Toggle mobile menu
Welcome to our new website. It's a work in progress. Please provide feedback.
Water Pump Station

Public Works

Counter appointments Frequently asked questions Trash and recycling Santa Ana Green Water services Sewer services Stormwater program Streets, sidewalks, and curbs Projects and CIP Plan checking, permitting, and mapping Permit parking RV parking Pedestrian and bicyclist traffic safety Traffic signals and street lights Neighborhood Block Transformation Contest Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Vehicle charging stations Agency Directory Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
Back Republic Services Residential Multi-family Commercial and industrial Recycling programs Edible food recovery program Construction and demolition debris
Back Energy efficiency Climate action plan Water conservation Stormwater program (NPDES) Street tree service Read the Santa Ana Green newsletter Green vehicles
Back Climate Action Plan vision Regulatory framework Sustainability accomplishments Community meetings Climate Action Plan process Climate Action Plan status updates
Back Water & Sewer Design Guidelines Smart Water Meter program Water quality Water conservation Backflow Construction standards Construction meters Capital improvement program Urban water management plan Water master plan Water rate study Recycled water master plan Water resources
Back Poster contest
Back Water & Sewer Design Guidelines Drought update Water shortage contingency plan Water-saving tips Smart landscapes Rebates
Back Drought update 2015
Back Water & Sewer Design Guidelines Fats, oils, and grease control program Sewer line stoppages Sewer rate study Sewer system management plan Sewer master plan Sewer resources Construction Standards
Back Street sweeping Street tree services Report graffiti Illegal dumping Street and sidewalk repairs Environmental sanitation
Back Major projects Bids and proposals Computer-aided drafting standards Engineering standards and plans Capital improvement program (CIP) Street moratorium Street pavement program
Back Fairview Street improvements Bristol Street improvements OC Streetcar South Main Street corridor construction Warner Avenue improvements
Back Section 1: Street Standards Section 2: Storm Drain Standards Section 3: Sewer Standards Section 4: Water Standards Section 5: Lighting Standards ADA Transition Plan
Back Building permit release Encroachment permits Mapping Plan check Wireless facilities in the public right-of-way Public Works submittal resources Schedule your appointment
Back Dedications, Easements Street vacation (abandonment) Subdivision (Tract and parcel maps), lot line adjustment, and lot mergers
Back Streets Utilities Sewer, water, storm drain Traffic control Grading Storm Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP)
Back Wireless facilities FAQ’s
Back Traffic management

Contact

Report an issue
(714) 647-3380
20 Civic Center Plaza
Ross Annex, M-20
Santa Ana, CA 92702
Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Alternating Fridays: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: closed

2022 Water Rules

dispatch telephone image 6_20_22-Rev2

Responsibilities

  • Building and maintaining all public streets
  • Traffic signals and street lights
  • Delivering quality water
  • Storm drains and sewers
  • Trash collection and recycling
  • Trimming City trees and removing graffiti

Meet the Public Works Department

Proudly serving the Santa Ana community for over 150 years.

Projects and updates

Current Construction
Current construction

Find information on current Public Works improvement projects, from street and bridges to water and parks.

Sidewalk repair
Streets, sidewalks, and curbs

We maintain over 400 miles of City infrastructure that includes Graffiti Abatement, Roadway Cleaning, Roadway Maintenance and Street Tree Services.

Water Services
Water services

The Water Resources Division is committed to providing a first rate water system, from delivery to quality to conservation.

News

4th Street to close between Ross and Broadway

Posted on August 12, 2022

The Orange County Transportation Authority announced that 4th Street from Ross Street to Broadway will be closed starting as early as August 15 for OC Streetcar construction. The closure will be in place day and night for the duration of the work. Please follow detour signage.
Volunteers Inner-Coastal Cleanup 8_10_2022

Volunteers Needed for Inner-Coastal Cleanup

Posted on August 10, 2022

Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day is your chance to give back to the ocean, beaches, and creeks that make Orange County such a beautiful place to live. The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is hosting an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park, located at  2115 W McFadden Avenue, on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from...
Parking Lot Closed at Madison Park 8_2_2022

Parking Lot Closed at Madison Park

Posted on August 2, 2022

The parking lot at Madison Park will be closed starting Wednesday, August 3 through Thursday, August 4, 2022, to use for construction equipment installing the new restroom facility.  The park remains open during the construction activity and parking is available on the street.  The parking lot will reopen to the public on Friday August 5,...

