Oak Canyon Reservoir
This is an artist's rendition of the finished look of the underground reservoir.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is a new storage reservoir needed?
A: The Oak Canyon Reservoir will replace an existing tank located near Conifer Street and Conifer
Circle. Seismic studies have revealed that this tank (known as the Conifer Tank) sits on an old
landslide. Built in 1966, its foundation is not suitable for seismic retrofitting. The Oak Canyon
Reservoir will have twice the storage capacity as the Conifer Tank.
Q: When will construction begin and how long will it last?
A: Construction is scheduled to start by summer 2011 and be completed approximately a year later.
Q: What are the scheduled hours of construction?
A: Construction activity is scheduled to begin no earlier than 7:00 a.m. and end no later than
7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Q: How will construction of the tank affect nearby neighborhoods and streets?
A: The actual tank construction site is located in the hills, away from homes and streets. However,
traffic on Kanan Road, between Golden Eagle Drive and Los Arcos Drive, will be delayed briefly
from time to time to enable trucks and other equipment to access the construction site by means
of a fire road. Installation of pipeline, valves, and a control facility may also affect traffic on Kanan
periodically. Every effort will be made to keep delays to a minimum.
Q: Will access to trails in the area be affected?
A. For safety reasons, trails in the immediate vicinity of the construction site will be closed during
construction hours (see map on reverse for closure locations). All trails will be accessible before
and after construction hours and on weekends.
Q. How visible will the new tank be from surrounding areas?
A. Constructed of pre-stressed concrete, the new reservoir will be buried underground; thus, visibility
from nearby neighborhoods will be minimal.
