Blackford Rail Freight Terminal

Project Description

Design and build of a new Rail freight depot hardstanding for Highland Spring.

Site clearance
The removal of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) from the existing derelict building and demolition of the building
Channel re-sectioning of the adjacent Allan Water
Earthworks for the site, including ground improvement works
Construction of acoustic barrier fencing running along the southern boundary of the site
Construction of a two-way access road, including waiting areas and turning circles
Construction of mass concrete running slabs to facilitate movement of gantry crane, including piled foundations and pile cap to be contractor design element
Construction of a lay-down area adjacent to the proposed sidings
Construction of a concrete slab to locate a prefabricated office and welfare unit
Application of Hardipave (grouted macadam) throughout all blacktop surface areas
Access junction and associated footway/drainage works for connection to the existing B8081 road which runs through Blackford town
Drainage works including diversion of a small diameter foul sewer rising main
Installation of all electrical and telecoms infrastructure required for the operation of the site, including a 11kV transformer