Somerset Phase 5 Stormwater Pond Remediation SWM-PD7 - EIS-ES-25-11

Project: Somerset Phase 5 Stormwater Pond Remediation SWM-PD7 - EIS-ES-25-11

Construction Dates: August 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025

Location: Port Dover, ON

This notice is to provide public notification of the pending rehabilitation of Somerset Phase 5 stormwater management pond located between Donjon Boulevard and Newport Lane, Port Dover.  

Norfolk County has awarded a contract to Marbelle Group Inc. to undertake the rehabilitation works including dewatering, wildlife management, sediment removal and disposal, replacement of an outlet structure, berm restoration, slope regrading, and general site restoration. A location map and site plan has been provided as an attachment to this notice.

Project Scope

The general scope of work may include, but is not limited to, the following activities:
•    Establishing temporary site access
•    Installation and removal of fencing, sediment and erosion controls
•    Pre-construction sediment volume survey
•    Pond dewatering and bypass for inflows
•    Capture and relocation of fish and aquatic wildlife
•    Excavation and removal of accumulated sediment
•    Disposal of sediment at an off-site location
•    Regrading the forebay and main cell banks
•    Forebay berm repairs
•    Replacement of existing outlet structure
•    Rip rap placement
•    Site restoration to original or better condition

Construction Schedule

The project has been awarded to Marbelle Group Inc The contractor is expected to mobilize to the site after August 1st, 2025, with an anticipated completion date of October 31st, 2025.

Information for Homeowners

Transportation Impacts (Pedestrians | Cyclists)

Due to the size of the facility and restricted work area, this project will result in temporary restrictions/closure of the sidewalks and pathways adjacent to the stormwater management facility. For the safety and wellbeing of yourself and any pets, please stay out of the designated construction area during this project.

Driveway Access and On-Street Parking

The contractor is required to maintain access to all homes during construction.  There will be occasions when you may experience some delays, lack of service and inconvenience. Every effort will be made by the contractor to minimize these occurrences as well as communicate when they are to occur. Through this project, it is unlikely there will be any disruptions with respect to driveway/property access.
We do ask that you refrain from parking on the street during construction activities as this can delay things and prolong the construction period.

Lawn Sprinkler Systems

All work is to be completed on Norfolk County-owned property. It is unlikely that any private sprinkler systems will be affected by this project. However, we ask that if you have underground lawn sprinkler systems, please clearly mark the locations of sprinkler heads adjacent the stormwater management facility, road and/or sidewalk access.

Tree & Vegetation Removals

With every construction project comes the removal of some trees, shrubs or other vegetation for various reasons. Some are at the end of their life span, while others may be affected due to the constrained work site and the need for access by trucks and equipment. Trees deemed to present a hazard or conflict with the construction activities will be removed as part of this project. Norfolk County will evaluate the potential for appropriate tree planting opportunities after construction is complete.

Project Contact Information

Project Manager                    
Chris Dunn, C.E.T.                    
Manager, Stormwater and Drainage
Norfolk County        
 (519) 426-5870 x 8041
chris.dunn@norfolkcounty.ca

Contractor    
Peter Conte
Project Manager/ Estimator
Marbelle Group Inc.
289-228-2933
peter@marbellegroup.com

After-Hours Emergency
1-877-298-5888

If you have any comments, questions, or concerns about the Pine Ridge Estates Stormwater Pond Remediation Project, please contact Chris Dunn, Project Manager, at 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, extension 8041.

Thank you for your understanding.