The city implements projects that improve the stormwater drainage system and benefits our environment. Projects consist of capital improvement projects, in-house projects, and green/grant projects.
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Stormwater capital improvement projects are constructed when the existing stormwater drainage system is inadequate and results in flooded streets and property. Stormwater capital projects also strive to improve water quality whenever possible. Stormwater utility fees provide the funding and staff resources for planning, design and construction of capital improvement projects. Stormwater capital projects are time-intensive and involve several major stages from start to finish:
Please use the link to the capital project dashboard for information about all of the City's capital projects. For information specific to major stormwater capital projects, filter the map by selecting the "DC - Drainage Construction Category" on the panel on the left side of the map to display projects and their associated information.
Public Comment Form - give input on projects, the City's Stormwater Program, etc.
In-House Stormwater Projects
In-house drainage projects consist of smaller to medium-size projects that are designed, permitted and constructed by City of Wilmington staff.
Learn about our stewardship awards and numerous grant projects.