California Water Service Completes Water Infrastructure Upgrade, Begins Another to Improve Water System in East Los Angeles

COMMERCE, Calif.—California Water Service (Cal Water) recently completed work on a water infrastructure upgrade and is working on another to enhance water supply reliability and fire protection for customers in East Los Angeles. Together, both projects will replace a total of 3,976 feet of aging water main by the end of May in the area.

“These important water system upgrades will help us continue to provide a reliable supply of high-quality water both for this community’s everyday needs and for fire protection in emergencies,” said Jim Crawford, Cal Water’s East Los Angeles District Manager. “Our infrastructure improvements are all about providing quality, service, and value to the communities we serve.”

Crews are currently working to replace 2,500 feet of 6-inch water main on Via San Delarro Street, from Dewar Avenue to Via Campo Street. Work on the project is taking place Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Crews recently completed construction on the installation of 1,476 feet of new 8-inch water main on Sadler Avenue, north of Beverly and Atlantic boulevards.

The main replacements are part of Cal Water’s broader commitment to proactive, ongoing maintenance and upgrades that support safe, high-quality drinking water.

About California Water Service

California Water Service provides high-quality, reliable water utility services to about 151,900 people through 26,621, service connections in its East Los Angeles District and another 1,250 people through an operating contract with the City of Commerce, and more than 2 million people through 500,000 service connections statewide. Cal Water’s purpose is to enhance the quality of life for customers and communities. To do so, it invests responsibly in water and wastewater infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and community well-being. The company’s 1,200 employees live by a set of strong core values and share a commitment to protecting the planet, caring for people, and operating with the utmost integrity. The utility, commemorating a century of service this year, has been named one of “America’s Most Responsible Companies” and one of the “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” by Newsweek, a USA Top Workplace, and a Great Place to Work®. More information is available at www.calwater.com.

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Released April 30, 2026