Then and Now: University Mound Historic Photo Exhibit

The SFPUC’s “Then and Now” photograph exhibit showcasing new and historic images of the University Mound Reservoir was well received at a fall open house. The exhibit showcased historical images of the University Mound Reservoir’s north and south basins taken in the 1930’s and 1950’s alongside current images of the same structures. The reservoir is currently undergoing seismic upgrades as part of the SFPUC’s $4.6 billion Water System Improvement Program.



For more information, please contact Lolita Sweet at (415) 554-4394 or Lsweet@sfwater.org

The University Mound Reservoir Fall Open House

Please join the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and

S.J. Amoroso Construction Company at the

University Mound North Basin Reservoir Seismic Upgrade
Fall Community Open House
“Then and Now” Beautification Plans—Photograph Exhibit
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
5:30pm
SFPUC Building - Yellow House
401 University Street at Bacon Street
Portola District

• Get the latest information on the reservoir seismic upgrade.
• Learn about the exciting proposed small renewable hydroelectric project at the reservoir.
• View the “Then and Now” photograph exhibit of the beautification plans in 1937, 1951 and 2010.
• Light refreshments and door prizes will be provided.

For more information, please call Lolita Sweet at 415-551-4391 or email lsweet@sfwater.org

Tree Removal - University Mound Reservoir North Basin Seismic Upgrade

Tree removal was completed in July 2010 on Felton Street between Dartmouth and Bowdoin Streets.

One tree inside SFPUC property was removed to accommodate installing a pipeline. This work was part of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) University Mound Reservoir North Basin Seismic Upgrade Project.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact Lolita Sweet of SFPUC Communications at 415-551-4394. You may also reach us at 415-554-3289 or comment at sfwaterdistrict9.org and sfwaterdistrict10.org

University Mound Reservoir's Spring Community Open House

Earlier last month, residents of the Portola District were invited to attend the University Mound Reservoir’s Spring Community Open House. At this event, residents were given an update on the seismic upgrade underway at the North Basin. Also, for the first time, residents were introduced to the proposed small renewable hydro-electric project slated to begin in 2012 at the South Basin of the reservoir.

Communication Staff Suzanne Gautier welcomes residents to the open house.

The North Basin seismic upgrade that started in late September last year is on schedule and on-time. Close to 45% of the project has been completed as of April; most of the interior work, such as micro-piling, building of the moment frames and foundation reinforcement is complete. The major activity from summer to late fall will include the water proofing of the roof.

North Basin Seismic Upgrade Project Manager Saed Toloui speaks with a resident while a slideshow of the completed activities inside the reservoir plays in the background.

Although it will not go into construction until 2012, attendees were provided information on the small renewable hydro-electric project proposed at the South Basin of the reservoir adjacent to the McLaren Pump Station. This pilot project will capture excess water pressure from the Crystal Springs Reservoir and provide additional hydro-electricity into our municipal loads. The project is in the design phase, information provided at the open house focused on a rendering of the proposed facility.

Project Manager Russell Stepp discusses the South Basin Proposed Renewable Hydro-electric project to a resident.

Stepp explains where the proposed renewable hydro-electric project will be located.

Scheduled Water Main Shutdown This Monday, April 5

Due to a scheduled water main shutdown at 9am Monday, April 5, 2010, residents residing at the streets listed below may experience reduced water pressure until around 1pm.

Bowdoin & Burrows streets to Silver Avenue
Burrows & Hamilton streets to Bowdoin Street
Felton & Dartmouth streets to Bowdoin Street
Silliman & Dartmouth streets to Bowdoin Street

Water pressure should return to normal by late Monday afternoon.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lily Madjus at 415-554-0721 or lmadjus@sfwater.org.

Join us at University Mound Reservoir Community Spring Open House

Thursday, April 8, 2010

5:30pm

SFPUC Building - Yellow House

401 University Street (at Bacon Street)

• Get the latest information on the reservoir seismic upgrade

• Learn about the exciting proposed small renewable hydroelectric project at the reservoir

• Light refreshments and door prizes will be provided

For more information, please visit sfwater.org/district10, call 415-554-0721 or email lmadjus@sfwater.org

Construction Update #4: University Mound Reservoir-North Basin

Work Continues Inside the Reservoir

Keeping the Neighborhood Safe
Recently the University Mound Reservoir has been burglarized with SFPUC contractors and their sub-contractors construction equipment stolen. These incidents have occurred mainly on the weekends and evenings. If you see any unusual or illegal activities during non-work hours, please call the police immediately. We appreciate your assistance in keeping the neighborhood safe.

Extended Work Hours and Saturday Work Continue
To accommodate construction work, S.J. Amoroso and its subcontractors will continue to work from 7am-7pm during the week and will be working onsite on Saturdays from 8am-4pm for the next few months. Work will mainly occur inside the reservoir. However, there may be noise, traffic and parking impacts due to transport of materials to and from various points within the construction site.

Scheduled Water Shutdown Tonight at University Mound Reservoir

Due to a scheduled routine shutdown at 12am tonight, January 27, 2010 at the University Mound Reservoir, Visitacion Valley residents may experience reduced water pressure. Water pressure should return to normal by early Thursday morning, January 28, 2010.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Suzanne Gautier at 415-554-3204 or sgautier@sfwater.org.

Water Service Connections on Potrero Hill - Thursday, January 21st

SFPUC/Water Dept crews are making scheduled water service connections on Potrero Hill today, January 21st. Water service is temporarily turned off during this work and will go back on within a few hours. Streets impacted include areas of Vermont, San Bruno, 19th & 20th in the Potrero Hill area.

Water Dept crews always attempt to provide written advanced notice to homes and businesses but in some cases cannot reach all impacted. We apologize for any inconvenience caused during this important water connection service work.

Our great Hetch Hetchy tap water should be back on within a few hours.

Read our new Digital Currents!

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Happy New Year From the SFPUC!

On behalf of our employees, I want to wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! 2010 promises to be another year of great progress for the SFPUC. We’ll continue our important work to seismically rebuild the Hetch Hetchy water system. We’ll build California’s largest municipal solar project at Sunset Reservoir. We’ll make key decisions on upgrading critical parts of the City’s aging sewer infrastructure. These are just a sampling of the broad efforts our employees are engaged in every day to bring you reliable water, wastewater and power services. Thank you for your continued support.

General Manager Ed Harrington

Recent Earthquakes A Good Reminder to Store Water

The recent earthquakes are a good reminder for San Francisco Bay Area residents that it is not a matter of if but WHEN the next big earthquake will strike. We all must prepare.

One of the best and easiest things residents can do is store tap water for emergency use. After a big earthquake, water mains may break and homes may be without water for several days. We are upgrading our pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations and other facilities to prepare for the next big earthquake.

Store at least one gallon of tap water per person per day to last at least three days. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight and change water every six months (pour water on a plant and refill bottle). You can reuse 2 liter soda bottles or use other food grade plastic or metal bottles for storing water.

Learn more at http://www.72hours.org/