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Louise Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project
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The Louise Avenue Storm Drainage Improvement Project has started preliminary design. Storm Water Services has a standard questionnaire for property owners to provide their input and concerns. The information gathered will be utilized for the construction documents during the design phase. This project, will reduce flooding of streets, properties and structures along the main system corridor when it is constructed.
Upon inspection of the culvert at Louise Avenue and Otts Street in 2006 it was discovered that the culvert was experiencing immenant failure. As a result, this portion of the project was constructedduring 2007. At this time the Seigle Avenue Streetscape Project is near the completion of final design and will be in construction during 2009. The culvert at Seigle Avenue and Otts Street will be constructed as part of the phasing for the Streetscape Project.A public meeting was held on May 20th, 2008. If you are a resident within the project area and were unable to attend but would like to provide input, please contact the City Project Manager or click on the link above and submit a questionnaire.
The following are project highlights:
- Much of the storm sewer system identified for repair is along Hawthorne Lane, Kennon Street, and Thomas Avenue.
- Community involvement is important to the success of the project and the team would like to hear any concerns.
- Two more community meetings will be held in order to work with the citizens.
- The next meeting will be near the end of preliminary design to present the proposed improvements to residents.
- The final public meeting will be near the end of design to present the preliminary construction drawings and discuss impacts associated with the improvements. All individual citizen issues will be used in developing proposed solutions.
Please check back for informational updates.
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Objectives:
-Reduce structure and street flooding.
-Address channel capacity and erosion problems.
Cost: To Be Determined
Please note that this figure will include all costs associated with this project such as planning and design, utility relocation, consultant fees, construction, necessary permitting and landscaping.
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services (CMSWS) Project Team will manage the Louise Avenue Project through the phases listed below which include typical time frames and descriptions of the project phases. Even though specific work is conducted during each phase and emphasis is made on public involvement throughout the entire project.
Planning Phase (Completed September 2008)
During the planning phase, questionnaires and public meetings are used to obtain input from property owners. Several improvement alternatives are developed and evaluated to determine the best solution. A recommended alternative is presented to the public for comment at the end of the planning phase. The planning phase of a project typically lasts 12 to 27 months.
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Design Phase (Current)
During the design phase, construction drawings for the alternative selected during the planning phase are developed. Many details must be addressed including the determination of specific pipe sizes and alignments, channel widths and lining types, inlet sizes and locations, utility relocations, and easement locations. The design phase of a project typically lasts 21 to 34 months.
Permitting Phase (Time frame TBD)
During the permitting phase, the required water quality permits are obtained from Federal and State governments. Other permits such as permission to work within railroad and NCDOT rights-of-way will be obtained during this phase. The permitting phase of a project typically lasts 3 to 9 months. The permitting phase of a project may overlap other phases.
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Current overgrowth & pollution in channels.
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Property Easement/Acquisition (Time frame TBD)
The City's real estate staff works with citizens and businesses to acquire Storm Drainage Easements (SDEs). The City requests that SDEs be donated to provide access to your property to make the recommended improvements and provide future maintenance. In addition to SDEs, temporary construction easements may be needed to access work areas. The bid phase will begin after all easements are acquired. The easement acquisition phase of a project typically lasts 8 to 12 months.
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Bid Phase (Time frame TBD)
During the bid phase, the final plans will be circulated to qualified contractors for a competitive bidding process. By state law, the lowest responsible bidder is awarded the construction contract. The bid phase of a project typically lasts 4 to 5 months.
Construction Phase (Time frame TBD)
Throughout construction, efforts will be made to minimize disruption to nearby property owners. Construction of proposed improvements will be supervised by City inspectors. Notifications of key construction dates and will be mailed to residents prior to construction. Because projects vary in size, the typical construction phase of a project can last from 3 months to over 2 years.
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Construction of a box culvert at Louise Avenue and Otts Street.
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