Hydrovac & Hydro Excavation in Muskegon

Hydro excavation in Muskegon

Muskegon is the largest city on Lake Michigan's eastern shore, with 38,318 residents in 2020, set around Muskegon Lake and its harbor. About 71% of its homes were built before 1960, and a third before 1940.

Lead service line replacement

The City of Muskegon says it has been replacing lead service lines since 2016 and expects every line to be replaced before 2037. It estimates the total cost of replacing all lines at over $60 million. The city also reports that lead in its drinking water has stayed low: in its 2023 water report, 90% of samples were at or below 5 ppb, well under the 15 ppb action level. Service line replacement means many small excavations at curb stops and building entries, which is where vacuum excavation keeps openings small.

Sandy ground

Muskegon's lakeshore is known for quartz sand beaches and large dunes. In sandy soil, hydro excavation moves quickly, but loose sand can slough into the hole. Deeper openings may need extra care, and a dry, clean sand backfill plan helps restoration.

Utilities

Consumers Energy provides electric service in the Muskegon area, and the City of Muskegon runs its water system. See the MPSC natural gas service area map for gas territory.

Typical Muskegon-area requests

• Curb stop and service line exposure
• Potholing ahead of water main and road projects
• Utility exposure for waterfront and industrial redevelopment
• Catch basin and pit cleanouts

Sources: City of Muskegon: Lead Service Line Replacement; Census Reporter: Muskegon housing (ACS 2020–2024); Wikipedia: Muskegon, Michigan.

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