Force Main Receiving Shaft
(Microtunnel entry shaft)

 


Overview of site as freeze pipes are being installed.

 


Overview of shaft shortly after freeze-down commenced.

 


Overview of freeze plants and manifold system.

 


Top view of shaft during excavation using a "core barrel" drill method for drilling the entire 13-ft. diameter at once.

 


Top view of shaft, walls covered with insulation and shaft ready for microtunnel machine preparation.

 

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