Future Proposed Small Diameter Pipe Replacement Projects
Project Objective
JEA developed the Small Diameter Pipe Replacement Program to modernize hundreds of miles of JEA's existing potable water distribution system to reduce service failures and meet current potable flow standards. JEA estimates that more than 70 percent of its water main breaks and leaks are a result of galvanized pipes that are either at or rapidly approaching the end of their useful life, putting a considerable strain on JEA’s maintenance operations. Although JEA has always replaced failing pipes as part of its maintenance activities, this program accelerates progress by providing dedicated funding and management focused on execution.
By replacing the existing, inadequate galvanized mains, JEA's customers will enjoy greater reliability, improved water pressure and increased fire protection with the introduction of hydrants in currently unserved or underserved areas. At the same time, JEA will realize reduced maintenance costs by minimizing the potential for future line failures.
Small Diameter Pipe Replacement Projects
Since the Program’s launch in 2018, JEA has replaced more than 75,000 linear feet – that’s almost fifteen miles - of galvanized pipe throughout Jacksonville. Nearly 18,000 linear feet are in various stages of replacement, either under construction, pending construction, or in planning and design. It is estimated that by the end of 2025, JEA will have replaced over 93,000 linear feet – more than 17 miles – of outdated galvanized pipe countywide.
Concurrent with the planning, design and construction on existing identified projects, JEA is analyzing break and service data to identify future projects. The selection process involves thorough evaluation of various factors including the number and density of line breaks, number of properties served, and proximity and connections to larger water mains. Through this process JEA will methodically prioritize projects that will have the greatest positive impact to both JEA’s customers and its maintenance operations. Over the next several years, JEA will invest millions of dollars in neighborhoods across Jacksonville to bring modernized potable water service to its customers.
Future Proposed Projects
Below is a list of upcoming projects currently in the design phase. Under each project name, you’ll find the streets (or portions of streets) included within the proposed project boundaries.
Please note that these plans are not yet final and are subject to change. Residents will receive an email notification before construction begins in their neighborhood.
Aberdeen Street
Aberdeen Street, Oak Street, Park Street, Seminole Road and Herschel Street
Broadway Avenue
Broadway Avenue, Burnside Street, Garfield Street, Lowell Avenue, Orchard Street and McQuade Street
Effingham Road
Colchester Road, Effingham Road, Farleigh Avenue and Haldis Avenue
Madison Street
N. Madison Street, Louisiana Street, W. 4th Street, W. 5th Street and Illinois Street
Ortega
Avon Street, Carlisle Road, Princess Anne Lane, King Richard Road, Malpas Lane, Yacht Club Road and Maid Marian Lane
Pine Street
Pine Street, Van Wert Avenue, Talbot Avenue, Challen Avenue, Ribault Circle and Richmond Street
South Willow Branch Avenue
South Willow Branch Avenue, Park Street, Herschel Street, Oak Street, S. McDuff Avenue and Donald Street
Strickland Street
Strickland Street, Mott Street, Willow Branch Avenue, Spring Street and Burke Street
Tennessee Street
Rhode Island Drive North, Tennessee Street and Vermont Road