Pier Firewater Line Replacement

The City of San Buenaventura is seeking to execute the Pier Firewater Pipeline Replacement project located at 750 Harbor Blvd in Ventura, California. The project involves the removal and replacement of 1,600 linear feet of deteriorated fire water pipeline that was damaged by marine erosion. The new installation will utilize stainless steel piping of the same diameter and length as the existing line, with no change in capacity. A key component of the scope includes relocating the offshore portion of the pipeline from the centerline of the pier to the west edge, specifically under the deck handrail, and replacing the existing wharf hydrant. The old pipeline under the center of the deck will be disassembled and recycled. The project is classified under NAICS code 237120 and is managed by the City of Ventura, with Ling Liu serving as the primary point of contact and lead civil engineer. According to the CEQA Notice of Exemption filed on January 23, 2025, the project is exempt under Section 15301 Class 1a for Existing Facilities, as no significant environmental effects are expected. This forecast was posted on September 17, 2025, and focuses on restoring critical fire safety infrastructure at the pier.