Knoxville Downtown Infrastructure Replacement
- Tennessee
Engineering
Geomatics
The Challenge
Knoxville's central business district is a hub for numerous businesses and hosts various events year-round. The Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) needed to modernize by replacing outdated cast iron water lines beneath the district. This underground space was also congested with utilities and trolley tracks, some dating back to the 1890s, which made minimizing disruptions a key priority. Barge Design Solutions developed a comprehensive plan to replace the wastewater system and improve the natural gas and electric duct bank infrastructure.
The Solution
Barge pulled mapping records, including the original hand-drawn utility notes, to research the previous infrastructure. Designers and surveyors collaborated to lay out and review data for an accurate survey that could be used to design the project. This work enabled a productive installation that minimized utility outages.
The Result
Barge's successful completion of the Knoxville utility infrastructure replacement project demonstrates their ability to address complex infrastructure challenges while minimizing disruptions to the community. Their thorough planning, accurate surveys, and expertise in utility design and installation were instrumental in achieving a positive outcome.
By the Numbers
- 2023The best architectural firm according to Modern HealthcareReliable PartnerBarge Design Solutions (Barge) has been ranked as a top architecture firm for 2023 by Modern Healthcare.
25,000
25,000 Linear Feet
Linear Feet of Water Line Replaced
22,000
Linear Feet of Wastewater Mains Replaced or Rehabilitated
400
400 Feet of Gas Lines
Feet of Natural Gas Lines Installed
1,200
Feet of Electric Duct Bank Installed