Trending...
- Santa Monica Businesses Push Back on Bus Stop Relocation That Threatens Access and Safety
- Pyro Marketing Launches New Website to Accelerate Growth for Fitness Brands
- Blake Harris the Leading Authority in International Asset Protection Joins Tom Hegna on "Financial Freedom with Tom Hegna"
~ Spokane, WA- The City of Spokane was honored today by the Washington State Department of Commerce with the Governor's Award for SMART Projects for their Cochran Basin Stormwater Improvement Projects. This prestigious award recognizes the city's innovative and thoughtful approach to managing stormwater while also creating community assets.
The Cochran Basin, which covers over 5,000 acres in north Spokane, is the largest stormwater collection area in the city. It collects runoff from residential, commercial, and light industrial properties. In order to improve the health of the Spokane River and create recreational opportunities for residents, the city embarked on a series of five projects.
The first project involved installing a large stormwater conveyance pipe through Downriver Golf Course. This not only helped manage stormwater but also upgraded the irrigation system, allowing the course to conserve millions of gallons of water annually. The second project focused on TJ Meenach Dr., where extensive infrastructure connections were installed and a new driving surface was added.
More on Washingtoner
To effectively manage large amounts of stormwater, the Cochran Control Facility was built at the southeast corner of TJ Meenach Dr. and Northwest Blvd. The final two projects were completed at Downriver Park and Whitewater Disc Golf Course. These areas now feature improved access and parking for river recreation enthusiasts as well as engineered natural facilities such as tiered swale structures with native plants and filtration ponds to fight pollution.
Marlene Feist, Public Works Director for the City of Spokane, expressed her pride in receiving this award stating, "This award recognizes the innovation, engineering, and thoughtful design needed to construct facilities that not only manage stormwater but also turn environmental challenges into community assets." She also highlighted how this project aligns with their goal of protecting the river while providing outdoor recreational opportunities.
Garrett Jones, Parks and Recreation Director for Spokane Parks & Recreation Department, emphasized how this project is an example of government collaboration at its best. He stated, "We have a goal of being the best parks system in the nation, and it's collaborative projects like this that put us well on our way."
More on Washingtoner
Aside from improving river health, the Cochran Basin Stormwater Improvement projects also provide numerous benefits for the community. These include improved outdoor recreational areas at Downriver Park, an 18-hole redesigned Whitewater Disc Golf Course, upgraded irrigation system for Downriver Golf Course, and a resurfaced TJ Meenach Dr. and nearby residential streets.
The total cost of these projects was $25.5 million, with most of the funding coming from the Washington State Department of Ecology and local utility and streets funding. Planning and design began in 2017, with construction starting in 2019 and completion in 2024.
The Cochran Basin collects stormwater runoff from over 5,000 acres reaching from Market St. and Francis Ave. to the TJ Meenach Bridge. The majority of this runoff comes from residential areas (85%), followed by commercial (2%) and light industrial (3%). With thousands of people accessing the Spokane River every year from City of Spokane Parks locations, these improvements will have a significant impact on both the environment and community.
The City of Spokane is proud to receive this recognition for their efforts in managing stormwater while also creating valuable community assets. This project serves as an example of how thoughtful planning and collaboration can lead to successful outcomes for both the environment and residents.
The Cochran Basin, which covers over 5,000 acres in north Spokane, is the largest stormwater collection area in the city. It collects runoff from residential, commercial, and light industrial properties. In order to improve the health of the Spokane River and create recreational opportunities for residents, the city embarked on a series of five projects.
The first project involved installing a large stormwater conveyance pipe through Downriver Golf Course. This not only helped manage stormwater but also upgraded the irrigation system, allowing the course to conserve millions of gallons of water annually. The second project focused on TJ Meenach Dr., where extensive infrastructure connections were installed and a new driving surface was added.
More on Washingtoner
- Spokane River Flows Meet Level 2 Drought Response
- California Family Launches Billboard to Reach "Pardon Czar" Alice Marie Johnson
- Rent Like A Champion Acquires CollegeWeekends
- Sumter Landing Dental Care Launches Summer Special on Full Mouth Reconstruction
- Seligson Law Launches New Website to Support Cannabis Businesses in California and New York
To effectively manage large amounts of stormwater, the Cochran Control Facility was built at the southeast corner of TJ Meenach Dr. and Northwest Blvd. The final two projects were completed at Downriver Park and Whitewater Disc Golf Course. These areas now feature improved access and parking for river recreation enthusiasts as well as engineered natural facilities such as tiered swale structures with native plants and filtration ponds to fight pollution.
