Cal Water news release

Se retiró el tanque de almacenamiento elevado en King City

Demolición de tanque elevado en King CityCal Water recientemente desmanteló y retiró su tanque de agua elevado de 100,000 galones. El tanque, ubicado en el centro de King City, no cumple las normas sísmicas actuales y no se utiliza desde 2013.

According to Acting Local Manager Gary Vincelet, retrofitting the tank to make it seismically sound would have been costly and needlessly increase water rates. Instead, Cal Water introduced a pressure system, which uses well pumps and booster pumps to transfer water from existing tanks throughout the service area. This system also increases and regulates water pressure, creating a more reliable water supply for customers.

"Upgrading the empty and outdated water tank would have been very costly, resulting in higher water bills for our customers," said Vincelet. "The infrastructure we have installed highlights our commitment to provide quality, service, and value to our customers. Not only will it enhance service, but it was a more cost-effective option, which helps keeps water affordable."