Friday May 14 Update

The primary task over this week was installation of a new section of water main from NE 7th north on Oak Harbor Street. Most of the pipe is in place. Pipe laying should be finished on Monday. After all the new water pipe is in place it will be filled with water, disinfected, pressure tested and flushed out before it is connected to the City water system. Connecting the main will require water service interruption for some customers adjacent to the new main. Effected customers will be provided with at least 24-hours notice prior to water being shut off. The interruption is expected to last 4 to 6 hours. The new main should be in service in about 10 days.


Old storm drain pipes and catch basins are being removed now that the new system is in place. Preparations for curb and gutter are continuing north from Whidbey Ave. A shallow trench has been excavated between the road and east sidewalk where concrete curb and gutter will be installed. The trench is open except for driveway crossings and is marked with orange cones, candlesticks and drums with yellow tape strung between them. Concrete placement is expected to begin on Tuesday.

Please remain cautious while on Oak Harbor Street. Both vehicle and pedestrian facilities are compromised while the street is rebuilt. The street remains rough and narrow, there are frequent lane closures, men and heavy equipment in the street and traffic control during working hours.

Please contact me with any questions or concerns regarding Oak Harbor Street.

Arnie Peterschmidt

Installing an end-cap and coupling where the

new main will connect to the existing main.