Fairfax County begins stream‑stabilization work on Reston Association land; construction to run about a year

Apr 15, 2026

Fairfax County staff and contractor EQR told Reston Association residents that construction on a Piney Run tributary will begin after a 04/01/2026 notice‑to‑proceed, run roughly one year, reduce tree removals from earlier designs and include an intensive monitoring and planting program.

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Fairfax County staff and contractor representatives told Reston Association residents that construction on a Piney Run tributary stream‑stabilization project has entered the construction phase and will begin after a notice to proceed dated April 1, 2026. Ram Gimiri, the project manager, said, "This project will stabilize approximately 1,500 linear feet of stream channel" and aims to reduce erosion, protect exposed sanitary sewer infrastructure and improve water quality.

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