Cleveland park drainage and watershed improvements

On June 16, 2025, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $650,000 formula grant under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to the District of Columbia Department of Public Works for the Cleveland Park Drainage and Watershed Improvements project in Washington, DC. The project addresses chronic flooding issues near the Cleveland Park Metro Station and enhances multimodal transportation infrastructure along Connecticut Avenue from Macomb Street to Quebec Street, NW.

The deliverables include drainage and watershed improvements to mitigate recurring flooding, pedestrian safety enhancements, and public realm improvements across multiple intersections within the project corridor. These improvements represent a comprehensive approach to transportation infrastructure resilience and safety that aligns with the Highway Planning and Construction program's focus on highway preservation, safety enhancements, and multimodal transportation network development.

Project description

The objective of this project is to address the local reoccurring flooding problem near the cleveland park metro station and to improve pedestrian safety, access and visibility at all intersections; and introduce public realm improvements along the corridor of connecticut avenue from macomb street to quebec street, NW. A. Cleveland park drainage and watershed improvements.