Primary Details
Description
The South Howard Flood Relief Project involves designing and building a major stormwater conveyance system to improve drainage and reduce flooding along South Howard Avenue and adjacent neighborhoods, including Parkland Estates and Palma Ceia Pines.
Note: This is the main project related to South Howard Flood Relief.
Information related to a supporting project is located at:
https://www.tampa.gov/project/wur-23-0019
- Design and construction of a major stormwater conveyance system to alleviate frequent and dangerous flooding in Parkland Estates.
- Project will improve drainage along South Howard Avenue and will be a major stormwater conduit to which other projects can connect in the future to reduce flooding in adjacent neighborhoods.
- Includes upgraded water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
- Reimagined South Howard Avenue streetscape with wider sidewalks, on-street parking, enhanced landscaping, and expanded tree canopy for safer and more enjoyable walking, shopping, and dining.
- Coordination with Tampa Electric (TECO) to move South Howard Avenue power lines underground within the project limits.
- Improved water quality discharges to the Hillsborough Bay through innovative green infrastructure technologies, contributing to a healthier bay and more resilient community.
- Partnering with the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority for drainage of the expanded South Selmon Expressway.
Community Benefits
Flooding Relief/ water quality improvement
Contact Info
Contact Name
Michelle Robinson
Contact Phone
813-486-0361
Contact Email
Project ID
1002179
Department ID
SW40007
Project Type
Status
Project Phase
Construction Fiscal Year
2026
Multi Year Project
Yes
Council District
4
Neighborhood
Schedule and Costs
Project Phase
Planning
Design
Procurement
Construction
Closeout
Current Phase:
Planning
Funding Source
Stormwater Improvement Fee
Estimated Cost
$65,000,000
Funded Project
Yes
Budget Year
2022