CCWRD Sewer Pipeline
Rehabilitation Project Overview

The CCWRD owns and maintains over 2,000 miles
of pipelines, portions of which require relining or replacement. This project is part of a five-year $50 million overall rehabilitation plan. The pipeline rehabilitation project is funded by existing CCWRD operating funds derived from sewer bills and one-time connection fees paid by new users. For more information, call 853-1333.

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October 26, 2009

Lane closures announced as sewer rehabilitation project continues on the east side of the valley

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is continuing a sewer pipeline rehabilitation project on Harmon Avenue, north of Paradise Park, as well as on Pearl Street north of Harmon Avenue to Flamingo Road, impacting traffic in the area.

“We know roadwork poses an inconvenience to residents who travel in this area. However, these projects are necessary to ensure the continued reliability of our sewer system. We appreciate drivers’ patience as we continue working on this project,” said Sam Scire, assistant general manager for the District.

Drivers can expect the following lane restrictions:

• From Oct. 30 through at least Dec. 23, motorists can expect two westbound lanes on Harmon Avenue to be closed between Pearl Street and Euclid Street. One lane eastbound and one lane westbound will be open for traffic.


• From Nov. 15 through at least Jan. 8, two northbound lanes on Pearl Street from Harmon Avenue north to Flamingo Road will be closed. One lane northbound and one lane southbound will remain open on Pearl Street.

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and will institute noise and odor control measures.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions and allow extra time when traveling though the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

January 5, 2010
Sewer rehabilitation project continues in the vacinity of Vegas Valley and Royal Links

For the next six weeks, a sewer rehabilitation project will be taking place in the east part of the valley in the vicinity of Vegas Valley, near the Royal Links Golf Club. The center turn lane and both eastbound travel lanes on Vegas Valley Drive by the Royal Links Golf Club will be closed. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction on the north side of the road. Drivers are urged to take caution or to use an alternative route during this time.

January 5, 2010
Lane closures announced for sewer rehabilitation project near The Boulevard Mall

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is announcing lane closures that will impact traffic near The Boulevard Mall over the next two months as part of a sewer pipeline rehabilitation project on Maryland Parkway.

“We know roadwork poses an inconvenience to drivers, especially those who travel in the busy area near The Boulevard Mall. However, these projects are necessary to ensure the continued reliability of our sewer system. We appreciate drivers’ patience as we continue working on this project,” said Sam Scire, assistant general manager for the District.

From Jan. 6 through at least Feb. 26, drivers can expect two southbound lanes to be closed on Maryland Parkway beginning at Rochelle Avenue and north to Desert Inn Road. One lane northbound and one lane southbound will remain open for traffic on Maryland Parkway.

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and will institute noise and odor control measures. Sewer service will not be interrupted while this work takes place.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions, use alternate routes and allow extra time when traveling though the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

January 15, 2010
Moapa Valley Pipeline Installation

Crews are working on the project this week, and work will continue throughout this year, with a completion date set for December 2010. The project length of 4.4 miles of sewer pipeline that will generally follow Moapa Valley Boulevard (State Route 169) from Yamashita Street to Lewis Avenue with one branch crossing the Muddy River at the Yamashita Bridge.

The first phase of the project will start from Lewis Avenue and South Deer Street to West Virginia Avenue and South Moapa Valley Boulevard. This work is projected to take about 9 weeks, and during that time, some lane closures will be necessary, starting with roads closed to through traffic from Deer Street to Lewis Avenue north to Overton Park. In addition, Virginia Avenue and Overton Park will be closed to through traffic. Residential access will be maintained at all times and there are detours located on Moapa Valley Boulevard.

During the project work, construction will cease or be diverted to a different location to lessen impacts on special events. While heavy equipment and open trenches are needed to perform the work, please follow all safety signage when traveling in the work areas.

Be sure to visit the project website for updates, www.themvpipeline.com and please don’t hesitate to contact our project hotline at 702-853-1333.

January 25, 2010
New lane closures announced for sewer rehabilitation project on east side of Las Vegas valley

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is announcing lane closures that will impact traffic on Swenson St. north of Twain Ave.

Beginning Jan. 26 through at least Jan. 29, drivers can expect two southbound lanes to be closed on Swenson St. beginning at Twain Ave. and north to Sierra Vista Drive. One lane northbound and one lane southbound will remain open for traffic on Swenson St.

