City of Springfield awarded $10 million for stormwater system upgrades

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources recently awarded $10 million dollars in financial assistance to the city of Springfield for upgrades to its stormwater system.

According to a news release, The Renew Jordan Creek – Main to Boonville project will uncover approximately 1,200 linear feet of Jordan Creek that is currently enclosed in concrete box culverts and create a mixed-use urban park adjacent to the creek that will serve as a community gathering space. The project also aims to reduce flooding in the city’s downtown area and improve the ecological conditions of Jordan Creek. The Jordan Creek project will enable the city to operate a stormwater system that meets the requirements of the city’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit and will result in improved water quality for Jordan Creek.

Dru Buntin, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources shared, “We can tailor assistance programs for cities of all sizes so they can improve their stormwater, drinking water or wastewater treatment systems. This in turn helps protect public and environmental health, and improves the quality of life for Missourians.”

The project is estimated to cost around $22.4 million and is scheduled to be completed in December 2026.

CLICK HERE to read the news release ‘Department of Natural Resources awards $10 million in assistance to Springfield‘ from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

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