Suggestions

Water Projects - Page 9

Oregon dam project receives $4 million for design phase

Oregon – If the Newport area were to experience an earthquake, two dams have an increasing chance of failure due to age and poor construction. A $4 million influx from state lottery funds will now pay for the design phase of the Big
September 6, 2023

Progress continues on Seattle-area reservoir project

Washington – Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is moving forward with plans for a replacement drinking water reservoir in the Bitter Lake Neighborhood. The 21-million-gallon Bitter Lake Reservoir is estimated to cost $91 million. Project design plans continue to be developed based on technical
September 6, 2023
The NSMV One ship in the ocean.

Galveston wharf improvements needed to house educational ship

In 2020, the U.S. Congress approved $390 million to fund the construction of a National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) and assigned the watercraft to the Texas A&M Maritime Academy at Texas A&M University at Galveston. The ship needs a place to reside in
September 1, 2023

Splish splash: Austin whitewater park looks promising

Minnesota – A recently completed feasibility study provided a favorable review of replacing the Ramsey Mill Pond Dam with five whitewater pools in the Cedar River near Austin. The park would create recreation opportunities for whitewater rafting, kayaking and tubing. Initial designs for
August 30, 2023

California allocates $239 million for housing projects

California – California officials announced $239 million in Infill Infrastructure Grants (IIG) to seven communities across the state. Under the program, grants are available as gap funding for infrastructure and other capital improvements necessary for specific residential or mixed-use infill development proposals. Eligible applicants
August 30, 2023
1 … 7 8 9