Welcome to the Public Works Department web site. This web page is intended to provide easy access to the latest information and services available. The Department of  Public Works plans and maintains the City’s water, sewer, storm drainage, street, and traffic infrastructure; vehicle fleet, public facilities, right-of-way and parks recreation fields.  The DPW consists of four major divisions; Administration, Engineering, Utilities, and Maintenance  Services. DPW provides essential services to Downey population of over 100,000 extending over an area of 12.6 square miles. Overall responsibilities of the DPW include the operation and maintenance of    Water  21         wells  276       miles of water mains  5,448    valves  23,080  meters  3          Metro Water District connections  4          water booster pump stations   Water Reservoirs  5          (million gallon) water maintenance yard 220,000 (gallons)  Well Nno. 2 212,000 (gallons)  Well No.8 212,000 (gallons)  Well No 18   Sanitary Sewer  187        miles of sanitary sewer mains  4,250     manholes  3            lift stations  22,300   laterals   Storm Drain  33         miles of storm drains  570       manholes  710       catch basins  2           lift stations   Additional Information 210       centerline miles of paved streets 100       acres of landscape parks and medians 200       vehicle fleet 10         miles of alleys 12,500  trees 5,200    street lights         Major Goals of the Department    Protect the City's investment in its roadway, water, sewer, drainage, and sidewalk infrastructure inspection, maintenance and improvement programs. Enhancing City's Vitality and Quality of life. Provide high quality and cost effective services to the citizens. Protect the city's natural resources in a manner compatible with policies, codes, and regulations. Encourage staff development of Public Works employees, through training, and use of latest technology.         For additional information or any inquiries, please contact us: BY TELEPHONE Tel: (562) 904-7102 BY FACSIMILE Fax: (562) 904-7296 BY MAIL City of Downey Public Works Department  P.O.Box 7016 Downey, CA 90241-7016 IN PERSON City of Downey Public Works Department  11111 Brookshire Avenue Downey, CA 90241-7016