Stream Restoration - May 2023
Scope of Work
This project consists of the stabilization of outfalls and stream banks to reduce erosion caused by uncontrolled runoff from upper headwater areas of the Mill Creek Watershed.
This project will provide stabilization to the eroding streams in Mill Creek and protect adjacent properties from undermining due to erosion.
Additionally, this stream restoration will provide significant water quality benefits and contribute to meeting the County’s permit obligations for the Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (CBTMDL) requirements.
Status of Project
The project will restore a stream below the Foxes and Graylin Woods subdivisions. These subdivisions were developed prior to modern stormwater management requirements and subsequently erosion in the two stream segments is significant. A Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF) grant application was submitted to the DEQ in February 2017. A 50% matching grant of $202,689 was awarded to James City County for the project. The site plan has been reviewed by all agencies and is ready for resubmittal. Easement acquisition was successful. Bids were received in July 2021 and the low bid was within budget. Resource Environmental Systems (RES) was awarded the contract in the amount of $370,785 at the October 2021 Board of Supervisors Business Meeting.
