Boardwalk Piping

Project Overview

This project focused on the phased design and replacement of critical piping infrastructure beneath an active boardwalk environment, ensuring minimal disruption to operations while improving long-term system reliability, accessibility, and maintainability.

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50% Design Phase

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The initial phase began with a collaborative review of existing marked-up drawings to define end-user requirements and align project goals. The design team evaluated key considerations for replacing piping beneath the boardwalk, including material selection, corrosion resistance, thermal expansion, structural support requirements, and ease of future maintenance.

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Enhancements were incorporated to improve system functionality and accessibility, such as adding isolation and drain valves for each bungalow, integrating appropriate pipe supports, and designing access hatches within the boardwalk to allow above-grade valve access. A preliminary construction phasing plan was also developed, outlining a zone-based approach with isolation valves and parallel piping installation to maintain service continuity during demolition and replacement.

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100% Design Phase

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During the final design phase, the project was further refined with input to ensure constructability and efficiency in execution. Additional considerations included bacteriological testing, site access and safety requirements (such as fall protection, barricades, and equipment staging), and system isolation protocols prior to construction.

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The construction phasing plan was finalized to support a safe and streamlined implementation, and comprehensive digital drawings were delivered. All designs were developed in compliance with the building code at the facility, ensuring adherence to applicable standards and project requirements.

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