensive improvements that will not only restore wastewater treatment operations but also ensure environmental compliance, protect public health, and support future growth in the City and surrounding region.