April 22, 2025: West Irving Creek Public Meeting

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INTRODUCTIONS & BACKGROUND

PROJECT OVERVIEW

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CONTRACTOR INTRODUCTION

MEETING AGENDA

Q&A AND BREAKOUT

WHAT IS WEST IRVING CREEK?

▪ Drains 15%+ of the City south of SH-183- over 3 square miles!

▪ Runs for 3+ miles from Wyche Park at Pioneer Road to outfall south of Oakdale Road

▪ Constructed in the 1960s

▪ Inadequate to meet current standards for 100-year flood capacity

PROJECT OVERVIEW 2.

Delaware Creek Construction

PROJECT LIMITS

ROCK ISLAND RD
CONFLANS RD

CHANNEL

BRIDGES

Existing Crossing

▪ 5 Bridge Replacements

▪ Replace Small Culverts with Large Single Span

▪ Improve Aesthetics

▪ Maintain Access

Single Span Bridge Delaware Creek

CHANNEL

FENCING

▪ Channel Area To Be Fully Fenced with Gates for City Maintenance

▪ Homeowner Fence To Be Replaced As-Is Along Property Line

▪ Safety Rail To Be Provided Along Channel ▪ Ornamental Rail To Be Provided At Public-Facing Locations

SIDEWALK

▪ New Lighted Entrance To Wyche Park At Lawrence St

▪ Eliminated Previous Proposed Trail Connection to Rock Island Road

Lawrence St

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

▪ Will my fencing be restored to its original condition?

▪ New fences will be matched to the type and height of existing fencing.

▪ Will my landscaping be restored to its original condition?

▪ Trees will not be replaced, but irrigation systems and lawns will be restored. Other landscaping items will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

▪ I have a shed/pool/etc in my backyard. Will this be affected by construction?

▪ Pools and large/permanent structures will be protected in place using shoring. Small sheds will be relocated by the contractor. The contractor will coordinate with residents for relocation and moving of shed contents.

▪ What safety measures will be utilized during construction?

▪ Temporary fencing will be installed along the active construction area for safety purposes until the new permanent fencing is in place.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

▪ How will I know when roads are closed for construction?

▪ Residents can receive email updates on road construction by subscribing to the City’s Notify Me service.

▪ Who do I contact for unique property situations or other issues/concerns?

▪ For any questions, issues, or concerns please reach out to the contractor or the City inspector.

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