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Abandonment of Bering and San Felipe Lift Stations

PROJECT NUMBER R-000536-0026

LOCATION Refer to project map

COUNCIL DISTRICT G

BUDGET $19,677,850

TYPE Wastewater

START Spring 2021

COMPLETION Spring 2024

DETAILS The project provides for the installation of new wastewater system lines and the abandonment of two lift stations. This project also provides the diversion of flow from the previous wastewater lines to the new wastewater lines.

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	What is the purpose of this project? The purpose of this project is to install a wastewater system ( ranging in size from *-inch to 18-inch) on Bering Drive, divert wastewater flows with 30-inch to 48-inch gravity lines on San Felipe Drive and Fountain View Drive, and decommission two Lift Stations.
	How long is this project going to take to complete? Approximately 25 months (765 calendar days). Work is scheduled to begin in Spring 2021 and is anticipated to be completed in Winter 2024. The project schedule depends upon weather conditions.

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PROJECT NUMBER R-000536-0026

LOCATION Refer to project map

COUNCIL DISTRICT G

BUDGET $19,677,850

TYPE Wastewater

START Spring 2021

COMPLETION Spring 2024

DETAILS The project provides for the installation of new wastewater system lines and the abandonment of two lift stations. This project also provides the diversion of flow from the previous wastewater lines to the new wastewater lines.

MAP

project map

	What is the purpose of this project? The purpose of this project is to install a wastewater system ( ranging in size from *-inch to 18-inch) on Bering Drive, divert wastewater flows with 30-inch to 48-inch gravity lines on San Felipe Drive and Fountain View Drive, and decommission two Lift Stations.
	How long is this project going to take to complete? Approximately 25 months (765 calendar days). Work is scheduled to begin in Spring 2021 and is anticipated to be completed in Winter 2024. The project schedule depends upon weather conditions.

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Share I am at a loss that repaving was not in the scope of work/bid. Bering Drive is not drivable and the work has made the street even worst! I had to have my suspension on my car replaced as a result of the street. This is not acceptable. Who do we talk to about this? on Facebook Share I am at a loss that repaving was not in the scope of work/bid. Bering Drive is not drivable and the work has made the street even worst! I had to have my suspension on my car replaced as a result of the street. This is not acceptable. Who do we talk to about this? on Twitter Share I am at a loss that repaving was not in the scope of work/bid. Bering Drive is not drivable and the work has made the street even worst! I had to have my suspension on my car replaced as a result of the street. This is not acceptable. Who do we talk to about this? on Linkedin Email I am at a loss that repaving was not in the scope of work/bid. Bering Drive is not drivable and the work has made the street even worst! I had to have my suspension on my car replaced as a result of the street. This is not acceptable. Who do we talk to about this? link

I am at a loss that repaving was not in the scope of work/bid. Bering Drive is not drivable and the work has made the street even worst! I had to have my suspension on my car replaced as a result of the street. This is not acceptable. Who do we talk to about this?

