BESS Compound and Associated Enabling Works

Askam

Project Objective

Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Development

Location

UK

Value

£1.75 Million

Client

Askam

Scope of Work

Civil Engineering Services

Duration of Contract:

12 Months

Project Overview

Graham Schofield Associates (GSA) was appointed to provide civil engineering design and infrastructure solutions for the BESS Compound and associated enabling works. The project required a strategic approach to site development, integrating heavy-duty foundations, access roads, and drainage solutions to support the large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).

Scope of Work

GSA’s role encompassed detailed design of the reinforced concrete piled BESS unit and various ancillary unit bases, as well as the development of extensive site infrastructure, including access routes, bridge crossings, and multiple culverts.
Key Features
  • Reinforced Concrete Foundations: Ensuring structural integrity and longevity of the BESS units.
  • High-Capacity Access Roads & Bridge Crossings: Designed to support heavy transport and maintenance vehicles.
  • Drainage & Sitewide Infrastructure: Implementing water management solutions to mitigate surface water runoff and improve sustainability.

Challenges and Solutions

Heavy-Duty Structural Requirements: The compound needed engineered foundations capable of supporting substantial equipment loads—GSA designed deep reinforced concrete piles to ensure maximum stability.

Site Accessibility & Logistics: With multiple infrastructure elements, the project required a well-planned access strategy—GSA developed a comprehensive road layout and bridge crossing solutions to facilitate smooth transport movements.

Outcome

Graham Schofield Associates (GSA) was appointed to provide civil engineering design and infrastructure solutions for the BESS Compound and associated enabling works. The project required a strategic approach to site development, integrating heavy-duty foundations, access roads, and drainage solutions to support the large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).

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