Industry Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the construction of water and sewer lines, mains, pumping stations, treatment plants, and storage tanks. The work performed may include new work, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and repairs. Specialty trade contractors are included in this industry if they are engaged in activities primarily related to water, sewer line, and related structures construction. All structures (including buildings) that are integral parts of water and sewer networks (e.g., storage tanks, pumping stations, water treatment plants, and sewage treatment plants) are included in this industry.
Illustrative Examples:
Distribution line, sewer and water, construction
Sewer main, pipe and connection, construction
Fire hydrant installation
Storm sewer construction
Irrigation systems construction
Water main and line construction
Sewage disposal plant construction
Pumping station, water and sewage system, construction
Water system storage tank and tower construction
Reservoir construction
Water treatment plant construction
Water well drilling, digging, boring, or sinking (except water intake wells in oil and gas fields)
Cross-References.
Business Examples
Common types of business activities within NAICS 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction are:
- Artesian well construction
- Water pumping or lift station construction
- Pumping station, water and sewage system, construction
- Geothermal drilling
- Sewer construction
- Irrigation project construction (except lawn)
- Water filtration plant construction
- Water sampling station installation
- Utility line (i.e., sewer, water), construction
- Capping of water wells
- Sewage collection and disposal line construction
- Construction management, water and sewage treatment plant
- Aqueduct construction
- Sewage disposal plant construction
- Construction management, water and sewer line
- Distribution line, sewer and water, construction
- Sewage treatment plant construction
- Reservoir construction
- Water system storage tank and tower construction
- Drilling water wells (except water intake wells in oil and gas fields)
- Water well pump and well piping system installation
- Water treatment plant construction
- Storm sewer construction
- Water desalination plant construction
- Hydrant and flushing hydrant installation
- Lagoon, sewage treatment construction
- Sewer main, pipe and connection, construction
- Water main and line construction
- Fire hydrant installation
- Sanitary sewer construction
- Water well drilling, digging, boring or sinking (except water intake wells in oil and gas fields)
IBISWorld Industry Research Report
Water & Sewer Line Construction in the US (23711)
Revenue 2025
$68bn
Growth 2025
1.41%
Key Trends
Rising utility and residential construction provided contractors with healthy downstream markets
Demand is fueled by the United States' consistent need for proper water and sewer systems
The industry will expand as it benefits from renewed economic activity
Products and Services
Similar Industries
For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:
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NAICS Cross Reference
Establishments primarily engaged in constructing marine facilities (e.g., ports), flood control structures, dams, or hydroelectric power generation facilities are classified in Industry 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
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NAICS Hierarchy 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
NAICS Code 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction sits in the 2-digit Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes
2 Digits: 23
Sector Title: Construction
3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits
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2361 Residential Building Construction
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2362 Nonresidential Building Construction
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23621 Industrial Building Construction
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23622 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
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2371 Utility System Construction
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23711 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
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23712 Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction
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23713 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
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2372 Land Subdivision
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23721 Land Subdivision
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2373 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
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23731 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
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2379 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
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23799 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
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2381 Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
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23811 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors
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23812 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
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23813 Framing Contractors
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23814 Masonry Contractors
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23815 Glass and Glazing Contractors
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23816 Roofing Contractors
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23817 Siding Contractors
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23819 Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
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2382 Building Equipment Contractors
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23821 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
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23822 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
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23829 Other Building Equipment Contractors
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2383 Building Finishing Contractors
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23831 Drywall and Insulation Contractors
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23832 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
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23833 Flooring Contractors
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23834 Tile and Terrazzo Contractors
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23835 Finish Carpentry Contractors
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23839 Other Building Finishing Contractors
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2389 Other Specialty Trade Contractors
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23891 Site Preparation Contractors
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23899 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
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