Summary
MWD is replacing the reservoir's 1999 cover and liner and strengthening the outlet tower, with construction from spring 2026 through 2028. City water service won't be disrupted, but truck traffic will be routed on Orange, Graves and Garfield avenues.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
No cost to residents; water rates and service unaffected.
Southern California water users get a modernized reservoir; neighbors get noise and truck-route limits during construction.
Neighbors may deal with construction noise and truck traffic for about two years.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Mar 4, 2026
MWD is replacing the reservoir's 1999 cover and liner and strengthening the outlet tower, with construction from spring 2026 through 2028. City water service won't be disrupted, but truck traffic will be routed on Orange, Graves and Garfield avenues.
City Council - Mar 4, 2026
Metropolitan Water District starts rehabbing the aging Garvey Reservoir this spring, with construction through 2028. Good news: your water service won't be disrupted, and trucks will stick to Orange, Graves, and Garfield Avenues.
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