This project is a necessary to eliminate the existing sewage treatment plant located on the Dominion Energy Surry Nuclear Power Station property.

The route was selected to reduce impacts to existing property and minimize traffic disruptions.

Disruptions to traffic will be minimized, and in most cases, a single lane of traffic will be maintained. No planned detours are anticipated, but flagging will be used to help direct traffic as needed. The majority of the project work will be located within the public and private right-of ways, easements, and HRSD property.

The contractor will ensure 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 (7 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). However, there may be times when extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary. 

Your water and sewer service should not be impacted by this project.

The majority of the work will be outside of pavement limits but within the public right-of-way and easements. Major road crossings will be completed by tunneling under the roadway. Minor roads may be open cut. Any surface features including pavements, curb, sidewalks, etc. damaged during construction will be restored.

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 within the active work zone. Other materials will be stored at an offsite location.

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 $9 million, and it 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.