IN DESIGN
This improvement is part of a series of projects in Chesapeake neighborhoods to improve stormwater drainage, which will increase system capacity and provide a higher level of protection. This project is at 30% plan completion.
- Project Start: Spring 2018
- Projected Completion: Fall 2019
IN DESIGN
Channel restoration to include repair and stabilization of channel banks, increasing system capacity, and providing a higher level of protection. Design is being accomplished in-house by Chesapeake Public Works, with a temporary stabilization plan engineered by Public Works Operations. Environmental permitting is being accomplished by the City of Chesapeake. Construction funding will come from a future CIB (pro-rata funding.)
- Project Start: Summer 2019
- Projected Design Completion: To Be Determined
IN DESIGN
The Phase IIB portion of the project will replace portions of subdivision drainage systems along various streets (Amick Road, Berkley Avenue, and Pringle Drive) to complete the improvements recommended in the 2002 Border Road Drainage Study report. Work includes replacement and lowering of the 8-inch sanitary sewer line on Berkeley Avenue, approved and funded by Public Utilities. Mayon Drive proposed drainage and downstream improvements will be considered for future projects.
- Project Start: January 2018
- Projected Completion: February 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $1.2 million
IN DESIGN
This project will replace the Briarfield Drive outfall pipe from Old Drive to Horse Run Ditch. The pipe is located along the rear of homes fronting Briarfield Drive. Fence removal and clearing of numerous tall trees will be included in the clearing portion of the contract. Design performed in-house by Public Works Engineering. Drainage and temporary construction easements have been acquired. Citizens have been contacted regarding removal of fences and sheds within drainage easement.
- Project Start: Fall 2018
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $950,000
IN DESIGN
This project, funded from the Neighborhood Drainage Improvement II, will replace, improve and realign the stormwater system along Guerriere Street, Chesapeake Avenue, Ohio Street, Rodgers Street, Jefferson Street, and Stewart Street in the Quincy neighborhood of South Norfolk. Work will include regrading and improvements to existing channels between Jefferson Street and Park Avenue, and between Park Avenue and Holly Avenue, the replacement of more than 900 feet of sanitary sewer mains, sanitary manholes and service laterals on Chesapeake Avenue, Jackson Avenue, and Ohio Street.
- Project Start: August 2018
- Projected Design Completion: December 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $3.6 million
IN DESIGN
Assessments, maintenance, and restorations of citywide lakes and BMPs.
Current projects include:
- BMP Depth Assessment
Survey underway. Evaluating next steps.
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Dunedin Basin 1
Survey complete. Dredging required. Evaluating next steps.
- Funds Appropriated: $1.5 million
ONGOING PROJECTS
The City is undertaking several regrading and restoration projects to outfalls, including:
- Fernwood Farms Outfall Improvement: Plans complete, right of way acquisition underway
- King Richard Drive Outfall: Right-of-way acquisition complete; developing final construction plans
- Johnstown Road Drainage Improvements Phase I: Finalizing construction
- Johnstown Road Drainage Improvements Phase II: Survey complete; design pending
- Crestwood-2 Outfall Improvements: Design pending
- Camelot Phase II (ditch straightening from lake outfall to Deep Creek Blvd.): Survey pending
- West Road Phase I: Under construction
- West Road Phase II: Survey underway; design pending
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project includes drainage improvements including mountable curb and gutter to direct stormwater flow to the drainage system. This project is in coordination with Public Utilities to include upgrades to water and sanitary sewer systems. Construction is 90% complete.
- Notice To Proceed: June 2018
- Projected Construction Completion: September 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $975,000 total from Public Works, Stormwater and Public Utilities
IN DESIGN
This project will provide for drainage improvements in the Elmwood Landing area, and will include related acquisition of easements, replacement of pipes, regrading of ditches, and associated activities to address existing neighborhood drainage deficiencies. It will also include the replacement of three downstream culvert crossings. Project will be City-funded, as a FEMA grant was not obtained.
- Funds Appropriated: $1.4 million
IN DESIGN
This project will provide for drainage and outfall improvements in the Forest Lakes area, and will include related acquisition of easements, replacement of pipes, regrading of ditches, and associated activities to address existing neighborhood drainage.
- Project Start: August 2019
- Projected Design Completion: To Be Determined
- Funds Appropriated: $900,000
IN DESIGN
This project will provide improvements to the 10-year storm level of protection for the outfall channel and pipe within the drainage area. Work includes upstream improvements from Bainbridge Boulevard toward A Street, which includes approximately 1,250 feet of ditch and channel widening, to include pipe crossing D Street and B Street. The re-survey is complete and Public Works is finalizing plats to begin right-of-way acquisition. The environmental review is complete.
