California Water Service Begins Marysville Water Infrastructure Upgrade to Improve Water Supply Reliability and Fire Protection

California Water Service Begins Marysville Water Infrastructure Upgrade to Improve Water Supply Reliability and Fire Protection

MARYSVILLE, Calif.-California Water Service (Cal Water) has begun work on a major water infrastructure upgrade to enhance water supply reliability and fire protection in central Marysville.

Cal Water crews recently began construction to install approximately 1,980 feet of new water main on Ellis Lake Drive, between 14^th Street and 1730 Ellis Lake Drive. The project involves replacing the existing 8-inch main with 12-inch main to increase water flow and enhance firefighting capabilities in drier months. Construction is expected to be completed in May.

"Replacing this aging main is a critical investment in Marysville's future. This upgrade strengthens the water system and supports our ability to continue delivering reliable service to every home and business for decades to come," said Tavis Beynon, Marysville District Manager. "By proactively replacing this section of pipeline, we're improving overall system performance and safeguarding the high-quality drinking water our community depends on every day."

Crews are working Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and traffic control is in place to assist motorists and reduce delays. Businesses in the area remain open during construction.

Temporary asphalt will be applied until permanent paving is completed, which can be up to 30 days after project completion. This time delay is necessary to allow the trench to become fully compacted, so the road surface is smooth after permanent paving is completed.

"We recognize that this work impacts nearby residents and businesses, and our crews will work hard to minimize any temporary inconvenience to the Marysville community as we make water system improvements that will benefit the city for years to come," Beynon said.

About California Water Service

California Water Service provides high-quality, reliable water utility services to about 12,500 people through approximately 3,700 service connections in Marysville, and more than 2 million people through 497,700 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.

Released March 31, 2026