Flood Control Project Begins In Cranford

CRANFORD, NJ - Construction began this week on the Northeast Quadrant Stormwater Management Project, better know as the Phase 2B Project which will help flood control, according to Mayor Patrick Giblin.

According to Giblin, the Northeast Quadrant Stormwater Management Project, better know as the Phase 2B Project, consists of the construction of new storm sewer facilities, including approximately 3,700 feet of reinforced concrete storm sewer pipe ranging in sizes from 15-inch diameter to 54-inch diameter, in addition to manholes, drain inlets, and sanitary sewers. Most of the construction is located along Riverside Drive.

"For those concerned about the road conditions on Riverside Drive, paving has been purposefully delayed until this project is complete," Giblin said. "The contractor expects the project to last approximately 6 months, with paving in the Spring of 2020."

Giblin said the important flood control project will improve stormwater capacity and tie into the existing pump station on Riverside Drive. Construction staging for the project will be at the small parking lot near Roosevelt Field.

"Thank you for your patience and understanding during construction," Giblin said.

Those interested in the technical details can view the plans on the Cranford Township website.

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