Background
The outlet pipe for the Upper Beaver Brook Dam just west of Denver, CO had reached a critical state of failure, posing a significant threat to the dam’s functionality and the surrounding ecosystem. Replacing the pipe through traditional methods would have required draining the lake—a process that would disrupt aquatic life and take years to refill. To preserve the environment and minimize operational downtime, an innovative, non-invasive solution was essential.
Solution Implementation
United Pipeline Systems tackled this challenge by utilizing a cutting-edge Tite Liner® HDPE liner installation method to rehabilitate the failing outlet pipe. Instead of excavating the damaged infrastructure or draining the lake, the team pushed an HDPE liner through the existing host pipe. This streamlined process avoided disrupting the lake’s ecosystem while restoring the structural integrity of the outlet pipe.
Our Tite Liner® HDPE, known for its durability and corrosion resistance, was carefully sized and installed to ensure a secure fit within the host pipe. This method not only eliminated the need for extensive digging but also reduced the time and cost typically associated with such rehabilitation projects.
Results
- Preserved Ecosystem: By avoiding the need to drain the lake, aquatic life was protected, and the lake’s natural state was maintained.
- Minimized Disruption: The innovative liner installation minimized surface disturbances and eliminated the need for large-scale excavation.
- Enhanced Durability: Tite Liner® HDPE provides a long-term solution, resistant to corrosion and capable of withstanding high pressures, ensuring the dam’s outlet pipe will perform reliably for years to come.
This successful project highlights United Pipeline Systems’ commitment to delivering efficient, eco-friendly infrastructure solutions for even the most challenging rehabilitation needs.