Beringresident asked 3 months ago

Ready...Set...ENGAGE!
We appreciate your support of the Abandonment of Bering and San Felipe Lift Stations project. The Contractor for this project states: The work along San Felipe St. is complete. The work along Fountain View Drive is complete. The work along Bering Drive is expected to take another six to seven weeks, with an estimated completion timeline of early April (Spring 2024). During this time, the newly installed piping system will undergo testing, and constituents can expect to see traffic control measures removed near the intersection of Bering and San Felipe in the coming weeks.
Share Hi. I would like to receive more detail about why the contractors are redoing a large amount of work that appeared previously done. The city update states ‘poor installation’ as the reason for redoing all of this. I have several questions about that. Is the contractor originally hired picking up the extra cost for fixing their bad work instead of the taxpayers?What was the cause of the poor installation and why was the poor installation not identified until almost all the work was done? I would expect oversight after the first installation section of work was completed instead of so late in the project. Lastly, is winter 2024 (Jan - March according to your website) still an accurate completion estimate? Anyone living on Bering could tell you the construction looks nowhere near complete. After several pushed-back completion dates you can understand why we are skeptical of that timeline. I hope you understand my concern as a resident who has been dealing with constant construction since I moved in 2.5 years ago and currently has a pile of rubble the size of a car in prime view of their living room. on Facebook Share Hi. I would like to receive more detail about why the contractors are redoing a large amount of work that appeared previously done. The city update states ‘poor installation’ as the reason for redoing all of this. I have several questions about that. Is the contractor originally hired picking up the extra cost for fixing their bad work instead of the taxpayers?What was the cause of the poor installation and why was the poor installation not identified until almost all the work was done? I would expect oversight after the first installation section of work was completed instead of so late in the project. Lastly, is winter 2024 (Jan - March according to your website) still an accurate completion estimate? Anyone living on Bering could tell you the construction looks nowhere near complete. After several pushed-back completion dates you can understand why we are skeptical of that timeline. I hope you understand my concern as a resident who has been dealing with constant construction since I moved in 2.5 years ago and currently has a pile of rubble the size of a car in prime view of their living room. on Twitter Share Hi. I would like to receive more detail about why the contractors are redoing a large amount of work that appeared previously done. The city update states ‘poor installation’ as the reason for redoing all of this. I have several questions about that. Is the contractor originally hired picking up the extra cost for fixing their bad work instead of the taxpayers?What was the cause of the poor installation and why was the poor installation not identified until almost all the work was done? I would expect oversight after the first installation section of work was completed instead of so late in the project. Lastly, is winter 2024 (Jan - March according to your website) still an accurate completion estimate? Anyone living on Bering could tell you the construction looks nowhere near complete. After several pushed-back completion dates you can understand why we are skeptical of that timeline. I hope you understand my concern as a resident who has been dealing with constant construction since I moved in 2.5 years ago and currently has a pile of rubble the size of a car in prime view of their living room. on Linkedin Email Hi. I would like to receive more detail about why the contractors are redoing a large amount of work that appeared previously done. The city update states ‘poor installation’ as the reason for redoing all of this. I have several questions about that. Is the contractor originally hired picking up the extra cost for fixing their bad work instead of the taxpayers?What was the cause of the poor installation and why was the poor installation not identified until almost all the work was done? I would expect oversight after the first installation section of work was completed instead of so late in the project. Lastly, is winter 2024 (Jan - March according to your website) still an accurate completion estimate? Anyone living on Bering could tell you the construction looks nowhere near complete. After several pushed-back completion dates you can understand why we are skeptical of that timeline. I hope you understand my concern as a resident who has been dealing with constant construction since I moved in 2.5 years ago and currently has a pile of rubble the size of a car in prime view of their living room. link

Hi. I would like to receive more detail about why the contractors are redoing a large amount of work that appeared previously done. The city update states ‘poor installation’ as the reason for redoing all of this. I have several questions about that. Is the contractor originally hired picking up the extra cost for fixing their bad work instead of the taxpayers?What was the cause of the poor installation and why was the poor installation not identified until almost all the work was done? I would expect oversight after the first installation section of work was completed instead of so late in the project. Lastly, is winter 2024 (Jan - March according to your website) still an accurate completion estimate? Anyone living on Bering could tell you the construction looks nowhere near complete. After several pushed-back completion dates you can understand why we are skeptical of that timeline. I hope you understand my concern as a resident who has been dealing with constant construction since I moved in 2.5 years ago and currently has a pile of rubble the size of a car in prime view of their living room.

wyatt730 asked 3 months ago

Ready, Set, ENGAGE!
We appreciate your inquiry about the ongoing Sanitary Sewer repairs on Bering Street, and we completely understand your concerns.

The contractor is indeed contractually obligated to rectify any subpar work at no additional cost to the City. The identification of deficiencies in the Sanitary Sewer relies on closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection, which was conducted after all work on Bering was completed. We acknowledge your skepticism, and we want to address the delay in the completion date.

