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Saturday, April 19, 2025
Updates to Beaver St. Interceptor Project for Monday (4/21) through Friday (4/25)
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of April 14
The Contractor will be excavating on Grove Street for the next round of jack and bore trenchless installation work. During this time, Grove St. will be closed at the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7 AM--4PM. Traffic turning onto Grove St from Rt. 140 will be detoured over to Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow posted detour signs for directions.
In addition, there will continue to be a construction crew conducting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the new sewer un
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: der Rte. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond St. and within the Franklin Village Mall area. No traffic impacts are expected.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete work around the top of the new pump station and within the launching chamber. In addition, civil work within the site, and mechanical work within the pump room will be occurring.
Shared from -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project Construction Update for the Week of April 7
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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project Construction Update |
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with excavation of the launching chamber, civil work within the site, and mechanical work within the pump room.
Looking ahead to the week of April 14th, the contractor is anticipating being on Grove St. During this time, Grove St. will be closed at the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7 AM -- 4 PM. Traffic turning onto Grove St from Rt. 140 will be detoured over to Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow posted detour signs for directions.
Please reference the interactive map and posted signs for details and updates.
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map as work progresses.
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Updates to Beaver St. Interceptor Project: Construction scheudule for week of March 31 - April 4
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Updates to Beaver St. Interceptor Project |
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Construction Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project for week of March 24 - 28
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Construction Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project |
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project
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Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project |
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project Construction Update for the Week of March 3
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project for week of Feb 24 to Feb 28, 2025
Monday (2/24) through Friday (2/28): The construction crew will be conducting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the new sewer under Rte. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond St. and within the Franklin Village Mall area. No traffic impacts are expected.
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Update for week of Feb 24 to Feb 28, 2025 |
Please reference the interactive map and posted signs for details and updates.
Shared from -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Update to Beaver St. Interceptor Project for Week of February 3
The construction crew will be conducting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the new sewer under Rte. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond St. and within the Franklin Village Mall area. No traffic impacts are expected.
Beaver St. Interceptor Project for Week of Feb 3 At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with formwork and concrete placement.Please reference the interactive map and posted signs for details and updates.
For more about the Project visit the project page -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project - no traffic impacts are expected for week of Jan 27, 2025
Monday (1/27) through Friday (1/31): Limited work is planned, therefore no traffic impacts are expected. Please follow the DPW Facebook page for updated information during the week.
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Beaver Street Interceptor Project - no traffic impacts are expected for week of Jan 27, 2025 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Summer 2026 - Anticipated Construction Completion
Read more -> https://franklinma.gov/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of January 20
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
BSI Construction Update for the Week of January 20th!
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of January 20
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Summer 2026 - Anticipated Construction Completion
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project - Grove St at train tracks closed between RT 140 & Forge Hill Rd
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project - Grove at train tracks closed between RT 140 & Forge Hill Rd |
Monday (1/13) - Friday (1/17): Grove Street will be closed at the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7am - 4pm. Traffic turning onto Grove Street from Rt. 140 will be detoured over to Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow posted detour signs for directions.
Please follow the DPW Facebook page for detour maps and updated information during the week.
Monday (1/13) - Friday (1/17): The construction crew will be conducting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the new sewer under Rt. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond Street and within the Franklin Village Mall Area. No traffic impacts are expected.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with formwork and concrete placement.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
Grove at train tracks closed between RT 140 & Forge Hill Rd
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
originally constructed in 1914.
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Beaver Street Interceptor Project
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Construction Update for the Week of January 6th!
Monday (1/6) - Friday (1/10): The construction crew will be preparing for and starting the jack and bore trenchless installation of the sewer under Rt. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond Street and within the Franklin Village Mall Area. No traffic impacts are expected.
Wednesday (1/8) - Friday (1/10): The construction crew will be conducting test pits and preparatory work for the future jack and bore locations on Fisher Street and Grove St. Limited traffic impacts are expected. Motorists are asked to please follow the directions of the detail officers.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete placement.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Construction Update for the Week of January 6 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor Project: Construction Update for the Week of December 16
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
BSI Construction Update for the Week of December 16th!
