Storm Drain Improvements on Weston and Vernon Streets to Begin Next Week

WALTHAM, MA - The city will begin storm drain improvements on Weston and Vernon streets the week of May 9.

The Cabot, Vernon and Weston Streets Stormdrain Improvements Project is aimed at quelling severe flooding when it rains in the area, specifically on Cabot Street.

According to a post on the Waltham city website, the project proposes replacing about 670 ft. of main drain pipes and approximately 325 feet of catch basin lateral pipes in the area. A large diameter drain manhole and double grate catch basin are also included in the contract.

During construction detouring traffic through side streets will be prohibited; the city has also required the contractor to operate during restricted hours to mitigate traffic impacts.

The stretch of Weston Street west of Cabot Street is owned by MassDOT, State Route 20. MassDot granted the city a road access permit.

Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes while construction is ongoing.

If you have any questions or concerns about the program, please contact the City Engineer, Stephen Casazza, at 1-781-314-3830, or at scasazza@city.waltham.ma.us.