When the Sanitary Board for the City of Charleston, West Virginia, identified the need to strengthen a critical wastewater force main crossing beneath the Elk River, B&N was engaged to support targeted improvements that would enhance system reliability and reduce operational risk at the Virginia Street Lift Station.
Under a general engineering services agreement, B&N provided engineering services to support the installation and upgrade of multiple system components. Work included installing approximately 380 linear feet of 18-inch force main using an open-cut method beneath the Elk River, along with construction of a new receiving structure on the west side of the river. These elements were designed to improve the integrity of the river crossing and ensure seamless integration with the existing system.
Improvements within the Virginia Street Lift Station focused on operational efficiency and long-term maintainability. B&N supported valve installations and replacement of the pump header at the lowest level of the lift station, along with miscellaneous site improvements and necessary appurtenant work to complete the system upgrades.
The Virginia Street Force Main Improvements enhance the reliability of wastewater conveyance across a critical river crossing and support more efficient lift station operations. The project reflects B&N’s commitment to delivering practical, well-engineered solutions that protect essential infrastructure and serve the long-term needs of the Charleston community.