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Project Overview

When the consolidation between the Irvine Ranch Water District and the Orange Park Acres Mutual Water Company was completed in June 2008, IRWD started work on a Master Plan of improvements for the entire Orange Park Acres water system.  The Master Plan includes the design of a new 20-inch transmission main on Chapman Avenue. This new water transmission line improves system reliability to the area by connecting the OPA system to an existing IRWD six million gallon reservoir.  It will also provide better water pressure for most OPA customers. The construction of the permanent pipeline is scheduled to be completed in 2012. IRWD also completed several fire system improvements which, along with the water system upgrades, increased pipeline capacity, and improved reliability for emergency water service to these areas.

Research is an integral part of the District’s overall strategy to achieve its short-term and long-term goals.  The water and wastewater industries are constantly changing in order to meet the increasing demands for a high-quality, reliable supply of water against a backdrop of increasing supply restrictions and more stringent regulatory requirements.  The District provides a comprehensive suite of services to its customers including enhanced water supply reliability through its groundwater and recycled water programs, wastewater collection and treatment systems, and watershed management through the operation of wetlands. 

IRWD has a reputation for being at the forefront of new and innovative approaches to meeting the needs of its customers.  IRWD has been successful in applying innovative solutions by recognizing opportunities, particularly those presented by emerging technologies, and evaluating these opportunities based on an appropriate level of research on technical, economic, and other merits.  The success of future projects and initiatives to be implemented by IRWD will rely on the District’s continued commitment to research.

Jim Colston, Director of Water Quality & Regulatory Compliance
colston@IRWD.com

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