Monday (12/16) - Friday (12/20): The construction crew will be preparing the jacking and receiving pits for the trenchless installation of the sewer under Rt. 140. The work will be occurring off the road at 38 Pond Street and within the Franklin Village Mall Area. No traffic impacts are expected.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor
Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the last section of the pump station foundation walls.
There will be limited work occurring the week of 12/23 & 12/30 for the Christmas and New Years holiday weeks. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Beaver Street Interceptor Project: Construction Update for the Week of December 16 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Fall/Winter 2023 - Anticipated Construction Start
Summer 2026 - Anticipated Construction Completion
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction update for week of Dec 9, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
BSI Construction Update for the Week of December 9th!
Thursday (12/12) - Friday (12/13): The construction crew will be working off the road on Pond Street @ Old West Central and within the Franklin Village Area.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the last section of the pump station foundation walls.Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction update for week of Dec 9, 2024 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Beaver St Interceptor (BSI) Construction Update for the Week of December 2
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Beaver St Interceptor (BSI) Construction Update for the Week of December 2 |
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction update for Thanksgiving week, no work Thu/Fri
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project |
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! (NO WORK 11/28 & 11/29)
Monday (11/25): The construction crew will be on Grove Street in the area of 25 Grove Street (near Forge Hill Rd.) working on the Grove Street sewer siphon. All work will occur on the side of the road with little to no traffic impacts.
Tuesday (11/26) - Wednesday (11/27): The construction crew will be on Rt. 140 and Old West Central working on testing of the new sewer main. Old West Central will be a one lane road in and out. Rt. 140 will have a single lane closure. Please follow all posted detour signs and be prepared for delays.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the pump station foundation walls.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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https://apexmapping.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/sidebar/index.html?appid=8aa942ac0c4c4942826c3bf83ef253ae |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
originally constructed in 1914.
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for Week of Nov 18 - Nov 22
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for Week of Nov 18 - Nov 22 |
BSI Construction Update for the Week of November 18th!
Monday (11/18) - Friday (11/22): The construction crew will be on Grove Street in the area of 25 Grove Street (near Forge Hill Rd.) working on the Grove Street sewer siphon. All work will occur on the side of the road with little to no traffic impacts.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the pump station foundation walls.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for Week of Nov 18 - Nov 22 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of November 11
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
BSI Construction Update for the Week of November 11th!
Thank you to all the Veterans for your service!
Monday (11/11) - Wednesday (11/13): Beaver Street from RT. 140 (West Central Street) to the Franklin Recreation Center will be closed, see interactive map for location.
The road closure will be from 7am to 4pm, Monday thru Wednesday.
Those needing to access the businesses/properties and the Recycling Center located on that section of Beaver Street will be detoured over to Grove Street. Starting Monday 11/11, those needing access to Franklin Glass and the Franklin Recreation Center will enter Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow all posted detour signs and be prepared for delays. Note that all businesses on Beaver Street remain open and accessible, please follow posted signs for access.
On Thursday 11/14 and Friday 11/15, the Construction Crew will be on Rt. 140 in front of Dunkin' Donuts. A single lane closure will be in place between 7am to 4pm.
Also on Friday 11/15, the Construction Crew will be in front of 664 Old West Central. Old West Central/Pond Street will be closed starting at Rolling Ridge to where Old West Central and Pond Street meet. The detour via Hilltop and Rolling Ridge will be in place. Please use caution in this area and follow the posted speed limit signs.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the pump station foundation walls.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of November 11 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Saturday, November 2, 2024
Beaver Street Interceptor Project Construction Update for Week of Nov 4 - 8 (Beaver St detour continues)
Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Beaver Street Interceptor Project Construction Update for Week of Nov 4 - 8 (Beaver St detour continues) |
Monday (11/4) - Friday (11/8): Beaver Street from RT. 140 (West Central Street) to the Franklin Recreation Center will be closed, see interactive map for location. The road closure will be from 7am to 4pm, Monday thru Friday.
Those needing to access Beaver Street and the businesses/properties located on that section of Beaver Street will be detoured over to Grove Street. Please follow all posted detour signs and be prepared for delays. Note that all businesses on Beaver Street remain open and accessible, please follow posted signs for access.
At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the pump station foundation walls.
Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.
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Beaver Street Interceptor Project Construction Update for Week of Nov 4 - 8 |
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
Read more -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project