Almond Pumping Plant Replacement and Associated Projects
EBMUD is planning upgrades at an EBMUD site near President Drive and 174th Avenue in Castro Valley. The full name of this project is Almond Pumping Plant and Associated Pipeline Improvements, El Portal Reservoir Rehabilitation and New South 30 Rate Control Station.
EBMUD will upgrade aging infrastructure that has reached the end of its service life, and will improve water service reliability and flexibility. This project includes:
- Replacing the Almond Pumping Plant in its existing location
- Installing 1,500 feet of 36-inch pipeline in neighborhood streets
- Installing a new South 30 Rate Control Station (within the new pumping plant structure)
- Rehabilitating the El Portal Reservoir
Workplan and Schedule
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, EBMUD will prepare and file a Notice of Exemption with Alameda County.
Design of the project began in June 2011 and will take about 1-1/2 years to complete. Project construction is estimated to begin in 2013 and is also expected to take about 1-1/2 years.
Contact Information
Gregory Chan, Senior Community Affairs Representative
Email:gchan@ebmud.com
Phone: (510) 287-0136
Tom Boardman, Associate Civil Engineer
Email: tboardma@ebmud.com
Phone: (510) 287-0332
Published Studies and Other Resources
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