City Council Greenlights Phase One of Major Water Main Overhaul

The Lake Havasu City Council greenlit the first phase of the 2024 Water Main Replacement Project on Tuesday evening. This phase, with over $3.2 million in funding, will address critical sections of water mains across 17 streets requiring urgent replacement.

Pronghorn Services, LLC has been awarded the bid for this extensive project. Areas identified for immediate attention have experienced frequent breaks and house pipes that are up to four decades old, according to Capital Program Manager Jason Hart.

Spanning primarily residential areas, particularly in the city’s north and northeast sectors, the project will extend over five months, wrapping up by February 2025. This annual replacement effort is vital, as noted by City Manager Jess Knudson, who highlighted the ongoing commitment to maintaining the city’s extensive water and sewer infrastructure with an annual budget of approximately $3 million.

Knudson stated, “We tackle the most critical areas first, ensuring our community’s infrastructure remains robust.” Council Member David Lane emphasized the funding mechanism, pointing to water rates paid by residents as a major source for these critical repairs. “Every home depends on these water mains. Maintaining them is essential for both daily needs and emergencies like fire incidents,” Lane added.

The funds for this project are incorporated in the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Plan, sourced from water utility funds. This phase includes work on Boeing Bay, Bombay Circle, Bombay Court, Bombay Plaza N., Clarke Place, Wallapai Drive, Cosnina Drive, Wayfarer Lane, Poplar Drive, Ash Drive, Maverick Circle N., Maverick Circle S., Maverick Court, Maverick Lane, Maracaibo Lane, Maracaibo Drive, and Maverick Place.

Looking ahead, subsequent phases will replace additional water infrastructure. Although specifics are earmarked for future fiscal years, nearly $20 million is allocated for the entire program up to June 2029. The design for phase two, approved in November, spans 22,650 linear feet of small pipes across 21 locations mainly on the city’s south side, covering sections of Kiowa Avenue, Acoma Boulevard, Fremont Drive, and Southwind Avenue.