FutureNOW Pittsburgh Water Tour 6/18/25

We are launching our FutureNOW program with a complimentary tour of the Pittsburgh Water Treatment Plant!

FutureNOW is a brand-new initititive for ACEC/PA geared towards early-career engineers with 15 years or less of  experience. This is an opportunity for our next generation of engineering leaders to network with peers of their own experience level and learn from leaders in our industry.

Our first event will be a tour led by Kevin Wood, Senior Manager of Water Quality Production, followed by Rachael Beam, Chief Engineering Officer, who will present on her water sector career path.

What You Need to Know

What To Wear: 

• Close-toed shoes are required. No heels, flip flops, or non-sturdy shoes.
• Any PPE that Pittsburgh Water provides
• Dress for the weather—the tour often includes outdoor segments and visits to areas that are not climate-controlled.

When You Arrive: 

• Each person will need to present an official ID, such as a driver’s license, to the guard, and they will open the gate. The guard will present adults with a visitor badge for the day.
• The guard will direct you to park either alongside the building or at another location on campus. 
• All visitors will enter through the front door.
• A Pittsburgh Water staff member will greet the group in the lobby and direct you upstairs to the conference room. 
• No food or drink is permitted to be brought into the building.
   

Photo Policy

• Cell phone usage by tour participants is prohibited during the tour.
• Cell phones should be put on silent throughout the tour. 
• Tour participants are not permitted to take photographs or videos during the tour.
• Photos in common areas are permitted at the discretion of the Pittsburgh Water Tour Guide.

How to Get There

• The address for the tour is 900 Freeport Road Pittsburgh, PA 15238.
• The plant is located directly across from Waterworks Plaza in Aspinwall. If you are using Waze, make sure you do not get directed to Blawnox or Brackenridge. 
• Driving to this part of town can sometimes involve a bit of traffic. Check with your GPS for the quickest routes. If you are approaching from Route 28/Downtown, the entrance to the plant will be on the right. After turning into the plant, you will cross railroad tracks and arrive at the security gate.

Please note, there will be a waiver you will have to sign before going on the tour.