Cross street Vale Rd and Newton St project location
Project Update: July 10, 2026
The project has been bid to a General Contractor and is being awarded to the lowest qualified bidder. Construction is expected to start as soon as July 2026.
Project Background
The Lakevale Estates Collections system was identified as in need of a capacity increase to handle flows in the neighborhood.
Project Description
The Lakevale Estates Collection Improvements project aims to increase the capacity of the system downstream of the Lakevale Estates Pump Station in order to increase capacity to mitigate current and future risk of sewer surcharging. The current project scope includes replacement of the existing gravity sewer, between manhole 037-4-003 (near 2419 Newton Street) and manhole 038-03-011 (near 9829 Vale Road), with larger diameter pipe using open-cut construction.
Project Location
The project is located in the Providence and Hunter Mill Districts and the Difficult Run watershed near Vale Rd.
Existing Pump Station and Forcemain Location
The project area consists of Newton Street and Vale Rd and ends at Flint Hill Elementary School.
Project Phase
We are currently in the award phase and once the project is finalized being awarded construction will commence.
Project Benefits
It is expected the improvements will serve the surrounding community for at least the next 50 years. The Lakevale Estates Collection Improvements project will:
Prevent costly emergency repairs.
Provide residents with safe, reliable utility infrastructure.
Reduce risks to public health and the environment.
Timeline
Construction Contract Bidding and Acceptance Expected Spring 2026
Construction is Estimated to start Summer of 2026
What to Expect
During construction expect traffic detours that will be updated as construction moves through the area.
Contact
For more information, please email elizabeth.merin@fairfaxcounty.gov Engineer II, Wastewater Design and Construction Division, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, or call 703-324-5111, TTY 711.