Aqua New Jersey Acquires Lake Tamarack Water System in Sussex County
Business Wire•14/10/2026•07:00 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤$113,000 acquisition adds Lake Tamarack water system to Aqua New Jersey
- ➤Lake Tamarack system serves approximately 255 customers in Sussex County
- ➤Aqua New Jersey plans approximately $1.4 million in system investments
- ➤NJ BPU approved the acquisition on September 9, 2026
Expert Statements
Christopher Franklin, Chairman & CEO of Essential Utilities
“We are well positioned to make much needed improvements to this system in order to ensure the highest-quality drinking water service”
Christopher Franklin, Chairman & CEO of Essential Utilities
“We are happy to welcome the Lake Tamarack community to the Essential family.”
Natalie Chesko, President of Aqua New Jersey
“Residents of Lake Tamarack will now be able to benefit from a level of service, resources, and responsiveness that was not available to them before”
Natalie Chesko, President of Aqua New Jersey
“Our team of dedicated employees is committed to providing safe, reliable drinking water, and we look forward to serving this community for years to come.”
Anne-Marie Wilhelm, President of Lake Tamarack Water Corporation
“We’re excited about this sale and confident in Aqua New Jersey’s ability to deliver high-quality water service”
Anne-Marie Wilhelm, President of Lake Tamarack Water Corporation
“Aqua’s level of service has been outstanding throughout this process. They have treated our community with respect, provided outstanding support, and demonstrated the expertise and resources needed to modernize our system and ensure a smooth transition.”
Aqua New Jersey Acquires Lake Tamarack Water System in Sussex County
Acquisition reflects company’s commitment to providing highest quality drinking water service
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