Emergency - 10" Sewer Force Main Repair- new event near Western Branch water tank

The City of Chesapeake is seeking emergency repair services for a 10" Sewer Force Main located behind the Western Branch water tank near I-664. The repair services include shutting down four pump stations. The work requires large, specialized equipment that the City does not possess, and the critical nature and location of the work exceeded the City's in-house capabilities. • The repair is for a 10" Ductile Iron (DI) main. • The work requires shutting down four pump stations. • The City forces were able to mobilize and pump and haul the four pump stations referenced. • The repairs were completed within 15 hours. • The significant leak posed an immediate public health and safety risk, necessitating urgent action.