Geotechnical surveys on Hydro-Québec property in the Hampstead substation area

Work parameters

• Nine boreholes (7–8 m deep) in the soil and rock to determine the bearing capacity of the soil
• Two boreholes (7–8 m deep) in the soil and rock along the railway line, one to be used in the seismic classification of the site
• Plastic tubes inserted in all boreholes to allow further observations of water table levels
• November 25 to December 6, 2019

Impacts

• Use of a drill rig by technicians and geotechnical experts
• Truck traffic and moderate noise levels

Work schedule

Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Reason for work

Hydro-Québec is doing this work as part of the Aqueduc–Saraguay project to upgrade the electrical system between Aqueduc and Saraguay substations.