Stormwater Pond 17 Maintenance - 655 Melrose St.

Stormwater ponds help manage rainwater, prevent flooding and keep water clean. We are improving this pond by removing sediment that has built up on the bottom over time. While ponds are not natural wetlands, they can still provide habitat for turtles, fish, birds, and frogs. During maintenance, we take care to protect wildlife and the environment while keeping our community safe. Learn more about how we care for stormwater ponds.

Project location map

Planned improvements

  • Dredging (clean-out of accumulated sediment)

Construction impacts

  • Daytime construction noise and vehicle activity can be expected.
  • Temporary fencing around pond and pumping water out of work areas.
  • Safe rescue and relocation of wildlife by certified biologists with required permits.
  • Temporary draining of sediment beside the pond before removal to a licensed facility.
  • Restoration of pond and landscaped areas.

Stay informed

Updates on project progress, impacts, and timelines will be shared on this page. Use the Follow Project feature to receive updates by email.

Stormwater ponds help manage rainwater, prevent flooding and keep water clean. We are improving this pond by removing sediment that has built up on the bottom over time. While ponds are not natural wetlands, they can still provide habitat for turtles, fish, birds, and frogs. During maintenance, we take care to protect wildlife and the environment while keeping our community safe. Learn more about how we care for stormwater ponds.

Project location map

Planned improvements

  • Dredging (clean-out of accumulated sediment)

Construction impacts

  • Daytime construction noise and vehicle activity can be expected.
  • Temporary fencing around pond and pumping water out of work areas.
  • Safe rescue and relocation of wildlife by certified biologists with required permits.
  • Temporary draining of sediment beside the pond before removal to a licensed facility.
  • Restoration of pond and landscaped areas.

Stay informed

Updates on project progress, impacts, and timelines will be shared on this page. Use the Follow Project feature to receive updates by email.

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