Black River Storage & Conveyance Tunnel

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Location

Lorain, Ohio, USA

Scope of Supply

7.0 m (23.0 ft) Double Shield TBM and Continuous Conveyors

Tunnel Length

1.7 km (1.0 mi)

Ground Condition

Hard Rock

 

Double Shield Will Move Muck Below Black River

  • The TBM and conveyors will be assembled in a deep shaft using Onsite First Time Assembly (OFTA)
  • Once complete, the tunnel will reduce storm water overflows into Lake Erie and curb basement flooding during heavy rains