Canyon Tunnel Project

The Canyon Tunnel Project involves minor alterations to Goodwin Dam, State Dam No. 62, under the oversight of the Department of Water Resources, with the primary objective of enhancing water conveyance through the construction of a new inlet structure adjacent to the dam. This inlet will serve as a critical component of a new tunnel system designed to improve water delivery efficiency and reliability for the South San Joaquin Irrigation District. The project is classified as a forecast and has been posted by the agency with no current solicitation number or set-aside provisions, indicating it is in a preliminary planning or notice stage prior to formal bidding. All work will be conducted in California, with the place of performance specifically tied to the dam site in the state. The project is managed by the South San Joaquin Irrigation District, with Forrest Killingsworth, Engineering Department Manager, listed as the primary point of contact for inquiries and coordination. Nekane Hollister, Project Engineer with the State Water Resources Department, provides oversight and regulatory alignment. The public can access additional details through the project’s link on the CEQA Net portal, though no specific NAICS code, organizational type, or funding details have been disclosed. The posting date of June 30, 2025, suggests this is an advance notice for stakeholders to prepare for potential future procurement activities, with no immediate contract award anticipated.