2026 Pyramid Spillway Repairs (OM-SFD-2026-001)

The 2026 Pyramid Spillway Repairs project, identified by solicitation number OM-SFD-2026-001, is a maintenance contract awarded by the California Department of Water Resources. The scope of work involves performing essential repairs on the Pyramid Dam Spillway and the outside footing of the right wall located in Castaic, Los Angeles County. Technical activities include pressure washing, patching, saw cutting, and sand blasting to address spalls, delamination, cracks, and joint sealant. Additionally, the contractor will use low pressure washing to remove algae and organic growth, with all water from hydro demolition and pressure washing collected in a flip bucket at the bottom of the spillway. All project activities and access are strictly confined to the DWR right of way. The project is classified as exempt under CEQA Class 1 for existing facilities, as it consists of routine maintenance with no anticipated environmental impacts. Administrative oversight is managed by the DWR Division of Operations and Maintenance, with Sara Lowry serving as the Environmental Program Manager and Janine Beck as the Environmental Scientist. The work is categorized under NAICS code 237990.