California Water Service Set To Begin Water Infrastructure Upgrade To Improve Water Supply Reliability And Fire Protection In Oroville

California Water Service Set To Begin Water Infrastructure Upgrade To Improve Water Supply Reliability And Fire Protection In Oroville

OROVILLE, Calif.-California Water Service (Cal Water) will begin work on a water infrastructure upgrade this month that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection in central Oroville.

The project will replace more than 3,000 feet of aging water main on Pine Street from Montgomery Street to Mitchell Avenue.

"Replacing aging pipes and maintaining our system reduces risks of leaks, main breaks, and water quality issues," said Loni Lind, Oroville Local Manager. "This improves system reliability, decreases water loss, and helps Cal Water continue providing safe, clean, reliable water to homes and businesses in Oroville."

Construction will be performed Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. The main replacement is expected to be completed in May.

"We will make every effort to minimize traffic delays during construction, and we will notify customers in advance of any temporary water service interruptions," said Lind, noting that customers can visit myaccount.calwater.com to confirm that their contact information is up to date, along with their preferences on how they would like to be notified.

The project is part of Cal Water's efforts to continually modernize and upgrade its water system to better serve customers. Last year, Cal Water also completed work on the first phase of constructing a new drinking water well that will help meet peak water demands for the next 50-75 years in Oroville. There is a planned delay between the two phases to accommodate planning and permitting, and Cal Water will provide updates to the community on the schedule for completion. The second phase will include construction of distribution pipes and a new pump house, along with installation of fencing and landscaping. Crews will also help improve the curb appeal of this property by landscaping with low-water-use plants, paving, and gravel to eliminate weeds.

About California Water Service

California Water Service provides high-quality, reliable water utility services to about 11,100 people through 3,560 service connections in Oroville and more than 2 million people through 499,400 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 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 https://www.calwater.com.

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Released February 4, 2026