Pittsburgh, PA, August 29, 2026 — A recent report from Pittsburgh Controller Rachael Heisler indicates an improvement in the operational status of public water fountains throughout the city. The assessment, which tested a total of 35 water fountains, found that 27 were functional and ready for public use, while 8 were identified as being turned off.

This latest inspection represents a positive shift compared to a previous assessment conducted in July 2025. The full details of the July 2025 inspection, including the specific number of fountains found operational or non-operational at that time, were not provided in the summary of the current report. However, the current findings suggest progress in maintaining city infrastructure.

The report from Controller Heisler aims to provide transparency regarding the state of public amenities. While the summary does not specify the exact locations of the tested fountains or the reasons why the 8 were turned off, it highlights the ongoing effort to ensure these public resources are available. Further details regarding the specific criteria for ‘operational’ status, the process for identifying non-operational units, and any planned next steps for the fountains that were found to be turned off were not detailed in the provided information.

The Controller’s office is responsible for oversight of city operations, and reports like this serve to inform the public and city officials about the status of services. The number of functional fountains reported in this assessment, 27 out of 35, indicates that a significant majority of the tested units are meeting service standards.

For a complete understanding of the report’s findings, including comparative data from previous inspections and specific details on individual fountain statuses, further information from the Controller’s office would be necessary.



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