GREAT NEWS!
DONICA ROAD SEWER EXTENSION IS NOW OPERATIONAL! 

After months of construction and challenges along the way, we're excited to announce that the new Donica Road pump station is officially up and running! This marks a major milestone for the project and an important investment in our community's wastewater infrastructure. 💧
WHAT'S NEXT FOR PROPERTY OWNERS? Before property connections begin, the District will:

• Finalize project costs and account for grants and funding contributions
• Send property owners written notification of their proposed assessments
• Hold a public hearing to explain assessments, answer questions, and hear from property owners
• Information about assessment financing options will also be provided

IS CONSTRUCTION FINISHED? Almost! Some final grading, landscaping, restoration, and cleanup remain. Crews may still be working in the area, but the sewer system is operational.

A HEARTFELT THANK YOU  Thank you to Albanese D&S, Woodard & Curran, our subcontractors, funding partners, and dedicated District employees for their hard work. Most importantly, thank you to the Donica Road residents and businesses for your patience and understanding throughout this project!
STAY TUNED! Property owners will receive additional information about assessments and the connection process.

This project is an important investment in reliable wastewater service, groundwater protection, and the future of our community!

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The Donica Road Sewer Extension Project is nearing completion, and we appreciate the community’s continued patience as we work through the final steps of the project.

Unfortunately, an outstanding contractual matter related to the electrical work has delayed the electrical inspection needed to establish permanent power and move forward with the pump station startup. The District is actively working with the project team and contractor to resolve this matter and keep the project moving forward.

While this is being addressed, we are continuing with other important closeout activities. Next Tuesday, representatives of the District and project team will be walking the construction area to identify any remaining items that need to be completed or corrected before final acceptance. Residents may see us inspecting paved areas, restored properties, and other portions of the project. This is a normal part of the construction closeout process and helps ensure the completed work meets the District’s expectations.

We understand that residents are eager to see this project completed, and we share that goal. We are working diligently to complete the remaining requirements, establish permanent power, and bring the pump station into service as soon as possible.

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding throughout this project. We will provide another update when we have meaningful progress to report.

York Sewer District is committed to clear communications and project transparency.  For questions about the Donica Road project, process, construction phases or to learn more about how to connect your property to the new sewer extension, visit us online at yorksewerdistrict.org or email our team today. As always, we appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work nears completion. Thank you.

DONICA ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE The Donica Road project continues to move closer to completion, with much of the recent activity focused on cleanup, paving, electrical work, and restoration. Richardson electric was onsite continuing work on the pump station electrical system, including pulling wire and working on the automatic transfer switch, which brings us closer to being ready for permanent power and pump station startup.

KEY MILESTONE Albanese’s paving and cleanup crew returned last Friday and completed additional restoration behind Camden Bank and in the Meadowbrook area. Approximately 122 square yards of pavement was placed.

WHERE WE ARE NOW Most of the physical construction is complete, and the project is largely down to electrical completion, permanent power, startup and testing; as well as final cleanup and grading at the pump station site, and punch-list items. We currently have a tentative pump station startup date of October 13th, but that date depends on CMP completing the permanent electrical service.

Residents may still see crews at the pump station completing final grading, cleanup, and site restoration while the electrical work moves forward. The good news is that the heavy construction that affected Donica Road for much of the project is essentially behind us, and the remaining work should generally be much less disruptive.

COMMUNICATIONS We will continue to provide updates at key final milestones. For questions, please contact our Administration Office:

CALL  207-363-4232 
EMAIL  support@yorksewerdistrict.org

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There is no current update for the project as the contractors are still waiting upon CMP to do their work before they can continue.  The District will send an update as soon as we hear anything. Thank you.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE

Here’s a summary of the work completed August 31- September 4 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week was relatively quiet from a construction standpoint. Albanese completed several remaining mechanical items, including installation of the air release valve near the Eldredge Drive area and additional valve and connection work at the Meadowbrook North vault.

