A major infrastructure repair project is underway along Buffalo’s waterfront, and Encorus Group is contributing to the work helping restore the historic Bird Island Pier.
The $15.5 million project, led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District, is focused on repairing nearly 3,000 feet of the pier, which has experienced years of deterioration from severe weather, ice movement, and changing water levels. The repairs are designed to improve structural stability, protect the surrounding shoreline, and maintain safe navigation through the Black Rock Canal.
Encorus Group is providing on-site concrete and grout testing services throughout construction. Our technicians are performing testing as concrete and grout are placed to verify that the materials meet the project’s design specifications and required quality standards. This testing helps ensure the materials used in the repairs perform as intended and support the long-term durability of the structure.
The project includes replacing deteriorated concrete blocks, placing new stone and grouted stone, and installing additional concrete protection along sections of the pier. Work is being completed in phases, with construction expected to continue through fall 2027.
Bird Island Pier plays an important role in Buffalo’s waterfront, supporting Great Lakes shipping, protecting nearby infrastructure and shoreline areas, and providing recreational access for the community.
Through our materials testing services, Encorus is proud to support this important infrastructure investment and contribute to the quality and long-term performance of a project that benefits the Buffalo community. Visit our Civil Materials Testing services to learn how our team supports construction projects through materials testing and quality assurance.
