American Water Works (NYSE:AWK) (NYSE: AWK) is a publicly traded utility company that provides water and wastewater services in the United States. Its core business is the operation, management and maintenance of regulated water and wastewater systems that deliver potable water, collect and treat wastewater, and provide related customer services to residential, commercial and industrial customers as well as municipalities. The company’s operations include water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, meter reading and billing, emergency repairs, and long-term infrastructure planning and capital project execution.
In addition to its regulated utility operations, American Water offers complementary nonregulated services and solutions that support system reliability and customer needs. These activities include operations and maintenance contracts, engineering and construction services, water quality and resource management programs, and service-line protection and warranty products. The business operates under a regulatory framework in which state and local utility commissions oversee rates and capital recovery, and the company emphasizes infrastructure modernization, regulatory compliance, and resilience to changing water quality and climate-related risks.
Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, American Water traces its roots to the late 19th century and has grown into one of the largest publicly traded water and wastewater providers in the U.S. Its geographic footprint spans numerous states and serves a broad mix of customer types through both wholly owned utilities and contracted service arrangements. Management emphasizes long-term investment in infrastructure, regulatory engagement, and customer service as central components of its strategy to maintain and expand reliable water and wastewater services.
