March 18-24 is annual Fix a Leak Week, and the City of Covina is encouraging residents to replace leaky plumbing fixtures and sprinkler systems as a way to help households save more than 10,000 gallons of wasted water per year. According to the EPA, one in 10 homes has some sort of water leak that results in 90 wasted gallons of water each day.

As part of the EPA’s WaterSense program, residents across the nation are asked to fix a leak in their homes, which could save 10,000 gallons of water and up to 10 percent saving on their utility bills each year. It only takes 10 minutes for businesses and homeowners to check winter water bills and fixtures for water waste, replace broken or inefficient fixtures, or twist and tighten pipe and hose connections to take advantage of water savings.

“Easy-to-fix household leaks waste more than 1 trillion gallons of water annually nationwide, which is equal to the amount of water used by more than 11 million homes,” said EPA Acting Administrator for the Office of Water Nancy Stoner. “We’re not just wasting water; families also lose money from leaks with higher utility bills. That’s why Fix a Leak Week is so important, and why we encourage everyone to take a few simple steps that add up to make a significant positive impact.”

Here are a few tips for checking your home or business for any water leaks:

• Inspect outdoor hoses for any damage and tighten the connection at the water valve.
• Check your toilet for leaks by adding food coloring to the tank. After 10 minutes, if color shows up in the bowl, the flapper may need replaced.
• Call to have your in-ground sprinkler system checked out by a professional.

For more information on water conservation, click here.

Please be advised of the following projects as they may cause traffic delays.

SEWER PROJECTS
The projects below are replacing existing sewer line with larger pipe to increase the sewer capacity in the area. These projects are part of a city-wide sewer rehabilitation project that is funded by Wastewater Bonds. For specific information on all areas included in this project please click this project list.

Project S-1112:  Contractor will continue to work to install new sewer main on Edna Pl. east of Barranca Ave.

Project S-1206:  A new sewer main has been installed but the contractor will continue to work on a punch list to complete this project.

WATER PROJECTS
W-1207:  Contractor continues to work on Hollenbeck Ave. N of San Bernardino Road to dig and install new water main per plan.

To discuss additional concerns or questions, please call the Covina City Yard at the below listed number or email us.

MISSION STATEMENT

To promote the economic vitality and protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Covina by developing and operating safe, efficient, and high-quality infrastructure systems and public services.

The Public Works Department is comprised of six divisions: Administration, Facilities Maintenance, Development Services, Equipment Maintenance, Street & Sewer Maintenance, and Water Utility.

CONTACT INFORMATION
City Hall (125 E. College) regular business hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 am - 6 pm.  Closed on Fridays.

City Yard (534 N. Barranca) regular business hours are Monday through Thursday, 6 am - 6 pm.  Closed on Fridays.

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

For emergencies during non-business hours, please call the Covina Police Department at (626) 331-3391. The Dispatcher will contact an on-call staff member to assist you.

For non-emergency service after hours, leave a message at (626) 384-5220 or (626) 384-5230 or send us an email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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