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Beginning Spring 2025, residents within the neighborhoods around Lombardy Drive and N 22nd Street will see construction begin on a sewer separation and green infrastructure project. This project is part of a broader initiative mandated by the Unified Government’s Consent Decree with the U.S Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Justice. This decree, part of compliance with the Clean Water Act of 1972, aims to mitigate sewer overflows into local waterways, including Jersey Creek, by separating combined sewer systems. This project – Wyandotte High / Lombardy Drive Green Infrastructure Project – is one of fourteen planned separation projects that will improve water quality, reduce overflows, and protect the community and environment. Scheduled for completion in Winter 2025, the project will include the installation of new storm sewer lines and construction of two extended dry detention facilities. These improvements will:
The Public Works Department is eager to oversee this crucial infrastructure upgrade, which not only fulfills the requirements of the Clean Water Act but also enhances the sustainability and reliability of the community's sewer system. For those interested in contributing to this vital community service, consider a career with the Public Works Department. More information is available at Public Works Careers. Frequently Asked Questions
Construction will occur in the approximate area bounded by North 20th Street on the east, Westview Drive on the west, Armstrong Avenue on the north, and Elizabeth Avenue on the south. The scope of work involves installing roughly 1,200 feet of new storm sewer piping, new manholes, and 9 curb inlets for street runoff, and two vegetated stormwater basins.
The project will cost about $3.4 million and is funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) monies.
The bids are anticipated to be opened on November 20, 2024, with construction anticipated to start in early Spring 2025 and final completion by December 31, 2025.
Yes, as traffic control plans for road and lane closures are received by the contractor, anticipated traffic impacts and schedules will be posted here.
Green infrastructure refers to a range of measures that use plant or soil systems, permeable pavement or other permeable surfaces or substrates, stormwater harvest and reuse, or landscaping to store, infiltrate or evaporate stormwater and reduce flows to sewer systems or to surface waters. Green infrastructure provides habitat, flood protection, cleaner air, and cleaner water along with economic, environmental, health, and social benefits.
Project contractors are anticipated to be selected by November 29, 2024.
As the project gets underway, check back here for important updates and photographs.
North 20th Street on the east, Westview Drive on the west, Armstrong Avenue on the north, and Elizabeth Avenue on the south, Kansas City, KS 66102 View Map
North 20th Street on the east, Westview Drive on the west, Armstrong Avenue on the north, and Elizabeth Avenue on the south , Kansas City, KS 66102
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