Well construction projects

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Raw water supply wells

The City of Port St. Lucie has contracted with Florida Design Drilling, LLC, for the design and construction of nine raw water supply wells and approximately 3.5 miles of raw water main piping to increase the City’s potable water supply system capacity, operational flexibility and resiliency. Three wells will be located in the northwest and six in the southwest of the City.

Employees from the City and their subcontractor and subconsultants will be in the project area gathering information for design, permitting and construction of the proposed improvements.

This work will include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

• Surveying and geotechnical engineering services
• Hydrogeological and engineering design services
• Raw water main construction
• Raw water supply well drilling and construction 

Frequently asked questions

When did construction begin?

Construction began November 2025.

What should I expect during construction?

You may notice:

  • Temporary detours, dust, and construction activity on nearby roads and sidewalks.
  • Some noise and vibration from heavy equipment.
  • Short-term closures of sidewalks or roadways as work progresses.
  • We’ll coordinate with nearby homeowners in advance. Orange cones and signage will guide drivers and pedestrians safely around work zones.

What will the well site look like during construction?

  • A drill rig approximately 45 feet tall will be used for the below-grade portion of the well.
  • Additional equipment may include water and slurry tanks, cement and slaker trucks, cranes, and other support vehicles.

How long will work be happening near my home?

  • Work near individual properties will be limited and is not expected to last more than 12 consecutive months.
  • Weather and unforeseen factors may affect the schedule.

How long will the entire project last?

  • Construction will occur in phases (well drilling, pipe installation, facility construction).
  • You’ll receive advance notice before each phase begins.
  • The full project is expected to continue through 2029.

Will I still have access to my property?

Yes. All work will take place in public areas. There are no plans to work near homes or private property.

Will my water service be interrupted?

No. Your water service will not be affected during this project. 

When will everything be restored?

  • Restoration will occur at the end of each construction phase.
  • If the project is completed in stages, restoration will happen as each stage wraps up.
  • Weather or project changes may affect the timeline. 

What will the well site look like after construction?

  • The well will be housed in a concrete block and stucco building.
  • A privacy fence and landscaping will be installed around the perimeter.

Who can I contact with questions?

Contact the Project Team at 772-304-0495 or Info@themerchantstrategy.com.

  

Injection well

The City of Port St. Lucie is moving forward with an important utility project to strengthen our community’s long‑term water supply. The City has hired Florida Design Drilling, LLC to build a new Class I injection well system, which includes two deep injection wells and a dual‑zone monitoring well. 

This project supports the City’s effort to expand and improve our drinking water system, adding flexibility and resilience as Port St. Lucie’s population continues to grow. The injection wells safely dispose of the concentrated brackish water that comes from the reverse‑osmosis treatment process used to produce clean drinking water. 

Frequently asked questions

When did construction begin? 
Construction began September 2026.

What should I expect during construction? You may notice:

  • Heavy equipment and/or increased truck traffic.
  • Some noise and vibration from heavy equipment.

What will the well site look like during construction?

  • A drill rig approximately 130 feet tall will be used for the below-grade portion of the well.
  • Additional equipment may include water and slurry tanks, cement and slaker trucks, cranes and other support vehicles.

How long will the entire project last?
The full project is expected to continue through 2029. 

Will I still have access to my property?
Yes. All work will take place in public areas. There are no plans to work near homes or private property.

Will my water service be interrupted?
No. Your water service will not be affected during this project.

What will the Class I injection wells inject?
The City is constructing a reverse-osmosis (R.O.) treatment plant. The R.O. treatment plant will treat brackish water withdrawn from the Floridan Aquifer to produce drinkable water. The byproduct of the potable-water treatment process, primarily a concentrated brackish water, will be injected into the injection wells.

Are the injection wells a risk to Florida's drinking water?
No. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) regulations require injection wells to be drilled thousands of feet below the lowermost underground sources of drinking water. They rely on deep, confined rock formations and multiple protective layers of casing and cement to ensure no injected fluid mixes with fresh drinking water aquifers.

How are the injection wells monitored?
FDEP strictly enforces the Underground Injection Control Program. Well operators must utilize continuous on-site monitoring, perform daily reporting of physical properties and flow rates, and conduct continuous checks of well pressures to detect potential leaks.

Who can I contact with questions?
Contact the project team at 772-304-0495 or info@themerchantstrategy.com.

Contact details

DiscoveryCIP@cityofpsl.com
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