York Water (NASDAQ:YORW) Company (NASDAQ:YORW) is a publicly traded, investor‐owned water utility based in York, Pennsylvania, serving residential, commercial and industrial customers across York and Adams Counties, as well as portions of Chester County. Regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, the company maintains an extensive network of wells, springs and reservoir systems to deliver safe, reliable drinking water to approximately 196,000 service connections. Its operations include water treatment, storage, distribution and ongoing infrastructure maintenance to ensure compliance with state and federal water quality standards.
The company’s core activities encompass the sourcing of raw water, filtration and disinfection processes, and the management of an extensive pipeline system that transports treated water to end users. York Water also offers ancillary services such as meter installation and reading, hydrant maintenance, leak detection, and backflow prevention testing. To support these efforts, the utility invests in advanced monitoring technologies, automated meter reading systems and predictive maintenance programs designed to minimize service interruptions and optimize operational efficiency.
Established in 1816, York Water is the oldest investor‐owned utility in Pennsylvania and one of the earliest in the nation. Over its two‐century history, the company has expanded through strategic infrastructure investments and selective acquisitions to broaden its service territory. Key growth initiatives have included the addition of new distribution systems in Chester County during the late 20th century and the modernization of treatment facilities to meet evolving regulatory requirements and customer demands.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Kennan H. Murray, York Water emphasizes long‐term capital planning, environmental stewardship and community engagement. The company’s board of directors comprises seasoned professionals with expertise in utilities, finance and public policy. Through ongoing infrastructure renewal and customer‐focused service enhancements, York Water continues to reinforce its commitment to delivering high‐quality water services to its diverse customer base.
