Project Description
The drainage study will consist of the collection of hydrologic and hydraulic data, an existing conditions stormwater model, a future conditions model, and an evaluation of conceptual improvements to the existing stormwater management system within the Burnt Store drainage area. Public involvement meetings will be held throughout the project to seek input on known areas of flooding and other areas of concern.Project Location
The Burnt Store area watershed, from the Lee County line, north to generally Notre Dame Blvd. From Charlotte Harbor, east to the upper reaches of the watershed.Project Impacts
The entire Burnt Store Area watershed.Latest Updates
First Public Input Meeting - 7/22/25 at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church. The Powerpoint presentation from this meeting is linked below. Notes from the meeting are also linked below.
Second Public Input Meeting - September 23, 2025 at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Powerpoint presention from this meeting is linked below.
An update on the study will occur at the March 2, 2026 South Charlotte MSBU meeting where the final build-out model and project recommendations will be discussed.
The 3rd and final public meeting will be held to discuss the results of the study and review the project recommendations on April 14, 2026 at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Budget
| Phase | Cost |
|---|---|
| Engineering | $399,700 |
Schedule
| Phase | Estimated Start Date | Forecast Completion | Actual Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planning and Approval | 12/02/2024 | 05/19/2026 |
Supporting Materials
Project Phase
Planning and Project Approval
Last Updated
03/10/2026
Project Manager
Jason Thomas
Public Relations
Chad Ray
Email Public Relations
Project Number
2024000394
Sponsor Department
Public Works Engineering
Design Engineer/Architect
Kimley-Horn
Construction Contractor
n/a


