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

This project includes the rehabilitation and replacement of an existing gravity sewer system.

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. All of the project work will be located within the right-of-way. Approximately 3,800 feet of the construction will be “trenchless,” meaning the contractor will not need to dig up the street to fix the pipes. However, approximately 1,725 feet of the sewer pipe and 7 manholes must be replaced by digging

The contractor will ensure that access to residences 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 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.). However, there may be times when extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary.

The work required to rehabilitate the manholes and sewer pipes or replace sanitary sewer pipes should not affect your water or sewer service. If a temporary interruption of service sewer service occurs, the contractor will notify you before work begins so you can plan accordingly. Sewer service typically will be restored within several hours. Your water service should not be affected by this project.

Approximately 1,725 feet of the gravity sewer piping will be replaced by digging. This work will be in the roadway, and pavement restoration of the affected roadways will occur once the sewer installation is complete, when seasonably appropriate.

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 has negotiated with a private property owner for a storage area in the project vicinity, and this site will be used for most of the equipment and supplies. The contractor will keep some supplies within the active work zone, in the public right-of way.

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 approximately $8.8 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.