Client: Severn Trent Water
Sector: Infrastructure
Location: Birmingham, UK
Project overview
The Birmingham Resilience Project is a vital infrastructure scheme designed to ensure a secure and sustainable water supply for over 1.2 million people in the West Midlands. Severn Trent Water required comprehensive ground investigation services to inform the design and construction of an alternative pipeline route and related infrastructure.
Our approach
GIP was selected to deliver a robust ground investigation that provided the essential data needed to support the development of this large-scale Project. Our services included:
- Extensive site investigation – conducting borehole drilling, trial pits, and geophysical surveys across multiple locations to assess ground conditions along the proposed pipeline route.
- Specialist in-situ testing – carrying out standard penetration tests (SPTS), permeability testing, and groundwater monitoring to capture accurate data on soil strength and water flow.
- Geo-environmental analysis – evaluating soil and water samples in our laboratory to identify any contamination risks or environmental considerations.
- Detailed reporting and recommendations – providing comprehensive reports that included geotechnical insights and design recommendations to support the project’s construction phase.
Project challenges and solutions
The project’s scale and route complexity presented significant challenges, including variable ground conditions and areas with sensitive environmental constraints. Our expertise and precise investigations enabled us to identify potential risks early, ensuring the project design was optimised to mitigate ground-related issues and minimise environmental impact.
Results
Our reliable data and tailored recommendations helped Severn Trent Water and the project team proceed with confidence, ensuring the Birmingham Resilience Project stayed on schedule and within budget. The new infrastructure now plays a key role in delivering a more resilient water supply to the region.
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