Broward House Septic System Replacement

About the Project

Project scope: Septic System Replacement / Utility Infrastructure

At Broward House in North Jacksonville, an outdated and failing septic system called for more than a like-for-like replacement. The property served as an occupied government office on a historic landmark site. Its wastewater infrastructure needed to support continued use while respecting the building, the grounds, and the history beneath them.

Working as general contractor for the National Park Service, we replaced the existing system with new holding tanks and a new, extended drain field. The work combined essential underground utility improvements with careful planning around an occupied property and a sensitive historic setting.

Replacing a Failing System—and Rethinking Its Location

The scope included furnishing and installing the new septic system and abandoning the existing system. Rather than simply replacing components in their original locations, the team relocated the holding tanks and drain field away from the building and parking area. This expanded wastewater capacity while creating better access to the building.

Careful Construction on Historic Grounds

Excavation at a historic landmark required attention to what could not be disturbed as well as what needed to be installed. With supervision from the preservation society, our crew carried out the work without disturbing historical artifacts. Coordination with National Park Service requirements and regulatory obligations shaped a site-conscious approach to the underground improvements.

Infrastructure That Supports the Property’s Next Chapter

The completed system provides updated, expanded wastewater capacity and a more practical site layout for the people using Broward House. Relocating the infrastructure improved access while supporting the continued operation of the property. The project also marked our first completed solicitation request for the National Park Service—a milestone built on careful execution in a setting where preservation mattered.