Description
UPDATES:
- Project Complete: The water main relocation and straddleblock installation is complete. When Washington County completes sidewalk construction on SW Blanton Street, TVWD will return to replace or relocate fire hydrants, as needed, and relocate certain water meters. If your meter is affected, TVWD will contact you directly. Learn more.
- Feb. 18 Temporary Water Service Shut Off: Water service to 10 homes will be temporarily shut off between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. while TVWD relocates sections of water main under SW Blanton Street near SW 205th Avenue. Learn more.
- Jan. 27 Temporary Water Service Shut Off: Water service to seven homes will be temporarily shut off between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. while TVWD relocates sections of water main under SW Blanton Street near SW 209th Avenue. Learn more.
- Project Scheduled: From January 20 to February 27, 2026, TVWD will relocate sections of water main under SW Blanton Street between SW 209th Avenue and SW Katie Rose Terrace. This will make room for new stormwater drainage and sidewalks that will be built as part of Washington County Land Use & Transportation's future Blanton Street Improvement Project. Learn more.
Project Overview
TVWD will be:
- Moving sections of the existing 8-inch water main to new locations under Blanton Street, between SW 209th Avenue and SW Katie Rose Terrace.
- Replacing fire hydrants in the area.
- Installing concrete support blocks (called straddleblocks) to help support sections of the water main.
Water mains are underground pipes in the street that carry treated drinking water from a water treatment plant to homes and businesses within TVWD's water service area.
The project is currently in the design phase, and the scope is subject to change.
Moving sections of the water mains and the hydrants now will make room for the future new stormwater drainage system and sidewalks between 198th Avenue and 209th Avenue, which are part of Washington County Land Use & Transportation's future Blanton Street Improvement Project. The County's project is scheduled to begin in 2026.
NOTES:
- Water-related construction will occur intermittently between January 20 and February 27, 2026. TVWD crews will not be present every day, but activity may occur at times during this period.
- Other utility companies will also be working on Blanton Street during this time.
- TVWD will coordinate closely with Washington County and other utilities to reduce disruptions as much as possible.
Project Map
View a map of the worksites and the project's public outreach area.
General Impacts
During construction, there will be noise, dust, and vibrations.
Work Schedule- Intermittently on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Construction noise, dust, and vibrations
- Large equipment in the area
- Blanton Street will remain open to traffic
- Temporary lane closures with flaggers and detours
- Possible short delays when entering or exiting driveways
- Temporary parking restrictions along Blanton Street
- Portion of existing sidewalks will remain open
- Mail, deliveries, and garbage collection will continue, as usual
- Temporary water service shut offs to some homes or businesses may need to occur during water-related construction.
- If your property is impacted, you will receive at least 48 hours’ notice by email, text message, automated phone call, and door hanger.
Temporary Asphalt
- Temporary asphalt will be placed only in areas where the water main is relocated.
- This asphalt will remain until Washington County completes final paving as part of their improvements project.
Water Meter Relocation
- Some water meters may need to be moved later when Washington County builds new sidewalks.
- If your meter is affected, TVWD will contact you directly.