Managing excess soil in large-scale construction projects is a complex and demanding task that requires expertise, precision, and a commitment to environmental sustainability. YORK1 has established itself as a leader in this field, offering integrated environmental and infrastructure services that ensure projects are executed efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Below are two of our most recent integrated projects:
Managing Excess Soil in Downtown Toronto’s Railway Expansion
YORK1’s expertise in soil management was showcased in multiple railway projects in downtown Toronto. These projects, located in the heart of the city, required massive soil movement and presented unique challenges due to the densely populated urban environment. YORK1 was responsible for managing the complex soil requirements, which included erosion control, excavation, mixed soil removal, and granular placement.
As part of our 1FORALL™ approach, the team was also responsible for remediation, backfill, demolition, retaining wall installation, and utility installation, to bring this project to fruition.
Transforming a 40-Acre Site for a City Transit Bus Facility
One of YORK1’s recent projects involved the transformation of a 40-acre site with a new 10-acre large building to accommodate a new bus facility building for the city’s transit system. The project required the demolition of existing structures, which was expertly handled by our Demolition team. Following the demolition, our Civil & Site Services team took on the challenge of managing over 200,000 tonnes of mixed soil and over 100,000 tonnes of granular placement.
Comprehensive Soil Management and Beyond:
Whether you’re dealing with excess soil or waste soil, YORK1 offers extensive soil management solutions.
We understand that effective soil management is critical to the success of your project. Our Class 1 Soil Facility sites provide scale reports and soil tracking capabilities to assist you with any project from concept to completion. Offering multiple Class 1 facilities throughout southern Ontario.
By sending excess soil to our facility the need for continuous testing on your site is no longer required, we take on the responsibility of ongoing testing.
Benefits of Local Reuse and Management of Excess Soil:
- Cost savings associated with decreases in transportation and landfilling of excess soil
- Reducing illegal dumping and inappropriate relocation
- Decreasing road damage
- Decreasing the amount of reusable soil going to landfill
- Significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transporting soil
Our Class 1 Soil Management sites operate under licenses issued by the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and Parks (MECP) and strictly follow the approval processes outlined in O. Reg. 406/19 and O. Reg. 153/04. By adhering to these regulations, we ensure the safe and responsible handling of excess soil materials. This commitment reflects our dedication to environmental responsibility and compliance with Ontario’s soil management guidelines. Safety is at the core of everything we do at YORK1, our team is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards.
YORK1’s 1 FOR ALL™ Solution to Simplify Success
Using YORK1 to handle multiple job site services offers our clients several significant advantages. By having one point of contact for all services, the coordination of tasks is vastly improved, eliminating scheduling headaches, minimizing delays and miscommunications. Our consolidated approach enhances your on-site logistics, as all services are managed under one roof, allowing for better scheduling and resource allocation. Additionally, simplified billing through a single company reduces your administrative burdens and provides greater transparency, making it easier for your project managers to keep track of expenses and maintain budgets. Overall, this integrated service approach ensures that your projects run smoothly, efficiently and cost-effectively.
To learn more about how YORK1 can support your project with expert soil management and a commitment to sustainability, visit our website at york1.com. Explore our full range of integrated environmental and infrastructure solutions designed to meet the unique needs of your projects.
