I-85 SSI Project
Daily Updates
Next Update:
October 29, 2026

October 28, 2026
Microtunnel Pipe Threading Begins as Railroad Avenue and A Street Work Continues
Park Construction is preparing the remaining portion of A Street for paving, advancing pipe installation on Railroad Avenue beyond the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore receiving pit, and excavating a gas line air gap on C Street.
Carolina Drilling has one controlled blast scheduled for 1:00 PM, while Young Construction begins threading pipe through the microtunnel.

October 27, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Work Resumes as A Street Restoration Preparation Continues
Today’s I-85 SSI work spans roadway restoration, pipe installation, utility preparation, and underground construction. Park Construction will begin preparing the remaining section of A Street for milling and overlay, while pipe installation resumes on Railroad Avenue downstream of the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore receiving pit.
Crews will also excavate a gas line air gap on C Street. Carolina Drilling has one controlled blast scheduled for 1:00 PM, and Young Construction is preparing to push pipe through the microtunnel casing.

October 26, 2026
A Street Restoration Preparation Expands as Microtunnel Pipe-Pushing Work Nears
Today’s I-85 SSI schedule combines roadway preparation, cleanup, utility coordination, and underground installation work.
Park Construction will begin preparing the remaining portion of A Street for milling and overlay, continue cleanup along 8th and C streets, and excavate an air gap around the gas line on C Street. Carolina Drilling has one controlled blast scheduled for 1:00 PM, while Young Construction begins preparing for pipe-pushing through the microtunnel casing.

October 23, 2026
Railroad Avenue Work Advances as Pipe Pushing Begins at the NSR Bore
Park Construction set a sewer manhole on Railroad Avenue ahead of the receiving pit, while Young Construction begins pushing pipe through the completed bore casing. Cleanup also continues along 8th and C streets. No blasting scheduled.

October 22, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Work Resumes as C Street Activities Shift
Today’s I-85 SSI schedule brings renewed activity to Railroad Avenue and C Street.
Park Construction will resume pipe installation toward the Norfolk Southern Railroad receiving pit while crews prepare utility air gaps and connect three C Street services to the existing 2-inch main. The blasting plan has also been updated, with one controlled blast now scheduled for 1:00 PM today. Additional drilling will prepare the next 40 feet of the blast grid for work planned Monday.

October 21, 2026
8th Street Installation and 1:00 PM Blast Remain on Today’s Schedule
Today’s I-85 SSI work remains focused on active construction at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer improvements along Joe Peed Road, and pipe installation on 8th Street. Carolina Drilling is scheduled to conduct one controlled blast at 1:00 PM.

October 20, 2026
8th Street Pipe Work Advances with One Controlled Blast Scheduled
Today’s I-85 SSI activity includes ongoing construction at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer work along Joe Peed Road, and pipe installation on 8th Street.
Carolina Drilling is scheduled to conduct one controlled blast at 1:00 PM.

October 19, 2026
8th Street Pipe Installation Continues with One Controlled Blast Scheduled
I-85 SSI work remains active across both construction packages today. CP-1 crews continue work at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road, while Park advances pipe installation on 8th Street.
Carolina Drilling is also scheduled to conduct one controlled blast at 1:00 PM.

October 15, 2026
C Street Preparation Continues as A Street Paving Advances
Today’s I-85 SSI work includes pipe installation on 8th Street, preparation for future blasting activity on C Street, and roadway restoration along A Street. Park will excavate air gaps around the gas and water lines on C Street, while ASD begins placing the asphalt base coat from the National Guard area toward Mt. Hope PS.
No blasting will occur today after Enbridge advised that personnel are unavailable to complete the required pre- and post-blast surveys. Carolina Drilling plans to resume drilling Monday.

October 14, 2026
A Street Asphalt Base Course Moves Forward as 8th Street Pipe Installation Continues
Today’s I-85 SSI schedule combines active pipeline construction with roadway restoration. Park continues pipe installation on 8th Street, while ASD is completing asphalt base course work on A Street. CP-1 crews remain active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road. No blasting is scheduled today.

