PROJECTPRE-RFP

Water main replacement project (Phase 1) covering approximately…

Borough of South River
Detected
Oct 6, 2026
27 days ago
Sector
Public Works
Detected 27 days agoOct 6

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What's planned

Water main replacement project (Phase 1) covering approximately 26% of the town, including 40,000 linear feet of pipe and service line replacements.

Background

Project is 100% designed. Review with New Jersey Infrastructure Bank is underway. Adjusting quantities, number of users, and environmental report for phase one. Final design for phase one expected by end of month. Three quick reviews (SEDD, Infrastructure Trust, Office of State Controller) to follow. Safe drinking water permit in place. Soil erosion permit to be filed soon. Consideration for roads recently paved and potential for full road restoration versus trench-only restoration. Potential for more free money (5% difference between 20% and 25%) due to service line replacements. Three options for service line replacement funding are being evaluated: town includes in loan, property owner hires contractor, or town finances through water bills.

From the meeting

Source
Borough council meeting October 5th 2026
Meeting date
October 6, 2026
Agency
Borough of South River

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