Liberty Utilities / La Canada Irrigation District Interconnect Project

The Liberty Utilities and La Canada Irrigation District Interconnect Project involves the installation of a new 1,650-foot water pipeline and a pump station within the public right-of-way of Angeles Crest Highway in La Canada Flintridge, California. The primary objective is to connect the Liberty Utilities system with the La Canada Irrigation District system to establish an emergency backup water supply and improve overall system reliability. The scope of work includes excavating trenches up to seven feet deep and constructing a pump station at the intersection of Angeles Crest Highway and Starlight Crest Drive. This project is classified under NAICS code 237110 and has been granted a CEQA Categorical Exemption under Sections 15303 and 15304, as it consists of utility extensions that do not alter undisturbed land or remove scenic trees. Construction is scheduled to begin with site preparation on April 1, 2026, and continue through September 30, 2026, followed by paving in early October 2026. Final infrastructure and electrical equipment installation are slated for July 1 through August 11, 2027. The project requires specific encroachment permits from Caltrans and the Los Angeles County Municipal Code, as well as city site plan reviews for on-site structures. Additionally, the project necessitates easements from the La Canada Flintridge Country Club Golf Course and a private homeowners association for work along Arroyo Summit Drive. All work within the right-of-way must be restored to its original condition upon completion.