Tahoe City Public Utility District 2025 Capital Projects
TCPUD is investing in our water, sewer, parks, and recreation infrastructure to help build a healthy mountain community.
TCPUD serves a 31-square mile service area from Emerald Bay to Dollar Point, and along the Truckee River to the Nevada County line.
From rebuilding safer and smoother trails to ensuring a reliable water supply and a safe sewer system, TCPUD is investing in building a healthy mountain community.
Thanks to the leadership of our Board and Staff, our Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan makes significant and necessary investments to serve more than 6,000 water customers, over 7,700 sewer customers, and thousands more users to our parks and recreation facilities.
The links below detail key capital investments in 2025 for Water, Sewer, and Parks & Recreation projects. See our 2025 Capital Project Sheets for a list of all planned projects.
Click the links below, or continue scrolling down to learn about each project.
Water Capital Projects
TCPUD's 2025 Capital Improvement Plan will invest approximately $17.7 Million in improvements to our Water infrastructure.
These crucial upgrades help create a more resilient water system that is drought resistant and supports capacity for fire suppression.
Use the menu to the left of the map or the click the map pins to learn more about each project.
West Lake Tahoe Water Treatment Plant
The new water treatment plant replaces a temporary facility in Chambers Landing. The new plant will provide a permanent, drought-resistant drinking water source from Lake Tahoe and support improved fire suppression capacity.
Madden Creek Water System Distribution Replacement
After acquiring the Mid-Sierra Water Utility in 2018, TCPUD recommended a full replacement of the existing water system to provide secure and reliable drinking water and improved fire protection.
Tahoe Cedars Water System Reconstruction
After acquiring the Mid-Sierra Water Utility in 2018, TCPUD recommended a full replacement of the existing water system to provide secure and reliable drinking water and improved fire protection. The existing system was built in the 1940s, is actively failing, and is not designed to provide adequate firefighting capacity.
Lower Meeks Bay Pressure Reducing Valve
This project will install 600 feet of new water mains and a pressure reducing valve (PRV). This will connect the Meeks Bay Vista pressure zone to the Tahoe Hills distribution system.
Rubicon Wells 2 & 3 Backup Power Project
This project will install a permanent backup power generator for two wells. We will construct a new building to house the generator.
Rubicon Tank Water Feed Line Replacement
This project replaces and upsizes 275 feet of water main from the Rubicon Tank to the distribution system.
Tahoe Pines/Tahoe Swiss Village Water System Upgrades
In early 2025, TCPUD acquired the water system formerly owned by Tahoe Swiss Village Utility, Inc. Initial projects are needed to improve system reliability, enhance water quality, and create a more efficient operation.
Glenridge Water System Upgrades
In early 2025, TCPUD acquired the water system formerly owned by Tahoe Swiss Village Utility, Inc. Initial projects are needed to improve system reliability, enhance water quality, and create a more efficient operation.
West Lake Tahoe Water Treatment Plant
The new water treatment plant replaces a temporary facility in Chambers Landing. The new plant will provide a permanent, drought-resistant drinking water source from Lake Tahoe and support improved fire suppression capacity.
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated Total Cost: $30.8 Million
Estimated 2025 Budget: $1.6 Million
Current Funding Sources: State Department of Water Resources, US EPA, State Water Board, Placer County Water Agency, TCPUD customer water rates, property tax revenue, and loan financing.
Learn more about the West Lake Tahoe Regional Water Treatment Plant.
Madden Creek Water System Distribution Replacement
After acquiring the Mid-Sierra Water Utility in 2018, TCPUD recommended a full replacement of the existing water system to provide secure and reliable drinking water and improved fire protection.
Phase 1 of the project, completed in 2019, provided an emergency interconnection with the TCPUD McKinney-Quail water service area. Phase 2 began the replacement of the undersized and aging water lines. The third and fourth phases will complete the replacement of the entire Madden Creek Water System.
Planned improvements in 2025 include construction of 5,355 feet of water main, 10 fire hydrants, and 56 new metered service connections.
Estimated Completion (whole project): 2027
Estimated Total Cost: $17.2 Million
Estimated 2025 Budget: $7 Million
Current Funding Sources: Placer County Water Agency, State Department of Water Resources, TCPUD customer water rates, property tax revenue, and an Infrastructure Improvement Charge for Madden Creek customers.
Learn more about the Madden Creek Water System Reconstruction Project .
Tahoe Cedars Water System Reconstruction
After acquiring the Mid-Sierra Water Utility in 2018, TCPUD recommended a full replacement of the existing water system to provide secure and reliable drinking water and improved fire protection. The existing system was built in the 1940s, is actively failing, and is not designed to provide adequate firefighting capacity.
Highlights include:
- Replace 79,000 feet of undersized and failing water mains.
- Relocate 632 water service lines from backyards to the street.
- Install 97 new fire hydrants.
- Install more than 1,000 residential water meters.
In 2025, TCPUD will select a Progressive Design Build contractor and will continue work on preliminary design, environmental compliance, and securing additional funding.
Estimated Completion: 2031
Estimated Total Cost: $62 Million
Estimated 2025 Budget: $4.5 Million
Current Funding Sources: Customer water rates, property tax revenue, and an Infrastructure Improvement Charge for Tahoe Cedars customers.
Learn more about the Tahoe Cedars Water System Reconstruction Project .
Lower Meeks Bay Pressure Reducing Valve
This project will install 600 feet of new water mains and a pressure reducing valve (PRV). This will connect the Meeks Bay Vista pressure zone to the Tahoe Hills distribution system.
