Update: May 13, 2025
The City of Statesville is continuing to move forward with the emergency infrastructure repair at the intersection of Tradd Street and E. Front Street. Country Boy Landscaping & Construction was awarded the contract following a formal bid process, and the contract was approved by City Council at the May 5, 2025 meeting.
At this time, the contract has not yet been executed. The City is currently awaiting receipt of the required performance bonds from the contractor. Once the bonds are received, anticipated by next week, the City will execute the contract. This will trigger the official 45-day timeline for project completion.
To expedite the project and minimize disruption, there will be no work hour restrictions. Due to the commercial nature of the area and the urgency to restore full access, the contractor will be allowed to work extended hours as needed to complete the repairs as quickly and safely as possible.
This critical repair project will address underground failures in the storm and sanitary sewer systems, improve public safety, and reduce the risk of future flooding in the area. We appreciate the public’s continued patience and cooperation as we move closer to the start of construction.
Update: April 11, 2025
The City of Statesville continues to move forward with the emergency infrastructure repair at Tradd and E. Front Street, aimed at restoring and replacing critical sanitary and storm sewer systems. This project will not only address an underground failure but also improve safety and reduce flooding risk in the area.
As of April 9, 2025, the formal bid advertisement for the project was issued and will remain posted for the required 9-day period. This marks a key step in the emergency repair process, allowing the city to move efficiently toward selecting a qualified contractor.
(View the Advertisement for Bids here)
Upcoming Project Timeline
*Note: The city is hoping to receive three or more bids in order to proceed with the May 2 opening as scheduled. If fewer than three are received, the bid will need to be extended by 7–10 additional days, at which time all bids will be opened and read. Once a winner is selected, city staff will present the bid to Council for approval at the next regular meeting.
Once the contract is executed, the selected contractor will submit the required bonds, and the City will issue a formal Notice to Proceed. While this phase typically takes about three weeks, the city will work as quickly as possible to move through this process and minimize any delays. After receiving the Notice to Proceed, the contractor will have 45 calendar days to complete the work.
Stay tuned for further updates as we work to restore Tradd and E. Front Street safely and efficiently.
Statesville, NC – March 27, 2025 – The intersection of S. Tradd Street and E. Front Street in Downtown Statesville has once again been temporarily closed due to an infrastructure issue caused by aging utility lines beneath the roadway.
While this may feel like déjà vu for some downtown visitors and businesses, the City of Statesville and Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) are working proactively – together with the Statesville Chamber of Commerce – to not only address the repair swiftly but also support downtown businesses throughout the process.
Key Features & Community Benefits
Project Timeline & Investment
Funding & Stakeholders
Why This Project Matters
Unexpected infrastructure failures like sinkholes can present serious safety hazards and service disruptions. By acting quickly under an emergency repair process, the City of Statesville is working to restore the area swiftly and responsibly, ensuring public safety and system reliability. Stay tuned for updates as this emergency project moves forward.
