Myrtle/Morehead Phase 2 Storm Drainage Improvement Project

  • Project typeStorm Water Services
Overview

The Myrtle Morehead Storm Drainage Improvement Project (Phase 1 completed July 2017 and Phase 2) will reduce street and structure flooding throughout the neighborhood. Located within a drainage area of approximately 230 acres, the project will replace aging infrastructure and provide adequate drainage system capacity.  This project includes partnering with Charlotte Water for sanitary sewer improvements in the area. The project area is bordered by South Boulevard to the north and west, Kenilworth Avenue to the south and Morehead Street to the east. Streets in Phase 2 include Lexington Avenue, Myrtle Avenue, Templeton Avenue, Euclid Avenue, Caldwell Street, Cleveland Avenue, Rennselaer Avenue, and Mt. Vernon Avenue.  The Construction contract is 3 years for the Phase 2 project area.

Project Updates

June 2023

Construction of the Myrtle/Morehead Storm Drainage Improvement Project is complete. Storm Water Services will continue to monitor the project during the next 12 months as part of the warranty phase. The construction inspector will conduct 6- and 11-month inspections during the warranty period. If needed, the contractor will return to the site to make repairs. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services appreciates your cooperation and patience during the construction phase of this project.

                 

Estimated Cost: $41,500,000*

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


Project Phase: Warranty

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Map of Project Area


Schedule

Phase
Status
End date
Planning Completed March 2007 
Design Completed  June 2018
Permitting Completed June 2018
Property Easement/Acquisition Completed June 2018
Bid Completed December 2018
Construction Completed April 2023
Warranty In Progress June 2024