Caring, Fixing, Planning...
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. Map

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 projection, and requires less maintenance by District crews. The estimated cost of the Cast-Iron Replacement Program is $85 million. During the first four fiscal years, the District has replaced approximately 15 miles of cast-iron pipeline.

Pipeline Project 1400
In Construction
Construction Start Date: April 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: December 2009
Project Cost: $1,425,000

Project Manager: Greg Jones

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,500 feet of 4-inch, 6-inch, and 10-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in Wister Drive, Sierra Vista Avenue, Shadow Road, Fuerte Drive, El Granito Avenue, Redondo Drive, and Easements. Construction duration is estimated at 8 months. Map 1 and Map 2

Construction at Helix Terrace, WO 1400; Construction at Fuerte, WO 1400

Pipeline Project 1442
In Construction
Construction Start Date: July 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: January 2010
Project Cost: $1,333,000

Project Manager: Chris McRae

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,800 feet of 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. Pipeline replacement is located in Dawnridge Avenue, El Rey Avenue, N. Second Street, and Pepper Drive. Construction duration is estimated at 6 months. Map

Cast-Iron Pipe Removed, WO 1442; Paving at Pepper, WO 1442

Pipeline Project 1818
In Construction
Construction Start Date: October 2009
Estimated Construction End Date: April 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 6 months. Map

Pipeline Project 1637
Expected Bid Date: November 2009
Engineer's Estimate: $1,900,000

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 160 working days. Map 1 and Map 2

Existing Flume Easement, WO 1637; Existing Concrete Roadway, WO 1637

Pipeline Project 2134
Expected Bid Date: March 2010
Engineer's Estimate: $920,000

Project Manager: Chris McRae

Description:
This project replaces approximately 6,100 feet of 8-inch and 12-inch cast-iron pipe in the County of San Diego. 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 120 working days. Map