Crews frame out final influent channel and grit chamber walls
NEW UPDATE: Wastewater Wednesdays!
Last week, interior drywall work continued inside the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) building, bringing us closer to a fully functional operations hub. In the main electrical and blower buildings, crews poured pedestal slabs to support future switchgear and high-voltage breaker panels. Progress also advanced on the discharge header of the Groundwater Storage Tank (GST) pumps, which will carry treated effluent to the reuse storage tank before final disposal. New aerial photos provide a clear view of how close we are to completing this major milestone.
On the conveyance side, the force main was successfully flushed and pressure tested. Crews are now focused on restoration efforts and preparing for final connection to the existing system.
This week, we finally get a look into the headworks structure as crews frame out the final influent channel and grit chamber walls. The last of the major concrete pours is expected to wrap up next month. The disinfection facility canopy is now fully roofed, coated, and ready for service. Meanwhile, masonry crews have been refining the exterior finish and completing final cleanup before moving inside.
North and south tie-ins have been completed. Crews are preparing for the final force main connection, while restoration continues with curb and sidewalk installation, grading, and sod preparation.
Each step brings us closer to a stronger, smarter, and more sustainable future for Fort Pierce. FPUA is proud to lead this important work through thoughtful planning and long-term solutions.
As always, we’d like to thank all of our partners, contractors, vendors, and crews who are helping us deliver this important project to our customers! FPUA is grateful for this project with industry leaders Globaltech, Inc., Haskell and Hazen, the site designers and build team; TLC Diversified, Inc., re-routing the conveyance system to redirect wastewater flows away from the Indian River Lagoon; Kimley-Horn, the conveyance system designers, and the sub-contractors working so hard to keep this project safe and on schedule.
We are also thankful for the partnership with the City of Fort Pierce in this infrastructure improvement effort that will benefit the Fort Pierce community for generation
Take a virtual tour of the new Mainland Wastewater Reclamation Facility at:
https://www.sustainablesewer.net/videos
Thank you as always for your support and interest!
