Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir
The Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir project will construct a new elevated water storage tank on the east side of Interstate 5 in Ridgefield.
*Current project image is a conceptual rendering.
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Purpose and Need
This project is critical to addressing the short- and long-term water supply needs of the eastern half of the City. The new Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir will have a capacity of approximately 2.5 million gallons (MG) that is expected to provide water supply for current and future demand for at least the next 15-20 years. A site plan is being developed to plan for a second water tank in the long-term future. When complete, the project will provide additional storage for current and future water demands and stabilize water pressure in a reliable, efficient manner.
The reservoir also provides an opportunity for public art to be displayed on the elevated tower. The process for this opportunity will be refined through the design stage.
Project Details
The project includes planning, modeling, design, construction and construction management phase services associated with the proposed Elevated Water Reservoir and connections to the existing water system in S. 5th Street.
Demolition of the existing structure was completed in February 2026 and a ceremonial groundbreaking was held on June 1, 2026. Scroll down to view the latest project update.
Construction began in July 2026 and is anticipated to be complete in June 2028. Scroll down to view the latest project update.
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September 2026 Project Update - Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir
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Since construction began in July, crews with contractor T. Bailey and its subcontractors have been busy preparing the site for the new reservoir. Work so far has included removing existing structures, clearing trees and vegetation, grading the site and installing erosion and sediment control measures.
Currently, work is focused on building the foundation that will support the reservoir.
Crews are installing 72 foundation piles, each about 24 inches wide. The piles will extend more than 90 feet below the ground to reach a strong layer of soil and rock that can support the weight of the elevated reservoir.
While much of this work happens below ground and may not be easy to see from outside the construction site, it is an important part of building a reservoir that will safely serve the Ridgefield community for many years.
What’s Next?
Once the piles are installed, crews will build the pile cap, a large foundation footing that will connect the piles below and support the reservoir above. Work on the pile cap is expected to begin by the end of October.
The Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir project remains on schedule and within approved budget.
Progress updates will continue as this project moves through construction phases. Thank you for your patience as this important investment in Ridgefield’s water system takes shape.
The Eastside Elevated Water Reservoir is being constructed on a City-owned parcel on S. 5th Street, east of the intersection with S. 78th Place. The 5.3-acre parcel is near the City’s current intertie connection to the Clark Public Utility District (CPU) water system.