PUMP STATION The biggest issue right now is getting permanent power to the pump station. Richardson Electric is awaiting final electrical components needed to finish its work. Once those components arrive, they can complete the wiring and have the installation inspected. Once inspection is complete, CMP must make the final connection and energize the new electrical service, then we can power up the pumps and controls and begin startup and operational testing.

KEY MILESTONE:

The gravity sewer, force main, pump station wet well, pumps, valve vaults and the majority of the underground piping are installed. The new force main has successfully passed pressure testing, and much of Donica Rd has been restored and paved.

FIELD ISSUES

CMP continues to be a challenge with getting a firm schedule. The District and our contractors will continue pushing for a firm commitment, but once our electrical work is complete and inspected, the timing of CMP’s final connection is largely outside of our control

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY

As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR SEPTEMBER 8-11

Electrical work will continue. If the site appears quiet, it does not mean the project has stalled- we are simply waiting on steps that must occur in sequence before the pump station can be placed into operation

SCHEDULE

We will continue to keep everyone updated as we get firmer dates, particularly for permanent power and the remaining paving.

Here’s a summary of the work completed August 24–28 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week, the project continued moving through the final stages of major construction, with significant progress on the pump station and manhole/sewer main testing. Crews also began construction of a new 6-inch gravity sewer main behind Camden National Bank and finished by the end of the week.

PUMP STATION Albanese continued grading and installation of the gravel base and constructed the concrete pad for the new standby generator. Richardson Electric also continued electrical work associated with the pump station, including installation of the grounding system and final underground conduits.

KEY MILESTONE: Successful pressure testing of the new 4-inch force main.

FIELD ISSUES Crews encountered several existing utilities that were either inaccurately marked or not previously documented, including water, propane, electrical, drainage, and other utility lines. One water service was damaged during excavation but was immediately repaired, and the affected facilities were flushed and returned to normal operation the same day.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AUGUST 31–SEPTEMBER 4 The remaining work will increasingly focus on completion and startup of the new pump station, final electrical work, site grading and restoration, roadway work, and development of the final project punch list. We will also be coordinating with the Town regarding the remaining reclaiming and paving work on Donica Rd.

SCHEDULE The project has come a long way since construction began, and we are now approaching the point where the focus shifts from installing major infrastructure to completing, testing, restoring, and preparing the new system for operation.

Here’s a summary of the work completed August 17–21 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week significant progress was made of the Donica Road Pump Station, as the project moves further into electrical, testing, and site restoration phases.  

• Both new pumps have now bee nisntalled in the wet well. 
• Richardson Electric working throughout the week installing electrical conduit between the new utility service, generator and automatic transfer switch location, pump station, valve vault, and other associated equipoment.
• Much of this work is now underground and has been inspected as required.  Crews also completed the mechanical piping within the new valve vault and coordinated with YSD and the property owners as connections were made to the existing system.

FORCE MAIN Crews completed the remaining 4-inch force main installation and conenction to the new valuve vault at the existing meadowbrook south pump station. The new force main has been filled and brought up to pressure in preparation for pressure testing.

LOAMING AND SEEDING Albanese loamed and seeded the areas disturbed by the individual sewer service installations this pst week.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR AUGUST 24–28  Testing of the new force main will continue this week along with additional electrical and pump station work. Crews will also continue working toward completion of the remaining site improvements necessary before the new pump station can be tested and placed into operation.

SCHEDULE  The project has reached the point where much of the major underground construction is behind us, the focus will shift toward:

• Electrical work
• Testing
• Final connections
• Restoration

We continue to make steady progress to get the new system placed into service.

Here’s a summary of the work completed August 10–14 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week significant progress was made of the Donica Road Pump Station, with much of the major underground mechanical work now coming together:

• The new pump station valve vault was installed and outfitted with the piping, isolation valves, and flow meter that will ultimately control and monitor flow from the new station.  
• Manhole 1405 was reinstalled and connected to the new gravity sewer system, followed by installation of the final gravity sewer connection between manhole 1405 and the pump station wet well.  With this work complete, the gravity sewer is now physically connected to the new pump station.
• Assembly of the permanent pump station equipment, including the pump base elbows, discharge piping, force main piping and guide rails were done.  New pumps and other major pump station components have also been delivered to the site.

