History
2022-2023
2024
2024-2025
Early 2026
Spring 2026
Summer 2026
Fall 2026
LEAP Innovation District Announced
Indiana begins developing the LEAP Innovation District in Boone County to attract advanced manufacturing and technology companies. As plans grow, utilities begin evaluating long-term water infrastructure needed to support future development.
Large industrial facilities require significant water resources, prompting discussions about new supply and return systems.
Water Transfer Proposal Becomes Public
Citizens Energy Group and Lebanon Utilities announce plans to transport water from Indianapolis to Boone County for industrial use before returning treated water to the Eagle Creek watershed.
Why it matters: Residents begin asking questions about water quality, water quantity, environmental impacts, and long-term stewardship of Eagle Creek Reservoir.
Engineering and Environmental Studies
Engineering teams continue evaluating pipeline routes, treatment requirements, and environmental impacts while preparing permit applications.
State and federal agencies begin reviewing technical information before construction can proceed.
Community Engagement Expands
Residents organize meetings, educational events, and advocacy efforts requesting additional environmental review and consideration of alternative discharge locations.
Community feedback becomes a significant part of the public conversation surrounding the project.
Proposed Discharge Location Reconsidered
Project leaders announce that the originally discussed discharge location near Eagle Creek Park will no longer be pursued while additional alternatives are evaluated.
Why it matters: This represents one of the first major design changes made after public input and continued engineering review.
Engineering, Environmental Review &
Permitting Continue
Engineering, environmental review, and permitting continue. Agencies are evaluating technical data while community members continue monitoring project developments.
Final routing, permitting, and construction timelines remain subject to regulatory approval and future project decisions.