The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Division of Transportation Engineering is conducting a storm drainage study in the River Falls neighborhood. The study is funded by a grant from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MD DNR) Chesapeake and Coastal Service.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the existing storm drain system capacity and to determine potential upgrades within the drainage areas of these storm drains to improve climate resiliency and reduce the risk of flooding. The study is for information gathering, planning and budgetary cost estimates. Although the study will include recommendations for improvements, any physical improvements will be planned and funded at a future date.
The drainage areas include the southern portion of the River Falls neighborhood primarily between River Falls Drive and Brickyard Road, and the northern portion of the River Falls neighborhood including portions of the Fawcett Farms neighborhood that drain east down Rock Run Drive and Brickyard Road. Areas not included in the study include areas draining into the Rockwood Special Park stream including Fawcett Farms Manor, Schultz Tract, Da Da Woods, and the southwest portion of River Falls west of River Falls Drive drain.
MCDOT understands that there are multiple areas of concern. If you have experienced flooding in the neighborhood, please forward a description and any photos or videos to the MCDOT Drainage Assistance Request program staff.
A virtual public information meeting for the River Falls Neighborhood Drainage Improvements project will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., to present the project details and concept, obtain community input, and answer questions.
The public information meeting will be held virtually via the Zoom platform. Registration is required to receive a link to the virtual meeting. To register for the meeting, please use online registration form (click here) . We look forward to your participation. If you require special accommodations to participate in the meeting or to view materials, please contact Matt Spielman, via email at [email protected] by Thursday, November 14, 2024.
The County welcomes your feedback. Public input adds to the success of any public infrastructure project as it allows the County to understand the concerns of the community. Your input is important!
Please provide us with your valuable comments by Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., , via the following: