Chicago Sewer Tunnel System 1936
Client
City of Chicago
Industry
Government
Delivery Method
General Contractor
Architect
Project Profile
Michuda Construction was entrusted with delivering vital sewer system upgrades, working to expand and modernize Chicago’s infrastructure. The scope included excavations, pipeline installations, and the construction of subterranean channels to improve the city’s wastewater management system.
PROJECT PROFILE City of Chicago Sewer System Expansion Location: Chicago, Illinois Client: City of Chicago Delivery Method: General Contractor Completion Date: 1936
PROJECT OVERVIEW
In 1936, Michuda Construction undertook the monumental task of expanding the City of Chicago's sewer system, an infrastructure project critical to public health and the city’s burgeoning growth.
PROJECT SCOPE
The scope of work included:
Massive Sewer Line Expansion: Installing miles of sewer lines to enhance drainage and reduce flooding in key urban areas.
Complex Urban Integration: Tying new infrastructure into existing sewer networks to ensure seamless functionality across the city.
Public Health Improvements: Constructing systems designed to manage waste more effectively, improving sanitary conditions for Chicago’s rapidly growing population.
Michuda utilized innovative engineering techniques of the era to execute the project efficiently while focusing on minimizing disruptions to city life.
PROJECT OUTCOME
The completed sewer system expansion transformed Chicago’s ability to manage waste and mitigate flooding, laying a foundation for the city’s future growth.
LEGACY Michuda’s work on the City of Chicago Sewer System remains a testament to the company’s dedication to quality, integrity, and service to the public. This project solidified Michuda’s position as a leader in infrastructure development.