Sewer Manhole Cleaning & Rehabilitation by the City of San Diego at Old Police Headquarters

The Sewer Manhole Cleaning and Rehabilitation project, located at the Old Police Headquarters at 500 Kettner Blvd in San Diego, California, involves the maintenance and repair of a single sewer manhole. Managed by the San Diego Unified Port District, the scope of work includes pressure washing the manhole interior, removing root intrusion and corrosion, repairing interior walls, benches, and channels, and removing existing metal steps and linings. Construction is anticipated to take place in late 2026 and is expected to be completed within approximately one week. Due to the limited scope of the project, minimal impacts on air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and transportation are expected. The project requires specific traffic management and regulatory compliance measures. During cleaning activities, a partial lane closure of Kettner Blvd will be implemented during normal business hours as needed, requiring the applicant to provide adequate signage and notify all adjacent businesses. The contractor is responsible for adhering to all federal, state, and local laws concerning stormwater management, hazardous materials, and construction demolition debris. The project has been filed under a CEQA Notice of Exemption for existing facilities. Administrative contacts for the project include Senior Planner Luis Duran and Junior Engineer Leroy Pham.