West Carter Pipeline Project

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Status: Construction

The City is installing a new water main along West Carter Avenue as part of the City's Water Main Replacement Capital Improvement Program. The project will improve the reliability and long-term performance of the City's water distribution system.

Current Update: Construction began during the week of August 24, 2026. West Carter Avenue is currently closed to through traffic between Grove Avenue and Lima Street while crews perform water-main work. Temporary driveway-access interruptions may occur when construction is taking place directly in front of a property.

Last updated August 26, 2026.

Expand the sections below for project details, construction updates, traffic and access information, contract information, project documents, and the project location.

The West Carter Avenue Pipeline Project includes the installation of a new water main within West Carter Avenue. The work is part of the City's broader program to replace and improve aging water infrastructure.

The formal project name is the Carter Avenue Widening / West Carter Avenue Pipeline Project. The current construction and traffic-control area is located along West Carter Avenue between Grove Avenue and Lima Street.

Project Type Water-main installation and related roadway work
Project Area West Carter Avenue between Grove Avenue and Lima Street
Construction Start Week of August 24, 2026
Project Status Active construction

August 26, 2026

Crews began water-main construction along West Carter Avenue during the week of August 24. Traffic control, barricades, and road-closure signs have been placed within the active construction area.

Work will continue to advance along the project corridor. Construction activities may include pavement removal, excavation, pipeline installation, water-system connections, backfilling, and roadway restoration. The timing and location of individual activities may change as field conditions and construction sequencing require.

Drivers, pedestrians, and residents should follow all posted traffic-control signs and directions from construction personnel. Do not enter the active work zone.

Road Closure: West Carter Avenue is closed to through traffic between Grove Avenue and Lima Street during the current phase of construction.

Intersection Access: The Carter Avenue and Lima Street intersection and the Carter Avenue and Oak Crest Drive intersection remain open. The Grove Avenue and Carter Avenue intersection is closed.

Driveway Access: Vehicle access may be temporarily unavailable while crews are working directly in front of a property. Residents should move any vehicles they may need outside the active closure area before construction begins that day.

Construction Hours: City construction hours are Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays and holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Work may not occur every day or continue for the full allowable period.

Access Assistance: Residents with mobility, medical, delivery, or other time-sensitive access needs should contact Public Works at (626) 355-7135 as early as possible so access can be coordinated with the contractor.

Formal Project Name Carter Avenue Widening / West Carter Avenue Pipeline Project
Contractor La Strada Pipeline, Inc.
Construction Contract $294,070
Funding Source Water Enterprise Fund
Tyler Project Number WT2601
Capital Improvement Program Water Main Replacement Project, CIP No. WS-26001

Construction contract documents, public notices, and other project materials will be posted in this section as they become available.

The West Carter Avenue Pipeline Project is located along West Carter Avenue between Grove Avenue and Lima Street. The map below shows the current construction area, road closure, and nearby intersection access.

Map showing the West Carter Avenue Pipeline Project construction area and road closure between Grove Avenue and Lima Street
Current construction and traffic-control area along West Carter Avenue. Select the map to view the full-size image.

Contact Us

232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

(626) 355-7135

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