Altoona Water Authority advances 16th Avenue waterline replacement after damaging break
The Altoona Water Authority awarded Guyer Bros. a contract to replace approximately 500 feet of 12-inch waterline on 16th Avenue in Altoona.
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The Altoona Water Authority awarded Guyer Bros. a contract to replace approximately 500 feet of 12-inch waterline on 16th Avenue in Altoona.
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