US 31 (Division Street) Watermain Replacement

The US 31 Watermain Lining Project was was identified as a need prior to 2018. The project includes rehabilitating approximately 3,400 feet of existing 12-inch cast iron water main with cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) with a Class IV structural-rated liner along Division Street from 14th Street to the City limits south of Fitzhugh Drive.  This segment of 48-year-old cast iron water main has experienced degradation from corrosive soils which is damaging the pipe exterior. 

Due to the urgency to address long-term corrosion of a significant segment of 12-inch water main due to corrosive soil conditions, the nature of the unique project site (wetlands), less disruption to water customers, and shorter project time frame and cost savings over conventional water main replacement methods, the project aims to enhance the structural integrity and longevity of the water main system in that area.

Construction for this project began September 16, 2024 and is anticipated to be complete by November 8, 2024, weather permitting.

Funding

The project cost of $1,750,000 includes a 10% contingency and will be funded by the Water Fund.