Relevant Project Experience: Debris Monitoring
Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc., Aikens, SC
Debris Monitoring
Description:
Insight was engaged to oversee debris removal efforts for Aiken Electric Co-Op following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The Co-Op experienced significant damage, with over 1,600 downed power poles and 134 transformers spread across nine counties in South Carolina’s southern region.
A team of more than 30 debris monitors ensured that Ferreira, the Co-Op’s removal contractor, properly documented and removed all affected poles and transformers throughout the service area. Additionally, Insight monitors verified that haul-out contractors disposed of all materials in accordance with regulations.
To streamline tracking, Insight utilized an ADMS app to record all debris, including removal methods, tonnage, and final disposition.
Project Highlights:
Funding Year: 2024
Funding Agency: Federal Emergency & Management Agency
Project
Impact:
Community
Engagement
Extensive public interaction across all nine counties affected by Hurricane Helene. Debris monitors leveraged local contacts to help locate transformers.
Client
Outcome
Insight’s monitoring and verification of contractor billing enabled Aiken Electric Co-Op to apply for FEMA reimbursement exceeding $6.5 million.
Personnel and
Equipment Tracking
Insight developed an ADMS tracking database to monitor all personnel and equipment deployed. This system ensured verifiable tracking of over 60 contractors and 100 pieces of equipment, achieving near 100% reporting and billing accuracy.
Disaster
Preparedness
Insight’s disaster response team brings over 40 years of experience in mitigation, from debris removal to developing FEMA-compliant disaster inventories with local partners. The team can mobilize within days, rapidly deploying boots on the ground for recovery operations.
Environmental
Preservation
Due to the chemicals in the transformers, contractors securely bagged materials in place for later removal by environmental specialists. Insight documented all mitigation measures per FEMA guidelines.