Blasting work for the Metropolitan Sewerage District (MSD) French Broad River Pump Station Project is set to begin on Wednesday, Sept. 17. The activity will focus on the Phase 1 river crossing at French Broad River Park and is expected to continue through the week, with the possibility of extending into the following week. During each blast, traffic in and around the area will be halted.
The Wilma Dykeman Greenway will close this week as part of the project. A detour will be in place, and the closure is expected to last about four months while contractors clear and haul materials to construct Phase 2 of the river park crossing.
Additionally, Lyman Street’s southbound lane will face periodic temporary closures to allow for construction equipment and material staging.
According to project officials, these steps are necessary for keeping construction on schedule. Blasting is described as a critical phase in advancing the overall project.
Further details about the MSD French Broad River Pump Station Project can be found at https://msdbc.org/french-broad-river-pump-station-project/.
“Blasting for the Phase 1 French Broad River Park river crossing is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Sept. 17 and continue through the week, with possible activity into the following week. Traffic in and around the blasting area will be stopped during each blast.”
“The greenway closure and detour are expected to begin this week and will remain in place for approximately four months. The Contractor will begin clearing and hauling materials along the greenway to construct Phase 2 of the French Broad River Park crossing.”
“The southbound lane of Lyman Street will require periodic temporary closures for staging of construction equipment and materials.”
“The project remains on schedule, and blasting is a critical step to move construction forward.”
Learn more about the project here: MSD French Broad River Pump Station Project
