Construction Project Summary

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Job Number: 23-4007

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City Council District 2

SAWS is replacing aging water lines with a history of breaks in several residential areas. This package consists of three locations: Alamo Blanco, Crippen St and Castle Run.

As part of improvements, SAWS will relocate water meters from alleys to the front of properties along several streets near Crippen. While we’ll do our best to limit disruptions, some trenching may be necessary. This could temporarily impact sod, sidewalks, driveways, or curbs—but SAWS will repair affected areas.

You may also notice lane closures or detours in the construction zones. At times, we may need to temporarily shut off water service to connect new lines to the existing system. If your service will be affected, we’ll notify you in advance.

For questions regarding this project, please contact Byron Gipson at 210-233-2977 or [email protected].

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Estimated Budget: $10,000,000

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Approx. Timeframe:
January 2026 (20 months)

Construction Project Maps

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Project Update

Construction continues along Castle Brook Drive.

March 6, 2026

Construction is still underway on Castle Brook Drive. Crews expect to finish street repairs by the end of March. Once that work is done, construction will move to Castle Hunt Drive.

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Work Underway on Castle Brook Drive

February 20, 2026

Work has begun on Castle Brook Drive! Crews are now installing new water pipes along the street.

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Work continues on Castle Run Drive.

February 6, 2026

Crews continue working on Castle Run Drive and will begin digging trenches and installing new pipe in the area.

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Construction Has Begun in the Castle Run Area

January 23, 2026

Construction has started! Crews are currently potholing for utility locations in the Castle Run area.

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Construction Set to Begin This Month

January 13, 2026

SAWS will begin replacing water lines first on Castle Run in January 2026. This project was approved by the SAWS Board in November 2025.


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SAWS Shares Water Line Replacement Plans with Neighborhood Association

September 15, 2025

SAWS staff recently met with the East Village Neighborhood Association at Molly Pruitt Library to present the upcoming water infrastructure project.

During the presentation, SAWS outlined key details regarding the process of construction and expectations. Residents spoke with SAWS staff and discussed project timeline, impacts, and traffic detours, specifically for those in the Castle Run area. District 2 staff was also in attendance and let the community know who to contact with questions regarding the project.

 

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SAWS Shares Water Line Replacement Plans

August 7, 2025

SAWS staff hosted a meeting with residents from East Village at the Molly Pruitt Library to provide an update on the upcoming water infrastructure project.

Set to begin late 3rd quarter of 2025, this project replaces 19,700 feet of water main – a little over the length of 26 Towers of the Americas!

During the presentation, contractors outlined key details including project timeline, process of construction, and what customers should expect when the project begins. Attendees from East Village learned more about which neighborhoods would be under construction. SAWS staff informed community members that they will be attending the next East Village Neighborhood Association meeting on September 9th to answer additional questions.

 

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Do you have a question about the Alamo Blanco, Crippen St, and Castle Run Water Main Replacement Project 5 in your area? Join SAWS and contractors at the first community meeting.

SAWS will be hosting a community meeting for District 2 residents affected by the Alamo Blanco, Crippen St, and Castle Run Water Main Replacement Project 5. Learn more about the construction process and have your questions answered by SAWS staff and contractors.

Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Molly Pruitt Library at Roosevelt – 5110 Walzem Rd, San Antonio, TX 78218
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM