HOMESTEAD
​​​The main waterway in Homestead is the Monongahela River.
Homestead was chartered in 1880 and sits about seven miles up the Monongahela River from downtown Pittsburgh. Homestead Run and West Run are tributaries of the Monongahela, which are both classified as ‘impaired’ by the PA Department of Environmental Protection. They do not meet water quality standards that support aquatic life, fish consumption, potable water, or recreation.
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A railroad, glass factory, and iron mill caused the population to boom after 1883, bringing in money and shipping out natural resources. The Carnegie Library of Homestead was opened to the public in 1898, and the historic district includes the site of the Homestead Strike of 1892. The Homestead Steel Works, which closed in the 1980's, was developed into the open-air shopping district The Waterfront. You can still spot the smoke stacks that once filled the air with byproducts.
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In case of an emergency (ex. major spill, threat to human and/or wildlife), call 911
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Unsure how to report water pollution to the regulatory agency? Not sure what water pollution you're seeing? Three Rivers Waterkeeper is here to help you respond to water pollution in our waterways! ​ Visit our report pollution page here.
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To report an environmental emergency to the PA DEP, please call: 1-800-541-2050​​
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Report environmental incidents & complaints to the Southwest DEP office online or calling: 866-255-5158​
Water Assistance​​​​​​​​​​​​
PA American Water and AlcoSan are the drinking water and sewage treatment providers in Homestead.
​PA American Water has multiple customer assistance programs.
If you know you will have trouble making a payment on time, call 1-800-565-7292. ​If a member of your household has a medical condition that requires water services and you know you will have trouble making a payment, call 1-800-565-7292. ​If you have a Protection From Abuse (PFA) or other court orders then you can have protections placed on your water service. To receive Protection from Abuse assistance, call 717-550-1538.​​​​​​​​​​​​
The H2O Help to Others Program™ offers grants, discounts, and equipment to help save money on your water bills. Visit www.dollarenergy.org or call 1-888-282-6816. ​
H2O Help to Others Program (English)
H2O Help to Others Program (Spanish)
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The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund (PAHAF) helps with housing-related expenses. Visit www.PAHAF.org or call 888-987-2423.
For ALCOSAN Assistance, start by calling Dollar Energy Fund at 1-888-282-6816. They can take your application by phone or help you find a local social service agency for your application. You will need to provide a copy of your water/sewage bill, which includes ALCOSAN charges, as well as your Social Security number and proof of your monthly household income.
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For more information and help with navigating bills and qualifications, call PA American Water at 1-800-565-7292 or the sewage collector, Jordan Tax (412) 835-5243.
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