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Hohokam Drainage Program

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The Hohokam Drainage Program 1 is designed to mitigate flooding in residential areas along the north side of South Mountain in the central southeast portion of the City of Phoenix.

This is the first in a series of projects. It specifically focuses on constructing new stormwater infrastructure along South Mountain Avenue between 14th Street and 17th Way to improve public safety and protect homes and streets from stormwater damage. 

Image of the project area near South Mountain Avenue
Hohokam Drainage Program 1 focuses on constructing new stormwater infrastructure along South Mountain Avenue between 14th Street and 17th Way to improve public safety and protect homes and streets from stormwater damage. 

Program Details

Program Goals

This program is a part of the City of Phoenix’s broader initiative to improve public safety and infrastructure through flood management efforts. Through infrastructure investments the city aims to protect neighborhoods and enhance quality of life for residents.

Key Improvements

  • Installation of new storm drains along South Mountain Avenue between 14th Street and 17th Way.
  • Construction of a detention basin at Highline Canal Park to manage stormwater runoff.

Program Benefits

  • Reduction in flood risk for homes, streets, and public spaces.
  • Enhancements to public safety.
  • Long-term flood mitigation infrastructure improvements.

Community Engagement

The City of Phoenix is committed to keeping the impacted community engaged. Throughout the duration of the project community members can expect:

*NEW* There will be a public open house at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 16 at the South Mountain Community Library to introduce this project and answer questions from community members. 

Email comments to:  SW-Public-Involvement@Kimley-Horn.com

Program Resources

Documents will be uploaded to this website as soon as they are reviewed by the project team and approved for public viewing.

Timeline

Program Start – Winter 2024/2025

Data Collection – Winter 2024/2025

Update Hydrology and Preliminary Design
Concepts – Spring 2025

Preliminary Designs – Summer 2025

Public Meeting – Fall 2025

Final Designs – Winter 2025/2026