# Colombia water infrastructure and sustainability efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/investigations-into-water-service-disruptions-across-south-america > Updated: 2026-08-02T18:30:06.000Z. Sources: 58. Developments: 25. In May 2026 Bogotá’s water utility (EAAB) announced a series of scheduled service interruptions across dozens of neighborhoods, including Antonio Nariño, Bosa, Suba and Usaquén, to carry out corrective maintenance, valve replacement and network tie‑ins. The same month, a formal audit was launched by the national auditor into Veolia’s water‑and‑sewerage concession in Tunja, probing a 2019 contract amendment that extended the concession to 2041 and raised concerns over fiscal imbalance. June saw further EAAB cuts on 2, 3, 4 and 6 June, affecting districts such as Fontibón, Kennedy, Suba and Engativá, while the utility also suspended access to the Eastern Hills trail to concentrate staff for the presidential election. In Ciudad Bolívar, an emergency water‑supply program delivered tanker water to informal settlements following a judicial ruling. Simultaneously, Tunja’s untreated wastewater continued to pollute the Jordan River and La Playa reservoir, prompting calls for accelerated completion of a new treatment plant. Regional projects advanced: the Acueducto Metropolitano of Bucaramanga prepared rural water and sanitation works; the Ibagué Aqueduct Company awarded a multi‑billion‑peso contract for a new conveyance line; Santa Marta secured a 410.8 billion‑peso water‑system contract; and Luruaco in Atlántico began a COP 11 billion water‑system upgrade. In Buenaventura, repairs on a burst 39‑inch pipe progressed toward full service restoration for 340,000 residents, while Medellín’s “Mi Río, Mis Quebradas” program reached 93 % completion of the La Honda stream canalisation. Cauca municipalities upgraded drainage and rural aqueducts, and Bucaramanga announced a 16 % water‑tariff increase to be phased in through early 2027. Throughout July, EAAB launched a city‑wide replacement of 319,000 water meters, beginning with 11,000 units in Usaquén, Chapinero and Suba, financed through the water bill. ## Claims - EAAB is replacing 319,000 water meters in Bogotá. (corroborated by 2 sources) - 82.7 % of existing meters require updating due to wear causing sub‑metering errors. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The first phase will install 11,000 meters in Usaquén, Chapinero and Suba. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The replacement is authorized under article 144 of Law 142 of 1994. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The cost of the new meter and its installation will be charged on the water bill, with financing options up to 36 months. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The program aims to improve measurement precision and billing reliability. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The replacement process includes prior notification, inspection, scheduling, installation, testing, and formal closure. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-02: Bogotá water supply faces scheduled cuts across multiple districts Aug 3‑6 Bogotá's water utility will cut service in many districts from Aug 3‑6 for maintenance, with 12‑27 hour outages and advice to fill tanks and conserve water. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-supply-faces-scheduled-cuts-across-multiple-districts-aug-36 ### 2026-07-29: Bogotá launches massive water‑meter replacement program Bogotá’s EAAB is replacing 319,000 water meters, starting with 11,000 in three districts, to improve accuracy; costs are billed with up to 36‑month financing. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-utility-launches-largescale-meter-replacement-program ### 2026-07-20: Ecuador and Colombia boost community sustainable farming initiatives Urban‑agriculture projects in Ecuador and soil‑conservation efforts in Colombia provide training, tools and organic inputs to dozens of low‑income families, enhancing sustainable farming. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ecuador-and-colombia-boost-community-sustainable-farming-initiatives ### 2026-07-15: Community Initiatives Boost Water Management in Ecuador and Colombia Ecuador's Rumipata and Colombia's Cauca region launch community‑led water management projects, featuring mortiño cultivation and reforestation to protect local streams. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-initiatives-boost-water-management-in-ecuador-and-colombia ### 2026-07-06: Bogotá and Soacha face scheduled water service cuts July 7‑9, 2026 Bogotá and nearby Soacha will have water cuts July 7‑9, 2026 for maintenance, affecting many districts with up to 24‑hour suspensions; residents urged to store water and essential services will receive tankers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-and-soacha-face-scheduled-water-service-cuts-july-79-2026 ### 2026-07-06: Bogotá water utility EAAB promotes digital billing and removes 45 tons of waste from drains Bogotá’s water utility EAAB teamed with Maloka to reward digital‑bill users with a 2‑for‑1 ticket offer, and, with Aguas de Bogotá, cleared 45 tons of waste from city drains to improve flood resilience. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-utility-eaab-promotes-digital-billing-and-removes-45-tons-of-waste-from-drains ### 2026-06-25: Latin America expands water infrastructure while confronting emergencies Mexico, Argentina and Colombia launch water projects and address emergencies, affecting hundreds of thousands, from hydration stations to major aqueducts and pipe repairs. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-works-to-restore-water-supply-in-mariquita-and-buenaventura ### 2026-06-24: San José and Bucaramanga raise water, waste fees in July San José, CA, and Bucaramanga, Colombia, will raise water, sewer and trash fees starting July 1, with San José’s increases of 3‑7% and Bucaramanga’s phased rise up to ~25% by Feb 2027. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-jos-and-bucaramanga-raise-water-waste-fees-in-july ### 2026-06-22: Cauca municipalities improve drainage and rural water supply Silvia, Cauca upgrades cultural center drainage, while Morales, Cauca advances a rural aqueduct to provide reliable water for hundreds of families. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cauca-municipalities-improve-drainage-and-rural-water-supply ### 2026-06-21: Bogotá water utility suspends Eastern Hills trail access for election weekend Bogotá’s water utility will close Eastern Hills trails on June 20‑21, 2026, to focus on the presidential runoff, reopening on June 23; users must reschedule via virtual platforms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-utility-suspends-eastern-hills-trail-access-for-election-weekend ### 2026-06-19: Colombia advances water infrastructure repairs in Buenaventura and Medellín Colombia moves ahead on water infrastructure, repairing Buenaventura’s main pipe to restore supply for 340,000 residents and nearing completion of Medellín’s La Honda stream project to cut flood risk for local 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-advances-water-infrastructure-repairs-in-buenaventura-and-medelln ### 2026-06-15: Bogotá’s EAAB recovers 13 M m³ water, retains AAA rating amid citywide cut plans Bogotá’s water utility EAAB recovered over 13 M m³ of unbilled water, kept its AAA credit rating, and announced extensive 24‑hour water cuts across neighborhoods from 16‑18 June 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-utility-recovers-over-13-million-cubic-meters-and-keeps-aaa-credit-rating ### 2026-06-11: Bogotá faces scheduled power and water outages in mid‑June 2026 Bogotá will experience scheduled electricity cuts on 13 June and water supply interruptions on 12 June 2026, affecting multiple neighborhoods as utilities perform maintenance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-faces-scheduled-power-and-water-outages-in-midjune-2026 ### 2026-06-10: Colombia pushes forward key road and water infrastructure projects Colombia advances the La Gran Vía viaduct in Atlántico, a $11 bn water upgrade in Luruaco, and a $22 bn rehabilitation of the Manizales‑Mariquita road, creating jobs and boosting regional connectivity. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-pushes-forward-key-road-and-water-infrastructure-projects ### 2026-06-09: Bogotá to face water cuts and Santa Marta to experience power outages in early June Bogotá will have water cuts June 9‑12 across many districts, while Santa Marta faces power outages on June 10 due to utility maintenance. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-to-face-water-cuts-and-santa-marta-to-experience-power-outages-in-early-june ### 2026-06-03: Colombia awards multi‑billion peso water infrastructure contracts in Ibagué and Santa Marta Colombia awarded major water‑infrastructure contracts: a 18.5 bn‑peso aqueduct phase in Ibagué and a 410.8 bn‑peso El Curval system in Santa Marta, aiming to expand supply to growing urban areas. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-awards-multibillion-peso-water-infrastructure-contracts-in-ibagu-and-santa-marta ### 2026-06-03: Bogotá schedules water supply cuts for June 3 in multiple neighborhoods Bogotá's water utility will cut supply on 3 June for 24‑hour periods in Fontibón and Bosa neighborhoods to perform preventive maintenance and pipe work. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-schedules-water-supply-cuts-for-june-3-in-multiple-neighborhoods ### 2026-06-03: Bogotá’s Ciudad Bolívar Provides Emergency Water to Southern Settlements Bogotá’s Ciudad Bolívar launched a temporary water‑delivery program for hundreds of families in southern informal settlements, following a court order, with tankers, community info points and quality monitoring 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogots-ciudad-bolvar-provides-emergency-water-to-southern-settlements ### 2026-06-02: Bogotá faces scheduled water supply cuts in multiple districts Bogotá will have water cuts on June 2 and 4 2026 in many districts as EAAB conducts valve replacements and maintenance, causing up to 24‑hour outages. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-faces-scheduled-water-supply-cuts-in-multiple-districts ### 2026-06-01: Acueducto Metropolitano of Bucaramanga advances water and sanitation projects Colombian Acueducto Metropolitano moves forward with water and sanitation projects in Bucaramanga, while Peru's EPS Grau replaces concrete slabs and rehabilitates water‑distribution infrastructure in Chulucanas 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acueducto-metropolitano-of-bucaramanga-advances-water-and-sanitation-projects ### 2026-05-26: Tunja wastewater discharge contaminates Tuta’s river and reservoir Tuta’s mayor says untreated Tunja wastewater is polluting local river and reservoir, worsening health risks as PTAR construction stalls. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tunja-wastewater-discharge-contaminates-tutas-river-and-reservoir ### 2026-05-25: Bogotá schedules water supply interruptions for May 25 maintenance Bogotá's water utility will cut supply in many districts on 25 May 2026 for six‑hour maintenance, advising residents to store water and offering tanker service for hospitals and clinics. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-schedules-water-supply-interruptions-for-may-25-maintenance ### 2026-05-20: Bogotá water supply to be interrupted in multiple districts on May 20, 2026 EAAB will cut water in several Bogotá districts on May 20 for maintenance, urging residents to store water and use it sparingly. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bogot-water-supply-to-be-interrupted-in-multiple-districts-on-may-20-2026 ### 2026-05-17: Colombia's urban boom strains water quality, driving firms like Grupo Tecman to upgrade infrastructure Colombia’s fast urban growth worsens water quality, prompting maintenance firms like Grupo Tecman to enhance infrastructure and protect public health. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombias-urban-boom-strains-water-quality-driving-firms-like-grupo-tecman-to-upgrade-infrastructure ### 2026-05-03: Colombian audit probes Veolia water concession in Tunja Colombia’s auditor investigates Veolia’s extended water concession in Tunja for alleged contract irregularities. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombian-audit-probes-veolia-water-concession-in-tunja --- Cite as: Colombia water infrastructure and sustainability efforts. 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