October 13, 2026
8th Street Pipe Work Continues Alongside Paving and Underground Preparation
Park continues pipe installation on 8th Street, while ASD carries out asphalt overlay work on Laundry Avenue, Railroad Avenue, and 19th Street. Young Construction remains focused on preparation for upcoming pipe-pushing activities at the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore and microtunnel sites. Carolina Drilling has one controlled blast scheduled on C Street at 1:00 PM.

October 12, 2026
8th Street Pipe Installation Begins as Paving and Bore Preparation Continue
Today’s I-85 SSI work includes pipeline installation, roadway restoration, and preparation for upcoming underground work. Park will begin pipe installation on 8th Street while continuing cleanup on A Street. ASD will be active on Laundry Avenue, Railroad Avenue, and 19th Street for asphalt overlay work, and Young Construction will continue preparation for pipe-pushing activities at the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore and microtunnel sites. One controlled blast is scheduled on C Street at 1:00 PM.

October 9, 2026
A Street Restoration Preparation Continues as Jack-and-Bore Equipment Breakdown Begins
Work continues across several I-85 SSI areas today. On A Street, crews are continuing cleanup and preparation for base coat asphalt, while excavation equipment is being moved to 8th Street and vacuum testing resumes on recently installed manholes. Young Construction continues dismantling the tunnel boring machine, and a second crew has completed the jack-and-bore operation and will begin breaking down that equipment. CP-1 work also remains active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road. No blasting is scheduled today; Carolina Drilling plans to resume Monday.

October 8, 2026
A Street Moves Toward Restoration as Field Work Shifts Across CP-2
On A Street, crews are cleaning the work zone and beginning preparations for base coat asphalt, while excavation equipment is being repositioned to 8th Street. Manhole vacuum testing also resumes, alongside ongoing tunneling-related work and a 2:00 PM controlled blast.

October 6, 2026
Northern Interceptor Test Drilling Adds a New Field Activity to Today’s Schedule
Carolina Drilling begins test drilling for the Northern Interceptor, alongside a 2:00 PM controlled blast. Elsewhere, crews remain active on A Street, at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, and within the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore area. Young Construction is also continuing the breakdown of tunneling equipment following the microtunnel operation.

October 5, 2026
A Street Pipe Installation Advances as Northern Interceptor Test Drilling Begins
Today’s I-85 SSI work brings continued progress across several active construction areas. Pipe installation is moving forward on A Street, Young Construction continues dismantling the tunnel boring machine, and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore operations remain active.
Carolina Drilling has one controlled blast scheduled for 2:00 PM and will also conduct test drilling associated with the Northern Interceptor.

October 2, 2026
Site Preparation and Material Removal Lead Today’s I-85 SSI Work
Today’s I-85 SSI schedule shifts toward site preparation and construction support activities as crews prepare for anticipated rainfall. Along A Street and C Street, Park is pausing pipe installation to remove excavated material, secure material stockpiles, and complete erosion and sediment control inspections and maintenance.
Underground work also remains active, with Young Construction dismantling tunneling equipment while a second crew advances Norfolk Southern Railroad bore operations. No blasting is scheduled today.

October 1, 2026
Steady Progress Continues Across A Street, Joe Peed Road and Underground Work Areas
I-85 SSI construction maintains steady momentum across both work packages, with continued progress at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, and on A Street.
Young Construction is moving further into the TBM retrieval phase while Norfolk Southern Railroad bore activities remain active. Carolina Drilling has two controlled blasts scheduled for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

September 30, 2026
TBM Retrieval Preparations Advance as Two Controlled Blasts Are Scheduled
Young Construction continues breaking down the tunnel boring machine in preparation to retrieve its head unit from the reception shaft.
Pipe installation continues on A Street, Norfolk Southern Railroad bore activities remain active, and Carolina Drilling has two controlled blasts scheduled for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. CP-1 work also continues at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 29, 2026
TBM Retrieval Preparations Advance as Two Controlled Blasts Are Scheduled
A key transition is underway within CP-2 as Young Construction continues breaking down the tunnel boring machine in preparation to retrieve its head unit from the reception shaft.
Pipe installation continues on A Street, Norfolk Southern Railroad bore activities remain active, and Carolina Drilling has two controlled blasts scheduled for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. CP-1 work also continues at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.
Update 8:20 AM: 11:00 AM blast canceled.

