The project
Riverland Stormwater Improvements
Proposed construction: pending City approval, approximately two years once work begins
- North
- W Broward Boulevard
- South
- Davie Boulevard
- West
- Riverland Road
- East
- SW 21st Avenue / I-95
Riverland neighborhood
Project limits & location
City of Fort Lauderdale · Project No. P13086
- North limit
- W Broward Boulevard
- South limit
- Davie Boulevard
- West limit
- Riverland Road
- East limit
- SW 21st Avenue / I-95
Highlighted work areas
Section map & timeframes
Supplied East Melrose exhibit · Proposed section timing. Green highlights show the work areas on each sheet.
Section 1
4weeks
November 9 start*
16 structures · 1,300 ft of pipe
Section 2
6weeks
Start date unconfirmed
22 structures · 1,900 ft of pipe
Section 3
8weeks
Start date unconfirmed
Approximately 27 structures · 2,350 ft of road
Section 5
3weeks
Start date unconfirmed
1,500 ft of road
*The exhibit lists November 9 without a year. Durations are estimates, not a confirmed week-by-week sequence; construction remains subject to City approval and notice to proceed.
Section 1
4 weeks estimated construction · November 9 start*
16 structures · 1,300 ft of pipe
Planning deadlines
These are plan-needed or section-needed dates in the exhibit, not confirmed construction starts.
- Section 7
- December 1, 2026
- Final plans needed
- Section 4
- December 7, 2026
- Flow model determination and plans needed
- Section 5
- December 7, 2026
- Section needed by this date; construction start unconfirmed
- Section 6
- January 15, 2027
- Final plans needed
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Project purpose
Riverland has no comprehensive stormwater system. During moderate to heavy rainfall, water collects on streets and properties because there is nowhere for it to drain. This project will install a drainage system that collects stormwater and carries it out of the neighborhood.
$79.6M
Contract value for the Riverland improvements, awarded to David Mancini & Sons by the City of Fort Lauderdale.
~2 years
Estimated construction duration, measured from the second notice to proceed to substantial completion.
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Scope of work
Drainage pipes and structures
New storm drains and underground pipes on Riverland streets to collect stormwater and carry it away from homes and roads.
Pump stations and force mains
New stormwater pump stations and force mains that move collected stormwater out of the neighborhood.
Exfiltration and water quality structures
Trenches and structures that let treated stormwater soak back into the ground instead of ponding on streets.
Water and sewer line relocation
Water and sewer lines that conflict with the new drainage system will be relocated.
Restoration
Roadways, driveways and swales dug up for the work will be restored once construction is complete.
This project is part of Fortify Lauderdale, Phase 1 of the City's Stormwater Master Plan.
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What residents can expect
Driveway access
MaintainedResidents will be notified in advance of any temporary driveway closure.
Pedestrian access
Maintained at all timesPedestrian access to every property will be maintained throughout construction.
On-street parking
Restricted in work zonesPlease do not park on the street within active work zones.
Work hours
Mon–Fri, 7 AM to 6 PMWork is scheduled Monday through Friday, approximately 7 AM to 6 PM.
Advance notice
Door hanger notificationA door hanger will be delivered before work begins on each street.
Property restoration
Restored to the right-of-way lineDriveways, sidewalks and landscaping disturbed within the public right-of-way will be restored.
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