PSE&G Security Checkpoint Upgrade
Hancocks Bridge, NJ
ROLE: Prime Contractor
COMPLETION: October, 2005
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The project consisted of fast-tracked security upgrades required by the NRC at the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Plants in Hancock’s Bridge, NJ, including:
- Installation of a 1.6 mile concrete vehicle barrier, 3.5’ high by 10’ wide. Over a mile was cast-in-place and removable precast concrete blocks were used for the balance.
- Installation of 9 new ballistic resistant guard towers, and relocation of others.
- Excavation for 10,000 feet of razor security fence, including underground conduits and wiring necessary to install the associated intruder detection systems, microwaves, cameras, etc.
- Installation of security fence, gates, operators and electronics.
- Installation of roof-top defensive guard positions and concealment walls on several plant buildings.
- Demolition of 11 existing buildings.
- Entombment of multiple doorways on the interior of the turbine buildings and the exterior of others.
- Installation of numerous structural steel screens, security cages, and other impairments.
- Installation of security fence, gates, operators and electronics.
- Installation of CCTV cameras throughout the plant.
- Reconstruction of the entrance and exit roads with new guide rail & signage.
- Installation of a new rifle and pistol range with a 40’ tower and automated target system.
- Installation of new active vehicle barrier systems.
- Installation of a new vehicle prescreening area.
- Installation of new site lighting.
The critical path work was completed on schedule, in less than 3 months, primarily within the plant’s “Protected Area”.
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