Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
North Shore 1 Contract 10-047-3S
Project Overview
The Villages of Winnetka, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Evanston local sewer system flows into a series of large diameter pipes owned and maintained by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD). These pipes, known as interceptor sewers, convey regional flows to an MWRD treatment plant. An inspection of the North Shore 1 intercepting sewer by the MWRD showed the presence of sewage solids deposits, root intrusions, infiltration, offset joints, broken connections, and concrete erosion. The sewer was constructed back in 1913 and has been in constant service since it went online. In order to restore the hydraulic and structural integrity of this aging sewer, it needs to be rehabilitated. In addition, physical inspections of the manholes revealed cracks and holes in the walls and bases of the manholes. As with the main sewer line, in order to restore the structural integrity of these structures, the manholes need to be rehabilitated as well.
Existing Conditions
The rehabilitation of 14,400+ linear feet of sewer lines and Manholes from Winnetka to Wilmette Illinois. Plus additional New Manholes to be installed in Evanston Illinois.
Progress Photos
Starting in the Southernmost point of the project in Wilmette, Inliner has started the rehabilitation process. Inliner will continue to move North to complete the entirety of the project by the end of 2025 weather permitting.
Final Product Photos
Project Work Overview
Sewer Relining and Manhole Rehabilitation on Sheridan Rd. from Cherry Rd. Winnetka, IL to Sheridan Rd. Bridge or approximately 613 Sheridan Rd., Wilmette, IL. (Roughly 2.5 miles.)
Three individual manhole locations for new manholes to be installed at:
703 Sheridan Rd., Evanston, IL | 525 Sheridan Square., Evanston, IL | 7799 N. Sheridan Rd. Evanston, IL
Type of Work Performed
Sewer manhole inspections by man entry, sewer televising and maintenance repairs. 23 total manhole locations need to be accessed. Installation/Excavation of 7 Shaft locations for installing new sewer pipe for rehabilitation via Slip lining Method which is a trenchless technology.
Project Timeline
The overall project consists of multiple phases, with a total project duration of up to 3 years to complete the work in all communities by November 2026. At this time progress is ahead of schedule and the majority of the project will be completed by the end of 2025 weather permitting.
Schedule/Phasing
The work will be performed in phases starting from the South and working North. To install the sewer pipe via slip lining, we need an insertion shaft and a receiving shaft. We will not be opening more than 2 shafts for extended periods of time. Typically, two shafts will be open for 3-4 months as we install the new sewer pipe in between the two shafts. There may be a short time when there is a third shaft open when we plan to move between work areas.
Work Time
7AM to 7PM daily work including Saturday, weather permitting.
The actual work will be only accessing one manhole at a time for 1-2 hours for an initial inspection of approximately 23 manholes. Following the inspection, we will return to approximately 8 of the manholes for televising via robotic and man entry. The televising will be 3-4 hours. If the weather allows, we could realistically complete all the maintenance work in 1 week, but it could take up to 1 month.
Current Improvements
October 2025
There will be cleaning and televising activities performed within the Village of Winnetka between Winnetka Ave. and Fuller Ln. on Sheridan Rd.
What to expect
Temporary daily lane closures, equipment running throughout the day to perform the necessary activities including multiple large trucks to remove the debris within the sewer.
There will be new sewer lining material installation activities being performed within the Village of Wilmette near Chestnut Ave.
What to expect
Continued permanent lane closures, heavy truck traffic delivering sewer lining materials.
There will be new sewer lining material installation activities being performed within the Village of Kenilworth near 10th St.
What to expect
Continued permanent lane closures, heavy truck traffic delivering sewer lining materials.
There will be a shaft opening restoration activities within the Village of Wilmette near Abingdon Ave. on Sheridan Rd.
What to expect
Permanent lane closures, heavy restoration work resulting in loud machinery to be running throughout the day.
Future Improvements
November to December 2025
There will be continued cleaning activities performed within the Village of Winnetka on Sheridan Rd.
What to expect
Temporary daily lane closures, equipment running throughout the day to perform the necessary activities including multiple large trucks to remove the debris within the sewer.
There will be continued new sewer lining material installation activities being performed within the Villages of Wilmette and Winnetka.
What to expect
Continued permanent lane closures, heavy truck traffic delivering sewer lining materials.
There will be Manhole Rehabilitation activities, exact location is to be determined at this time.
What to expect
Temporary daily lane closures, equipment running throughout the day to perform the necessary activities including concrete trucks and large trucks delivering material.
There will be grouting activities within the Villages of Wilmette and Kenilworth between Oxford Rd. and Woodstock Ave. on Sheridan Rd.
What to expect
Continued permanent lane closures, heavy concrete truck activity for 3-4 days at a time resulting in long durations of loud continuous noise to keep the concrete stable and usable for these activities.
There will be a shaft opening restoration activities within the Village of Wilmette near Chestnut Ave. on Sheridan Rd.
What to expect
Permanent lane closures, heavy restoration work resulting in loud machinery to be running throughout the day.
Contact Us
Inlinersolutions@puriscorp.com
833-226-3144
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my utilities (i.e. Water, Sewer or Electric) be affected?
No there will not be any limiting of Water, Sewer or Electric usage.
Will there be traffic impacts?
Occasionally on Northbound Sheridan Road there will be temporary daytime lane closures, additionally at certain phases of the project there will be permanent lane closures for a period of up to 3 months.
How long will this project take?
The scheduled duration of the project is 1,000 calendar days or 3 years.
What contractors can you expect to see on our job site?
Airy’s Inc. (Excavation) – AMS Elite Solutions, LLC (Trucking)- MCSP (Manhole Rehab) – MixOnSite USA, Inc. (Annular Grouting) – J&J Underground (Cleaning & Televising) – Work Zone Safety, Inc. (Traffic Control) – Nadar (Drone Survey)
What is the purpose of this project?
To rehabilitate 14,000 feet of 90 inch, 100-year-old combination (sanitary and storm) sewer lines as preventative maintenance.
Inliner Solutions, a PURIS Company, has over 25 years experience in the rehabilitation industry and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions to become one of the largest privately held wastewater infrastructure renewal construction companies in North America. As an established leader in the infrastructure renewal industry with 18 offices and more than 650 employees, Inliner has the financial strength, industry expertise, staff leadership, and technical capabilities to meet nationwide demand.