Jackson's Decades-long Water Nightmare Aggravated by Leak Under a Golf Course

Frequent water shortages and contamination plague Jackson, Mississippi, for years.

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Leaking water main under Colonial Country Club exacerbates the crisis, resulting in 5 million gallons lost daily.

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Aging water system with over 100-year-old pipes prone to breaking, exacerbating shortages.

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Jackson residents endure severe impacts, including frequent "boil notices" and limited or no tap water availability.

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Efforts underway in Jackson: outside manager appointed, repairs initiated with federal support.

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$115 million federal funding allocated to address water system problems, with a total promise of $600 million.

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Ted Henifin, third-party water manager, oversees repairs and addresses debt related to the water system.

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$115 million investment aims to fix leaks, improve operation and maintenance, and provide stability to Jackson.

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