Project Update: Nov 12, 2024

Crews continue with the construction of the new underground pump station structure with placing rebar and laying out hatches in preparation of pouring the deck of the new storm water wet well and valve vaults. This will complete the major structural work for these structures. In addition, utility work in Coronado Avenue is underway with installation of the new 48-inch storm drainpipe. Crews will also install the force main piping at the rear of the new pump station in the coming weeks, and with the completion of this work, the construction of the new Controls Building can begin.

The Contractor has been maintaining the Best Management Practices (BMPs) onsite, and preparations have been made for anticipated rain events; this includes street sweeping and removing the inlet protection, allowing runoff to enter the storm drain system. The City has staged two dedicated, portable sewer bypass pumps at the station. One is already connected for an efficient start up, should it be needed, and a second is at the station for redundancy. A generator is ready to be powered up if there is an electrical outage. Other portable pumps are available for use around town. Additionally, we have spare sewer and storm wet well parts on-hand and the pump station alarms have been verified. During a major storm event, residents can stay up to date by checking the City website or social media sites.