CAPITAL INVESTMENTS | WATER

Downtown Water Line Replacement (E. Gladys/E. Main)

DESCRIPTION

PROJECT ID: W 20.0
ESTIMATED COST: $1,800,000
ACTUAL COST: TBD
  • Replaces about 4,900 linear feet of water main line in downtown Hermiston with ductile iron pipe.
  • Line replacement along Gladys Ave. between N.E. 3rd Street and N.E. 7th Street, and along E. Main St. between N.E. 5th Street and N.E. 9th Street, as well as small portions on E. Hurlburt and S.E. 7th Street. (See map)
  • Reconstruction will depend on the condition of the pavement and location of water mains. (View the staff report)
  • Tees, valves, and old cast iron water line will be replaced.

WHY IT’S NEEDED

Sections of this water distribution system were installed in the 1920s with steel pipe, some of the oldest pipe in the city water system. This project will eliminate failing, deteriorating and undersized lines, reduce repair work, and improve public safety.

PROJECT STATUS:
In Progress
PROJECT MILESTONES

August 2023

Design begins.

February 2024

Advertised for bids.

March 2024

Contract awarded to Culbert Construction for $1.86 million.  Construction expected to occur July-October 2024.

June 2024

Neighboring properties hand-delivered general project notice.

July 2024

Only July 12, neighboring properties hand-delivered notice of street closure on Gladys from July 16 through Aug. 31. Work begins July 16.

August 2024

Gladys water main portion mostly complete, with surface restoration to follow in September. Begin preparation for Main Street portion to begin in September by notifying residents,  businesses, and the public.

September 2024

Contractors complete water line replacement and begin repaving work on Gladys Ave.

October 2024

Work moves to Main Street, which requires closure of the road. Read the East Oregonian article.

LAST UPDATED: 10/10/24

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