Leave the Leaves
Written by Hunter White, Published on September 23, 2025
This autumn, instead of bagging up your leaves and sending them to the landfill, consider leaving them where they fall.
Construction Notice Update #4 for the Cities of Norfolk and Chesapeake - September 2025
--Utility Work to Occur--
HRSD, your regional wastewater treatment utility, will begin work to replace sewer pipe and manholes along Waltham Street. Broken pipe segments were found during a CCTV inspection of the sewer pipe, and repairs must be made. This work should take place primarily between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Construction Notice Update #3 for the City of Suffolk - September 2025
--Sewer Pipe Installation to Begin--
HRSD, your regional wastewater treatment utility, will begin work to install a sanitary sewer pipeline in the Cypress Park/Hollywood area. This work should take place primarily between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
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“Manhole Improvements - West Point"
Small Communities Rehabilitation Phase V
HRSD Capital Improvement Program Projects (MP014800)Webpage Reviewed: November 18, 2025
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HRSD, your regional wastewater utility, is undertaking a project to raise or replace manhole frames and covers in West Point, Urbanna, and King William. The purpose of this project is to address manhole frames and covers that are damaged, broken, or below grade. Please see the Roads Affected Section of this webpage for specific roads that will be impacted. This effort will improve system reliability, enhance public safety, and reduce the potential for stormwater to enter the sanitary sewer.
Project Cost: Approximately $1,085,000
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Notices
September 2025 - Notice to Neighbors
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November 5, 2025
Construction has not started.
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Work is scheduled to be completed one locality at a time. The following roads are scheduled to be included in this project:
a. Blue Heron Lane
b. Odi Street
c. West Euclid Blvd
d. Camellia Drive
e. Cardinal Court
f. Dogwood Drive
g. River Road
h. Azalea Crescent
i. King William Avenue
j. West Magnolia Avenue
k. Thompson Avenue
l. Old Thompson Avenue
m. Dupont Street
n. Glen Street
o. C. Street
p. Fort Street
q. Bellwood Street
r. Lyndale Street
s. 21st Street
t. F. Street
u. Kirby Street
v. 13th Street
w. 12th Street
x. 15th Street
y. 6th Street
z. Main Street
aa. 1st Street
bb. 2nd Street
cc. Lee StreetComprehensive traffic control plans will be implemented to minimize inconvenience.
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- Staging:
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October 2025
- Construction:
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Fall 2025 – Summer 2026
- Restoration:
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Immediately following construction when seasonably appropriate.
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This project is necessary to address manhole frames and covers that are damaged, broken, or underneath the pavement. Replacing or raising these castings/structures will improve system reliability, enhance public safety, and reduce the potential for stormwater infiltration into the sewer system.
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A field survey was performed to evaluate the condition of manholes. Based on this assessment, manholes requiring adjustment or replacement were identified and included in the project.
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Disruptions to traffic will be minimized. There may be occasional short duration detours or single lane closures. Flaggers will be present to help direct vehicles, as needed.
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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.
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Work will typically take place Monday through Friday during daylight hours (7 a.m. - 5 p.m.). However, there may be times when extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary.
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No interruptions to water or sewer service are anticipated during this project.
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Where manholes are dug up or raised, asphalt, curb, gutters, driveway aprons, and grass will be removed and then restored upon completion of the project.
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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.
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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.
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Construction workers will not be allowed to park their personal vehicles on the public streets. However, work vehicles will be allowed to park within the active work zone.
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The estimated cost for the project is approximately $1.1 million and is financed by the wastewater treatment fees paid by HRSD customers.
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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.
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- Public Information Specialist:
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Shawn Maxfield
757.833.7483 (Office)
- HRSD Project Manager:
- Beatriz Patino, PE
- Additional Information:
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Projects@hrsd.com
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- Chief Communication Officer:
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Leila Rice, APR
757.460.7056 (Office)
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- Onsite Inspector (Immediate/Emergent Concern):
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TBD
- Engineering Consultant Firm:
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RK&K, Newport News, VA.
- Engineering Consultant Project Lead:
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Stephanie Hood, PE
- Contractor:
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Bridgeman Civil
- Contractor Field Project Manager:
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Turk Greene
Smoke Testing Notice for York County - September 2025
--York County--
Smoke testing of the sanitary sewer system will take place in your neighborhood in September.
Testing in your neighborhood
between these dates:
September 15 – September 30
(This schedule is situation and weather dependent)
Construction Notice Update #5 for the City of Newport News - September 2025
--Notice of Night Work--
HRSD, your regional wastewater treatment utility, will be installing new sanitary sewer pipe behind the existing Lucas Creek Pump Station. This work should take place 24 hours/day, Monday – Friday.
Construction Notice Update #10 for the City of Norfolk - July 2025
--Hanover Pump Station Construction Work to Begin--
HRSD, your regional wastewater treatment utility, is starting a project in your neighborhood to replace the existing HRSD Hanover Avenue Pump Station that is nearing the end of its useful life. This replacement project will improve the sewer system’s performance and ensure continued, reliable sewer service in the future. This work should take place primarily between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Construction Notice Update #7 for the City of Norfolk - September 2025
--Utility Work to Continue--
HRSD, your regional wastewater treatment utility, will begin work to install a sanitary sewer pipeline along Fontainebleau Crescent. This work should take place primarily between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday – Friday.