Drainage Project Update

Dear Grand Coulee Residents,
We’re excited to provide you with an update on the drainage remediation project happening in our town. First, a big shout-out to N 40 for their fantastic work. They’ve been working diligently, and we’re happy to report that they’re ahead of schedule by about two days. Thank you for your hard work!

We understand that your yards are essential to you, and we’ve been working hard to ensure minimal disruption while improving water flow in our town. Today, on September 6th, I had the opportunity to walk through some streets in town with the contractor and our foreman to discuss our plans for several streets, including

  • Blair Street,
  • Railway Avenue,
  • Assiniboia Avenue, and
  • Broadway Street.

Starting this week .

Here’s what you can expect moving forward:

  1. Driveway Letters: If your driveway is going to be affected, you will receive a letter. In these areas, most affected driveways will have swales installed. Swales help direct water flow while safeguarding our roads and homes.
  2. Unaffected Driveways: Even if you haven’t received a letter about your driveway, drainage run excavation and clearing around existing culverts may still happen to ensure proper elevation and water flow. The contractor will remove dirt or rocks if necessary. Landscaping rocks will be replaced if possible, and we’re evaluating whether to replace grass or use a different material.

Reminder of the reasons  behind these efforts are twofold:

  1. Water Flow: We want to improve the flow of water out of town to prevent flooding and water damage.
  2. Road Maintenance: We’re preparing for road work in 2024. To ensure the longevity of our roads, we must prevent drainage issues from undermining the road’s base and surface.

We appreciate your patience, understanding, and support as we complete this work this fall. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 306-352-8694.

Don’t forget to keep a watch out for your street listing for information.

Thank you for being a part of our community.