September 28, 2026
Two Controlled Blasts Scheduled as A Street and Underground Work Advance
Blasting returns to today’s I-85 SSI construction schedule, with two controlled blasts planned for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Progress continues at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, on A Street, and within both the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore areas.

September 25, 2026
Blasting Paused Through the Weekend as Underground Work Continues
Blasting remains off today’s I-85 SSI construction schedule and is planned to resume Monday. Other field operations continue across the project, including work at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer improvements along Joe Peed Road, pipe installation on A Street, and two active underground boring operations.

September 24, 2026
Weather Holds Blasting While Underground Work Progresses
Blasting is paused due to weather conditions, while other I-85 SSI construction activities remain on the schedule. Pipe installation is moving forward on A Street, the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore remain active, and CP-1 work continues at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 23, 2026
Blasting Paused as Weather Shapes Today’s Construction Schedule
Weather conditions are influencing the I-85 SSI work plan, with Carolina Drilling holding all blasting activity today. Other field operations remain active, including work at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line and sewer force main construction along Joe Peed Road, pipe installation on A Street, I-85 microtunnel boring, and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore activities.

September 22, 2026
Two Controlled Blasts Scheduled as A Street and C Street Work Progresses
A Street pipe installation and C Street field work shape today’s I-85 SSI construction schedule, alongside continued progress on the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore.
Two controlled blasts are also scheduled for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, while CP-1 work remains active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 21, 2026
Two Controlled Blasts Scheduled as A Street and C Street Work Progresses
A Street pipe installation and C Street field work shape today’s I-85 SSI construction schedule, alongside continued progress on the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore. Two controlled blasts are also scheduled for 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, while CP-1 work remains active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 18, 2026
One Controlled Blast Scheduled on 8th Street as A Street Pipe Work Advances
A Street and 8th Street remain central to today’s construction sequence, with pipe installation, air gap work, heave removal, and one controlled blast scheduled for 11:00 AM. Underground work is also progressing through the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore areas, while CP-1 activity remains focused on the Joe Peed lift station and sewer improvements along Joe Peed Road.

September 17, 2026
8th Street Blasting Continues as Underground Work Advances
A Street and 8th Street remain key areas of activity, with pipe installation, air gap work, heave removal, and two controlled blasts scheduled for 8th Street.
Underground construction is also progressing through the I-85 microtunnel and Norfolk Southern Railroad bore work, while CP-1 crews remain active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 16, 2026
8th Street Blasting and A Street Pipe Laying Remain Active
Field activity remains concentrated on A Street and 8th Street, where pipe laying, air gap work, heave removal, and scheduled blasting are part of the current construction sequence. Crews are also advancing work at the Joe Peed lift station, installing sewer infrastructure along Joe Peed Road, progressing I-85 microtunnel boring, and carrying out Norfolk Southern Railroad boring activities.

September 15, 2026
A Street Pipe Laying Moves Ahead with 8th Street Blasting Scheduled
A Street remains in active pipe installation while 8th Street carries several coordinated field activities, including air gap work, heave removal, and two scheduled controlled blasts.
Work also remains active at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, within the I-85 microtunnel area, and within the Norfolk Southern Railroad boring work zone.

September 14, 2026
A Street Pipe Laying Resumes with 8th Street Blasting Scheduled
A Street moves back into active pipe installation today while 8th Street remains a key construction focus for rock removal, air gap work, and heave correction. CP-1 activity remains centered on the Joe Peed lift station and sewer improvements along Joe Peed Road. CP-2 work includes I-85 microtunnel boring, Norfolk Southern Railroad boring activity, and two scheduled controlled blasts on 8th Street.

September 11, 2026
I-85 Microtunnel Boring Resumes After Equipment Repairs
Microtunnel activity is moving back into production after Young Construction completed repairs to the tunnel boring machine equipment and tested its functionality late yesterday. Today’s work also includes remediation on Laundry Avenue and Railroad Avenue, air gap and heave removal on 8th Street, paving operations on Railroad Avenue and Laundry Avenue, Norfolk Southern Railroad bore launch pit excavation, and CP-1 construction activity at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road. Carolina Drilling is onsite for equipment maintenance; no blasting is scheduled today.

