Watkins Road Sanitary Sewer Project
Marysville, Ohio
Project Highlights
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Contracted Value: $7.3 million
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Gravity Sewer: 6,800 LF ranging from 12”–36”, depths over 30’
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Forcemain: 4,400 LF of 12” pipe conveying flows to the City’s 60” interceptor
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Storm Sewer: 2,100 LF of 48” pipe
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Decommissioned two existing lift stations, consolidating flows to the new Watkins Rd Pump Station
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Performed asphalt paving and full site restoration
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Completed a jack-and-bore crossing beneath US 33, maintaining uninterrupted traffic flow
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Benched down 6 feet to reach max depth of 34 feet
START DATE: Aug 2023
COMPLETION DATE: May 2025
THE PLAN
The Watkins Road Sanitary Sewer Project was designed to modernize Marysville’s wastewater system, improve flow efficiency, and consolidate two aging pump stations into the new Watkins Road Pump Station connecting to an industrial park. The plan included upgrading both sanitary and stormwater infrastructure while maintaining operational reliability and safety throughout construction.
THE WORK
The work was completed in phases over 2023-2025:
2023-24: Installed the majority of gravity sewer (6,800 LF, 12”–36“ up to 30’ deep) and 4,400 LF of 12” forcemain, and decommissioned the Square Drive and Watkins Glen Pump Stations. Partial storm sewer work also began.
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2025: Completed the final phase of 2,100 LF of 48” storm sewer, final asphalt paving, and site restoration with seeding.
Deep sewer installations and multiple system coordination required meticulous planning, precise execution, and strict adherence to safety standards throughout the project.
THE RESULTS
The project successfully consolidated wastewater flows, enhanced stormwater management, and modernized the City’s infrastructure. Work was delivered on schedule and on budget, demonstrating VTF Excavation’s expertise in handling complex underground utility projects safely and efficiently.