Public Works

Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project

Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.

Latest Updates - July 2023

On Friday, June 23, 2023, the City of Long Beach hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Junior Lifeguard Station near Ocean Boulevard and Claremont Place. Thank you to the community for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

• June 2023 Update

  Please join the City of Long Beach on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. near the Claremont Lauch Ramp (Ocean Boulevard/Claremont Place) for a ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Junior Lifeguard Station.

  As of June 2023, the Junior Lifeguard Building Project is substantially complete.  The Junior Lifeguard Program is scheduled to begin summer programming and operations from this facility on June 26, 2023.  We want to thank the public for their patience and support throughout the duration of construction.

  Please note, Public Works anticipates to perform additional work in the fall 2023 to demolish the old Junior Lifeguard Station and associated utility lines.

  

• March 2023 Update

  Construction has been ongoing since Fall 2022 and is expected to complete by May 2023, barring weather or other unforeseen delays. The building foundation is complete and the modular building is expected to be installed in March 2023. Minor disturbance of the 54th and Claremont Place Parking Lot will be ongoing as the contractors install the modular building, finish utility connections, and construct sidewalks. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

  Estimated Timeline Barring Weather or Other Unforeseen Delays:

  • Modular Building Placement: March 2023
  • Exterior Finishes: March – April 2023
  • Project Complete: May 2023

            

• November 2022 Update

  In November 2022, the City’s contractors are scheduled to mobilize construction equipment and fencing. Construction is anticipated to begin late Fall 2022 and work will occur between Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Minor disturbance of the 54th and Claremont Place Parking Lot will be expected as the contractors make utility connections. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project. 

  Estimated Timeline Barring Weather or Other Unforeseen Delays:

  • Contractor Mobilization (Site Fencing): Fall 2022
  • Utilities: Fall 2022
  • Site Work: Winter 2022
  • Foundation: Winter 2022 to Spring 2023
  • Modular Building Placement: Spring 2023
  • Existing Facility Demolition: Spring 2023

Project Information

The Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project will build a one-story modular building with a second level viewing deck, stingray response room, lockers, and office on the beach near Claremont Place, adjacent to the existing launch ramp and public restroom. The project also includes construction of a new foundation, new utilities, and demolition of the existing lifeguard building.

The Junior Lifeguard Facility provides access to the coast for the Long Beach Junior Guard (LBJG) program during the summers, and provides stingray treatment services for the public year-round.

Project Funding ($2,800,000)

This project is currently supported by Tidelands Funding.

Project Contact

tidelandscip@longbeach.gov

More Information

• Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project Construction Notice - English
  • Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project Construction Notice - Spanish
  • Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project Construction Notice - Khmer
  • Junior Lifeguard Facility Rebuild Project Construction Notice - Tagalog