The City of Longmont and contractor Garney Construction have substantially completed the Price Park Tank Replacement project near the intersection of Sunset Street and Longs Peak Avenue in Longmont. The two-year project successfully replaced the existing water storage reservoirs with a new above-ground water storage tank and pump station. Significant upgrades were made to the nearby waterlines, as well as the surrounding fencing, landscaping and irrigation systems. The $24 million project was partially funded through a bond measure in Water Ballot Issue 3C which was approved by more than 80 percent of voters in the 2020 election.  

The Price Park Reservoir site is the location of the City’s original open air water storage reservoirs constructed in 1882. It has undergone several upgrades over the last century, but a major rehabilitation was required to service the City’s growing water needs. The new larger 8-million-gallon water tank and 12-million-gallon per day pump station will: 

• Help protect and improve the water quality for the entire City. 

• Enhance the City’s ability to meet current and future water demands. 

• Provide critical water service during emergencies. 

• Significantly reduce the footprint of the original water storage structure. 

“The success of this project could not have been accomplished without the support of Longmont voters. We now have critical infrastructure in place to ensure our ability to meet current and future water demands. We would like to thank you – the traveling public, residents, and commuters who were affected by the project. We know construction can be challenging and we appreciate your patience as we built these much-needed structure replacements,” said Assistant City Manager David Hornbacher. 

System-wide testing of the pump station will continue through the end of November. More information about the project can be found on the Price Park Tank Replacement Project webpage. The project hotline is still available for questions or comments at (720) 526-2044 or via email.