Stormwater Management in our City
Managing stormwater is vital to protecting our community from flooding, improving water quality, and reusing this valuable resource.
Why Stormwater Management Matters
- Flood Prevention: Managing stormwater runoff reduces the risk of flooding in our low-lying, flat suburbs.
- Water Quality: Stormwater management helps prevent pollution from entering our waterways.
- Recycling Water: Harvested stormwater is reused to support a sustainable future.
Upcoming Stormwater Projects
We’re working hard to improve stormwater infrastructure across our City.
Here are some of the key projects underway:
Trimmer Parade Drain Upgrade:
To address flooding on Flavel Street, Pioneer Street, Toddville Street, and Beatrice Avenue, we’ll be increasing the drain capacity under Trimmer Parade. Assessments are currently underway to determine the stability of the existing drain, which could save significant public funds.
Learn more about this project.
Gleneagles Reserve Stormwater Upgrade:
Following community consultations in 2022 and an update in November 2023, this project aims to improve flood management and stormwater capacity while enhancing the local environment.
Key Highlights:
- A new pump station will return water from the basin to the Dumfries Avenue main drain.
- The system is designed to clear the basin within 24 hours of a rain event.
- Construction of a stormwater pit and a weir on Dumfries Avenue to divert high-flow stormwater to the detention basin.
Learn more about this project.
Floodplain Mapping
We’ve developed floodplain maps to understand how stormwater flows during significant rainfall events. These maps guide our planning to ensure your safety and improve our stormwater systems. View our floodplain maps.
Stormwater Inspections
Our inspections evaluate the structural stability of drains to ensure they are safe and effective.
- Techniques like concrete scanning are used to assess and improve ageing infrastructure.
- Results from these inspections guide upgrades to provide cost-effective and reliable solutions for the community.
Our initial analysis has found that a large proportion of the stormwater infrastructure in our City is either in relatively poor condition or is inadequate and will require significant additional funding to replace or upgrade.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Pollution prevention is everyone’s responsibility.
- Building sites must follow strict environmental standards to avoid sediment, waste, and litter entering the stormwater system.
- Council officers regularly inspect sites to ensure compliance with the Water Quality Policy.
Penalties may apply for breaches, including fines of up to $300.
Learn more about Pollution Avoidance on Building Sites.
What Can I Do
Your actions can help keep our stormwater systems clean:
- Dispose of waste responsibly.
- Avoid pouring chemicals or pollutants into drains.
Report illegal dumping or blockages to our customer portal.