Reach 6 and 7 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-011)

The Department of Water Resources will undertake erosion repair work along Reaches 6 and 7 of the California Aqueduct, focusing on both primary and secondary sides. The project involves using a backhoe to collect and reposition native material to restore eroded areas, with base rock deployed to address larger voids. Surface grading will follow to ensure stability and proper drainage. A water truck will be deployed to control dust and maintain optimal soil moisture during construction. Five specific locations will require new or replacement down drains to manage water flow and prevent future erosion. All construction activities will be confined within the Department’s right of way and will utilize existing paved and unpaved roads for staging and equipment access, minimizing additional land disturbance. Work is scheduled under contract OM-SLFD-2026-011, with the forecast posted on July 9, 2026, and performance centered in Huron, California. The project is managed by DWR’s environmental team, with primary contacts being Environmental Scientist Janine Beck and Environmental Program Manager Sara Lowry, who oversee coordination and compliance. No set-aside or NAICS code information is specified, indicating this is a forecast alert rather than an active solicitation. All activities are designed to preserve infrastructure integrity while adhering to environmental and operational standards within established boundaries.