- Project Start: Spring 2017
- Projected Design Completion: Spring 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $1.5 million
IN DESIGN
This project will widen Herring Ditch east of Shillelagh Rd. from Unicorn Tl. to Las Gaviotas. Project was placed on hold to evaluate adding a portion of the Forest Lakes neighborhood, but is now moving forward as originally planned. Developing final scope and fee with project consultant.
- Project Start: To Be Determined
- Projected Design Completion: To Be Determined
IN DESIGN
The project will widen and improve Horse Run Ditch from Naples Court to Warrick Road and install box culvert under Warrick Road.
- Notice to Proceed: Fall 2018
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $1.2 million
CITIZEN INFORMATION MEETING HELD MAY 9, 2019
Citizen Information Meeting Brochure
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project will inspect and clean interconnected lake pips in Greenbrier and Etheridge Manor. Locations to be serviced in future phases include Las Gaviotas, Forest Lakes, Cahoon Plantation, Kemp Woods and others. Inspections completed at Greenbrier, Etheridge Manor and Las Gaviotas. On-call contractor has completed cleaning of Principal Lane culvert in Greenbrier area. Work order is being processed for cleaning of Etheridge Manor pipe. Contractor planning to conduct site visit to assess cleanings in Las Gaviotas area.
- Project Start: Spring 2017
- Projected Construction Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $500,000
IN DESIGN
Project will improve ditches and pipes for the outfall for Lamberts Trail. The area of improvement is along the west side of Deep Creek Blvd. from Lambert Tl. to the Parsons Residential Care Center. Improvements continue eastward along the south side of the Care Center and northward to the primary outfall north of Gilmerton Rd. at St. Julian's Creek.
- Notice To Proceed: Winter 2019
- Projected Design Completion: Spring 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $2.1 million
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project will replace and upsize a drainage trunkline that runs along Liberty Street. Stormwater improvements are being constructed in cooperation with the Department of Public Utilities.
- Notice To Proceed: July 2019
- Projected Construction Completion: March 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $850,000
IN DESIGN
This project will provide drainage improvements for Meads Ct. area using City funds.
- Notice To Proceed: To Be Determined
- Projected Design Completion: To Be Determined
- Funds Appropriated: $1.37 million
ONGOING PROJECTS
The City is undertaking several neighborhood drainage projects, including:
- Allen Drive and Fresno Drive Drainage
30% plan completion
- Aguila Drive Drainage Improvements
Survey complete; environmental determination pending
- Benefit Road Drainage Improvements
10% plan completion
- Blanche Drive Drainage Improvements
Scoping needed
- Bridgeview Circle - Chesapeake Colony Phase II Outfall Improvements
90% plan completion
- Crestwood Manor Drainage Improvements
Design pending
- Jarvis Road Area Drainage Improvements
90% plan completion
- Myers & Hoover Drainage Improvements
60% plan completion
- Perry Street Outfall Improvements
30% plan completion
- St. Brides Road West Drainage Improvements
Survey underway; design pending
- Warfield Road Drainage Improvements
Under construction
- Wedgewood Drive Drainage Improvements
60% plan completion; right-of-way acquisition and contractual underway
- Westwood Avalon Drainage Improvements
Under construction
IN DESIGN
This project will construct a regional BMP for the New Mill/Creek Area, funded by a DEQ grant with equal match from the City ($1,022,975.) The survey is complete.
- Notice To Proceed: Fall 2018
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $2.04 million
IN DESIGN
This project will include pipe upgrades to the 10-year storm along San Sladore Dr. to the outfall ditch downstream of Lisa Cove Way. Design is at 60%, coordinated completing the design with Hassel & Folkes current work order. Proposing annual service contract for segments of the construction once the design is submitted.
- Notice To Proceed: Spring 2018
- Projected Design Completion:Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $665,000
IN DESIGN
This project will provide drainage improvements to the existing outfall west of Christopher Drive. Drainage improvements include reconfiguring the drainage at Christopher Drive to the ditch improvements to the tidal outfall. Phase III includes drainage improvements such as pipe upgrades to 10-year-storm standard along Columbo Ave. from Nina Dr. to San Salvadore Dr.
- Notice To Proceed: Spring 2018
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $310,000
IN DESIGN
This project will include the construction of BMPs, stormwater pipes, and ditches to provide flood control and water quality in the Oakdale area. Brown and Caldwell have been provided a Notice To Proceed (NTP) for additional study and to develop an application for a DEQ Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF) grant.
