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Herring Ditch Widening

IN DESIGN
This project funds improvements to the main outfall for Shillelagh Road known as Herring Ditch, which will include widening the outfall and regrading to improve drainage and prevent frequent flooding in this area. This ditch also serves as the outfall for the upstream Forest Lakes neighborhood and many other residential properties.

Project Design Start: Fall 2019
Projected Design Completion: Winter 2022
Project Budget: $2.5 million