Farmer Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Project typeStorm Water Services
Overview

The Farmer Storm Drainage Improvement Project will reduce street flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 50 acres, the project will replace aging infrastructure and provide adequate drainage system capacity. The project area is bordered by West Boulevard to the north, Caronia Street to the south, Clanton Road to the east and Rose Avenue to the west.

Project Updates

October 2026

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services and United of the Carolinas, Inc. continue with construction of the Farmer Storm Drainage Improvement Project. Work is anticipated to be completed by mid-2027.

Project Updates

•   Storm drainage improvements at West Boulevard Library are still in progress and should be completed by the end of September.

•   Storm drainage improvements have begun west of Clanton Road resulting in a lane shift.

•   Romare Bearden Drive between West Boulevard and Farmer Street remains closed to through traffic.

     

Estimated Cost: $9,700,000*

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

Project Phase: Construction

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Map of Project Area

Schedule
Phase Status End Date
Bid Completed November 2025 
Construction In Progress Anticipated Mid 2027 
Warranty TBD TBD

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Project Team 

 

Michelle Montgomery
Construction Manager
704-301-9783
Michelle.Montgomery@charlottenc.gov

 

Isiah Glover, PE
Project Manager
980-390-7508
Isiah.Glover@charlottenc.gov

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