The project consists of replacement of 4,900 linear feet of 15" sanitary sewer with 18" pipe along Commonwealth Drive, Darrell Shell Park, Merriman Rd, and Starkey Park.  Currently, construction is ongoing, with the contractor continuing to install the new sewer main and complete restoration work along parts of the
project route.

The project completion date is TBD.

Prior to construction the contractor, EC Pace, will have surveyors on the project site staking the new sanitary sewer line alignment. Utility location staff will also mark existing water, sewer, electric, and communication lines in preparation for construction activities to begin.

1. Initial Excavation:  The Contractor will mobilize and excavate a trench for the new sewer pipe.

2. Pipe Installation:  The Contractor will install new sewer pipe in the trench.

3. Trench Backfill:  The Contractor will place stone/soil material in the trench around the sewer pipe and compact up to original grade.

4. Paving Patch:  The Contractor will patch any trench where cuts are made in the asphalt with a temporary base asphalt mix and at the end of the project final asphalt restorations will be completed if required by the locality. In some cases, the local agency (VDOT or locality) will have plans to mill and pave themselves.

5. Final Restorations:  Restoration of the project will be addressed as construction efforts are completed and in coordination with weather conditions. Contractor will be required to come back to re-seed and grade (if necessary) within one year of project completion.

Q: Will I be notified before construction begins?

A: Yes. There will be multiple communication efforts between design and the beginning of construction. Information will be available on the WVWA webpage and also provided through the automated phone system.  

 Q: Will my driveway be accessible during construction?

A: Yes. We will be providing access to driveways through the duration of the project. We will work with property owners and businesses to coordinate the work schedule to meet your travel needs.

 Q: Will I lose service during the construction?

A: Our plan includes installation of the new line while leaving the existing system in place. There may be short periods of service interruption in the event that the existing system is damaged: however, providing continuous service throughout the construction phase is our goal. You will be notified of any planned or unplanned disruption in service via the automated phone system.  

Q: Is there anything that I will see that could be confusing?

A: During construction, a new service line will be installed next to the old one. You will still be on the current system until the project is fully complete. In some cases, there can be 30-60 days between service install and the switch to a new system.

 Q: How will restoration / repairing damage to grass be handled?

A: Any alteration to your property will be restored as soon as possible based on the project schedule. There will be WVWA representatives on site to communicate with property owners about when the restoration will occur and to address any questions that you may have about the project. Contact information for WVWA representatives will be communicated before work begins.

 Q: Will travel be impacted (cars and or school buses)?

A: A Maintenance of Traffic plan will be developed by WVWA to provide constant travel access in the project area throughout the duration of the project. Maintaining school bus pick-up and drop-off routes and schedules will be a priority.