American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association

06/03/2026

Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) is custom-designed to meet a wide range of site-specific conditions. For pipelines installed in unstable soil environments, specialized solutions such as piers or aerial spans may be required. Learn how CPP can be effectively applied in challenging and complex site conditions by exploring the resources available at: https://acppa.org/resources

Access technical resources, design tools, publications, and reference materials from ACPPA to support concrete pressure pipe applications in water and wast

05/27/2026

The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association continues to grow! Please join us in welcoming our newest member, Flow Control Group.

Flow Control Group has built strong working relationships with municipalities across both Western and Eastern Canada. Their experienced field teams are equipped to handle a wide range of on-site challenges, including all pipe sizes, service requirements, and complex field conditions.

Recognized as a trusted leader in the industry, Flow Control Group specializes in pressurized connections, frozen and blocked water mains, and comprehensive fire hydrant services.

Learn more about the solutions and services they provide by visiting their website at: https://hydreau-flo.com/

05/21/2026

Trenchless technologies are widely used for pipeline installation, and Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) is a proven solution for these applications. CPP offers exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, watertight joints, and the ability to support single-pass installations. Learn more about the benefits of CPP for various applications at: https://acppa.org/what-is-cpp -and-applications

05/12/2026

The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA) is pleased to welcome new member Houle H2O!

For more than 35 years, Houle H2O has provided pipeline service expertise throughout Quebec and the Maritimes. Their team offers a full range of services for Concrete Cylinder Pipe (CCP), including hot taps, line stops, and more.

Learn more about their services at: https://www.houleh2o.com/en/

05/01/2026

Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) is designed for specific internal pressures and external stresses, with features like secure rubber-gasketed joints for water tightness. CPP is manufactured in longer lengths, which provides fewer joints. With mandated and more stringent water quality standards to design conveyance systems with low infiltration/exfiltration characteristics, CPP is an excellent solution for sewer installations. Find out more benefits of using CPP for sewer applications at: https://acppa.org/what-is-cpp -of-cpp

04/29/2026

Thompson Pipe Group, a member of the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA), is exhibiting at the Texas Water Conference being held April 27th to 30th at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. www.acppa.org

03/30/2026

Long lifecycle Which Lasts Longer?
Concrete:
✔ Properly installed and maintained, lasts *75–100 years
✔ Highly resistant to corrosion
✔ Proven durability in water and sewer systems with minimal maintenance
Steel:
✔ *Today’s Ductile Iron Pipe is designed for 50 years’ service life - if properly coated and protected
✖ Requires cathodic protection systems
✖ Needs ongoing monitoring and maintenance
✖ Without these measures, steel is vulnerable to corrosion, shortening its service life.
Best installed value for municipalities over time compared to materials that may require more frequent attention or earlier replacement cycles.
Referencing:
1) American Water Works Association (AWWA) (2015). “Buried no longer: confronting America’s water infrastructure challenge.”
2) AWWA WRF “long-term performance of ductile iron pipe” (2011); Folkman, s. “water main break rates in the USA and Canada:
A comprehensive study” (2012); Spickelmire, w. “corrosion control considerations for ductile iron pipe – a consultant’s perspective” (2012)
3) Concrete pressure pipe AWWA manual M9 – 3rd edition, American water works association.

02/23/2026

Happy Engineers Week! This week, we’re celebrating the brilliant minds who keep our most essential resource flowing — the engineers dedicated to the water and wastewater industry. www.acppa.org

02/19/2026

Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) rarely requires cathodic protection because the alkalinity of Portland cement provides corrosion protection. CPP can be installed in most natural environments, making it a sustainable solution. Find out more about External Protection of CPP at: https://bit.ly/4kGYa50

01/30/2026

A little bit of CPP history: Tulsa’s Concrete Pressure Pipe Legacy

In 1923 – 1924, Tulsa built its first major water pipeline - stretching nearly 60 miles from Spavinaw Creek. Constructed with reinforced concrete pressure pipe, it was the longest of its kind in the U.S. at the time. Crews relied on mule-drawn scrapers and steam-powered cranes to navigate rugged terrain, making it a remarkable engineering achievement.

By 1951, mechanized backhoes and diesel cranes enabled crews to install 100 sections of 66-inch pipe in a single day, showing how far installation methods had come.

Today, this gravity-fed pipeline is still in use, celebrating its centenary in 2024. Undeniably a powerful example of how concrete pressure pipe has stood the test of time, proving its durability across generations while evolving with modern efficiency standards.