FORCE MAIN Crews completed the connections for both the new 4-inch force main and the future 6-inch force main at the valve vault inside the wet well.  

KEY MILESTONE: Site restoration continued as deep excavations around pump station were backfilled and compacted.  Crews also began bringing the site up to its proposed final grade and installing gravel for the pump station driveway.

LOAMING AND SEEDING Final loaming and seeding of areas disturbed by the individual sewer service installations is planned for late August. Waiting until later in the summer should provide better growing conditions and improve the establishment of new grass.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AUGUST 17–21 Work will continue on assembly of the pump station equipment, with electrical work scheduled to begin this week. Construction will also continue on the remaining force main connection behind Meadowbrook Plaza and other work necessary to prepare the new pump station for testing and eventual startup.

SCHEDULE There is still work to complete before the new sewer system can be placed into service, but the project continues to make substantial progress as the major components of the new pump station are installed and connected.

Here’s a summary of the work completed August 3–7 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week crews reclaimed and paved the sewer trench from the upper end of Donica down toward the pump station area. For now, the roadway restoration consists primarily of paving the areas disturbed by construction rather than repaving the entire width of Donica. This is intentional. The Town would like the reconstructed trenches to go through at least one freeze-and-thaw cycle before determining whether full-width paving is appropriate. The 500 ft section at the lower end of Donica between Route 1 and Eldredge driveway still requires additional work and will be reclaimed and paved later in the project.

PUMP STATION WORK Construction continued at the new pump station. Helical piles were installed to provide additional foundation support for the new valve vault. Crews also constructed reinforced concrete foundations that will support these structures. This work is part of the additional measures being taken to provide a stable foundation in the soft clay conditions encountered in this area.

KEY MILESTONE Albanese began roadway restoration and paving along Donica Road.

FIELD ISSUES Residents may notice that some areas disturbed for individual sewer service connections have not yet received final loam and seed. This work is intentionally being scheduled for late August to provide better conditions for establishing new grass rather than attempting to seed during the hottest part of summer.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AUGUST 10–14 Albanese plans to reinstall manhole 1405 and reconnect it to the new 8-inch gravity sewer, install the pump station valve vault, and remove the remaining temporary excavation support systems. Crews will then return to Meadowbrook Plaza to complete the remaining 4-inch force main and connection work.

SCHEDULE Construction continues to stay on schedule

Here's the summary of work completed July 27–31 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week construction efforts continued behind Meadowbrook Plaza as crews advanced installation of the new 4-inch HDPE force main connecting the Donica Road pump station to the existing sewer system.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION 450 linear feet of force main was installed during the week, bringing this portion of the project significantly closer to completion.

KEY MILESTONE Temporary steel sheet piling surrounding the new pump station wet well was completely removed, marking the successful completion of another major construction milestone.

FIELD ISSUES As anticipated construction behind Meadowbrook Plaza encountered shallow ledge requiring several days of controlled blasting. During excavation crews also encountered an undocumented 2-inch low pressure sewer force main sewer force main serving Meadowbrook Plaza’s north pump station. The line was repaired and working closely with York Sewer District and property representatives, the system was tested and returned to normal operation.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR AUGUST 3–7 Crews are expected to begin final cleanup and roadway preparation with paving operations scheduled to begin shortly thereafter. Force main installation will continue toward the existing value vault while the project team coordinates the remaining pump station work.

SCHEDULE Construction continues to stay on schedule.

Here's the summary of work completed July 20–24 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week construction efforts focused on the new pump station and force main, marking another major step toward completing the sewer extension project. Crews successfully completed the wet well exfiltration test, which confirmed the structure is watertight and meets project specifications.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Construction progressed on the new 4-inch force main connecting the pump station to the existing sewer system. Approximately 575 linear feet of force main was installed, including the air/vacuum release structure near Eldredge driveway.

KEY MILESTONE Successfully completed the exfiltration test for the wet well.

FIELD ISSUES No field issues this past week.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR JULY 27–31
Crews will continue completing the force main installation, finish construction of the air/vacuum release structure, continue backfilling around the pump station, and proceed with the remaining pump station construction activities.

