Gibraltar Reservoir Caretaker’s Residence Rehabilitation Project

The City of Santa Barbara is preparing to rehabilitate the caretaker’s residence at Gibraltar Reservoir, a publicly owned facility essential to the operation and maintenance of local public utility services. This project involves the replacement and upgrade of existing structures to ensure compliance with current public health and safety standards, addressing aging infrastructure that no longer meets modern requirements. The work will focus on restoring the residence to support ongoing reservoir operations while enhancing livability and safety for personnel responsible for monitoring and maintaining this critical water resource. The project is forecasted for release in June 2026, with all work to be performed at the Gibraltar Reservoir site in Santa Barbara, California, zip code 93105. Beth Anna Cornett, Senior Planner with the City of Santa Barbara, serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and can be reached via email or phone. While specific funding, procurement details, or set-aside provisions are not yet finalized, the initiative reflects the city’s commitment to maintaining reliable public infrastructure and upholding safety regulations for essential utility services. The project is accessible through the California Environmental Quality Act tracking system for further public reference.