Excavation at Pembroke Highway Department

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Overview

At Westside Construction Group, we were tasked with a critical excavation project at the Pembroke Highway Department. In freezing temperatures, our team trenched and relocated underground power to ensure the existing highway garage could be safely demolished and rebuilt while maintaining full functionality for the connected office facilities.

Project Scope & Objectives

• Relocate Underground Power
  • Trench through frozen ground to reroute power lines.
  • Maintain power supply for offices, courts, and community resources housed in the attached building.
• Generator Pad & Equipment
  • Pour a new generator pad to accommodate the relocated equipment.
  • Move the existing generator to the new pad.
  • Safely dispose of the old generator pad.

Key Challenges

• Freezing Temperatures
  • Required specialized equipment and techniques to trench effectively in frozen soil.
  • Ensured safety and minimized disruption in harsh winter conditions.
• Operational Continuity
  • Kept the primary office portion of the building intact and powered, supporting essential town services during demolition and construction.

Implementation & Process

• Careful Planning & Coordination
  • Collaborated with local officials to schedule trenching and power transitions.
  • Minimized downtime to ensure uninterrupted access to offices and court services.
• Efficient Excavation & Trenching
  • Utilized modern excavation machinery designed to handle frozen terrain.
  • Ensured clean, precise trenching paths to protect underground infrastructure.
• Generator Installation & Disposal
  • Removed the old generator pad and disposed of it in compliance with environmental regulations.
  • Placed and secured the new generator on a freshly poured concrete pad, ensuring stability and long-term performance.

Results & Benefits

• Seamless Power Relocation
  • The project was completed without compromising daily operations.
  • The office portion of the highway department remained fully functional for staff and community members.
• Reliable Backup Power
  • The new generator pad and relocated generator ensure continuous power supply, especially during emergencies.
• Foundation for Future Construction
  • Enabled safe demolition of the old highway garage.
  • Created the groundwork for a new, modern facility to serve the Pembroke community.

Contact Westside Construction Group for more information on our excavation and trenching services. Whether you need to relocate utilities, install new infrastructure, or manage complex project timelines in challenging weather, our experienced team has the expertise to keep your project on track.