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This project will extend the existing 20-inch Master Lift Station No. 5 Force Main approximately 10,113 linear feet along Cortez Road to Master Lift Station No. 1-M to relieve capacity issues on the existing 24-inch gravity main that runs along the north side of Cortez Road.

Both a gravity main and a force main are pipeline systems designed to convey wastewater between two points. While a gravity main system allows wastewater to flow using the natural force of gravity, a force main system requires a mechanical pump or compressors to create pressure which then pushes the wastewater to its final destination. These pumps or compressors are located within lift stations that are positioned along the pipeline system. 

The project is located on Cortez Road West between 119^th Street West and 87^th Street Court West.

The design and pre-construction cost is $976,500. The construction cost is $9.6 million.

The funding sources for this project include Debt Proceeds and Utility Rates.

Woodruff & Sons Inc. is the contractor for the project.

The 60% design plans were submitted in March 2022. Construction is anticipated to begin spring 2023.

The contractor, in coordination with the County, will make every effort to minimize traffic issues during construction.

The project is anticipated to be completed in spring 2024.

Construction activities will primarily occur between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, while some night-time operations may be performed from time to time to minimize interruption of traffic.

Yes, access to properties will be affected during the installation of the force main. Property owners will be notified prior to activities impacting normal access. Construction crews will work to minimize the duration of disruption and alternate access routes will be provided as applicable.

Interruption of water service is not anticipated but if a situation arises that requires a temporary water interruption, proper notification will be provided for property owners through doorhanger notifications or other means of communication. Information will also be posted on the project website (www.CortezLiftStation.com). 

The contractor will make every effort to maintain access to mailboxes throughout the duration of the construction project. If you are experiencing issues with mail delivery, please contact the project hotline at 941-417-8375 or [email protected] for assistance.

The contractor will make every effort to avoid impacts to garbage and recycling operations throughout the duration of the construction project. If you are experiencing issues with garbage or recycling pick-up, please contact the project hotline at 941-417-8375 or [email protected] for assistance.

The contractor will make every effort to avoid impacts to school bus stop locations within the project limits throughout the duration of the construction project. If you are experiencing construction-related issues with school bus drop off locations, please contact the project hotline at 941-417-8375 or [email protected] for assistance. You may also contact The School District of Manatee County at (941) 708-8770 to report a transportation issue.

Once construction begins, notifications of planned activities and associated impacts will be provided to stakeholders located within the affected area via written, email and/or in-person notification(s). Updated project information is also available on the project website.

You can receive updates on the project website www.CortezLiftStation.com. This page will be regularly updated with project information. You can also call the project hotline at 941-417-8375 or email the community outreach team at [email protected].

Any project-related questions or concerns may be directed to the project hotline at 941-417-8375 or [email protected]. Questions or concerns may also be submitted by completing the form located on the “Contact Us” page.

Please visit the Manatee County Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) page for more information.

Any maintenance or infrastructure issues related to Manatee County can be submitted online by visiting the Public Works Department Manatee 311 page.

Manatee County schedules regular maintenance on all County roads. If there is a safety concern, please report the issue on the Manatee County website or contact Manatee County Public Works at (941) 708-7497.