The project consists of the installation of new water distribution main pipeline in public streets to replace existing backyard water mains that have outlived their useful life.

Major project facts:

• 3,400 feet of 8-, and 12-inch diameter pipe is to be installed
• 13 fire hydrants will be upgraded
• 11 new metered services will be installed; and 15 meters will be reconnected
• The construction cost is estimated to be $1.1 million

Schedule:

• The project began in November 2019 and is expected to be completed in the spring of 2020.
• Final street restoration is anticipated in the spring of 2020 (warmer temperatures are necessary for this type of work).
• April Work Phases (see map below):
  • Main Replacement - Phase 1& 2 (Doug Veerkamp General Engineering, Inc.)
  • Service Line and Meter Installation - Phase 1 & 2 (Flowline Contractors, Inc.)

Download the pdf version of the project area map

Main Replacement FAQs.

Billing:

• Flat rate billing will remain in effect until November 2021 when it will convert to meter rate billing.
• Shortly after your meter is installed, your water bill will include new informational items:
  • A consumption graph showing monthly usage.
  • Meter rate billing amount.
• You may opt to start meter rate billing early.  If so, please contact the Customer Service Department at 916.972.7171 or email feedback@sswd.org.            

Water Meter Facts and FAQs.

Contact Information:

After-hours emergency calls should be directed to SSWD's main number 916.972.7171.

Construction Manager (primary contact)
      ERC Contracting (contractor for SSWD)
      Ricky (Richard) Ingraham
      Phone: 916.768.0786
      Email: erccontracting@yahoo.com

Field Inspector
      S. E. Ahlstrom Inspection (contractor for SSWD)
      Scott Ahlstrom
      Phone: 916.849.7159
      Email: seahlstrom@yahoo.com

Project Manager
      Sacramento Suburban Water District
      Mitchell McCarthy, Assistant Engineer
      Phone: 916.679.2896
      Email: mmccarthy@sswd.org