The Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash and Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice S. Miller are proud to be restoring portions of the Oakland-Macomb Interceptor Drain Drainage District’s (OMIDDD) Northeast Sewage Pumping Station with some of the industry’s latest innovative pipe-lining technology. QuakeWrap’s Wet Layup Liner, a fiber-reinforced polymer, is estimated to save the project approximately $400,000 to rehabilitate four, 78-inch diameter pipes at the pump station.
“Everything we know about this innovative lining product proves it to be extraordinary when used for this pump station,” said Nash. “Its high quality will strengthen and restore current infrastructure, and the
ease of installation allows for faster construction time at a lower cost.”
“We’re excited about the use of QuakeWrap for this project as part of the ongoing, important renovations and upgrades of the Northeast Sewage Pumping Station. It will extend the life of the discharge pipes and serve the system users and ratepayers of Macomb and Oakland counties who are part of the Oakland-Macomb Interceptor district for a long time,” Miller said.
Famous for its lightweight, corrosion resistant technology, this product has received accolades for its strength and durability over time, not to mention, its contribution to reduced construction time. This carbon and glass fiber liner proved to be a lasting decision as OMIDDD was offered a 10-year warranty, including labor. The liner is leading the way in pipeline rehabilitation and Nash is enthusiastic to be among the first in the region to use this material to restore the interior wall of sewer pipes.
After the sewage flow was shut off and the prep work complete, crews successfully sealed and lined the pump discharge pipe in a matter of days, which saved on the project schedule and cost. As part of the 10-year warranty, OMIDDD will continue to monitor the infrastructure every two years to ensure the intended liner performance.
The Northeast Sewage Pump Station is a part of the Oakland-Macomb Interceptor Drain which conveys sewage from 23 communities in Macomb and Oakland counties that comprise the Oakland-Macomb Interceptor Drain Drainage District. In an effort to restore acceptable functionality and reliability to station operations while saving time and money, the Drainage District’s Board decided to rehabilitate and upgrade portions of the current infrastructure, such as the discharge piping, rather than demolish and replace the components individually.
The Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office is dedicated to protecting public health and safety, preserving natural resources and a healthy environment, maintaining reliable, high quality service, ensuring the value of investment and contributing to economic prosperity. It sets goals that encourage efforts to meet or exceed local, state and federal water quality standards, environmental regulations and safety requirements within our control. To learn more, visit www.oakgov.com/water.
