New Jersey American Water Welcomes Gordon's Corner Customers After Acquisition

New Jersey American Water Enhances Service with Gordon's Corner Acquisition

On July 27, 2026, New Jersey American Water announced the completion of its acquisition of Gordon's Corner Water Company, a significant move that adds approximately 15,300 new water customer connections in the Marlboro, Manalapan, and Colts Neck Townships. This strategic decision not only extends New Jersey American Water's reach but also enhances the reliability of water services in Monmouth County.

Mark McDonough, the President of New Jersey American Water, expressed his enthusiasm in welcoming former Gordon's Corner customers and employees into the New Jersey American Water family.

"This acquisition strengthens water service reliability in Monmouth County while providing customers with the benefits of being part of a larger utility dedicated to safety, quality, and affordability," McDonough stated.

In the next five years, New Jersey American Water plans to invest over $25 million in modernizing the critical infrastructure that supports water delivery. This includes upgrading outdated customer meters, fire hydrants, and aging water mains across the newly acquired area. Additionally, the company will improve the water tank located on Holiday Road in Manalapan, ensuring that essential services remain robust and capable of meeting growing demand.

Before finalizing this acquisition, the company had announced the agreement on October 21, 2025. The merger into the Coastal Operating Region was highlighted as a way to increase water redundancy in regions experiencing high demand, especially during peak tourism and irrigation seasons. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities sanctioned the acquisition on July 15, 2026, paving the way for this transformative change.

David Ern, the former President of Gordon's Corner Water Company, acknowledged the commitment to a seamless transition, remarking, "We are proud of the service Gordon's Corner has provided over the years and confident that New Jersey American Water will continue that tradition while bringing additional resources and customer programs."

Current and former Gordon's Corner customers will benefit from enhanced customer service through features like the online account management portal, MyWater. Additionally, qualifying customers can enroll in the H2O Help to Others program, aimed at assisting those needing help with bill payments.

New Jersey American Water has built a reputation based on delivering industry-leading customer service, which has led to eleven acquisitions in the past five years, resulting in the addition of over 40,500 new customers. This expansion aligns with the company's broader mission to support environmental stewardship and continual improvements in infrastructure throughout the state.

American Water, the parent company of New Jersey American Water, holds the title of the largest regulated water and wastewater utility in the U.S., with a storied history dating back to 1886. The company, serving approximately 14 million people across 14 states, focuses on providing safe, clean, reliable, and economically accessible drinking water and wastewater services.

For further details and to access resources for the new customers, New Jersey American Water has launched a dedicated webpage that will offer comprehensive information on their services, including billing and customer care.

In conclusion, the acquisition of Gordon's Corner Water Company marks an important chapter in New Jersey American Water's continuing mission to enhance water service reliability and customer satisfaction while planning for the future growth of the communities served.

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