FLOOD MANAGEMENT:

The NJMC has funded various projects, to alleviate flooding in District towns, improving the quality of life of residents, merchants and commuters. In the summer of 2007, Land Use Management completed the restoration of several drainage systems in Carlstadt and Moonachie between Washington Avenue and Gotham Parkway. The design of the improvements, including a new tide gate on Palmer Terrace and 4,500 linear feet of ditch cleanout, was completed by LUM stormwater engineers.

Construction will begin in 2008 on the Rutherford and East Rutherford Tide Gates, and the cleanout of the associated mile-long drainage ditches. This restored drainage system will reduce flooding on Route 17 and significantly reduce flooding to numerous roadways and industrial buildings in both towns. A total of 10 tide gates and 16 culverts will be added in one of the area’s largest flood control projects.

The NJMC continues to complete catch-basin and storm sewer cleanouts throughout the District and participate in several flood control initiatives.

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