Board awards $4.2M contract for Grove area stormwater improvements
October 22, 2024 | James City County, Virginia
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During the meeting, Rick Kale presented the project details, emphasizing its importance in reducing flooding in yards, roadside ditches, and roadways. The improvements will include the realignment and regrading of roadside ditches, as well as the removal and replacement of approximately 70 driveway culverts. Additionally, new stormwater drop inlets, manholes, and underground piping will be installed to enhance stormwater flow throughout the area.
The project will specifically target parts of Howard Drive, Jackson Street, Whiting Avenue, Railroad Street, and Magruder Avenue. Roadway enhancements will also be made, including widening to meet Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) standards. Notably, undersized culverts under Railroad Street will be replaced with new triple box culverts to improve the flow of Skiffs Creek.
Board members expressed their appreciation for the project, highlighting the long-standing nature of the flooding issues that have affected residents for years. One member noted that the project has been in discussion since 2011, making this approval a long-awaited milestone for the community.
The construction is expected to take approximately nine months for substantial completion, with final completion projected within ten months. This timeline offers hope to residents who have faced significant water accumulation in their yards, marking a proactive approach by the county to address these pressing concerns.
As the project moves forward, it represents a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents in the Grove area, ensuring safer and more reliable infrastructure for the community.
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