Oceanside will begin construction on the Downtown Water and Sewer Replacement Phase II Project in early 2026, the second of a five-phase program to replace aging water and sewer mains throughout Downtown Oceanside.
Phase I, located between Neptune and Pier View Way, included the replacement of 2.5 miles of water and over 1.5 miles of sewer infrastructure.
The Phase II Project includes the replacement of more than 3 miles of sewer and over 2.5 miles of water infrastructure, and expands the recycled water system in downtown with nearly a mile of new pipe.
Many of the water and sewer mains to be replaced in the project have reached an advanced age, with some sewer mains approaching nearly 100 years old. The project is in keeping with the city’s goal of upgrading water and sewer system to current standards while ensuring capacity to meet the area’s growing needs. The city will also add additional recycled water customers as part of the system expansion, including public, commercial and mixed-use residential properties. Recycled water is typically used for irrigation and is a part of Oceanside’s goal of providing sustainable and alternative water sources to customers.
The Phase II construction is anticipated to begin early next year and last for approximately two years. Traffic throughout construction areas will generally be maintained at all times. Road closures or detours with impacts to the public will be allowed as night work only. Daytime work is restricted from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and further restricted in certain busy areas. No work will be allowed west of Myers Street during the summer season. Work will also be restricted during annual events and weekly markets in the downtown area.
The project cost is roughly $30 million and will be funded through previously budgeted capital improvement program funds, as well as through state and federal grants.
Visit the Oceanside Water Utilities webpage for updates on the project, call 760-435-5930 or email DTWSP2[at]oceansideca.org for project-related questions.
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