Marlene Feist, Public Works Director for the City of Spokane, expressed her pride in receiving this award stating, "This award recognizes the innovation, engineering, and thoughtful design needed to construct facilities that not only manage stormwater but also turn environmental challenges into community assets." She also highlighted how this project aligns with their goal of protecting the river while providing outdoor recreational opportunities.
Garrett Jones, Parks and Recreation Director for Spokane Parks & Recreation Department, emphasized how this project is an example of government collaboration at its best. He stated, "We have a goal of being the best parks system in the nation, and it's collaborative projects like this that put us well on our way."
More on Washingtoner
- South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District Code Update Public Hearing on August 12
- databahn Announces Subscription Access to Fortune 500 GenAI Deep Dive Sales Intelligence Reports
- AI startup Congero offers instant websites with 24/7 updates - aiming to replace web agencies
- WonderDays Launches the UK's First AI Experience Gift Finder – Gifting Just Got So Much Easier!
- CelluHeal™ Launches Full Line of Advanced Wound Dressings for Online Purchase in the USA, Canada, and Beyond
Aside from improving river health, the Cochran Basin Stormwater Improvement projects also provide numerous benefits for the community. These include improved outdoor recreational areas at Downriver Park, an 18-hole redesigned Whitewater Disc Golf Course, upgraded irrigation system for Downriver Golf Course, and a resurfaced TJ Meenach Dr. and nearby residential streets.
The total cost of these projects was $25.5 million, with most of the funding coming from the Washington State Department of Ecology and local utility and streets funding. Planning and design began in 2017, with construction starting in 2019 and completion in 2024.
The Cochran Basin collects stormwater runoff from over 5,000 acres reaching from Market St. and Francis Ave. to the TJ Meenach Bridge. The majority of this runoff comes from residential areas (85%), followed by commercial (2%) and light industrial (3%). With thousands of people accessing the Spokane River every year from City of Spokane Parks locations, these improvements will have a significant impact on both the environment and community.
The City of Spokane is proud to receive this recognition for their efforts in managing stormwater while also creating valuable community assets. This project serves as an example of how thoughtful planning and collaboration can lead to successful outcomes for both the environment and residents.
0 Comments
Latest on Washingtoner
- "The Pornified Generation": Dr. Chris Samuels Exposes the Toxic Alliance Between Bro Culture and Pornography That's Rewiring a Generation
- Spokane: Suspect in custody after deliberately set fire causes damage to building housing the Downtown Police Precinct
- Multi-Agency Response Controls Dual Fires in Spokane
- MoVO Media Marketing Expands CRE Marketing Powerhouse with Addition of Fly Jamerson
- The Modern Insurance Store Expands Medicare Help Services for Seniors in Cincinnati
- Hire a Business Plan Writer: What to Expect and Why It's Worth It
- Ironside HR Named Fastest-Growing Staffing Firm for Second Year
- Inframark Continues to Build Its Community Management Capabilities and Multi-Disciplinary Presence in Arizona
- ICAST 2025: The Crystal-Clear Revolution Begins at Booth #3233
- Brindle Pet Supplies Now Carries Badlands Ranch Dog Food in Canada
- $10 Million Allocated to Establish Crypto Treasury Focused on High Value Ethereum (ETH) & Bitcoin (BTC) as Long-Term Holdings for Cybersecurity Leader
- Sing For Your Supper: A Night of Musical Comedy and Drag for a Great Cause
- Arcadis welcomes transportation leader Greg Spotts to advance mobility in Seattle and California
- Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies Celebrates New DBH Graduates
- $100 to $200 Million Equity Agreement with Top Digital Advisor Bitwise to Power Major Digital Asset Initiative for Bitcoin and Solana: OFA Group
- New Collaboration Launches Corporate ESG Solution for Responsible Decommissioning and Transparent Reporting
- SlickCashLoan Launches Free Loan Calculator to Help You Plan Monthly Payments
- TikTok Star ArcadeFriends Attempts 24-Hour Claw Machine Marathon at Lucky Puppy Arcade in Las Vegas
- Pyro Marketing Launches New Website to Accelerate Growth for Fitness Brands
- Annual Snapshot Estimate of Spokane County's Homeless Population Shows Overall Decrease for Second Year in a Row