Projects

Freya Street Water Main Replacement (21st to 13th)

Project Number: 2024070

Status: Construction

Overview

This project replaces approximately 3,050 feet of 8-inch cast iron water main with a 12-inch ductile iron main along Freya Street from 21st Avenue to 13th Avenue. Work also includes roadway repairs, ADA-compliant curb ramps, and coordination with utilities to minimize service disruptions.

Locations

Freya Street between 21st and 13th Avenue

Project Timeline

• Design: Complete
• Construction Start: July 21, 2025
• Estimated Completion: Late October 2025

Key Objectives

• Water Main Replacement: Replace aging cast iron lines (1940s–1960s) to reduce break risk and improve reliability.
• Roadway Repairs: Reconstruct curbs, ADA ramps, driveways, and sidewalks where utility work occurs.
• Utility Coordination: Coordinate with Avista, STA, Spokane Schools, and others to avoid conflicts.

Project Scope

The main activities within this project include:

• 3,050 Feet of 12-inch Main: Replaces the existing 8-inch cast iron.
• Full Roadway Replacement: Where utility work requires.
• Traffic Detours: Accommodate bus routes and school access.

Excluded:

• No transmission, sewer, or storm main replacements.
• No full road-width replacement for the entire project length—only where needed.

Funding

• Project Cost: $1,659,742.70
• Sources: Utility rates

Community Impact

Enhanced water system reliability and fewer service disruptions. Traffic detours and closures will be planned, but local access and emergency routes will be maintained.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

SEPA compliance required; no major environmental/cultural concerns anticipated.