Granite Secures $19 Million Contract for Tahoe Cedars Water System Upgrade
Granite to Complete Initial Phase of Tahoe Cedars Water System Reconstruction

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Granite has been awarded a $19 million contract by the Tahoe City Public Utility District for the Tahoe Cedars Water System Replacement Project in California. This initiative aims to modernize infrastructure by replacing aging pipelines and enhancing fire protection, with construction expected to start in mid-June 2026.
- 01The project includes the installation of 15,000 linear feet of new water mains and the relocation of over 200 existing service lines.
- 0229 new fire hydrants will be installed to improve fire protection in the Tahoe Basin, a high-risk wildfire area.
- 03The upgraded water system is designed to last at least 50 years and will enhance system reliability and efficiency.
- 04Granite's approach emphasizes collaboration with project stakeholders to align on scope, cost, and schedule.
- 05Construction for this initial phase is set to begin in mid-June 2026 and conclude by October 2026.
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Granite (NYSE: GVA) has been awarded a contract worth approximately $19 million for the Tahoe Cedars Water System Replacement Project by the Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD). Located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe, California, the project aims to modernize essential infrastructure by replacing outdated pipelines and components that have exceeded their service life. Key enhancements include the installation of 15,000 linear feet of new water mains, relocation of over 200 service lines, and the addition of 29 fire hydrants to bolster fire protection in the area. The upgraded system is designed to meet current regulatory standards and is expected to provide a resilient solution with a service life of at least 50 years. Granite’s Vice President of Regional Operations, Chris Burke, emphasized the importance of collaboration in achieving the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the project. The initial phase of construction is slated to commence in mid-June 2026 and is projected to be completed by October 2026, marking the first year of a planned four-year construction program.
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The project will enhance water system reliability and fire protection in the Tahoe Cedars community, which is situated in a high-risk wildfire area.
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