LAKEPORT, Calif. — The city of Lakeport reported that it has made significant progress in the ongoing 2024 water and sewer main replacement project.

The project’s goal is upgrading critical infrastructure across key locations in the city.

With work on Lakeport Boulevard nearing completion, the next phase will move to Martin Street beginning Monday, Nov. 4.

The city said the extensive project “is a crucial effort” to replace aging water and sewer lines along Lakeport Boulevard, K Street, Martin Street, Armstrong Street, Lakeshore Boulevard, and parts of Tenth and Tunis streets.

The city’s team is completing final touches on Lakeport Boulevard, where sewer mains and laterals have been fully replaced.

Crews are now focused on wrapping up water main, service and fire hydrant replacements from S. Forbes Street to Bevins Street. Final trench paving is expected by mid-November.

What residents can expect:

• Daytime work on Martin Street will commence on Nov. 4, with temporary lane closures and detours.
• Street excavations will include safety trench plates.
• Trench paving will occur on affected streets as each project phase concludes.
• Full pavement resurfacing will be scheduled for all areas upon project completion.
Project Significance: This essential project not only strengthens the city’s infrastructure but also delivers multiple benefits to the community:
• Replacement of aging lines reduces potential system failures.
• Improved water pressure ensures reliable service.
• Reduced risk of sewer overflows helps protect the environment.
• Enhanced capacity at the wastewater treatment plant supports future city growth.

The city of Lakeport said it “appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as we work to bring these infrastructure improvements to fruition.”

For updates on the project, or for additional information, contact the Lakeport Utilities Department at 707-263-5615, Extension 405.