Reaffirms State’s Commitment to Climate Resiliency and Infrastructure Investment
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the H7 Dry Flood Mitigation Pond, a critical part of Howard County’s multi-phase Safe and Sound plan to aid in Ellicott City’s recovery following the devastating flooding of 2016 and 2018.
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“With the impact of climate change, it is more important than ever to support smart waterway infrastructure improvements that protect our local towns and communities,” said Governor Hogan. “I’m proud to say that this important project is a reflection of our administration's ongoing commitment to climate resiliency, infrastructure investment, and bipartisan, common sense solutions.”
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The dry pond, located at the intersection of U.S. Route 40 and U.S. Route 29, will reduce the water flow to the Hudson Branch, which passes through downtown Ellicott City. The project is consistent with Maryland’s climate change and resiliency goals by helping reduce runoff that is exacerbated by increased precipitation or flooding events.
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In June, the Maryland Board of Public Works voted to approve a $2.4 million grant to help fund the construction of the new stormwater detention basin. The State of Maryland has committed more than $16 million to Howard County to assist in flood mitigation and resiliency for Ellicott City.
