Downtown Boulder City got an unplanned water show Wednesday night after a contractor accidentally struck a water main at the City Hall ADA construction site, sending a steady stream of runoff down toward the nearby Hotel Plaza block. City crews moved in quickly to clamp down on the leak, and officials said updates will be posted as repairs move forward.
City Says Crews Are On It After Main Break
The City of Boulder City said Wednesday that a contractor working on City Hall's ADA improvements hit a water main, leading to “excessive water running towards Hotel Plaza,” and noted that crews “are on site fixing the leak,” according to the City of Boulder City on X. The city added that more details would be shared as work continues and thanked residents for their patience.
Where The Break Hit And Who Might Feel It
City Hall sits at 401 California Avenue, according to the City of Boulder City. Just down the way, the Hotel Plaza block hosts several shops and restaurants; Bloom Boutiques, for example, lists its address as 503 Hotel Plaza, placing it in the path of potential runoff as the water is brought under control, according to local business listings.
What Happens Next
According to the city, crews are working to isolate and repair the broken main and will share additional information as it becomes available. The X post wrapped with “Updates to follow” and “Thank you for your patience,” per the City of Boulder City on X. Residents and business owners worried about water service or access are urged to keep an eye on the city's official channels for the latest word.
For official updates and contact details, visit the contact page on the City of Boulder City website. The page lists City Hall's phone number as (702) 293-9208.
