Take care of what we have, fix what needs it, and plan for the future! These words are pretty simple but convey the essence of Helix's comprehensive Capital Improvement Program.

In the 50-square-mile area served by Helix, there are about 700 miles of pipes, 25 pump stations, 22 storage tanks, and the 30-million-gallon underground Grossmont Reservoir located under much of Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa. All of the water for the Valley and other unincorporated areas is treated and tested at the R.M. Levy Treatment Plant in Lakeside.

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Current Projects:

Ball Pump Station Power Upgrade (WO 1795)
In Construction
Construction Start Date: November 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: January 2011
Project Cost: $1,656,000

Project Manager: Luis Valdez

Description:
The Ball Pump Station Power Upgrade, WO 1795, consists of modifications to the existing Ball Pump Station in the County of San Diego. The pump station currently has two diesel drivers for the two 600 horsepower pumps capable of pumping 31,250 gallons per minute each. The Air Pollution Control District permit for the existing diesel generators is expected to expire in January 2011. The project involves installation of electric motor drivers to replace the diesel drivers for the pumps and associated structural, piping, electrical, and instrumentation work. Construction duration including electric motor procurement is estimated at 15 months.

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Ball Pump Station, WO 1795; Ball Pump Station, Diesel Generator

Cast-Iron Pipeline Replacement Program

The District prepared a Cast-Iron Pipeline Replacement Master Plan in 2005 that identified 64 miles of existing cast-iron pipe in need of replacement. A 14-year program was developed to replace approximately 5 miles of cast-iron pipeline per year. Cast-iron pipe is susceptible to corrosion and leaks, and the District has proactively been replacing the cast-iron piping within the system with PVC pipe. The new PVC pipelines reduce the property damage potential, provide our customers with more reliable service and better fire protection, and requires less maintenance by District crews. The estimated cost of the Cast-Iron Replacement Program is $85 million. During the first five fiscal years, the District has replaced approximately 20 miles of cast-iron pipeline.

Pipeline Project 1818
In Construction
Construction Start Date: October 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: June 2010
Project Cost: $1,205,000

Project Manager: Darrel Williams

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,900 feet of 8-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in Ramona Drive, El Canto Drive, Toledo Road, Madrid Way, and Pinto Place. Construction duration is estimated at 8 months.

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El Canto Drive, WO 1818; Trench Jacks, WO 1818

Pipeline Project 1637
In Construction
Construction Start Date: December 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: October 2010
Project Cost: $2,160,000

Project Manager: Darrel Williams

Description:
This project replaces approximately 8,700 feet of 8-inch and 12-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in Alzeda Drive, Vita Road, Hess Drive, Calavo Drive, Carmen Drive, Grove Road, and an easement near San Lori Lane. Construction duration is estimated at 10 months.

See map1, map2.

Rock on Alzeda Drive, WO 1637; Construction on Alzeda Drive, WO 1637

Pipeline Project 2134
In Construction
Construction Start Date: April 2010
Estimated Construction End Date: December 2010
Project Cost: $1,183,000

Project Manager: Chris McRae

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,100 feet of 8-inch and 12-inch cast-iron pipe in the City of La Mesa. Pipeline replacement is located in Annapolis Avenue, Berkeley Drive, Kemper Street, La Mesita Place, Marian Street, Oxford Street, and Purdue Avenue. Construction duration is estimated at 8 months.

See map.

Pipeline Project 2134

Pipeline Project 2149
In Construction
Construction Start Date: April 2010
Estimated Construction End Date: November 2010
Project Cost: $1,001,000

Project Manager: Scott Hamren

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,100 feet of 4-inch, 12-inch, and 14-inch cast-iron pipe in the City of La Mesa and City of Lemon Grove. Pipeline replacement is located in Dallas Street, Lake Murray Boulevard, Main Street, Olive Street, Burnell Avenue, and Henderson Drive. Construction duration is estimated at 7 months.

See vicinity map, map 1 & 2


Olive Street, Pipeline Project 2149

Pipeline Project 1636
Expected Bid Date: May 2010
Engineer's Estimate: $1,200,000

Project Manager: Greg Jones

Description:
This project replaces approximately 7,100 feet of 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in El Granito Avenue, Sunset Lane, Vista Avenue, Mesa Terrace, Starlight Lane, Ward Lane, Alto Drive, Mt. Helix Drive, Austin Drive, and easements near Weston Road. Construction duration is estimated at 200 working days.

See map1, map2, map3.

Alto Drive, Pipeline Project 1636

Pipeline Project 1814
Expected Bid Date: August 2010
Engineer's Estimate: $835,000

Project Manager: Chris McRae

Description:
This project replaces approximately 3,700 feet of 6-inch, 8-inch, and 12-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in easements near Orchard Ave and Euclid Drive. Construction duration is estimated at 120 working days.

See ma1, map2.

Pipeline Project 1814

El Monte Valley Mining, Reclamation, and Groundwater Recharge Project
In Environmental Documentation/Preliminary Design

Project Manager: Tim Smith

For more information see this link: http://www.elmontevalley.com
El Monte Valley Groundwater Recharge, Mining, and Reclamation Project, WO 1036



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