The City of Palos Verdes Estates has continued to receive numerous questions from residents regarding the maintenance and functionality of fire hydrants within the City. The City is providing additional details and the following statements from CalWater and LA County Fire Department to ensure that residents have comprehensive information about the fire hydrants within the City.

CalWater:

Cal Water owns the fire hydrants within Palos Verdes Estates and conducts its own inspection of every hydrant each year and performs more extensive maintenance every five years. This includes exercising valves, greasing or replacing components, repainting, and confirming that each hydrant remains fully pressurized and operational. Cal Water has made significant investments in our Palos Verdes system to improve water reliability and regularly reviews the infrastructure for potential upgrades.

LA County Fire Department:

Each year, typically in February and March, the Fire Department inspects every hydrant in the City. Crews confirm that hydrants are accessible, clear vegetation, check caps and fittings, and exercises the hydrant valves to verify function. The logs documenting the 2025 inspections have previously been shared by the City of Palos Verdes Estates.

If you notice a hydrant that appears damaged, obstructed, or leaking, please contact Cal Water’s 24-hour emergency line at 310-257-1400, or reach out to the City so staff can forward your report.

This coordinated inspection and maintenance program meets standard hydrant maintenance protocols and has been confirmed by both agencies as the standard and complete process for maintaining fire hydrant reliability in Palos Verdes Estates.