Notice of Street Impact from Sewer Line Rehabilitation Project
Published on January 14, 2026
January 14, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jennifer Colby, Public Affairs Manager
Phone: (626) 403-7215
Email: jcolby@southpasadenaca.gov
Subject: Notice of Street Impact from Sewer Line Rehabilitation Project
South Pasadena, Calif. – The City of South Pasadena is notifying residents of the Los Angeles County Sanitation District’s upcoming sewer line rehabilitation project taking place near the Arroyo Vista Elementary School area. The project duration is estimated to be 6 to 8 weeks, beginning January 19, 2026, and ending March 27, 2026. These improvements are crucial to extending the life of critical infrastructure, preventing pollution and sewage overflows, and reducing the need for emergency repairs.
The project, which will rehabilitate approximately 3600 feet of sewer line, will be performed by Spiniello Infrastructure West in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. Work will involve installing temporary above-ground pipes as a bypass system to safely reroute sewer flow while repairs are completed.
The bypass will run along the shoulder of Arroyo Drive, turn onto Mission Street through the center of the roadway, continue above ground through the center of the road along Pasadena Avenue, and then transition onto the shoulder1.14.2 of Hawthorne Street, ending at the intersection of Orange Grove Avenue.
What to expect during installation and operation of the bypass system:
- Temporary changes to traffic flow and parking near the school and surrounding streets
- No parking will be permitted on the train-track side of Hawthorne Avenue.
- Right turns only for residents on Pasadena Avenue and Mission Street during the project.
- The intersection of El Centro Street & Pasadena Avenue will have construction, but access will remain for vehicles entering and exiting El Centro Street, and crosswalks will remain safely accessible.
- The intersection of Orange Grove Avenue & Hawthorne Street will be closed for approximately two weeks during working hours (7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.).
Spiniello Infrastructure West will make every effort to minimize disruptions and ensure the project is completed as efficiently as possible.
For questions or concerns, the public is encouraged to contact the following:
Project Contact – Spiniello:
- Jeff Trujillo (Superintendent): (973) 651-1809
- Ghalib Abdulla (Project Engineer): (909) 910-1517
Los Angeles County Sanitation District Contact:
About the City of South Pasadena
The City of South Pasadena is a charming community, situated only six miles from downtown Los Angeles. Called the City of Trees, the area is known for its stunning homes, unique small businesses, and top-quality schools. South Pasadena’s diverse population of about 25,000 occupies a mere 3.44 square miles of flatlands and hillsides on the west side of the San Gabriel Valley. This small-town atmosphere makes South Pasadena one of California's most desirable locations.
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