How to Prepare for a Planned Water Shutdown

Planned water shutdowns are necessary for many pipeline projects to keep Crescenta Valley Water District's (CVWD) distribution system flowing with safe and reliable water to the 33,000 thousand residents it serves. Water shutdowns are scheduled in advance, except for unexpected main breaks, and allow CVWD staff to perform regular maintenance, make repairs, and replace aging infrastructure for future reliability. 

Construction projects require temporary water shutdowns for utility improvements, such as water main replacement projects, booster pump replacements, and reservoir rehabilitation. Construction and maintenance projects often require two to three water shutdowns. Each shutdown can last up to 8 hours while the project is under construction.

While we work to ensure that planned water shutdowns are as short as possible, we understand the inconvenience it may cause. The link below will provide information on what to expect before, during, and after a shutdown.

How to Prepare for a Water Shutdown

Emergency Alert Program

As part of Crescenta Valley Water District’s (CVWD) strategic plan to increase Customer Awareness, Improve Service Offerings, and prioritize Emergency Preparedness, CVWD will use Everbridge.

The Everbridge emergency notification system allows CVWD to instantly send critical messages to residents and businesses across multiple communication devices, including cell phones, home phones, email, text messaging, fax, and more. To ensure that individuals receive time-sensitive, life-saving emergency information from the District residents, you must sign up and register your contact information.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Crescenta Valley Water District is pleased to announce that it will be restoring the 500,000-gallon steel water storage tank at its Cresta Heights facility. The improvements are necessary to extend its operating life as a source of drinking water, ensure the structural integrity of the reservoir and increase its durability for years to come. The Contractor, Premier Tank, Inc. will begin construction on April 28, 2025.

Work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Water service to residents will not be disrupted for this project.

CONSTRUCTION PHASE SCHEDULE (As of April 24, 2025)

April 28 – Mobilize and Start of construction.

April 30 – Exterior repairs

May 6 – Interior repairs

May 9 – Estimated end of construction

May 14 – Return to service 

 If you have questions or concerns, please contact Christina Kopelman at 818-236-4115 or by email at ckopelman@cvwd.com.