The MacArthur Sewer Project is nearing a major milestone as crews make the final piping connections along MacArthur Blvd. between Von Karman Ave. and Birch St. This critical work is expected to wrap up before Christmas.
Following the piping phase, paving work will begin in early 2025, with project completion anticipated in January 2025*. Work continues at night, Sunday through Thursday, to minimize impacts. Thank you for your patience as we complete this vital infrastructure project to improve the sewer system.
- Where:Â MacArthur Boulevard between Von Karman Avenue and Birch Street
- When: Currently ongoing – End of 2024. Final paving will occur early 2025.*
- Work Hours: Sunday – Thursday, Nightwork; 9 p.m. – 6 a.m.
- Impacts:
- Reduced travel lanes and turns on MacArthur Boulevard, with at least one lane of travel in each direction.
- No median access.
- Increased noise due to construction activity.
- Roadway will return to normal during non-work hours (daytime).
*All dates and times are subject to change due to operational factors or inclement weather.
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Project Benefits:
- This project will replace aging sewer infrastructure originally constructed in 1960.
- The new force mains will enhance the reliability and efficiency of the sewer system.
- Improved operation and maintenance safety will be achieved.
Project Description
The OC San MacArthur Sewer Improvements Project will construct two new pressurized sewer pipelines, or force mains, along 1/3-mile of right-of-way on MacArthur Blvd. in the City of Newport Beach. Additionally, this Project will abandon about 1/2-mile of pipe that is no longer needed and modify an existing access structure located at the intersection of Birch Street and MacArthur Blvd. Work will also occur at the OC San MacArthur Pump Station. Construction is slated to take approximately one year to complete.
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Site Location
Construction Schedule
Currently ongoing - January 2025*
Construction Budget
$3.9 million