Richmond Meadows
PROJECT NAME
Richmond Meadows
SITE
Richmond Meadows, Richmond, Ontario
CONTRACTOR
OWNER
PRODUCTS USED
Custom Box Maintenance Hole Custom 2400 X 1800 Mm Box Culverts with Low Flow Channel
ENGINEER
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Richmond Meadows is an upcoming 400+ lot subdivision designed to blend nature, recreation, and charm seamlessly. Before these beautiful homes can be built and inhabited, the foundational work must be completed—and that’s where we at MCON come in. Initially, the project specified an elliptical concrete pipe, but this presented several challenges since the nearest supplier was in the United States. This would have led to delays, increased pollution, and higher delivery costs. Determined to find a more sustainable and cost-effective solution, the developers approached MCON to collaborate closely with the consulting team.
Leveraging our expertise and innovative thinking, we were able to transition the specified product to a custom 2400 X 1800 mm box culvert with custom cast-in low flow channels. This solution not only resolved the logistical challenges but also added versatility. The box culverts allowed for easier integration of maintenance holes and bends, eliminating the need for additional chambers. This design served both as a maintenance hole and as a “pipe”, showcasing MCON’s ability to combine functionality and efficiency in one product. By manufacturing these custom structures locally, we saved time, reduced costs, and minimized the environmental impact, aligning with the client’s goals of sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
This project stands out due to its unique use of box culverts as part of the storm sewer system—an uncommon approach in the Ottawa area—and the sheer number of custom products involved. The initiative includes replicating the custom box culverts 136 times over 339 meters and delivering over 160 total structures, such as:
- 1 custom 4724 x 4267 mm chamber
- 3 custom ditch inlets
- 2 custom oil-grit separators
- 7 standard box manholes
- 136 custom box culverts
- Various standard pipes
With its scale and complexity, this project has quickly become one of our largest and most significant custom endeavours to date.