The community members will not be able to pass through the onshore construction site, but the sea portion will remain accessible. The community members will be able to launch their boat from the Itivia boat launch and access sea. While at sea, the construction team will not be in the community member’s way. We are expecting that approximately 27 days will be needed for the on-shore construction, which includes:

  • Approximately 11 days of work for the installation of the pipe;
  • Approximately 16 days of waiting time to get the Bay clear of ice.

Once construction will be completed, the Melvin Bay area where the Saline Water Diffuser is, will be accessible for anyone in
the community.

Note that the number of days required for the construction are subject to change.