We are providing a private, pre-scheduled tours of the Water Treatment Plan at this time. To inquire about tours, please contact us.
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Touring the Aspinwall Water Treatment Plant is a unique experience for a school field trip, a research project, or an educational outing. You will learn about the source of your drinking water, the treatment process, and how it's distributed to taps throughout Pittsburgh.
What to Know
- Tours are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM
- Visitors must be at least 14 years old
- Visitors (or their legal guardian) must sign a waiver before the tour
- Those touring the Water Treatment Plant must wear sturdy, close-toed shoes
- Since the walking tour is mostly outside, dress appropriately for the weather (winter coat, raincoat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.)
- Tours are given rain or shine, unless severe weather occurs
- Attendees will walk over one mile (on flat ground) and climb several sets of stairs during the tour
- Maximum group size for a tour: 15.
Location
Aspinwall Water Treatment Plant
900 Freeport Road*
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
*make sure not to confuse with Freeport Rd. Brackenridge, PA 15104
Treatment Plant is across from Waterworks Plaza in Aspinwall.
Tour Guidelines and Waiver