Project overview
Project description
The City of Ottawa is undertaking the design for the replacement of watermain infrastructure in two locations in the community of Bells Corners.
The Northside and Robertson Watermain Reconfiguration Project involves the replacement of two sections of Large Diameter Watermain (LDWM) and an inoperable valve. The project is being undertaken to improve system functionality and maintain water quality.
The project has two sites, scope listed below:
Site 1 - Northside Road from Cassidy Road to Foothills Drive: Approximately 380 m of 1220 mm LDWM will be replaced with 300 mm watermain. This section of the work will include full width resurfacing (mill and pave).
Site 2 - Robertson Road from Timberview Way to 55 m east of Mill Hill Road: Approximately 410 m of 1220 mm LDWM will be abandoned on the south side with approximately 100 m of 300 mm watermain installed on the north side. This section of the work will include trench reinstatement, full width resurfacing (mill and pave) is being scheduled through a separate project.
Project timing
Design: to be completed spring 2024
Construction start: expected to start in summer 2024, pending approvals including budget and overall construction coordination
Construction completion: to be determined
The timing for the project will be confirmed closer to construction.
Project budget
Approved project funds to date are $1,316,000.
Public engagement
In spring 2023, the City of Ottawa delivered a notice to affected residents regarding planned geotechnical investigation work.
The City of Ottawa will deliver a notice to affected residents regarding construction impacts prior to construction, anticipated in summer 2024.
Residents are encouraged to review the proposed work, provide comments, and ask questions at any time. Please direct questions to the city project manager listed in the contact section.
Accessibility
Accessibility is an important consideration for the City of Ottawa. The City makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require a disability-related accommodation, please contact the project team listed below. Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.
Safety
The City of Ottawa is committed to safety in and around project sites. The project team continues to work closely with the industry and to comply with recommendations provided by municipal, provincial and federal health officials, as well as the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
Contact information
For any emergency outside normal working hours on weekdays and weekends, call the City at 3-1-1.
Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact:
City Project Manager
Andrew Arseneault, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Infrastructure Projects
Infrastructure and Water Services, Design and Construction – Municipal
100 Constellation Drive, Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8
Tel: 613-315-4625
Consultant Project Manager
Jeremy Kearns
Robinson Consultants Inc.
210-350 Palladium Drive, Ottawa ON, K2V 1A8
Tel: 613-355-8275
Geotechnical investigation (June 2023)
In June, the City of Ottawa will undertake a geotechnical investigation in your neighbourhood. This work is being completed to determine the underground soil conditions to support the reconfiguration of the watermain on Robertson Road and on Northside Road. The construction phase of the project is tentatively scheduled to start in late 2023, subject to funding availability.
What: The work will involve the drilling of boreholes and obtaining soil samples for testing.
Why: This geotechnical investigation is needed to support the reconfiguration of the watermain.
When: The work is scheduled to take place during June 2023 and is expected to take 1-2 weeks to complete, subject to weather conditions.
Where:
- Robertson Road (west of Mill Hill Road)
- Northside Road (Foothills Drive to Cassidy Road)
Who: The City of Ottawa has retained GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists to undertake the geotechnical investigation work for the project.