Barstow
Drought
Following several months of storms bringing much-needed snow and rain to California, conditions have dramatically changed for many parts of the State. In response, Governor Newsom has rolled back some drought emergency provisions that are no longer needed while maintaining other measures that support regions and communities still facing water supply challenges.
Effective Sunday, May 14, 2023, Golden State Water Company modified outdoor watering restrictions to allow for watering up to three days per week. Given that water conditions will continue to evolve, customers are encouraged to use water wisely and only use what is needed.
Golden State Water is recommending customers limit outdoor irrigation between the hours of 7 PM and 8 AM per the following schedule:
| Addresses Ending In: | Watering Days: |
|---|---|
| Even Numbers (0, 2, 4, 6, 8) | Sunday, Wednesday, Friday |
| Odd Numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
Rates
As a regulated utility, Golden State Water’s rates are determined by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) through a General Rate Case (GRC) to ensure customers receive a fair rate for reliable, quality water service. New rates allow for investments to avoid the costly and sometimes dangerous effects of deferring maintenance or delaying the replacement of aging infrastructure.
2020 GRC (2023 Rates)
Effective July 31st, 2023, the California Public Utilities Commission approved the 2020 GRC which includes new rates to ensure the safety and dependability of your local water system. The new rates allow for investments to avoid the costly and sometimes dangerous effects of deferring maintenance or delaying the replacement of aging infrastructure. Click here to learn more. Learn more about the rate-making process and localized information on new rates and investments in the Barstow GRC Fact Sheet.
- The average residential customer in the Barstow water system with a 5/8 x 3/4” meter using 6,732 gallons (900 cubic feet or 9 Ccf) per month will see their monthly bill increase from $54.12 to $60.25 (excluding any applicable surcharges).
- The average commercial customer in the Barstow Customer Service Area with a 5/8 X 3/4” meter using 49,368 gallons (6,600 cubic feet or 66 Ccf) per month will see their monthly bill increase from $301.20 to $335.09 (excluding any applicable surcharges).
2023 GRC (2025 Rates)
As required by the CPUC every three years, in August of 2023, Golden State Water Company filed its 2023 General Rate Case (GRC) with the California Public Utilities Commission. This rate plan proposes local infrastructure investments and water rates for the years 2025, 2026 and 2027. Any adjustments to current rates will not go into effect until January 2025, at the earliest. Click here to learn more.
- The average residential customer with a 5/8 X 3/4” meter using 5,984 gallons (800 cubic feet or 8 Ccf) per month will see their 2023 monthly bill increase from $55.64 to $69.34 in 2025, at the earliest (excluding any applicable surcharges).
- The average commercial customer with a 5/8 X 3/4” meter using 51,612 gallons (6,900 cubic feet or 69 Ccf) per month will see their 2023 monthly bill increase from $348.93 to $440.15 in 2025, at the earliest (excluding any applicable surcharges).
Learn More
- Rates - Residential
- Rates - Non-Residential
- 2022-24 GRC Fact Sheet
- Low Income Assistance
- System Map - Barstow
- Fire Protection - Public
- Fire Protection - Private
- Schedule 14.1
Capital Projects
The General Rate Case approved June 29, 2023 invests over $22 million in the Barstow water system. The new rates are being invested in your service area’s waste disposal systems, power loss prevention at treatment plants, water tank upgrades, and backup power equipment.
The 2022 investments include water supply enhancements, distribution and ongoing improvements designed to replace old meters, mains and safety equipment. Click here to learn more and access a list of projects planned for 2022.
Current & Upcoming Projects
Beryl Plant Demolition Project
Location: 34574 H Street Barstow
Project Timeline:
September 2022 – Mid-December 2022
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday (No weekends or holidays)
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Tank demolition
- Install new services
- Install fire hydrant.
The streets will remain open to traffic during the construction period but traffic and parking may be restricted and access to driveways may be limited for short durations of time. The construction crews will make every effort to keep dust to a minimum. Please expect an increased level of noise during the construction period. Weekly activities such as trash pick-up will not be interrupted. As the new services are being installed minor disruptions due to the shut-down in water services will happen. This step is necessary to protect public health and to ensure compliance with the Waterworks Standards. Following the disinfection period, crews will flush the chlorinated water and any construction-related sediment from the pipelines. Crews will dechlorinate the water before discharge. Generally, as underground activities are completed the crews will progress to the next underground sections and come back near the end of the project to perform landscape and hardscape restoration as well as perform final street paving.
View the construction notice.
Recently Completed Projects
Irwin Transmission Main Project
Irwin Road from Gabilan Street to Barstow Road
Project Timeline:
December 20, 2021 – Late January 2022
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 5,700 ft. of new water pipe
View the construction notice.
Barstow
Crooks Ave. and Pierce Ave.
Project Timeline:
July 5, 2017 – August 18, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 1,700 ft. of new water pipe
- Install 10 new service lines
- Install 4 fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Ave. A, Ave. B, & Ave. C
Between Flora Ave. and Keith St.
Project Timeline:
May 8, 2017 – June 20, 2017
Working Hours:
7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 450 ft. of new water pipe
- Install 5 new service lines
- Install 1 fire hydrant
View the construction notice.
Barstow Heights
Highview Ave., N St. and O St.
Project Timeline:
November 7, 2016 – mid-April 2017
Working Hours:
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 11,500 ft. of new water pipe
- Install 72 new service lines
- Install 13 fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Barstow
Rimrock Rd., Armory Rd., G St. and D St.
Project Timeline:
September 9, 2016 – January 2017
Working Hours:
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 11,500 ft. of new water pipe
- Install 78 new service lines
- Install 12 fire hydrants
View the construction notice.