Project Use Type: Membership Retail Fuel
Client: Walmart / Sam’s Club
Location: Sharpsburg, GA
Property Size: 12 Dispenser Anchor Site
Services Provided:
– Civil Engineering Design
– Infrastructure Planning Services
– Utility Routing Management
– Fueling System Coordination
– DOT Stormwater Permitting
– Jurisdictional Compliance Management
Unique Solution:
Engineered a remote truck dispensing location using specialized truck turn analysis to ensure refueling tankers could access underground tanks without blocking patron circulation on an irregularly shaped parcel.
Case Study: Fueling Efficiency: Innovative Layout at Sharpsburg Sam’s Club
Context & Services
For the Sam’s Club fueling center in Sharpsburg, GA, we served as the lead infrastructure partner for Walmart, providing comprehensive civil engineering and fueling-specific coordination. Our team managed the intricate utility routing between underground storage tanks and multi-product dispensers (MPDs), ensuring seamless power and communication flow. We navigated complex jurisdictional requirements, including Georgia EPD compliance and DOT stormwater permitting, to move the project from initial concept plans to final permit closeout.
The Unique Solution
Developing a high-volume fuel center within an awkwardly shaped parcel required a departure from “off-the-shelf” site plans. To address the client’s anxiety regarding traffic spillback and site congestion, we engineered a remote truck dispensing location. This layout utilized a specialized truck turn analysis to ensure refueling tankers could access underground tanks from the passenger side without blocking patron circulation or MPD movement.
By anticipating these logistical bottlenecks early, we advocated for a design that maximized fueling positions while keeping construction costs in check. We integrated high-intensity logistics with “future-proofed” infrastructure, coordinating closely with fuel system designers to ensure the site remained resilient against heavy-duty pavement fatigue.
Success & Impact
The results provided immediate relief for the developer: a 100% functional, high-flow fueling station that fits perfectly within its irregular footprint. By optimizing the layout, we eliminated the risk of “busted budgets” related to last-minute design changes. The facility now serves as a high-performance anchor for Fischer Crossing, delivering value to thousands of patrons daily.
