Wessler completed an update to the Town’s Stormwater Utility Master Plan (SWMP) for the Stormwater Board in January 2022. The SWMP included preliminary evaluations of various drainage issues throughout the Town. Alternatives were analyzed and compared for each project area. Recommended solutions were identified and projects prioritized using consistent criteria. The plan summarized the project area needs and goals, preliminary calculations and drainage analysis, project limits, proposed improvements, and estimated project costs.
The Town elected to move forward with the projects outlined in the SWMP. In 2024, design plans, prepared by Wessler, were bid and awarded. The design project included the seven priority projects identified in the SWMP plus one additional project that was investigated as a drainage complaint in 2023, all summarized below.
- Arthur Street Improvements include a new storm sewer and associated inlets that will outfall to the existing open ditch to the south addressing ponding water issues along the road.
- Autumn Woods East Improvements include a new inlet and storm sewer to alleviate standing water at the neighborhood entrance.
- New York Street Improvements include a new storm sewer line with an inlet in the low spot and replacement of the curb castings on existing inlets with beehive inlet castings.
- Oak Boulevard South Drive Improvements include a hybrid ditch and new storm sewer system.
- Proper North Improvements include a new storm sewer and inlet structures in low areas along the alignment. The neighborhood is currently lacking stormwater infrastructure. This project will provide an adequately sized storm sewer system and outlet to Cumberland Creek.
- Proper South Improvements include new storm sewer and inlet structures in low areas to address flooding near the intersection of Saturn Street and Munsie Street.
- Yorkshire Boulevard Improvements include bank stabilization measures such as coir logs and turf reinforcement mats to provide bank stabilization within the channel.
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North Buck Creek Road Improvements include replacing and adjusting existing storm sewer and inlets and regrading existing open ditches to improve drainage in the area.
The final plans included design details and specifications for approximately 4,700 feet of new storm sewer, 628 feet of ditch regrading, and 142 feet of bank stabilization. Utility coordination was completed to identify potential conflicts early and avoid, where possible. Design plans included all associated details, pavement repair, erosion control, and site restoration work for a complete project. Wessler coordinated with the Town of Cumberland officials throughout the study, design, bid, and construction of the project.
Kasey Marley, P.E.
Project Manager and Assistant Stormwater Group Head
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