Common Grounds: A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee (LIVE)
Friday Nov 3, 2023
The Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce Every great conversation begins with great listening. If you belong to the Chamber to stay in the know and make an impact, this is the event for you! Attend November's Common Grounds and hear updates from the City of Greeley on the 12th Street Storm Drain Outfall.Date and Time
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM MDT
Location
902 7th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631Description
The City of Greeley is building a new underground storm drain system to prevent flooding in the downtown area. In the past, floods have caused problems with traffic and damaged homes and businesses.
Phase 1 of the project is underway, close to 10th Street and U.S. 85 near the Poudre River. Phase 1 involves installation of storm infrastructure, public art, river restoration, and an extension of the Poudre Trail.
Phases 2 - 4 will continue the stormwater management project along 12th Street in downtown Greeley. The improved storm drainage system will reduce flooding in the area by adding drainage capacity including a larger stormwater pipe and new inlets.
Design for phases 2 - 4 began in January 2023 and construction is scheduled for completion in 2027. Phases 2 - 4 will extend the 12th Street storm drain system along 12th Street from 2nd Avenue to 8th Avenue. Storm drain systems are built beginning with the “downstream” end, the outfall at the river, and move “upstream,” increasing the system’s capacity to capture stormwater in phases.
The project will also reconfigure the existing roadway section along 12th Street from 2nd Avenue to 8th Avenue and add surface features to improve stormwater quality before it is discharged into the Poudre River.
Business owners along the corridor are highly encouraged to contact the City to aid in the street design outside of their business.