This project is a necessary part of the larger program to reduce sanitary sewage overflows during rainstorms, replace the existing 70+ year old pipeline that has reached the end of its useful service life, and relocate it to accommodate HRSD’s new pump station and Hampton University development. This project will provide updated infrastructure that will help ensure HRSD’s ability to protect public health and the environment for decades to come.

Several alignment options were analyzed during the study phase and evaluated based on cost, disruption to everyday life, constructability, and accessibility for future operations and maintenance. At the completion of the study, this location was deemed the best alternative. The selected corridors are well-established utilities corridors with room for continued utilization.

A primary concern with this project is the disruption of traffic. However, a comprehensive traffic control plan has been developed to provide safe working areas while limiting traffic disruptions. Most of the pipe installation will be accomplished using conventional excavation. Due to the size of the excavation required to install the pipe, this will generally mean the closure of travel lanes or detouring. Flagging will be used where necessary to help direct traffic.

Work hours vary based on the work area location and City of Hampton requirements and include the following: 
Settlers Landing lane closures: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
Settlers Landing westbound detour (full closure): 24-hour work allowable December through January
On Hampton University Streets: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am during summer break between Commencement and fall semester
Emancipation Drive: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 6:00 am with flagging for lane closure
Woodland Road: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm - 6:00 am with no work between Memorial Day and Labor Day
West County Street: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; 7:00 pm - 6:00 am for flagging operations
All other parts of the work: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm 

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.

There may be instances when sewer lateral pipes or water service lines need to be relocated to eliminate a conflict with the proposed pipeline. In these cases, you may be temporarily without water or sewer service while the work on the sewer laterals or water service lines is being performed. The contractor will notify you in advance of this work, so you can plan appropriately. Disruptions are typically restored within hours.

Where new pipelines are installed, asphalt, curb, gutters, driveway aprons, and grass will be removed and then restored upon completion of the project.

The typical construction noises such as construction equipment engines, back-up alarms, materials being delivered, diesel generators, air compressors, sheet pile driving, sawing, etc. should be anticipated at the active construction area. During construction, the contractor will be required to keep the roadways and storm drains free of dirt and other debris. They will also apply water to the site and vehicles leaving the site as needed to minimize dust.

The contractor will store equipment and materials within storage yards identified by the contractor. Some equipment may be stored within the active work zone and public right-of way.

Construction workers will not be allowed to park their personal vehicles on private property. Work trucks will be allowed to park within the active work zone.

The estimated cost for the project is $14.8 million and is financed by the wastewater treatment fees paid by HRSD customers.

At the Hampton River crossing, the new pipeline will be installed by "trenchless methods". This will involve drilling a new pipeline under the river without disturbing the river. HRSD has acquired the necessary environmental permits to perform this work.

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.