Dellwood Avenue - Melba Street Water Improvement Project

Estimated Dates & Work Schedule

Anticipated Start Date: 2021-02-08
Anticipated End Date: 2021-08-31

Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.*

Note: In some circumstances, extended hours and weekends may be necessary. Crews will not work on JEA holidays. 

Project Objective

JEA replaced and upgraded a portion of the potable water lines on Dellwood Avenue, Melba Street (between Dellwood Avenue and Gilmore Street) and Luna Street (between Dellwood Avenue and Ernest Street). This work also included the installation of three (3) new fire hydrants. This project will increase water pressure and provide improved system reliability and fire protection to the area. 

Construction Conditions

Work primarily occurred in City of Jacksonville roads, rights-of-way and easements. 

Project Area Map

College Street Water Improvement Project 2.11.21

Restoration of the Project Area

Restoration of the project area began once the water main has been installed, tested and cleared for use. Upon completion of the project, any existing pavement, grass, driveways or sidewalks affected during construction was returned to its pre-construction condition.