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These projects improve pipes, streams, and lakes that carry stormwater into the Neuse River. Our goal is to reduce flooding to homes/streets and protect the watershed.
Requirements
Projects are chosen based on the following requirements.
Requirements | |
Location (City street or private property) | Flooding |
Public safety | Water quality benefits |
Mandated by state or federal law | Streambank erosion |
Project Types
Types | Description |
Lakes | Prevents flooding damage to roads and buildings downstream; improves water quality. Projects are on public and private property. |
Stormwater System | Prevents flooding damages caused by stormwater runoff coming from public streets. We also maintain/repair the system. |
Streams | Reduced impacts from sediment and other water pollution. These projects are typically on City properties. Work on private property is through the Drainage Assistance Program. |
Bridges | Work is completed on bridges over creeks when the structure is unsafe to travel on or affecting the stream. |
These projects make streets safer for residents. And, easier for first responders to navigate streets during emergencies. They also reduce future costs from flooding damages caused by heavy rainfall.
Recent Projects
Learn about active or recently-completed projects in your area.