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Whispering Branch Stream

Whispering Branch and Woodowl Drainage Project

Stormwater Drainage System Improvements

Updated: Dec 31, 2025

Raleigh Stormwater is analyzing and designing stream and stormwater improvements of Hare Snipe Creek between Whispering Branch Road and Woodowl Drive.

Project Details

 
Type:
Stormwater
Budget:
$175,000 (Planning)
Project Lead:
Stormwater Management
Contractors:
Kimley-Horn (Design)

Contact

 

Erik Mayr, PE
Project Manager
erik.mayr@raleighnc.gov
919-996-4077

Lead Department:
Engineering Services

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Planning

We completed the planning to develop design options to improve the creek and stormwater system at Whispering Branch Road and Woodowl Drive.

Project Goals

  • Increase stormwater pipes to reduce flooding
  • Raise Woodowl Drive
  • Stabilize portions of Hare Snipe Creek.

Next Steps

 

We hosted a public meeting in November 2025 to share details about the project. View meeting documents below to review the project details.

Lead Department:
Engineering Services

Schedule

DateActivity
Winter/Spring 2024Planning begins
Fall 2025Planning complete
Winter/Spring 2026Design begins
Summer 2028Construction begins

Resources

 

Stormwater Projects

Drainage Assistance Program

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