Project Limits
- Orkney Street from Sunset to Culver
- Culver Street from Orkney to Orkney
- Fountain Street from Culver to 200 feet west
- Huron View Boulevard from North Main Street to 200 feet west of the cul-de-sac.
Timeline
Design: Fall 2023
Bidding: Winter 2024
Construction: Late April–November 2024 Detailed schedule coming soon
Current Project Engagement Opportunities
Why is this work being done?
The existing water main beneath these streets is undersized and will be replaced with a new 8-inch water main. New fire hydrants will be installed to increase fire suppression coverage. Individual pressure reducing valves (PRVs) in the area will not be affected, and will still be needed.
Since the current road condition does not qualify for resurfacing, only the curb and asphalt that is removed for the water main will be replaced. After the project, a surface treatment will be applied to the entire road to achieve a uniform look and smoother ride. The surface treatment is currently planned for Spring of 2025 through the annual Preventive Maintenance Program.
Water Main Consolidation and Road Resurfacing
The two existing 16-inch water mains will be consolidated to one, larger water main. Individual pressure reducing valves (PRVs) in the area will not be affected, and will still be needed. The entire road within the project limits above will be resurfaced with new asphalt. Some curb and driveway approaches will be replaced as needed for water main installation and paving.
Possible impacts during construction
The streets will be closed to through traffic during construction. Residential and business access will be maintained but may include delays during working hours. Cross street traffic will be maintained as much as possible.
Water service will be interrupted for short durations during water main installation. Planned disruptions will be limited, and residents will be informed in advance.
Water main breaks happen during construction, these are not planned therefore notifications are not possible. The breaks will be repaired, and water service will be restored as soon as possible.
General noise and dust from equipment, particularly during site excavation.
Relocation and the addition of new fire hydrants may change or eliminate some on-street parking along the streets.
Construction notifications, with an estimated schedule, will be delivered prior to construction.
Funding
Orkney and Culver water main installation, necessary curb replacement, and asphalt paving will be paid from Water Funds.
The surface treatment applied after the project will be paid for by road funds.
Huron View water main installation will be paid from Water Funds.
Repaving will be paid for by Resurfacing Fund.
No funding directly from residents will be required for this project.