- Notice To Proceed: To Be Determined
- Projected Design Completion: To Be Determined
- Funds Appropriated: $5 million (FY 18 to FY 20)
IN DESIGN
This project includes stormwater improvements to increase system capacity and provide a higher level of protection. Survey is complete through Phase III, with Phases I and II complete.
- Notice To Proceed: Summer 2019
- Projected Design Completion: Spring 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $1.05 million
IN DESIGN
Assessment, maintenance, and restoration projects to limit flooding damage and enhance recovery efforts of public stormwater systems during large storm events. Projects include:
- Greenbrier Lake System Weir Outfall Improvements
Consultant meeting scheduled
- Etheridge Lakes System Outfall Improvements
Scoping needed
IN DESIGN
This project will regrade roadside ditches and reset driveway pipes as necessary along Royce Dr., and improve the outfall drainage system. Right-of-way plans and plats are currently in development. Design performed in-house by Public Works Engineering.
- Notice to Proceed: Fall 2017
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $550,000
CITIZEN INFORMATION MEETING HELD JULY 29, 2019
View or download meeting brochure
IN DESIGN
This project will widen Herring ditch east of Shillelagh Road from Unicorn Trail to Las Gaviotas.
- Project Start: Fall 2018
- Projected Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $1 million
IN DESIGN/UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project will provide several improvements to drainage along Shillelagh Road at various points, including:
- Mears Ditch (Phase II): Will provide 6-foot bottom ditch from 920 Shillelagh Road to Dominion Commerce Park Lake. Construction completed April 2019.
- Twin Pipes under Shillelagh Road: Construction completed February 2018
- Ward Road (Phase II): Will provide additional pipe at Ward Road cul-de-sac at the Dominion Commerce Park Lake. Construction completed June 2019.
- Vincek Way (Phase III): Design is 100% complete. Construction completed August 2019.
- Shillelagh Road (Phase III): Replacement and upgrade of driveway culverts and provide a 15-foot grass shoulder. Plans are 90% complete. Awaiting USACOE permit.
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project will include 4,600 feet of ditch widening and culvert improvements south of St. Brides Road at Sign Pine Road to provide drainage relief and improve the stormwater system in the Edinburgh area. Construction is 90% complete.
ONGOING STUDIES
These studies will identify stormwater drainage system deficiencies and provide improvement recommendations for future projects. The total funds appropriated for the projects is currently $700,000. The studies in progress include:
- Crestwood - 1 (Main's Creek) Watershed Study
90% complete
- Crestwood - 2 & 3 Master Drainage Plan Update
30% complete
- Crestwood - 2 & 3 Master Drainage Model Calibration
10% complete
- HRPDC Joint Land Use Study (JLUS)/City of Chesapeake Data Compilation & Model Advancements
10% complete
- Norfolk Highlands Area Drainage Study
90% complete
- Sterns Creek Watershed Master Drainage Plan
30% complete
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This project includes improvements to outfall ditches in the Sunray Area from Sunray Ave. to the railroad outfall ditch, a distance of approximately two miles. Construction is approximately 40% complete.
- Notice To Proceed: April 2019
- Projected Construction Completion: January 2020
- Funds Appropriated: $1.2 million
IN DESIGN
Assessment, maintenance and restoration projects to limit pollutant discharges into streams, rivers and bays. Current overall funds appropriated total $2.6 million. Projects include:
- Etheridge - 1/Fentress/Bahama Way Lake/BMP
Survey complete; outfall pipe flushed; treatment started; aerator installed
- BMP Warehouse Database Development Phase I
Proposal received; pending approval
- BMP Warehouse Database Development Phase II
Scoping needed
- Dunedin Lakes Park Lake (Lake 2) Level 2 Wet Pond
Scoping needed
- Philmont Avenue Drainage Improvements
Scoping needed
IN DESIGN
This project will provide a public stormwater system along both sides of Welch Lane and an outfall upgrade. The survey and design is pending.
- Notice To Proceed: Fall 2019
- Projected Design Completion: Spring 2021
- Funds Appropriated: $480,000
IN DESIGN
This project will provide a new outfall for Whittamore Road and adjacent farms, connecting to Pocaty Creek, while upgrading a segment of an existing lead ditch. Surveying is complete, and preliminary engineering is underway. Survey is complete, tree removal is complete, and the project was revised for ditch and shoulder improvements as opposed to relocating the ditch.
- Notice To Proceed: Spring 2018
- Projected Design Completion: Fall 2019
- Funds Appropriated: $500,000
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