An emergency stormwater repair project is underway in Del Mar Heights to repair an aging storm drain system and stabilize the slope along Del Mar Heights Road, between Crest Way and Durango Drive.

A deteriorating metal pipe failed along the slope near the road, causing erosion and damage to the sidewalk. Repairs have been prioritized ahead of the winter storm season to avoid additional impacts to the road, utility systems and pedestrian access.

Crews will be working Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Traffic impacts on Del Mar Heights Road include temporary lane closures on both sides of the road. Drivers can expect delays in the area.

“Protecting public safety is our top priority, and this swift response ensures critical stormwater infrastructure is stabilized before further damage can occur,” said Stormwater Department Director Todd Snyder. “Emergencies like this highlight the importance of ongoing investment in aging infrastructure across the City.”

The City’s Stormwater Department in-house pipe repair crew will be working on the emergency repairs, which include: stabilizing and restoring the failed slope, replacing the failed pipe and drain structures and repairing the sidewalk and roadway.

Work will continue over the next three months and is scheduled to be completed by late January 2027. Read more about this infrastructure improvement on the City’s Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Information Page.