September 10, 2026
Norfolk Southern Railroad Bore Launch Pit Excavation Moves Forward
A new field sequence is taking shape as the second Young Construction crew advances excavation for the Norfolk Southern Railroad bore launch pit.
Plans include scheduled 8th Street blasting, continued remediation on Laundry Avenue and Railroad Avenue, paving operations on Railroad Avenue, air gap and heave removal on 8th Street, and ongoing CP-1 construction activity at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 9, 2026
8th Street Blasting Scheduled as Remediation and Paving Work Advances
Blasting activity on 8th Street is scheduled alongside several restoration and repair efforts in the I-85 SSI work area.
Crews are addressing failed compaction areas on Laundry Avenue and Railroad Avenue, completing air gap and heave removal on 8th Street, performing paving operations on Railroad Avenue, and maintaining equipment readiness for upcoming boring operations. Work also remains active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road.

September 8, 2026
8th Street Blasting and Asphalt Repairs Scheduled Today
Today’s I-85 SSI Project work includes activity at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line and sewer force main work along Joe Peed Road, excavation on A Street, two scheduled blasts on 8th Street, and full-depth asphalt repairs in areas affected by prior construction. Young Construction has a limited crew onsite while replacement cutting discs are expected this week; boring operations will resume after the discs arrive and are installed.

September 4, 2026
8th Street Blast Scheduled as A Street Excavation Continues
Today’s I-85 SSI work includes continued activity at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road, excavation on A Street, equipment servicing for upcoming operations, and one scheduled blast on 8th Street at 11:00 AM.
Park will secure and shut down site operations at noon today, with work scheduled to resume Tuesday.

September 3, 2026
A Street Excavation Begins as 8th Street Test Blasts Are Scheduled
Today’s I-85 SSI work brings renewed activity to A Street as Park mobilizes materials and equipment and prepares to begin excavation.
CP-1 work remains active at the Joe Peed lift station and along Joe Peed Road, while Young Construction maintains equipment readiness for upcoming operations.
On 8th Street, Carolina Drilling is scheduled to conduct test blasts at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM on today.

September 2, 2026
Railroad Avenue Work Completes as A Street Mobilization Begins
Today’s I-85 SSI update marks a transition in the CP-2 work area. Railroad Avenue work has been completed, and Park crews are beginning to mobilize materials and equipment to A Street. CP-1 activity remains focused on the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line installation, and sewer force main work along Joe Peed Road. Additional preparation continues for upcoming 8th Street blasting-related activity, with test drills planned for Thursday and air gap work beginning today.

September 1, 2026
8th Street Test Drill Preparation Moves Forward
Today’s I-85 SSI update includes work at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line and sewer force main activity along Joe Peed Road, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, equipment servicing for microtunnel operations, and continued mobilization for upcoming blasting-related work on 8th Street.
Carolina Drilling is preparing equipment and planning test drills on 8th Street for Thursday. Park also plans to begin air gap work tomorrow.

August 31, 2026
11th Street Blasting Preparation Begins as Railroad Avenue Work Advances
Continued wastewater infrastructure work at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, and on Railroad Avenue is in progress .
Crews are also preparing for upcoming blasting activity on 11th Street, with equipment being moved into place today and blasting expected to begin tomorrow.

August 28, 2026
Detour Signage Setup Begins as Railroad Avenue Pipe Work Continues
Active work at the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line and sewer force main installation along Joe Peed Road, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue continues with equipment servicing for microtunnel operations, and detour signage setup under the project’s traffic management plan.

August 27, 2026
Railroad Avenue Blasting Update and Upcoming Rock Removal Work
Today’s I-85 SSI update includes continued wastewater infrastructure work along Joe Peed Road and Railroad Avenue, with one controlled blast scheduled for 2:00 PM where high-bottom rock remains in the Railroad Avenue excavation area.
Beginning Monday, Carolina Drilling is also expected to start a longer phase of controlled blasting in the site area, between Station 49+50 and Station 35+00, to address rock conditions along the project alignment.
Residential access will be maintained during the associated road closure.