The completion date was extended due to the need for necessary repairs. However, we assure you that the repairs are nearly complete. The contractor has initiated CCTV inspections on sections of the southern portion of the project, gaining a much clearer understanding of the outstanding work. We are working towards meeting the estimated completion date of Winter 2024.

Regarding the cause of the poor installation, we are currently investigating this matter. The original contractor is responsible for covering any extra costs associated with fixing the issues, ensuring that the residents and stakeholders are not burdened with additional expenses.

We understand the frustration caused by the construction process and the delays. Your skepticism is valid, and we are committed to addressing these concerns and completing the project as efficiently as possible.
If you have any further questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Best regards,
Share This project was originally slated to be completed in Spring of 2023. We are now nearing Spring of 2024 and the project does not appear to be close to finished. What is the current % of completion on this project? I note that it was 80% complete in July 2023. Secondly, it keeps being restated that the contract does not include repaving Bering - only the “excavated parts”. Please know that the construction vehicles and large machinery have destroyed the non-excavated portions of the road to the point where there are potholes and broken concrete running the entire length of the street from Westheimer to San Felipe. At this point, the damage from construction is going to necessitate the repaving of the entire street. Thank you. on Facebook Share This project was originally slated to be completed in Spring of 2023. We are now nearing Spring of 2024 and the project does not appear to be close to finished. What is the current % of completion on this project? I note that it was 80% complete in July 2023. Secondly, it keeps being restated that the contract does not include repaving Bering - only the “excavated parts”. Please know that the construction vehicles and large machinery have destroyed the non-excavated portions of the road to the point where there are potholes and broken concrete running the entire length of the street from Westheimer to San Felipe. At this point, the damage from construction is going to necessitate the repaving of the entire street. Thank you. on Twitter Share This project was originally slated to be completed in Spring of 2023. We are now nearing Spring of 2024 and the project does not appear to be close to finished. What is the current % of completion on this project? I note that it was 80% complete in July 2023. Secondly, it keeps being restated that the contract does not include repaving Bering - only the “excavated parts”. Please know that the construction vehicles and large machinery have destroyed the non-excavated portions of the road to the point where there are potholes and broken concrete running the entire length of the street from Westheimer to San Felipe. At this point, the damage from construction is going to necessitate the repaving of the entire street. Thank you. on Linkedin Email This project was originally slated to be completed in Spring of 2023. We are now nearing Spring of 2024 and the project does not appear to be close to finished. What is the current % of completion on this project? I note that it was 80% complete in July 2023. Secondly, it keeps being restated that the contract does not include repaving Bering - only the “excavated parts”. Please know that the construction vehicles and large machinery have destroyed the non-excavated portions of the road to the point where there are potholes and broken concrete running the entire length of the street from Westheimer to San Felipe. At this point, the damage from construction is going to necessitate the repaving of the entire street. Thank you. link

This project was originally slated to be completed in Spring of 2023. We are now nearing Spring of 2024 and the project does not appear to be close to finished. What is the current % of completion on this project? I note that it was 80% complete in July 2023. Secondly, it keeps being restated that the contract does not include repaving Bering - only the “excavated parts”. Please know that the construction vehicles and large machinery have destroyed the non-excavated portions of the road to the point where there are potholes and broken concrete running the entire length of the street from Westheimer to San Felipe. At this point, the damage from construction is going to necessitate the repaving of the entire street. Thank you.