SMALL AMOUNT OF BLASTING MAY OCCUR BEHIND MEADOWBROOK PLAZA AREA

SCHEDULE Construction continues to stay on schedule.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE
Here's the summary of work completed July 13–17 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week marked another significant milestone for the Donica Road sewer extension project as construction advanced on both the gravity sewer and the new pump station.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Crews continued installing the final section of the 8-inch gravity sewer toward Route 1. By the end of the week, only a short section of gravity sewer remained to complete the mainline installation. Additional sewer service connections were also installed for properties on Donica Road and Route 1.

KEY MILESTONE Installation of the new pump station wet well. Contractor successfully placed the wet well base and riser sections into the previously prepared excavation. This represents one of the most significant milestones of the project to date.

FIELD ISSUES No field issues this past week.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR JULY 20–24 Crews expect to complete the remaining gravity sewer installation, continue work on the pump station, and perform additional testing of the wet well and recently installed sewer infrastructure.

SCHEDULE Construction continues to stay on schedule.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE Here’s a summary of the work completed July 6–10 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week, steady progress was made on the final section of gravity sewer between Donica Road and the future pump station. Controlled blasting was conducted to remove the remaining rock within the trench. Project testing continued as well. Pressure testing of the newly installed gravity sewer was successfully completed, with all sections passing. Mandrel testing identified two isolated areas that require additional investigation and minor corrective work before they are retested. These issues are common during construction quality control and are being addressed before final acceptance of the sewer system.

Crews also coordinated with utility contractors to install the permanent electrical service for the future pump station and made minor field adjustments to one future sewer service location to improve constructability while maintaining service to the property.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION 190 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer was installed between Donica Road and the future pump station.

KEY MILESTONE Helical piles were successfully installed for the future pump station wet well. In addition, structural steel beams were installed over the piles.

FIELD ISSUES Crews encountered a combination of soft clay, groundwater and ledge.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JULY 13–17 Crews expect to complete the remaining gravity sewer installation and begin installation of the pump station wet well. This marks another major transition in the project as construction shifts from the underground piping to the permanent pump station structure.

SCHEDULE Construction continues to stay on schedule.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE Here's the summary of the work completed June 29–July 3 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week, construction activities shifted from the gravity sewer main to the next major phase of the project: the Donica Rd pump station. Crews began preparing the pump station site by excavating for the wetwell and installing the steel pile support system that will allow for the deep excavation required to construct the new pump station.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION While pump station work was underway, Albanese continued installing sewer service laterals to properties along Donica Road. Additional services were completed for several homes, including the pressure sewer connection for 45 Donica Rd.

KEY MILESTONE Pump station phase has started

FIELD ISSUES During excavation for pump station, unexpected ground movement was observed around the sheeted excavation. As a precaution, work was immediately stopped, the excavation was secured, and the project team is evaluating the conditions before excavation resumes to make sure the work proceeds safely.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY As construction continues, residents should continue to expect weekday construction activities, construction equipment, and occasional temporary traffic impacts within the work zone.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR JULY 6–10 Work will focus on finalizing the pump station excavation approach, continuing sewer service installations, and completing the remaining gravity sewer connections associated with the pump station.

SCHEDULE With the gravity sewer main now complete, the project has entered its next major phase and continues to make steady progress towards completion.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE
Here’s a summary of the work completed June 22–26 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION This past week marked another major milestone for the Donica Road Project. Albanese completed installation of the gravity sewer main along Donica Rd. Crews installed the final section of 8-inch gravity sewer, completed manhole 1415, and began transitioning to installation of individual sewer service laterals to each property. In addition to the service installations, crews spent time preparing the future pump station site for the next phase of construction.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Crews installed more than 400 linear feet of new service piping with laterals extended to the edge of the public right-of-way for numerous properties. These service locations have been marked and secured for future connections when individual properties are ready to connect to the new sewer system.

KEY MILESTONE Final section of 8-inch gravity sewer has been completed.

