As of 10/8/2025
Update on the 18-Inch Diameter Force Main Replacement – Thank you for your patience.
Project is completed. The pipeline is fully installed.
Normal operations have resumed, and all 34 pumper trucks have been released. There has been no pumper truck activity in the past 24 hours
As of 10/6/2025
Return to normal operations has been confirmed and all pumper trucks have been released with no pumper truck activity within the past 12 hours.
As of 10/4/2025
The new force main is in service and flowing. We are now starting to check the system to confirm the return to normal operations.
As of 10/3/2025
Most of the tie-in work will be completed around 8 pm tonight. We are going to wait until tomorrow morning to activate the new force main so we can have lift station operators available to start checking the affected pump stations to make sure they are operating properly. If confirmed, we will release about ½ have of the pumper trucks and keep the other ½ for another 24 hours just to make sure we have available resources should any problems develop during this time
As of 10/2/2025
Cathcart Construction is working on completing the tie-ins for the new force main to the old force main and this should be completed by tomorrow, 10/3/25 (day 22). We will make sure that all affected wastewater pump stations are working properly before canceling tanker services. Site restoration work will continue into next week.
As 09/25/2025
Update 9/18/2025
important Update on Wastewater Pipeline Repair
Last Friday, a major wastewater pipeline in Sanford failed and needs to be replaced. Crews are currently installing about 4,000 feet of new pipe using directional drilling.
What this means:
If you spot sewage pumper trucks in the area, don’t worry! They’re working hard to maintain service while the new pipeline is being installed.
📅 Starting Friday, September 19, A road closure will begin Friday, September 19 on Country Club Road in front of The Father’s Table to allow construction to move forward.
✅ Rest assured, the School Board and emergency services have already been notified to ensure everyone stays informed and safe during this time.
Thank you for your understanding and patience!
Areas that may be affected:
Pinecrest
Hidden Lakes
Placid Lakes Townhomes
Sanford Plaza
Sonny’s Restaurant
Mariner’s Village Apartments
Chase Groves
Work is happening as quickly as possible but will continue through next week.
Thank you for your patience as we complete this important repair to keep our city’s wastewater system running safely and reliably
