Fort Collins to control floodwater with $42 million storm pipe project
(UI) - Fort Collins is working to complete a $42 million storm pipe project that would mitigate storm-related overflow of the nearby Poudre River, according to KUNC. The river, which saw flows higher than 600 cfs during summer runoff, could be entirely carried by the new stretch of pipe, once complete.
Specialized equipment and the scope of the task contributed to the $42 million price tag—one of the most expensive ever taken on by Fort Collins. The project represents 6.5% of the city’s annual budget.
Starting in 1997, repeated flood events have spurred a progression of floodplain management for the city of Fort Collins that accelerated in 2013. The need for the current project was also backed by a city-conducted survey. Possible completion is estimated for Q2 2026.
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