Project Description:

The Groveland Community Services District (GCSD) Water System Improvement Project is to replace water mains and appurtenances in Groveland and Big-Oak Flat. Most of the water distribution mains that supply water to the communities of Groveland and Big Oak Flat are 4" in diameter or smaller and are almost 70 years old.

Frequent main breaks occur in these areas, causing large amounts of water to be lost, property damage, and back siphon conditions to occur.  Constant water loss is also occurring through small unidentified leaks in the distribution system due to its deteriorating condition. The Groveland and Big Oak Flat systems are currently in a condition where an increase in catastrophic water main failure is occurring, resulting in more frequent, longer water outages.

The project consists of installing 8,375 LF of 8-inch mains to replace the existing water system. System appurtenances include fire hydrants, water services, pressure reducing stations and air release valves. 

The project will provide adequate water capacity and pressure for fire hydrants in Big Oak Flat to operate in accordance with current standards. The project improves the reliabiity of the water system serving from downtown Groveland to the entire Big Oak Flat community.

Why It Matters:


The improvements will reduce water main failures, protect public health, and ensure reliable water service for Groveland and Big Oak Flat. 

Project Cost:

$3,200,000

Funding Source:  

Subrecipent Agreement between  the County of Tuolumne and GCSD

• Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) 

100% of the project cost is covered by the CDBG grant funding.

Engineer:

AM CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

Contractor:

Sierra Mountain Construction, Inc.