South Bloomfield Highlands Water Main Installation

Assessment District (SAD) majority approved by the South Bloomfield Highlands Residents, the existing water main distribution system in the South Bloomfield Highlands Subdivision is being replaced. The scope of work includes replacing the existing well system with an 8-inch diameter water main, replacing hydrants and gate valves, and abandoning the existing water main and well system. The new system will be tied over to the existing municipal water supply, which will eliminate the need for replacement and long-term maintenance of the existing well system.  The project design is complete and the contract has been awarded to Hubbell, Roth & Clark (HRC).

Letters to Residents

August 14, 2024
Homeowner Checklist to Review with Your Plumbing Contractor

May 30, 2024
South Bloomfield Highlands Staking Notification

March 6, 2024
South Bloomfield Highlands Water Main Replacement Project Introduction

Project Phases

The project is divided into x phases*. Homeowners will be contacted prior to work beginning in their area. The map below shows the current status of the project phases.

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Homeowner Responsibility

After the new water main has been placed into service, residents will be required to coordinate their individual water meter installation and service connections from the stop box to the home with a plumbing contractor. This work will need to be completed within ninety (90) days, and homeowners will be notified when this window of time begins. Please refer to this homeowner checklist for specific requirements and questions to review with your selected plumbing contractor.

Homeowners/contractors will need to obtain a plumbing permit from the Bloomfield Township Building Department. This permit will be provided at no cost to the homeowner. This will ensure that the residential service line connection is completed properly, and help us track the progress of each phase. More information on this can be found here.

Project Contacts

Below we have some commonly asked questions. Residents are also encouraged to attend any of the Public Information Meetings we have scheduled. Should you have any immediate questions or concerns about the project that are not answered here, please feel free to contact any of the individuals listed here.

Project Overview
March 6, 2024 SBH approves SAD for replacement. Township engineers initiate design and bid process.
April 2, 2024 Public Information Meeting #1 with Township engineers.
May 30, 2024 Survey Stakes placed.
  SBH makes request to expedite project due to failing system.
  Public Information Meeting #2 with Township engineers.
September 23, 2024 Board of Trustees award project to contractor.
October 22, 2024 Pre-Construction meeting.
November 11, 2024 Phase 1 begins.
TBD Phase 2-5 start.
   
   
  Residents receive first assessment on tax bill.
  Due date for first tax bill assessment.
*All projected project dates are subject to change.

Engineering and Environmental Services Department

  • Management of project design.
  • Contractor evaluation and selection.
  • Project management with contractor.
  • Communication with residents with project updates.

R. Corey Almas, P.E. Director, EESD
4200 Telegraph Road
Bloomfield Township, MI
48303
248.594.2807
calmas@bloomfieldtwp.org

Planning, Building, and Ordinance Department

  • Providing building permits and inspection services.
  • Maintaining records of completion.

Chris Fox
Building Official, PBO
4200 Telegraph Road
Bloomfield Township, MI
48303
248.594.2847
cfox@bloomfieldtwp.org

Public Works Department

Assessing Department

  • Implementing special assessment disbursements on tax bills.

FAQs

Why is this work being done now?

The water system that serves the South Bloomfield Highlands Subdivision is a private well system installed in the 1940's which has reached the end of its useful life.

Why do we have to get our own plumbing contractor?

Why do residents have to complete their connection to the new water system within ninety (90) days?

Because the existing water distribution and well system will be taken offline, it will be crucial that residents connect to the new system in a timely manner. The water main installation will be constructed in a phased manner, and residents will be notified once your water main is available for connection.

I have concerns about completing the service connection within the ninety (90) day window. Is this flexible?

Actually, your plumbing contractor can perform the necessary work any time leading up to the project! There is no need to wait until your phase is under construction. We encourage residents to start selecting their plumbing contractor right away and schedule the work as soon as convenient. Then when work on your phase begins, your home will be ready.

How long will my water be shut off?

How much will this cost me and why do the residents need to pay for this?

When will the project be complete?

*All projected project dates are subject to change.