The Government of El Salvador has launched a large-scale water infrastructure project aimed at improving the potable water supply across the country, starting with key areas like Reparto Los Héroes in San Salvador.
On Wednesday, Jorge Castaneda, president of the National Administration of Aqueducts and Sewers (ANDA), announced the beginning of work along the Antigua a Huizúcar road, where more than 600 meters of new pipes will be installed. This area has long suffered from service interruptions due to an outdated hydraulic system.
“Just in that zone, over $700,000 had been spent on temporary fixes in past years. Now we’ve decided to make a permanent investment of over $600,000 to completely replace the network,” Castaneda said.
Nationwide, ANDA has carried out over 57,000 repairs in the past 10 months, including 27,000 so far in 2025. The water renewal plan is part of a broader effort led by President Nayib Bukele, which includes an unprecedented $265 million investment to upgrade El Salvador’s water distribution system.
In certain sections, such as the stretch along Antigua a Huizúcar, old pipes will not be removed. Instead, new pipelines will be installed using horizontal directional drilling, a technique that minimizes disruption to roads and traffic.
“We’ve considered all types of risks, including the challenges of the rainy season. We are prepared to ensure service continuity during the works,” Castaneda assured.
The national plan aims to improve access to clean water, reduce leakage losses, optimize service pressure, and ensure more efficient distribution throughout El Salvador.