The project will replace and construct nearly three miles of two regional pressurized sewer pipelines (force mains) on Westminster Boulevard between Seal Beach Boulevard and Rancho Road/Hammon Place in the cities of Seal Beach and Westminster. Construction began Spring 2020 and is anticipated to be completed late 2022.
Intersection of Westminster Blvd. and Bolsa Chica Rd.
Updated 4/29/22 @ 6:30 a.m. – Intersection is back open.
Updated 4/29/22 @ 1a.m. – Due to water line repair work, traffic through the intersection is anticipated to continue through approximately 9 a.m. Expect traffic delays. Please avoid the area if possible.
This will be the second time through the intersection. The first time was last year in 2021 that replaced the first of two pipelines that run through the intersection. Construction will take place again in the intersection to remove and replace the second pipeline. Although there may intermittent daytime work, a majority of the work will occur at night to minimize traffic impacts.
- Starting Tuesday, April 19
- Nighttime work hours Mon – Sat, 8 p.m. – 6a.m.
What to Expect:
- 4-way traffic signal will be on flashing red with traffic control officers directing traffic
- Periodic traffic delays as a result of lane reductions and turn restrictions
- Increased noise level
- Lane closures
- Certain bus stops along the route may be affected, pleases watch for posted signs and visit www.OCTA.net for details.
Between Bolsa Chica Rd. and Rancho Rd.
The segment of pipeline in this location will be replaced using the slip-lining method. Preparation of slip-lining access pits occurred earlier in the year. The access pits will need to be excavated down to the depth of the sewer pipeline. High density poly ethylene (HDPE) pipeline segments will be fused together and pulled into the old pipeline through these access pits.
- Work hours: M – F, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Lane closure hours: M – F, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
*All dates and times are subject to change due to operational factors or inclement weather.
STAY IN THE KNOW
View the project progress map for current and future work.
Questions? Construction Hotline 714.378.2965 or ConstructionHotline@ocsan.gov.