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Poole Road Stream

Poole Road Stormwater Improvements

Stream Reconstruction

Updated: Nov 3, 2026

Residents on Poole Road and Battery Drive experience flooding and erosion from blocked and undersized stormwater pipes. We will remove the undersized pipes and reconstruct the stream channel to manage storm flows and reduce flooding and erosion.

Project Details

 
Type:
Stormwater
Budget:
$600K (estimate)
Project Lead:
Stormwater Management
Contractors:
WSP USA Inc.

Contact

 

Kyle Bucher
Senior Engineer
kyle.bucher@raleighnc.gov
919-996-4068

Lead Department:
Water

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Planning

This phase is complete.

Lead Department:
Water

Design

We are working with a consultant to design the repairs for the project.

Project Goals

  • Reduce streambank erosion and flooding
  • Remove undersized pipe and restore the stream
Lead Department:
Water

Schedule

DateActivity
Fall 2024Project Planning complete
Winter 2024Project Design Begins
Summer 2027Design Complete
Late 2027Construction Begins

Project Map

View the project area in the map below.

Background

There is significant streambank erosion between private residential structures on Poole Road and Battery Drive. In addition, there is an existing pipe located behind a property on Poole Road that is undersized and completely blocked with debris, causing backwater, excessive ponding upstream of the pipe, and erosion.

Resources

 

Stormwater System

Drainage Assistance Program

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