University Tank Replacement

To improve service to customers, Fairfax Water will be replacing its existing water storage tank located on the Fairfax campus of George Mason University (GMU). The existing tank controls water pressure on the campus as well as surrounding areas in Fairfax County and the City of Fairfax. These areas experience delivery pressures that are lower than those typically experienced elsewhere in Fairfax Water’s system. The replacement tank will be taller than the existing tank, which will increase delivery pressures to customers in the areas shown on the map above. Changes to the style of the tank will also ensure water quality will be maintained. The new tank will be constructed on the same site as the existing tank between University Drive and Sideburn Road as shown on the map above.

Construction Update (07/29/2019): The University Tank Replacement project, now under construction, will improve customer pressure to surrounding areas in the City of Fairfax and Fairfax County near the George Mason University Campus. The new tank will be 40 feet taller and provide more usable storage volume. Demolition of the existing tank was completed in January 2019. In April 2019, the underground support, Concrete Piles, were installed using an auger and methods to eliminate the noise and vibration of traditional hammer driven piles. On July 20th over 400 cubic yards of concrete was placed to cap the piles and serve as the foundation and support for the new water tank. In early August 2019, tank pedestal construction will commence on the pedestal portion of the new tank. The replacement tank is anticipated to be completed and placed in-service during the third quarter of 2020.

Rendering of the new tank

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