What we all know:
Hillsborough County – Residents of Progress Village in South Hillsborough County are lastly seeing aid in sight as a significant drainage enchancment venture is now underway. Hillsborough County officers have closed Progress Boulevard between 78th Road and eighty fifth Road across the clock for the subsequent two months to permit crews to put in new stormwater infrastructure.
The $17.3 million venture, funded via the American Rescue Plan, contains:
- A brand new stormwater drain beneath Ash Avenue and South 82nd Road
- Alternative of present inlets and outfalls south of Progress Blvd
- Upgraded pipes to deal with bigger volumes of water
- A brand new water-quality therapy pond that may circulation into Archie Creek
Why It Issues:
Progress Village residents have handled repeated flooding, most lately throughout Hurricanes Helene and Milton and two further main rain occasions in mid-July. Some neighbors have been trapped inside their properties, and water rescues have been required.
Native leaders and residents say they imagine years of close by growth on larger floor worsened the flooding. “With all the constructing that has been coming into the realm, folks don’t take into accounts that we’ve been right here for a very long time,” stated Twanda Bradley, president of the Progress Village Civic Council.
What’s subsequent:
Progress Boulevard is anticipated to stay closed via early October. Whereas the drainage venture is scheduled to complete later this 12 months, residents say they’re cautiously optimistic and waiting for 2026 for long-term outcomes.
The Supply: This data comes from Hillsborough County officers, interviews with Progress Village residents and group leaders, and on-site reporting by FOX 13’s Jennifer Kveglis.