HoustonHarrisResident asked 4 months ago

Howdy Neighbor!
The work on Bering Drive is approximately 75% complete, with an estimated completion date of late February/early March. Please note that between now and the completion date, the Contractor will repair the sewer lines, perform the required acceptance testing, tie in service lines, and perform the restoration.
At this time, the contract states that the Contractor is only responsible for restoring areas damaged by construction to their previous condition or better. This includes repaving parts of the excavated southbound lanes, repairing curbs and sidewalks, and replanting grass; with that said, I do not believe that repaving the northbound lanes on Bering is covered in the contract.
Share Water is still leaking from an area of construction near 1900 Bering; please repair the broken water line before the pavement is repaired. Please repave the whole segment from Westheimer to San Felipe to maintain the integrity of the pavement after the project is completed. on Facebook Share Water is still leaking from an area of construction near 1900 Bering; please repair the broken water line before the pavement is repaired. Please repave the whole segment from Westheimer to San Felipe to maintain the integrity of the pavement after the project is completed. on Twitter Share Water is still leaking from an area of construction near 1900 Bering; please repair the broken water line before the pavement is repaired. Please repave the whole segment from Westheimer to San Felipe to maintain the integrity of the pavement after the project is completed. on Linkedin Email Water is still leaking from an area of construction near 1900 Bering; please repair the broken water line before the pavement is repaired. Please repave the whole segment from Westheimer to San Felipe to maintain the integrity of the pavement after the project is completed. link

Water is still leaking from an area of construction near 1900 Bering; please repair the broken water line before the pavement is repaired. Please repave the whole segment from Westheimer to San Felipe to maintain the integrity of the pavement after the project is completed.

Ann asked 5 months ago

Howdy Neighbor!

Regarding the water leak at 1900 Bering: The water leak was reported to the 311 for repairs. The City of Houston repaired the water line feeding 1900 Bering, which is no longer leaking. Regarding the pavement along Bering Drive: Unfortunately, the original contract for this project did not include replacing the pavement of Bering. The Contractor is only obligated to repair the excavated pavement to perform the work or repair the damage during construction. However, the team is aware of the condition of the road and is investigating potential solutions.
Share There was an area of curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed with this project and has not been replaced. Also, there is a blue pipe sticking up our of this same area that could cause damage to vehicles parking. Please advise as to when these will be resolved. And who do we complain to about the condition that this project has left Bering Drive? It is deplorable. on Facebook Share There was an area of curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed with this project and has not been replaced. Also, there is a blue pipe sticking up our of this same area that could cause damage to vehicles parking. Please advise as to when these will be resolved. And who do we complain to about the condition that this project has left Bering Drive? It is deplorable. on Twitter Share There was an area of curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed with this project and has not been replaced. Also, there is a blue pipe sticking up our of this same area that could cause damage to vehicles parking. Please advise as to when these will be resolved. And who do we complain to about the condition that this project has left Bering Drive? It is deplorable. on Linkedin Email There was an area of curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed with this project and has not been replaced. Also, there is a blue pipe sticking up our of this same area that could cause damage to vehicles parking. Please advise as to when these will be resolved. And who do we complain to about the condition that this project has left Bering Drive? It is deplorable. link

There was an area of curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed with this project and has not been replaced. Also, there is a blue pipe sticking up our of this same area that could cause damage to vehicles parking. Please advise as to when these will be resolved. And who do we complain to about the condition that this project has left Bering Drive? It is deplorable.

Cdwalston asked about 1 year ago

Howdy Neighbor! Thank You for your questions. The area of the curb in front of the 2400 Bering Townhomes that was removed, will be restored once the project is complete during Spring 2023. The blue pipe in the area of concern was placed to protect a temporary water valve and has now been trimmed to ground level to prevent any damage to vehicles. Thank You!
Share Will Bering Drive be repaved once the project is complete? on Facebook Share Will Bering Drive be repaved once the project is complete? on Twitter Share Will Bering Drive be repaved once the project is complete? on Linkedin Email Will Bering Drive be repaved once the project is complete? link

Will Bering Drive be repaved once the project is complete?

SolanaVP asked almost 2 years ago

Thank you for your question. The project scope does not include repaving Bering Drive as this is a sanitary sewer upgrade project. The areas of the road impacted by construction will be restored back to their pre-existing condition. This will include repaving in those specific areas.

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