Installing this new PRV will help improve water pressure during fire flows. It will also create a redundant connection in the event of a failure or required maintenance.
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated 2025 Budget: $1 Million
Current Funding Sources:
- $200K from El Dorado Water Agency
- $800k from TCPUD
Rubicon Wells 2 & 3 Backup Power Project
This project will install a permanent backup power generator for two wells. We will construct a new building to house the generator.
Winter access to this location is difficult and can slow down emergency response during power outages. Permanent backup electrical power is critical for a resilient water supply.
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated 2025 Budget: $2.1 Million
Current Funding Sources:
- $200K from El Dorado Water Agency
- $2 Million from TCPUD
Rubicon Tank Water Feed Line Replacement
This project replaces and upsizes 275 feet of water main from the Rubicon Tank to the distribution system.
Increasing the diameter of this pipe will provide more flow and water pressure. This ensures adequate water supply during high demand conditions like fire flows.
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated 2025 Budget: $512,310
Current Funding Sources:
- $75K from El Dorado Water Agency
- $437K from TCPUD
Tahoe Pines/Tahoe Swiss Village Water System Upgrades
In early 2025, TCPUD acquired the water system formerly owned by Tahoe Swiss Village Utility, Inc. Initial projects are needed to improve system reliability, enhance water quality, and create a more efficient operation.
Immediate projects include:
- Purchase of spare pumps
- Replacement of existing water meters
- Bacteriological sampling site installations
- Water well pump and piping improvements
- And more
Estimated Completion: 2025 (for initial operational needs)
Estimated 2025 Cost: $100,000
Current Funding Sources: TCPUD
Learn more about the Tahoe Swiss Village Utility Acquisition
Glenridge Water System Upgrades
In early 2025, TCPUD acquired the water system formerly owned by Tahoe Swiss Village Utility, Inc. Initial projects are needed to improve system reliability, enhance water quality, and create a more efficient operation.
Immediate projects include:
- Purchase of spare pumps
- Replacement of existing water meters
- Bacteriological sampling site installations
- Water well pump and piping improvements
- And more
Estimated Completion: 2025 (for initial operational needs)
Estimated 2025 Cost: $100,000
Current Funding Sources: TCPUD
Learn more about the Glenridge Water System/TSVU Acquisition
Sewer Capital Projects
TCPUD's 2025 Capital Improvement Plan will invest approximately $4.3 Million in improvements to our Sewer infrastructure.
These improvements help keep our wastewater flowing to protect public health and the environment.
Use the menu on the left or the click the map pins to learn more about each project.
Coast Guard Sewer Pump Station Storage Improvements
The timing of the project may be delayed, pending Lake Tahoe water levels.
Water's Edge Sewer Pump Station Storage Improvements
The timing of the project may be delayed, pending Lake Tahoe water levels.
Coast Guard Sewer Pump Station Storage Improvements
The timing of the project may be delayed, pending Lake Tahoe water levels.
This project will install expanded overflow wet wells at the Coast Guard Sewer Pump Station.
Increased storage will reduce the chance of sewer overflow in the event of a pump failure or export line problem.
Estimated Completion: 2025/2026.
Estimated 2025 Budget: $1.2 Million
Current Funding Sources: TCPUD
Water's Edge Sewer Pump Station Storage Improvements
The timing of the project may be delayed, pending Lake Tahoe water levels.
This project will install expanded overflow wet wells at the Water's Edge Sewer Pump Station.
Increased storage will reduce the chance of sewer overflow in the event of a pump failure or export line problem.
Estimated Completion: 2025/2026
Estimated 2025 Budget: $1.1 Million
Funding Sources: TCPUD
2025 Parks and Recreation Capital Projects
TCPUD's 2025 Capital Improvement Plan will invest approximately $9 Million in improvements to our Parks and Recreation infrastructure from 2025-2029.
These investments help provide outstanding recreation and leisure activities for residents and visitors alike.
Use the menu on the left or the click the map pins to learn more about each project.
Multi-Use Trail Reconstruction
TCPUD owns and maintains a 23-mile paved trail network that connects our community.
Tahoe City Golf Course Irrigation Replacement
This project will replace Tahoe City Golf Course's aging irrigation system, which hasn't had significant upgrades since 1976.
Multi-Use Trail Reconstruction
TCPUD owns and maintains a 23-mile paved trail network that connects our community.
Our efforts in 2025 will focus on pavement reconstruction and crucial safety improvements on a segment of the West Shore Trail to make the trail smoother and safer for all.
Estimated Completion: 2025 (Sunnyside to Idlewild Way)
Estimated 2025 Cost: $4.7 Million
Funding Sources:
- $2.8 Million from North Tahoe Community Alliance/Placer County TOT-TBID
- $1.9 Million from TCPUD
- $150,000 from Tahoe Fund.
Learn more about the West Shore Trail Reconstruction Project.
Tahoe City Golf Course Irrigation Replacement
This project will replace Tahoe City Golf Course's aging irrigation system, which hasn't had significant upgrades since 1976.
The new system will result in a more efficient watering system, improved turf coverage, and a better golf experience for customers.
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated 2025 Cost: $2.3 Million
Funding Sources: TCPUD Property Tax Revenue
Learn more about the Tahoe City Golf Course Irrigation Replacement Project.
For questions, comments, or additional information please contact Aaron Hussmann, Public Affairs Specialist, at ahussmann@tcpud.org or 530-580-6291
