TRWRA Tunnel Project

Construction and upgrades

Project Update (May 2026) 

 The Two Rivers Water Reclamation Authority (TRWRA), along with its project partners, is continuing work to replace the aging Pleasure Bay Interceptor and Main Pump Station in Monmouth Beach. Construction is currently underway in both Monmouth Beach and Oceanport. 

The project is expected to be substantially complete in early 2028, with final restoration finished by summer 2028. 

Once construction is complete: 

  • Monmouth Beach: The baseball field will be rebuilt in its current location, and the berm, fencing, and landscaping between the field and treatment plant will be restored.  
  • Oceanport (Sommers Scout Park): Walking paths and grassy areas will be fully restored.  

 We will continue to share updates on this page and hold community meetings as needed. 

 

 Oceanport (Sommers Scout Park) – What to Expect (May–September 2026) 

  • Early May (about 3 weeks): Work will take place around the clock (24/7) to finish tunnel excavation. Overnight activity will be minimized where possible, but continuous work is required for safety.  
  • Late May: Tunneling is expected to be completed, and work will return to normal daytime hours.  
  • June–August: Installation of sewer pipe within the tunnel will take place. Residents may notice pipe deliveries to Sommers Scout Park and Blackberry Bay Park.  
  • September: The tunneling contractor will finish work and leave the site. The next phase of construction will follow shortly after.  

 

Monmouth Beach – What to Expect (May–September 2026) 

  • May–July: Pipe installation will continue between Meadow Avenue and the Sands Point North tennis courts and pool.  
    • Access to Meadow Avenue will remain open.  
    • Sands Point North facilities will not be impacted. 
    • Sheeting and shoring will be installed to allow the safe installation of pipe.  
    • Nearby residents may occasionally notice vibration or related noise throughout the period.
      • Expect vibration generating activities:
        • Adjacent to the tennis courts on or about May 14th.
        • At the baseball field for 1-2 weeks starting late May or early June.
    • Vibration levels are continuously monitored, and work methods are adjusted as needed to stay within safe limits.  
    • Access to field at the intersection of Highland Ave and Meadow Ave will be impacted. 
  • May-September: Construction will continue at the treatment plant and former baseball field areas.