August 26, 2026
Joe Peed and Railroad Avenue Work Areas Remain Active
Today’s I-85 SSI update reflects continued movement in two key construction areas. At Joe Peed Road, crews are carrying forward lift station improvements, sewer line installation, and sewer force main work.
On Railroad Avenue, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement remains active, while Young Construction keeps equipment serviced and ready for upcoming operations.
Beginning Monday, Carolina Drilling is expected to start controlled blasting between Station 49+50 and Station 35+00.
This work is anticipated to take approximately two months as crews address rock conditions along this section of the project alignment.
No gas utility conflict has been identified in this area.
Residential access will be maintained throughout the road closure, consistent with the access approach used during prior work on 8th Street.

August 25, 2026
Joe Peed Road Work Advances as Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation Continues
Continued progress is in motion for the Joe Peed Road and Railroad Avenue work areas. CP-1 activities remain focused on lift station work, sewer line installation, and sewer force main construction. CP-2 work includes 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, while Young Construction maintains a limited onsite crew for equipment servicing.

August 24, 2026
Underground Utility Work Advances on Joe Peed Road and Railroad Avenue
Today’s I-85 SSI update focus reflects steady field progress in two major work areas. At Joe Peed, crews are advancing lift station, sewer line, and sewer force main construction.
On Railroad Avenue, underground installation continues with 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement and microtunnel work.

August 21, 2026
Railroad Avenue Work Carries Forward with Underground Progress
Today’s I-85 SSI update follows the steady underground progress taking shape in the Joe Peed Road and Railroad Avenue work areas. The day’s activities include lift station work, sewer line installation, sewer force main construction, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement, and microtunnel operations.

August 20, 2026
Railroad Avenue Installation and Microtunnel Work Remain Active
Today’s I-85 SSI update highlights steady advancement of critical wastewater infrastructure improvements supporting the Joe Peed Road and Railroad Avenue corridors. Field operations remain active across multiple work fronts, including lift station construction, sewer line installation, force main placement, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe (FRP) installation, and ongoing microtunnel excavation beneath active roadways.

August 19, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Placement and Microtunnel Operations Move Forward
Today’s I-85 SSI work reflects the steady, coordinated progress behind major wastewater infrastructure improvements.
Activity remains focused on the Joe Peed lift station, sewer installation along Joe Peed Road, sewer force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, and microtunnel operations.

August 18, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Placement and Microtunnel Operations Move Forward
I-85 SSI Project work currently reflects the steady, coordinated progress behind major wastewater infrastructure improvements.
Activity remains focused on the Joe Peed lift station, sewer installation along Joe Peed Road, sewer force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, and microtunnel operations.

August 17, 2026
One Controlled Blast Scheduled on Railroad Avenue Today
Today’s I-85 SSI update includes continued wastewater infrastructure work at the Joe Peed lift station, along Joe Peed Road, and within the Railroad Avenue construction area.
Crews are advancing lift station work, sewer line installation, sewer force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement, microtunnel operations, and one scheduled controlled blast on Railroad Avenue at 10:00 AM.

August 14, 2026
Railroad Avenue Work Includes One Controlled Blast Today
Today’s I-85 SSI update reflects steady progress across several wastewater construction activities, including lift station work, sewer line installation, force main construction, Railroad Avenue pipe placement, microtunnel operations, and one scheduled controlled blast at 11:00 AM.

August 13, 2026
One Controlled Blast Planned on Railroad Avenue Today
Today’s I-85 SSI work reflects another coordinated day of wastewater infrastructure progress, with activity supporting lift station improvements, sewer line installation, force main construction, Railroad Avenue pipe placement, microtunnel operations, and one scheduled controlled blast at 11:00 AM.

August 12, 2026
Railroad Avenue Blasting Scheduled as Microtunnel Work Moves Forward
Planned work includes lift station improvements, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, sewer force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, microtunnel operations, and two controlled blasts on Railroad Avenue.

August 11, 2026
Railroad Avenue Blasting Scheduled as Microtunnel Work Advances
Scheduled work includes lift station improvements, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, sewer force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, microtunnel operations, and two controlled blasts on Railroad Avenue.

August 7, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation Advances with Microtunnel Operations
Crews are working at the Joe Peed lift station, installing sewer line along Joe Peed Road, performing force main work near Lyon Station Road, placing 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe on Railroad Avenue, and continuing microtunnel operations.

