This project is a necessary part of a larger, federally-mandated program to reduce sewage overflows during rainstorms. This project will provide updated gravity sewer pipes that will help ensure HRSD’s ability to protect public health and the environment for decades to come.

The gravity sewer pipes that are being lined as part of this project are under an EPA Rehabilitation Action Plan (Project VIP-R-1) and are in need of rehabilitation.

Disruptions to traffic will be minimized, and in most cases, a single lane of traffic will be maintained. Flagging will be used to help direct traffic as needed. When detours are necessary during some phases of construction, signage will be placed in advance. Although the majority of the project work will be located within the public and private right-of ways, much of the construction will be “trenchless,” meaning the contractor will not need to dig up the street to fix the pipes. However, certain sections of sewer are in very poor condition and must be replaced by digging.

The contractor will ensure that access to residences and at least one entrance to businesses will be maintained throughout construction. Trash and mail services will not be affected. If necessary, the contractor will move trash containers from within a work zone to an area accessible for pickup and will be responsible for returning them to each residence.

Work will typically take place Monday through Friday during daylight hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.). However, there may be times when extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary. 

Your sewer service will be temporarily interrupted if work is to be performed on the sewer lateral pipe that serves your property. The contractor will notify you before your lateral is to be rehabilitated so you can plan appropriately. Sewer service will typically be restored within several hours. Your water service should not be affected by this project.

Where sewer and lateral pipes are dug up, asphalt, curb, gutters, driveway aprons, and grass will be removed and then restored upon completion of the project.

The typical construction noises such as equipment engines, back-up alarms, materials being delivered, diesel generators, air compressors, sawing, and associated activities should be anticipated.

The contractor will keep some supplies and equipment (such as bypass pumps) within the active work zone, in the public right-of way. The nature of this work requires that the active work zone shifts frequently as pipeline segments are lined.

Construction workers will not be allowed to park their personal vehicles on the public streets. However, work trucks will be allowed to park within the active work zone.

The estimated cost for the project is $5.4 million and is financed by the wastewater treatment fees paid by HRSD customers.

Regular project updates are posted on the HRSD website at www.hrsd.com/construction-status. You may also sign up at www.hrsd.com/subscriptions to receive an email notification whenever the website has an update about the project.