FIELD ISSUES None

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Temporary road closures and motorists were occasionally directed to enter Donica Road from the opposite end of the work zone.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JUNE 29–JULY 3 Service installation will continue, access to homes will be maintained, although motorists may be directed to enter Donica Road from the opposite end of work zone and temporary road closures or delays may occur while trenches are excavated across the roadway.

SCHEDULE With the gravity sewer main now complete, the project has entered its next major phase and continues to make steady progress towards completion.

DONICA ROAD WEEKLY UPDATE
Here’s a summary of the work completed June 15–19 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Albanese continued making progress on Donica Rd, installing approximately 433 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer main completing manhole 1414. Crews also installed sewer service connections for numerous properties along the upper portion of Donica Rd and worked directly with several homeowners to confirm service locations and connection details. Construction activities also included repair of an existing cross drain discovered during excavation. The deteriorated drainage pipe was replaced to maintain roadway drainage and improve long-term reliability.

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATION As anticipated, portions of the week’s work encountered ledge conditions requiring controlled blasting operations. By the end of the week, crews had progressed through the ledge section and returned to more favorable excavation conditions, allowing production to increase significantly.

FIELD ISSUES Despite significant ledge conditions, crews made excellent progress and advanced through the ledge section returning to more favorable excavation conditions.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Brief road closures and blasting operations occurred. THIS WEEK residents should expect periods when portions of Donica Road may be temporarily inaccessible from one direction while service installations are underway. Access to homes will be maintained; however, residents may be asked to access the roadway from the opposite end of Donica Rd during active construction. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s collaboration.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JUNE 22–26 The gravity sewer main is now approaching the upper end of Donica Rd. Beginning this week, Albanese is expected to complete installation of the remaining gravity sewer, construct manhole 1415, and then transition into installation of sewer services to the property lines. To expedite this work, the contractor plans to utilize multiple service crews.

SCHEDULE
Construction is continuing to stay on track and according to schedule.

Here’s a summary of the work completed June 8–12 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Crews continued making significant progress along Donica Road, advancing the installation of the new gravity sewer main through one of the most challenging sections of the project. Crews worked closely with property owners to confirm the locations of future sewer service connections. The project team also continued documenting subsurface conditions, which have varied considerably between areas of ledge, boulders, cobbles, and sections of soft clay.

In addition, Solid Earth Technologies performed a test helical pile installation to support ongoing design work associated with the Donica Road pump station area. Results from the test installation will be used in conjunction with upcoming load testing and geotechnical evaluations.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Crews installed 347 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer, completed  manhole 1413, and installed multiple service connections that will serve existing and future lots along the roadway.

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS Controlled blasting operations were conducted throughout the week in coordination with Capital Drilling & Blasting to remove rock and allow the sewer installation to proceed. All blasting activities were monitored using seismic equipment, and vibration levels remained within allowable limits.

KEY MILESTONE: 347 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer main was installed, manhole 1413 was completed and multiple service connections were installed.

FIELD ISSUES

• Despite significant ledge conditions, crews made excellent progress.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY

• Brief road closures and blasting operations occurred.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JUNE 15–19

• Construction will continue further up Donica Road
• Continue to expect weekday construction activities, temporary road closures within the active work zone, construction equipment, steel plates, and occasional blasting operations as work advances
• Blasting will will continue throughout the week!

SCHEDULE Construction is continuing to stay on track and according to schedule. We appreciate everyone’s continued patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project continues to move forward.

Here’s a summary of the work completed June 1–5 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION A new manhole on Donica Rd was completed and several new service connections were installed which will serve existing and future properties along Donica Road.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Crews installed 250 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer main.

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS Controlled blasting operations were conducted throughout the week in coordination with Capital Drilling & Blasting. All blasting activities were monitored using seismic and audible monitoring equipment, and the work proceeded as planned.

KEY MILESTONE: 250 linear feet of new 8-inch gravity sewer main was installed.

FIELD ISSUES Despite significant ledge conditions, crews made excellent progress.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Brief road closures and blasting operations occurred.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JUNE 8–12

• Construction activities will continue this week along with temporary road closures within the active work zone.
• Access to homes and businesses will continue to be maintained throughout the construction process.
• Blasting will will continue throughout the week!