August 6, 2026
Railroad Avenue Installation Moves Forward as Microtunnel Operations Progress
Today’s I-85 SSI activity remains focused on key wastewater construction areas, including the Joe Peed lift station, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, force main work near Lyon Station Road, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe placement on Railroad Avenue, and microtunnel operations.

August 4, 2026
Microtunnel Work Continues as Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation Advances
I-85 SSI work continues today near the Joe Peed lift station, Joe Peed Road, Lyon Station Road, Railroad Avenue, and the microtunnel work area.
Crews are progressing lift station work, sewer line installation, force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation, and microtunnel activities.

August 3, 2026
Microtunnel Drilling Begins as Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation Continues
I-85 SSI work continues today near the Joe Peed lift station, Joe Peed Road, Lyon Station Road, Railroad Avenue, and the microtunnel work area. Customers may see crews and equipment as lift station work, sewer line installation, force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation, and microtunnel drilling activities move forward.

July 31, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation and Joe Peed Lift Station Work Continue
I-85 SSI work continues today near the Joe Peed lift station, Joe Peed Road, Lyon Station Road, Railroad Avenue, and Will Suitt Road. Customers may see crews and equipment as lift station work, sewer line installation, force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation, and launch pit activities continue.

July 30, 2026
Asphalt Striping Planned on Central Avenue and A Street
Work continues today across several I-85 SSI project areas, with crews active near the Joe Peed lift station, Joe Peed Road, Lyon Station Road, Railroad Avenue, Will Suitt Road, Central Avenue, and A Street. Customers may see construction equipment and crews as lift station work, sewer line installation, force main work, 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation, launch pit activities, and asphalt striping move forward.

July 29, 2026
Railroad Avenue Pipe Installation and Will Suitt Road Launch Pit Work Continue
Work continues today across several I-85 SSI project areas, with crews active near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, Railroad Avenue, and Will Suitt Road. Customers may see construction equipment and crews as pipe installation, sewer line work, force main work, and launch pit activities move forward.

July 27, 2026
Launch Pit Work Continues off Will Suitt Road
Construction activity continues today across several I-85 SSI work areas.
Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, Laundry Avenue, and Will Suitt Road may see crews and equipment as pipe installation, sewer line work, force main work, and launch pit activities continue.

July 24, 2026
Rain Conditions Shift Construction Work to Site Cleanup and Preparation
Rain is affecting portions of today’s I-85 SSI construction activity. Some CP-1 work may resume later this afternoon if conditions improve, while CP-2 crews are focusing on site cleanup, erosion and sediment control inspections, and preparation for upcoming microtunnel work.

July 22, 2026
A Street Trench Paving Resumes Across Central Avenue
Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, Laundry Avenue, A Street, Central Avenue, and Will Suitt Road may see crews and equipment as pipe installation, sewer line work, force main work, bore pit activities, and trench paving continue.

July 21, 2026
Pipe Installation Continues on Laundry Avenue
Construction activity continues today across several I-85 SSI work areas. Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, Laundry Avenue, and Will Suitt Road may see crews and equipment as pipe installation, sewer line work, force main work, and bore pit activities continue.

July 20, 2026
A Street Pipe Installation and Will Suitt Road Bore Pit Work Continue
Construction activity continues today across several I-85 SSI work areas. Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, and Will Suitt Road may see crews and equipment as pipe installation, sewer line work, force main work, and bore pit activities move forward.

July 17, 2026
A Street Sewer Installation Continues Across Central Avenue
Crews remain active across several I-85 SSI work areas today, with visible construction activity near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, Central Avenue, and Will Suitt Road. Work includes continued pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, force main work near East Lyon Station Road, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation on A Street across Central Avenue, and ongoing bore pit work off Will Suitt Road.

July 16, 2026
A Street Pipe Installation Crosses Central Avenue
Crews are prioritizing pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, force main work near East Lyon Station Road, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation on A Street, and bore pit excavation off Will Suitt Road. Crews have crossed Central Avenue, with final paving for the A Street and Central Avenue sections currently planned for the week of July 27th.
The detour is tentatively expected to end the week of August 3rd.

