Pasco County is repairing the sewage pipeline that runs along Northwood Palms Boulevard in Wesley Chapel.
The construction, which began in early April, came in response to a routine inspection, which determined that the pipeline was fractured.
The Pasco County Utilities Operations and Maintenance Department discovered that the corrosion allowed for road debris to build up within the sewage system.
“Through some little depressions in the road, there may have been some infiltration going into the pipes,” explained Jason Mickel, director of Pasco County’s Operations and Maintenance.
Current construction is along the stretch of Northwood Palms Boulevard that intersects with Breakers Drive.
Breakers Drive goes around in a loop, connecting with Northwood Palms Boulevard at two intersections.
This loop is the best detour to avoid the sewage repair before turning back onto Northwood Palms Boulevard, the director stated.
The construction zone is not in a residential area, so there is no interference for motorists entering or exiting homes off the road.
The work schedule is from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with signs posted to direct motorists.
Drivers are encouraged to use Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, if possible, as opposed to Northwood Palms Boulevard, as an alternate route when traveling either from East County Line Road or State Road 56.
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office has had a presence near the construction site off Breakers Drive for the past month.
Mickel cautions motorists to abide by the speed limit on Breakers Drive, as tickets have been issued frequently since construction began.
Pipe realignment is still in the early stages. The project, estimated at $3 million, is expected to be completed in September.
Published May 29, 2019
