CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
***June 25, 2025 - Construction Update***
Thursday, June 26, crews will begin digging operations on Richardson Drive north of Dry Creek Road. Work will continue north toward Joeger Rd. Work is scheduled between 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday-Friday for the next several months. Some night and weekend work may be necessary.
During construction:
One lane of traffic in each direction will be open.
Driveway access will always be maintained as crews work through this area.
Please be aware of increased construction traffic and noise during work hours.
No street parking on Richardson Drive north of Dry Creek Road during construction hours.
Please move cars before 7 a.m. to avoid ticketing or towing.
The temporary traffic signal at Dry Creek Rd. and Richardson Dr. remains in place. Please use alternative routes and plan for additional travel time.
No daytime parking in the construction area. Please move vehicles before 7AM to avoid ticketing or towing.
This important project will make improvements to our community’s existing wastewater capacity.
See below for active work on the North Auburn Wastewater Pipeline
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING CONSTRUCTION
Construction will take place in phases on portions of Quartz Drive, Park Drive, Richardson Drive and Joeger Road.
Construction hours will typically be from 7AM – 6PM, Monday–Friday, with possible Saturday work.
During construction, the project team will closely monitor all aspects of the project.
Dust mitigation and environmental protection measures will be in place during construction.
There will be no disruption to existing sewer service.
Access to all properties within active construction zones will be maintained at all times.
Work will include trenching, drilling and paving, and some noise impacts can be expected.
Traffic controls will be in place near construction areas, with some anticipated traffic delays.
Two-way traffic will be maintained.
Construction is anticipated to take place from Winter 2024 to late 2025.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
The North Auburn Wastewater Pipeline, which is Phase I of the Highway 49 wastewater capacity improvement project, includes installation of a new wastewater pipeline (force main). The pipeline will connect existing infrastructure to the Placer County Regional Pump Station on Joeger Road in unincorporated western Placer County.
Construction will be in two phases. Phase I will begin in early 2025 and will include installation of a 24-inch force main between Quartz Drive and the Placer County Regional Pump Station on Joeger Road. Phase II will include construction of a 16-inch force main between Edgewood Road and Quartz Drive, and will be scheduled at a later time.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Environmental documentation related to this project include the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program for the Highway 49 Wastewater Capacity Improvement project, of which North Auburn Wastewater Pipeline is part of. These documents outline mitigation measures that the contractor and project team must have in place at all times to ensure the health and safety of workers and the local community.
Geotechnical Report