San Gabriel
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.
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 San Gabriel GRC Fact Sheet.
The average residential customer in the San Gabriel Customer Service Area with a 5/8 x 3/4” meter using 7,480 gallons (1,000 cubic feet or 10 Ccf) per month will see their monthly bill increase from $58.26 to $64.87 (excluding any applicable surcharges).
The average commercial customer in the San Gabriel 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).
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.
- On July 15, 2020, Golden State Water filed a GRC application for the years 2022, 2023 and 2024. Learn more: 2022-24 GRC Fact Sheet
- Effective Sept. 27, 2019, an average residential customer in the San Gabriel Customer Service Area would see a monthly bill increase of $0.007 per 748 gallons (1 Ccf), or approximately 0.1 percent, during the 12-month amortization period.
- Effective June 8, 2019, an average residential customer in the San Gabriel Customer Service Area with a 5/8 x 3/4” meter using 10 Ccf per month would see a monthly bill decrease of $0.94 from $52.70 to $51.76 compared to 2018 (excluding any applicable surcharges).
- On May 30, 2019, Golden State Water’s GRC was approved by the State of California to set water rates for 2019, 2020 and 2021 and authorize infrastructure investments for the local system. New rates were implemented effective June 8, 2019. Learn more here. (English| Spanish)
- On July 1, 2018, local water rates decreased by 3.21% to pass cost savings from the new lower federal corporate income tax requirement through to customers. Click here to learn more.
Learn More
- Rates - Residential
- Rates - Non-Residential
- Rates - Non-Residential Recycled Water Service
- 2022-24 GRC Fact Sheet
- Low Income Assistance
- System Map - South Arcadia
- System Map - South San Gabriel
- Fire Protection - Public
- Fire Protection - Private
- Schedule 14.1
Capital Projects
The General Rate Case approved June 29, 2023 invests over $20 million in the San Gabriel Customer Service Area. The new rates are being invested in your service area’s new water tanks, a new well 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
Saxon Plant – Well Replacement, Reservoir and Booster Station
Location: 409 E Saxon Ave, San Gabriel, CA, 91776
Project Timeline: June 21, 2023 – Mid-November 2023
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (No weekends or holidays) 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. However, there will be times during the construction period when around-the-clock (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) operations will be necessary.
Construction crews will work to:
- Demolish existing building. Construct a 0.75 MG reservoir.
- Drill and equip a replacement well for Saxon Well #3, consolidate chlorine buildings and replace drain line due to leaks.
- Construct a new booster station at the Saxon Plant inside a building, replace the MCC and PLC and increase service from Southern California Edison.
This project will improve the distribution system and ensure Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the Construction Notice.
Recently Completed Projects
South Arcadia Main Replacement
Lynrose St., between Florinda Ave. and Tyler Ave.; Daneswood
Dr., between Florinda Ave. and Tyler Ave.; and Alley south
of Live Oak Ave., Tyler Ave. to the Savers parking lot
Investment:
$970,000
Project Timeline:
September 17, 2018 – January 2019
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday (No weekends or holidays)
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 400 LF of pipeline
- Install 4 fire hydrants
- Install 112 service lines
This project will improve the distribution system and ensure Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the construction notice.
Graves Main Replacement
Graves Ave. from Del Mar Ave. to Eckhart Ave.
Investment:
$490,000
Project Timeline:
September 24, 2018 – November 2018
Working Hours:
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 1,200 LF of pipeline
- Install one fire hydrant
- Install 49 services
This project improves the distribution system and ensures Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the construction notice.
Rosemead
Garvey Ave. and Delta Ave.
Project Timeline:
June 26, 2017 – September 28, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Install water pipe extension
- Install new service lines to the business
- Install fire service to the business
View the construction notice.
Monterey Park and Rosemead
New Ave. between Whitmore St. and Hellman Ave.
Project Timeline:
June 26, 2017 – September 20, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Replace aged water pipe
- Install new service lines
- Install fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Irwindale
Longden Ave. between Peck Rd. and Live Oak Ave.
Project Timeline:
April 17, 2017 – June 30, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Replace aged water pipe
- Install new service lines
- Install fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Rosemead
Gladys Ave. and Charlotte Ave. north of Graves Ave.
Project Timeline:
March 13, 2017 – June 23, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Replace aged water pipe
- Install new service lines
- Install fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Temple City and El Monte
Halifax Rd., Doreen Ave., Key West Ave., Arden Dr., Miloann St.,
Hallowell St., Freer St. and Lower Azusa Rd.
Project Timeline:
October 17, 2016 – June 5, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Replace aged water pipe
- Install new service lines
- Install fire hydrants
View the construction notice.
Rosemead
Isabel Ave. south of Emerson Pl.
Project Timeline:
January 3, 2017 – February 17, 2017
Construction crews worked to:
- Replace approximately 1,000 ft. of aged water pipe
- Install new service lines
- Install fire hydrants
View the construction notice.