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.

Disruptions to traffic will be minimized, and in most cases, a single lane of traffic will be maintained, and flagging will be used to help direct traffic as needed. If detours are to occur, signage will be put in place in advance of the detour.

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.

HRSD normal work hours are Monday through Friday during daylight hours (7 a.m. - 5 p.m.). However, due to the nature of work, extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary. City of Norfolk and City of Virginia Beach standard hours are as follows:

• City of Norfolk – STANDARD: 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM, NIGHTTIME: 7:00 PM TO 5:00 AM
• City of Virginia Beach – STANDARD: 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM, NIGHTTIME: 9:00 PM TO 5:00 AM

Interruptions to your water and sewer service are not likely. If sewer service is interrupted, you will be notified by the contractor, and sewer service typically will be restored within several hours. Your water service should not be affected by this project.

Where excavation occurs, 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 negotiate 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 $5.0 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.