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Public Works: Drainage
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Public Works: Drainage
Stormwater is rain that doesn’t soak into the ground. Instead, it runs off hard surfaces like roofs, driveways, streets and parking lots. It flows into ditches, creeks or storm drains. This directly impacts the city's streets, businesses, park trails and residential properties that are next to drainage channels and beyond.
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Public Works: Drainage
Drainage is how rainwater moves off streets, sidewalks, and homes. Pipes, ditches and storm drains help carry the water away so it doesn’t flood our neighborhoods or impact our commute.
Flood prevention means stopping big rainstorms from causing water to collect where it shouldn’t—like in roads, yards or homes. It also helps minimize damage to drainage channels and pipes where water flows out.
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Public Works: Drainage
- Some drains and pipes have decay and do not function properly during rain events, enabling water to pond, which can attract mosquitoes.
- Many areas don't drain fast enough, so they flood during storms.
- Creeks are washing away soil (called erosion), which damages land, undermining fences and physical property boundaries.
- Some drain pipes and culverts are frequently clogged with mud and debris that need routine maintenance.
- Citywide evaluations have revealed widespread drainage deficiencies. Several of the more severe locations are highlighted below.