Flood Prevention Projects Set for the Next Year

Flood prevention projects set for the next year

BISBEE — Following up on their intent to provide help residents in the Sulphur Springs Valley with water issues, the county Board of Supervisors met again this time with Jackie Watkins, Engineering and Natural Resources Director, for a discussion on…

Investing in flood reduction capacity in Peterborough – Water Canada

The new downtown flood reduction project in Peterborough, supported by an $11-million investment from the federal government, will replace an existing storm sewer and help improve water flow and drainage, significantly reducing the impact of extreme weather events for homes and businesses. “Building safe and resilient communities is one way Canada is preparing for the impacts of climate change. Today’s investment in flood reduction measures in P…

Investing in flood reduction capacity in Peterborough

Peterborough — The new downtown flood reduction project in Peterborough, supported by an $11-million investment from the federal government, will replace an existing storm sewer and help improve water flow and drainage, significantly reducing the impact of extreme weather events for homes and businesses. A 2004 storm brought severe rainfall and caused significant flood damage to downtown Peterborough. It disrupted residential ...

Peterborough flood prevention project backed by $11M federal investment

A major infrastructure project aimed at protecting downtown Peterborough from future flooding is moving forward with $11.3 million in federal funding. The money, provided through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, will support the replacement of the aging storm sewer along Charlotte Street between Park and Water streets. The upgrade to a 100-year capacity sewer system is expected to significantly improve water flow and drainage in the …