Coulwood Water Quality Enhancement Project

  • Project typeStorm Water Services
Overview

The Coulwood Water Quality Enhancement Project will improve surface water quality through the restoration of wetlands and streams to treat and convey the watershed’s runoff. The project is located within a drainage area of approximately 570 acres. The project is proposed to be built on an undeveloped parcel of land bordered by Birchwood Drive to the north, Hidden Creek Drive to the south, West Bank Drive to the west, and Cottonwood Park Drive to the east.

Project Updates

August 2026

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services will begin construction soon to repair eroding stream banks and improve wetlands in the area. On May 26, City Council awarded the construction contract to Wildlands Engineering, Inc. and is scheduled to start in late 2026 and is anticipated to take 24 months.

During the next few months, these activities may be underway: locating, flagging, marking and relocating utilities.

Estimated Cost: To Be Determined*

*includes all costs associated with this project such as planning and design, utility relocation, consultant fees, permits, construction, and landscaping.

Project Phase: Design

Project phase icon - In Design

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Schedule
Phase Status End Date
Bid Completed Mid 2026
Construction Late 2026 Anticipated Early 2029
Warranty TBD TBD

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Project Team

 

Caleb C. Frase, PE
Senior Engineer
704-572-3793
Caleb.Frase@charlottenc.gov 

 

Benjamin Lanzillotta, PE
Senior Project Manager
704-724-9460
Benjamin.Lanzillotta@charlottenc.gov

 

Crystal Goode, PE, CFM
Program Manager
980-475-9018
Crystal.Goode@charlottenc.gov

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