Underground pump test
What: Pump Test to assist with the design of the tunnel and stations.
Where: Within the east commuter parking lot (area of Eglinton West Station).
When: August 2012
Work Details
Borehole pump tests will now be conducted to gather data needed to assess existing hydrogeological conditions along Eglinton. Small boreholes have been drilled to monitor water levels during the pumping tests. The monitoring wells will be left in place to be used in future phases of construction.
How will this impact you?
The work to be performed under this project includes installation of pumping wells, water monitoring wells, and a temporary generator which will be used to power the testing operations.
- Drilling of pumping well and monitoring wells and pumping of water
- Setting up the generator to power the test pump
- Delivery of equipment and materials
- Construction signs to notify drivers, pedestrians and cyclists of construction activity and parking limits
- Normal construction noise should be expected. However, the generator will be placed in a noise reduction box.
Work Hours
Once installation of the pumping well, monitoring wells and test set-up is in place, the test will operate continuously for 24 hours a day for a period of four to five days.
Traffic Details/Parking
During this phase of construction, pumping wells will be located in the east commuter parking lot beside Eglinton West station. Vehicles performing work off of Eglinton Avenue will stay parked overnight and will require approximately four parking spots in the south-west corner of the lot, next to the Allen Northbound ramp. To minimize inconvenience wherever possible, work will take place outside traffic lanes or on public property adjacent to the roadway.
Pedestrian Access/Walkways
Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times. Tubing will be visible near the site, please take extra care while travelling near construction.