July 15, 2026
A Street Trench Paving Begins at Station 83+00
Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, Central Avenue, and Will Suitt Road may continue to see active construction crews and equipment as I-85 SSI Project work advances.
Today’s planned activities include continued pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, force main work near East Lyon Station Road, continued installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe across Central Avenue, ongoing bore-out excavation off Will Suitt Road, and the start of paving along the completed pipe trench on A Street.

July 14, 2026
Bore-Out Excavation Begins off Will Suitt Road
Customers near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, Central Avenue, and Will Suitt Road may continue to see active crews and construction equipment as I-85 SSI Project work progresses today. Activities include continued pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, force main work at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, continued installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe across Central Avenue, and the start of bore-out excavation off Will Suitt Road.

July 13, 2026
Rainfall May Affect Construction Activities
Following approximately 1.5 inches of rainfall over the weekend, I-85 SSI contractors are planning to work today; however, some activities remain dependent on site conditions. Additional showers are also forecast throughout the day.
Current work includes pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, site-dependent sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, site-dependent force main work at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, and site-dependent installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe on A Street across Central Avenue.
Crews are also working to replace a northbound detour sign located just south of Highway 56 that was damaged over the weekend.

July 10, 2026
A Street Pipe Installation Continues with Weekend Cleanup Scheduled
Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, and Central Avenue construction continues with pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, force main work at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, and continued installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe across Central Avenue.
Limited work is also planned on A Street this Saturday to support site cleanup, material movement, and equipment servicing.

July 9, 2026
Central Avenue Crossing Work Continues on A Street
Motorists near Joe Peed Road, East Lyon Station Road, A Street, and Central Avenue may continue to see active construction crews and equipment today as I-85 SSI Project work advances across several locations. Planned activities include continued pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, force main work at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, and continued installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe on A Street across Central Avenue.

July 8, 2026
Central Avenue Crossing Work Continues as Manhole Coating Testing Begins
Customers traveling near Central Avenue, A Street, Joe Peed Road, and East Lyon Station Road may continue to see active construction crews, equipment, and traffic control measures today as I-85 SSI Project work advances. Today’s work includes continued pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line work along Joe Peed Road, force main work crossing East Lyon Station Road, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation on A Street across Central Avenue, ongoing detour operations, and coating inspection work on manholes near the receiving pit access road.

July 7, 2026
Central Avenue Crossing Advances as A Street Pipe Installation Continues
Customers near the project area may see crews advancing sewer infrastructure work at several active locations today. Work includes pipe installation at the Joe Peed site, sewer line installation along Joe Peed Road, force main work at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation on A Street across Central Avenue, and protective coating work on manholes near the receiving pit access road.

July 6, 2026
Crossing Begins at Central Avenue
I-85 SSI activities include continued sewer infrastructure installation at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, force main construction at East Lyon Station Road, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation on A Street as crews advance the Central Avenue crossing, and protective coating work on manholes near the receiving pit access road. The planned closure of Central Avenue at A Street also begins today to support ongoing sewer improvement activities in the area.

July 2, 2026
36-Inch Fiberglass-Reinforced Pipe Installation Advances to Central Avenue Road Cut
Today's I-85 SSI Daily project update includes continued sewer installation activities at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, ongoing force main construction at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, advancement of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation to the Central Avenue road cut on A Street, continued excavation support activities, and site security improvements near the receiving pit access road off Will Suitt Road ahead of the holiday schedule adjustment.

July 1, 2026
Force Main Crossing Continues at East Lyon Station Road
Today's projected I-85 SSI work plan includes continued sewer installation at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, ongoing force main construction at the East Lyon Station Road crossing, continued installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe and excavation support activities on A Street.
Crews are setting preparations for trenchless construction via microtunnel equipment staging off Will Suitt Road, and erosion control measures at the launch pit access road.

June 30, 2026
Force Main Crossing Underway at East Lyon Station Road
Crews are installing sewer infrastructure at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, completing a force main crossing at East Lyon Station Road, continuing installation of 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe and hauling excavated material on A Street, preparing for upcoming trenchless construction by receiving and staging microtunnel boring equipment off Will Suitt Road, and performing site stabilization measures along the launch pit access road through seeding and straw mulching.