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and sewer service will not be interrupted while this work takes place.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions, use alternate routes and allow extra time when traveling though the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

February 1, 2010
New lane closures announced for sewer rehabilitation project on Flamingo Road near UNLV campus

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is announcing lane closures that will impact traffic near UNLV on Flamingo Road between Palos Verdes St. and Maryland Parkway.

Beginning Feb. 8 through at least March 5, drivers can expect two eastbound lanes to be closed on Flamingo Road beginning at Palos Verdes St. and east to Maryland Parkway. One lane eastbound and two lanes westbound will remain open for traffic on Flamingo Road. Eastbound traffic will still be able to turn south towards UNLV via Swenson St., Claymont St., and Maryland Parkway.

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and sewer service will not be interrupted while this work takes place.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions, use alternate routes and allow extra time when traveling though the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

February 2, 2010
Moapa Valley Pipeline Installation

Starting this week and continuing for the next 6 weeks, a dewatering system will be installed for the pipeline project. Traffic control will begin from Moapa Valley Boulevard and Virginia Street to Andersen Street. Please expect to encounter a closed right lane and shoulder.

During this phase of the project, you will see dewatering equipment used to drain groundwater and relocate it to a discharge point. This process occurs before the sewer pipeline installation can begin.

Work on the entire pipeline project will continue throughout this year. The project length of 4.4 miles of sewer pipeline will generally follow Moapa Valley Boulevard (State Route 169) from Yamashita Street to Lewis Avenue with one branch crossing the Muddy River at the Yamashita Bridge.

Be sure to visit the project website for updates, www.themvpipeline.com and please don’t hesitate to contact our project hotline at 702-853-1333.

February 9, 2010

Update on sewer rehabilitation project in Laughlin

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is continuing its rehabilitation work on a sewer lift station and replacement of force mains (pressurized lines) along Bruce Woodbury Drive in Laughlin.

Motorists and pedestrians in the area can expect the following road and sidewalk impacts:

• One lane will be closed on eastbound Bruce Woodbury Drive, east of the intersection of Thomas Edison Drive, through at least March. This lane closure affects the dedicated right hand turn lane that turns south onto Casino Drive.


• Sidewalks will be closed to pedestrian traffic on the west side of Casino Drive at Bruce Woodbury Drive in the area of the construction zone through at least March. Flaggers will remain to direct pedestrian traffic until the sidewalk is re-opened.

For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions and allow extra time when traveling though the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

February 16, 2010, 2010
Revised road closures for sewer rehabilitation project on Twain Avenue on west side of valley

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is continuing its sewer rehabilitation project on Twain Avenue and has extended lane closures from Torrey Pines Drive east to Decatur Boulevard.

As previously announced, beginning this week through at least March 26, motorists can expect the center lane and one westbound lane to be closed on Twain Avenue from Torrey Pines Drive to Lindell Road. Additionally, work will continue past Lindell Road east to Decatur Boulevard. One westbound and one eastbound lane will remain open for traffic.

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and sewer service will not be interrupted while this work takes place.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions and allow extra time when traveling through the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

February 25, 2010
Lane closures announced for sewer rehabilitation project on Eastern Avenue

The Clark County Water Reclamation District (District) is announcing lane closures that will impact traffic on Eastern Avenue.

Beginning March 3 through at least March 19, drivers can expect daytime and nighttime road closures on Eastern Avenue beginning at Flamingo Road and north to Viking Road, including the closure of one northbound and two southbound lanes. Two northbound lanes and one southbound lane will remain open for traffic on Eastern Avenue at night

Crews are scheduled to work 24 hours per day and sewer service will not be interrupted while this work takes place.

While work is taking place, drivers should take precautions and allow extra time when traveling through the impacted area. For more information and traffic updates, drivers can call the project hotline at 853-1333, or visit www.thelvpipeline.com.

About the District:
The Clark County Water Reclamation District was created in 1954. It services the unincorporated portions of Clark County within the Las Vegas Valley, as well as the communities of Blue Diamond, Indian Springs, Laughlin, Overton and Searchlight. The District collects and treats nearly 100 million gallons of wastewater each day utilizing more than 2,000 miles of pipeline and seven treatment facilities.