SCHEDULE Construction is continuing to stay on track and according to schedule.

Albanese is back on Donica Road this week.

Please note: Blasting will start today and will continue throughout the week for the pipe trench.

Crews have finished up on Route 1. Sewer main and manholes have been installed and paving is complete. Crews will be taking a 2 week pause as they head to another project. They will back on Donica Road on June 1st. Schedule continues to be on track.

Here’s a summary of the work completed May 4–8 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Crews continued utility installation operations on Route 1 in the vicinity of Donica Road and Anthony’s. Work included re-excavation and completion of 2 manholes, installation of associated 8” PVC gravity sewer and the 6” force main piping, installation of a new 6” PVC sewer service at Anthony’s and continued tie-in work at the directional drill receiving pit near Donica Road. Additional gravity sewer and force main piping were also installed between the Route 1 work area and Donica Road directional drill location.

KEY MILESTONES:

• Installation of 2 manholes on Route 1
• Installation of 8” gravity sewer and 6” force main
• Installation of 6” sewer service at Anthony’s
• Gravity sewer and force main were also installed between Route 1 and Donica Road.

FIELD ISSUES No field issues

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Traffic impacts were minimal and traffic control will continue during active construction operations. Motorists should continue to expect lane shifts, steel plates, uneven pavement, and minor delays in the work zone. Police details and traffic control personnel will remain onsite during active work hours to maintain safe traffic flow.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MAY 11–5
Beginning Tuesday, Albanese is expected to begin roadway preparation activities on Route 1, including milling and temporary surface preparation, with paving operations anticipated to follow and likely continue into Wednesday. A Wirtgen milling machine was delivered in preparation for this week.

Crews also plan to continue the installation of the 8” gravity sewer and 6” force main at Route 1 and Donica with the installation of another manhole anticipated later this week pending field conditions and coordination with the engineer.

SCHEDULE
Construction is continuing to stay on track and according to schedule.

Here’s a summary of the work completed April 27–May 1 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Crews continued installation of the new sewer main and service wyes on Donica Road including related service connections between Manhole 1410 and Manhole 1411.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Conditions have been favorable, with dry and gravelly soils, though some areas included weathered ledge, isolated groundwater seepage at depth, several boulders requiring removal, and multiple water services that were pneumatically exposed and coordinated with York Water District.

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS No update given this week.

KEY MILESTONE:
Several service wyes were installed for Donica Road properties. Service wyes were installed for lots 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25.

FIELD ISSUES Storm Drain Culvert. A deteriorated 15-inch storm drain culvert was uncovered, found to be partially corroded, removed, and temporarily repaired with sleeved 8-inch PVC. York Public Works was notified.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Traffic impacts were minimal with no police details required during this phase. “Road Closed” signage continues to be in place, limiting through traffic while maintaining local access.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MAY 4–8 Crews have mobilized back to Route 1 to complete installation of that portion of the sewer. This work is expected to take approximately 2–3 weeks, including paving.

SCHEDULE
Construction is continuing to stay on track and according to schedule.

Here’s a summary of the work completed April 20—24 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Crews advanced installation of the new sewer main up Donica Rd including installation of several manholes. Crews have also been meeting directly with property owners to confirm service connection locations. This includes adjustments to better align with existing septic systems and services, helping to make future connections as straightforward as possible.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Conditions have been favorable, with dry and gravelly soils, though some areas included weathered ledge and previously disturbed material around existing utilities. The Team has been working closely with the York Water District to safely cross and protect water lines as installation progresses.

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS Drilling and blasting preparation has now been completed along Donica Road and in the areas behind Meadowbrook Plaza and along Eldredge Drive. Crews encountered some ledge and large boulders along the route, which were removed as needed to maintain progress.

KEY MILESTONE:
Daily progress has ranged from roughly 60 to over 120 feet of new sewer main installed on Donica Rd.
Successful installation of new sewer main completing multiple sections of pipe and installation of several manholes.

