DeKalb County is about to launch the San Gabriel Water Main Replacement Project next Thursday as part of a multi-billion-dollar effort to enhance the area's watershed infrastructure. As reported by the county's news release, workers will be setting out to replace approximately 43,100 linear feet of aging ductile iron water pipes stretching from Columbia Drive to Glenwood Road.
The initiative is a slice of the county’s substantial $4.27 billion capital improvement program, which seeks to bolster both capacity and service reliability for community water systems. It's a long haul, with the project slated to last around 14 months, projected to wrap up by December 2026, weather permitting. Residents should be poised to adjust to the usual bustle that comes with such upgrades, including traffic disruptions and the hum of heavy machinery typically active from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Those looking for more details on the undertaking, or have concerns they'd like addressed can tune into a virtual community meeting. This digital gathering is to be hosted today
at 6:30 p.m., accessible via a Zoom link provided by the county. For individuals unable to make the virtual event, there are alternative avenues for acquiring information. Queries can be directed to the DWM Project Information Line at 1-800-986-1108 or emails sent to [email protected].
For a more immediate dive into the specifics of the project, interested parties can visit the county's official communication at DeKalb County's News Release. This direct source offers both procedural and contact information to help residents understand and to better navigate the impending changes to their local infrastructure.
