The Lorna/Laburnum Storm Drainage Improvement Project will reduce street and structure flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 50 acres, the project will replace and/or rehabilitate aging infrastructure and provide adequate drainage system capacity. The project area is bordered by Bascom Street to the north, Briar Creek to the south, Bay Street and Laburnum Avenue to the east and Kingsbury Drive to the west.
September 2026
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services and engineering consultant The Isaacs Group continue with the design phase.
The project team is coordinating with private utility companies to identify potential conflicts and relocation needs. Next, staff will develop detailed drawings for the proposed improvements.
*includes all costs associated with this project such as planning and design, utility relocation, consultant fees, permits, construction, and landscaping.
Learn more about project phases.
Storm Water Services
Isiah Glover, PE Project Manager 980-390-7508 Isiah.Glover@charlottenc.gov
Amy Bice, EI Senior Project Manager 704-369-9136 Amy.Bice@charlottenc.gov
Crystal Goode, PE, CFM Program Manager 980-475-9018 Crystal.Goode@charlottenc.gov