FIELD ISSUES Manholes on Route 1 The manholes planned for Route 1 are still being finalized from an engineering standpoint to ensure they are constructed on a stable and reliable bases. Once that design is confirmed, crews will return to Route 1 to complete that portion of the work.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY Traffic impacts were minimal with no police details required during this phase. “Road Closed” signage continues to be in place, limiting through traffic while maintaining local access.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR APRIL 27–MAY 1
Crews plan to continue south along Donica Road and will keep coordinating with residents as crews approach individual properties.

Here’s a summary of the work completed April 13-17 on the Donica Road sewer project:

INSTALLATION Crews advanced installation north on Route 1, completing additional sections of gravity sewer and force main, as well as continued preparation for upcoming trenching and blasting operations on Donica Road.

EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Subsurface conditions remain consistent with prior observations, including layers of pavement and granular fill overlying marine clay. Based on these conditions, the project team is coordinating with Woodard & Curran, S.W. Cole, and the contractor on the final design approach for the manholes. A proposal for helical pile support at these structures is currently under review

DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS Pre-drilling activities continued along Donica Road.

KEY MILESTONE:

Successful installation of gravity sewer between 2 manholes on Route 1 north of the culvert

Placement and successful testing of one of the new manholes was done following field adjustments.  Roadway subbase reconditioning in previously installed areas was done as well.

FIELD ISSUES

• A mis-marked utility was struck during pre-drilling; the affected water service was repaired and restored the same day in coordination with the York Water District.
• A deteriorated cross drain was identified and temporarily replaced, with follow-up coordination planned with the Town.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY

• Traffic impacts were minimal with only a slight lane shift in place; traffic continued to move smoothly through the area.
• Public-related safety incidents there were two public-safety incidents that occurred within the work zone.  Both were managed appropriately on site, with no injuries reported.  These incidents reinforce the importance of adhering to posted traffic controls and detour routes.
• All work areas were secured and plated at the end of each day to maintain safe conditions for both traffic and pedestrians

WHAT’S NEXT FOR APRIL 20-24

Crews plan to continue advancing along Donica Road while coordination continues on the manhole foundation approach. The contractor is scheduled to be off Monday.

Blasting notices will be provided in advance via email, yorksewerdistrict.org and on YSD’s Instagram and Facebook.

York Sewer District is committed to clear communications and project transparency.  For questions about the Donica Road project, process, construction phases or to learn more about how to connect your property to the new sewer extension, visit us online at yorksewerdistrict.org or email our team today. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work continues.

KEY MILESTONE:  Successful installation of sewer pipes beneath the large culvert near Route 1

The team installed the pipes through protective sleeves instead of excavating under the culvert—which could have posed additional risk. The sleeve technology process minimized disruption and helped keep the project on schedule.

TRAFFIC AND SAFETY

• Traffic impacts were minimal with only a slight lane shift in place; traffic continued to move smoothly through the area
• All work areas were secured and plated at the end of each day to maintain safe conditions for both traffic and pedestrians

Here’s the summary of the work completed April 6–13 on the Donica Road sewer project:

• INSTALLATION Crews continued installing the new sewer infrastructure near Route 1, focusing on the area between manholes and working both north and south along the alignment. This included installation of gravity sewer pipe and force main, as well as preparation for upcoming trenching and blasting operations further up Donica Road.
• Toward the end of the week, crews observed some settlement at one of the installed manholes. Engineers and geotechnical specialists are evaluating the area and developing a long-term solution before work continues in that section.
• EXCAVATION AND PIPE INSTALLATION Crews began near the southern portion of the project and, as work progressed, they encountered challenging subsurface conditions, including areas of clay and groundwater. These conditions required additional support measures and careful installation techniques to ensure long-term stability of the system.
• DRILLING AND BLASTING PREPARATIONS Crews were onsite performing subsurface probing and beginning preparations for controlled blasting. This work helps identify ledge and allows the team to plan for safe and efficient trenching as the project advances.

York Sewer District is committed to clear communications and project transparency. For questions about the Donica Road project, process, construction phases or to learn more about how to connect your property to the new sewer extension, email our team today visit us online at yorksewerdistrict.org

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work continues.