A $1 million federal grant to address chronic flooding on Read Avenue in Dewey Beach was released by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, allowing the town to move forward with a planned pump station project.
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A delayed $1 million grant to address persistent flooding on Read Avenue in Dewey Beach has now been released by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, clearing the way for the town’s planned pump station project.
Dewey Beach is updating its comprehensive plan to address flooding and erosion issues exacerbated by storms. Residents are already experiencing effects, prompting flood mitigation projects and a focus on future preparedness.
Living on the coast has its perks, but living close to the water makes one thing inevitable: flooding. Dewey Beach is no stranger to this issue, particularly on Read Avenue. To combat the persistent flooding, the town installed pipes a few months ago to direct water out to the bay.
DelDOT says this temporary closure is necessary for the installation of a new water and sewer line.
Living on the coast has its perks, but living close to the water makes one thing inevitable...and that is flooding. Dewey Beach is looking to tackle flooding issues, specifically on Read Avenue and Jersey Street.
The town says it has tested different drainage systems in the past, but nothing worked.