June 29, 2026
Continued sewer installation work is scheduled at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, ongoing force main work continues on West Middleton Drive, as well as 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation and spoil hauling on A Street.
Teams are proceeding with preparation plans for trenchless construction through microtunnel equipment staging off Will Suitt Road, and the start of site stabilization activities at the launch pit access road.

June 26, 2026
Microtunnel Boring Equipment Staging Continues
I-85 SSI Daily project update includes continued sewer installation work at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, ongoing force main work on West Middleton Drive, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation and spoil hauling on A Street.
Microtunnel boring equipment receiving and staging will take place off Will Suitt Road.

June 25, 2026
Microtunnel Boring Equipment Staging Begins off Will Suitt Road
Continued sewer installation work is in progress at the Joe Peed site and along Joe Peed Road, ongoing force main work on West Middleton Drive, continued 36-inch fiberglass-reinforced pipe installation and spoil hauling on A Street, and the start of microtunnel boring equipment receiving and staging off Will Suitt Road.

June 3, 2026
Joe Peed Road Gravity Sewer Work and Railroad Avenue Blasting Activities
Work on the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project is advancing across multiple active areas, with crews focusing on sewer main installation, force main work, fiber-reinforced polymer pipe installation, utility coordination, erosion and sediment control repairs, and scheduled blasting operations. Motorists and nearby residents should remain alert for active crews, equipment, and changing conditions near Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, the launch pit access area, and Railroad Avenue.

June 1, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation and Railroad Avenue Blast Activity
Work on the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project is advancing today through continued pipe installation, gravity sewer main placement, force main work, and trenchless infrastructure activity. Crews will remain active at the Joe Peed Road site, along West Middleton Drive, and near Railroad Avenue as project components move forward.

May 29, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation and A Street Blasting Completion
Crews continue to advance work across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active pipe installation, gravity sewer construction, force main work, microtunnel-related activity, and site restoration. Work remains active near the Joe Peed site, Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, the CP-2 launch pit, the receiving pit outfall, Will Suitt Road, and A Street.

May 28, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation and CP-2 Site Restoration Activity
Crews continue to advance work across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active pipe installation, gravity sewer construction, force main work, microtunnel-related activity, and site restoration.
Work remains active near the Joe Peed site, Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, the CP-2 launch pit, the receiving pit outfall, and Will Suitt Road.

May 27, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation and CP-2 Blasting Activity
Crews continue to advance work across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active pipe installation, gravity sewer construction, force main work, and microtunnel-related activities. Work remains active near the Joe Peed site, Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, and the CP-2 launch pit area.

May 26, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation and CP-2 Blasting Activity
Crews continue to advance work across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active pipe installation, gravity sewer construction, force main work, and microtunnel-related activities. Work remains active near the Joe Peed site, Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, and the CP-2 launch pit area.

May 22, 2026
Joe Peed Road Utility Work and CP-2 Holiday Weekend Schedule
Crews continue to advance work across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active pipe installation, gravity sewer construction, force main work, and microtunnel-related activities. Work remains active near the Joe Peed site, Joe Peed Road, West Middleton Drive, and the CP-2 launch pit area.

May 20, 2026
Joe Peed Road Gravity Sewer Installation, West Middleton Force Main Work, and CP-2 Blasting Activity
Construction activities continue across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active work focused on pipe installation at the Joe Peed Road site, gravity sewer main installation along Joe Peed Road, continued force main work along West Middleton Drive, and 36-inch fiberglass reinforced pipe installation within Construction Package 2.

May 19, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation, West Middleton Force Main Work, and CP-2 Controlled Blasting
Construction activities continue across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, with active work focused on pipe installation at the new Joe Peed site, gravity sewer main installation along Joe Peed Road, continued force main work along West Middleton Drive, and 36-inch fiberglass reinforced pipe installation within Construction Package 2.

May 18, 2026
Joe Peed Road Sewer Installation, West Middleton Force Main Work, and CP-2 Launch Pit Activity
Construction activities continue across the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project, with active work focused on pipe installation at the Joe Peed Road site, gravity sewer main installation along Joe Peed Road, continued force main work along West Middleton Drive, and 36-inch fiberglass reinforced pipe installation within Construction Package 2.








