West SOMA, Panhandle and Inner Sunset Large Sewer Improvements Project
Overview
The West SOMA, Panhandle and Inner Sunset Large Sewer Improvements Project will rehabilitate the existing 100-year-old sewer mains and sewer laterals located under the streets highlighted on the Project Maps.
*This project is completing the remaining construction of the original Panhandle and Inner Sunset Project.
Construction Update Summer 2025
Construction activities in various locations are anticipated to begin the month of September 2025. See our recently mailed notice here for full details.
-
Project Background
To minimize impacts to the roadway and adjacent residences and businesses, most of the sewer rehabilitation work will be performed using a trenchless method called Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP). Construction will include improvements to sewer lower laterals within the project area. In some locations, street excavation may be required, and advance notice will be provided.
Project Benefits:
-
Address aging sewer system infrastructure
-
Increase reliability of our City’s critical sewer system infrastructure
-
-
What to Expect During Construction
SEWER SERVICE: These services will NOT be interrupted during construction.
PARKING: Street parking will be impacted near construction zones. “No-parking” signs will be posted 72 hours in advance.
TRAFFIC: Partial lane closures may be necessary to ensure safety of workers and the public. Advance notice and detour signage will be provided, as needed.
MUNI: Passenger loading zone for bus stops may be temporarily relocated. Advance notice and detour signage will be provided as needed.
ACCESS: Follow posted signage on site. Driveway access to businesses and residents in the work zone will be maintained during construction.
NOISE: Neighbors may hear construction noise periodically. Noisy work will be conducted in compliance with the San Francisco Noise Ordinance.
ODORS: If necessary, odor control measures will be in place during construction. Please see CIPP page for more information: sfpuc.org/curedpipe.
NOTICE: A 30-day and 10-day notice will be distributed prior to construction to residents and businesses within the project area before construction begins.
- Project Materials
