Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Upper Des Plaines 11D Contract 12-369-3S
Project Overview
The local sewer systems of the Village of Mount Prospect and Elk Grove Village flow into a series of large diameter pipes owned and maintained by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD). These pipes, known as interceptor sewers, convey regional flows to an MWRD treatment plant. An inspection of the Upper Des Plaines Intercepting Sewer 11D by a closed-circuit television (CCTV) system showed the presence of infiltration and concrete/metal deterioration due to hydrogen sulfide. In order to restore the hydraulic and structural integrity of this aging sewer, it needs to be rehabilitated. In addition, physical inspections of the manholes and structures revealed similar signs of deterioration. As with the main sewer line, in order to restore the structural integrity of these structures, the manholes and structures need to be rehabilitated as well.
Current Conditions
Final Product Photos
Project Work Overview
Sewer Relining and Manhole Rehabilitation at the intersection of E. Higgins Road and Busse Road, continuing north along Busse Road to W. Lincoln Street, and then extending east along W. Lincoln Street to S. Bobby Lane. The project includes the rehabilitation of approximately 12,540 linear feet of 36-inch sewer and 1,098 linear feet of 54-inch sewer using cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining. In addition, 34 manholes and four junction structures will be rehabilitated using spray-applied lining systems.
Type of Work Performed
Sewer manhole inspections by man entry, sewer televising and maintenance repairs. 34 total manhole locations need to be accessed.
Duration
The project is anticipated to begin in September 2026 and is expected to be completed by Winter 2027.
Schedule/Phasing
The work will be performed in phases starting from the South and working North down Busse Road.
Work Time
Work hours are anticipated to be 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. However, due to the nature of the CIPP installation process, operations may require work outside of these hours, including overnight shifts and Saturday work. Any such extended, overnight, or Saturday work will be subject to prior review and approval by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) and the applicable local or jurisdictional agency.
Current Improvements
September 2026
Future Improvements
October 2026
Contact Us
Inlinersolutions@puriscorp.com
833-226-3144
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my utilities (i.e. Water, Sewer or Electric) be affected?
No there will not be any limiting of Water, Sewer or Electric usage.
Will there be traffic impacts?
Occasionally on Busse Road there will be temporary lane closures.
How long will this project take?
The scheduled duration of the project is 730 calendar days or 2 years. We anticipate to be complete by Winter 2027.
What contractors can you expect to see on our job site?
Airy’s Inc. (Excavation & Structure Work) – Hoerr Construction (Manhole Rehab) – J&J Underground (Cleaning & Televising) – Pullman (Structural Rehab) – AMS Elite Solutions, LLC (Trucking) – High Star Traffic (Traffic Control)
What is the purpose of this project?
To rehabilitate 13,638 linear feet of 36-inch and 54-inch sewer lines as preventative maintenance.
What if I notice an odd smell on our home?
The distinct smell you may encounter will likely be from Styrene, a clear colorless liquid that is synthesized for commercial use from petroleum and natural gas by-products. Styrene also occurs naturally in the environment and is an inherent in small concentrations of many commonly consumed foods and beverages, such as coffee, strawberries, and cinnamon. This product is a component used in the resin for Cured-in-place-pipe installation. Styrene has a very intense, distinctive odor and is detectable by the nose at very low concentrations (0.1 parts per million). The presence of styrene odor does not necessarily indicate a dangerous level. Measured environmental styrene concentrations from CIPP in the area at levels too low to cause health effects. However, short-term exposure may cause eye-irritation, headache, and discomfort. The EPA guidelines for such an airborne concentration would list this as an Acute Exposure Guideline Level -1. EPA defines this as the airborne concentration of a substance above which it is predicted that the general population, including susceptible individuals, could experience notable discomfort, irritation, or certain asymptomatic, non-sensory effects. In most cases, however, the effects are reversible upon leaving the area of exposure.
Odors typically enter via a trap that is void of water or a plumbing defect. Please fill all drains, especially those that don’t get used often, with a bucket of water. This will fill the trap and prevent odor from entering your home. You can also open the windows to allow air flow and ventilation to reduce odors. Turning on the bathroom vents will help as well.
On rare occasions during our installation process for cured-in-place pipe, a distinctive resin-like odor may be detected. This odor is noticeable even at very low levels. The odor will dissipate with exposure to fresh air and there are no residual effects.
To learn more about Styrene visit styrene.org, nassco.org, youknowstyrene.org or epa.gov
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