More

Events

Aug 18 2022

Community Meeting: South Main Street Corridor Project Construction Update

6:30pm - 7:30pm Manuel Esqueda Elementary School
  • Add to calendar 2022-08-18 18:30:00 2022-08-18 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Community Meeting: South Main Street Corridor Project Construction Update Santa Ana neighbors are invited to a community meeting with the City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency for an update on the construction activity for South Main Street Corridor project. The meeting details are as follows: Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Manuel Esqueda Elementary School 2240 S. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA  92707 Spanish translation will be available. We value your attendance at the meeting for an update on the construction activity for the South Main Street Corridor. The project is 2.5 miles along South Main Street between First Street and Dyer Road.  For additional information on the project, visit https://www.santa-ana.org/south-main-street-corridor-construction/. Should you have questions, please contact Public Works Agency Community Liaison Michelle Micallef at (714) 647-5091 or mmicallef@santa-ana.org. 2240 S. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
  • Directions

Santa Ana neighbors are invited to a community meeting with the City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency for an update on the construction activity for South Main Street Corridor project. The meeting details are as follows: Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Manuel Esqueda Elementary School 2240 S. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA ...

Aug 20 2022

Willard Safe Streets

4:30pm - 7:30pm Willard Intermediate School parking lot
  • Add to calendar 2022-08-20 16:30:00 2022-08-20 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Willard Safe Streets Join Santa Ana Active Streets (SAAS) and the Willard Neighborhood Association on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the Willard Intermediate School parking lot for their Willard Safe Streets event, a pop up demonstration to highlight what a safe and healthy community could look like. Willard Intermediate School is located at 1342 N. Ross Street in the City of Santa Ana. Come enjoy activities such as the mini bike course and helmet fitting demos, kids art activities, witness a temporary artistic crosswalk with PEATONITO, a lucha libre crossing guard, meet local organizations, and share your ideas on what a safe environment looks like to you, and more!! *A special Back to School giveaway to the first 200 Willard Neighborhood families. Children must be present.  Please bring a school ID or any postal mailer with your address.  For more information contact Dorian Romero at dorian@saascoalition.org or (714) 340-5186. 1342 N. Ross, Santa Ana, California 92706
  • Directions

Join Santa Ana Active Streets (SAAS) and the Willard Neighborhood Association on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the Willard Intermediate School parking lot for their Willard Safe Streets event, a pop up demonstration to highlight what a safe and healthy community could look like. Willard Intermediate School is located at 1342 N. Ross Street in...

Sep 13 2022

Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting

4:00pm - 5:30pm City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600
  • Add to calendar 2022-09-13 16:00:00 2022-09-13 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600 at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Contact 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701
  • Directions

The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall...

Sep 17 2022

Santa Ana Annual Inner-Coastal Cleanup

9:00am - 12:00pm Jerome Park
  • Add to calendar 2022-09-17 09:00:00 2022-09-17 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Santa Ana Annual Inner-Coastal Cleanup Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day is your chance to give back to the ocean, beaches, and creeks that make Orange County such a beautiful place to live. The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is hosting an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park, located at  2115 W McFadden Avenue, on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cleanup will focus on the removal of trash and debris from the Santa Ana Gardens flood control channel and the adjacent park area so it does not flow out to the ocean when it rains. The Public Works Agency is in need of volunteers to help participate in the cleanup. All volunteers are required to sign a waiver and if under 18 years old, a parent or guardian must sign the waiver. Vounteers need to wear protective footwear (closed toe shoes) and should bring sunscreen. Drinks and small snacks will be provided. If you would like to participate in the cleanup, please contact Craig Foster at (714) 647-5659 or cfoster@santa-ana.org. 2115 W McFadden Avenue, Santa Ana, California 92704
  • Directions

Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day is your chance to give back to the ocean, beaches, and creeks that make Orange County such a beautiful place to live. The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is hosting an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park, located at  2115 W McFadden Avenue, on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from...

Oct 11 2022

Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting

4:00pm - 5:30pm City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600
  • Add to calendar 2022-10-11 16:00:00 2022-10-11 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600 at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Contact 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701
  • Directions

The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall...

Nov 8 2022

Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting

4:00pm - 5:30pm City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600
  • Add to calendar 2022-11-08 16:00:00 2022-11-08 17:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall in the Ross Annex Room 1600 at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Contact 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701
  • Directions

The Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission (ETAC) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m., unless canceled.  Please visit our website to view upcoming meeting information and to see the ETAC meeting agenda when it is available. Due to COVID-19, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom and in-person at the City Hall...

Close window