After conducting an internal review of an earlier design for this project, we completed the planning process with a new, more cost-effective concept to manage stormwater.

Design Components: 

• A rain garden with underground stormwater detention (storage) in the parklet
• Landscaping and additional trees
• A surface path and seating blocks in the parklet 
• A crosswalk at the intersection of Lawn and Ophelia streets
• Drainage improvements in the public right-of-way on Lawn and Ophelia streets

Construction Updates*

• Please Note: Lead service line replacement work is ongoing in the neighborhood, as part of a separate PWSA construction project. More information is available at lead.pgh2o.com. 
• Week of August 8: For the underground stormwater system in the parklet, expect to continue excavation, then install liner, then begin installing the foundation layer of gravel.  
• Week of August 15: For the underground stormwater system in the parklet, expect to install the foundation layer of gravel.  

*Schedule could change due to weather, unforeseen site conditions, etc.

Financial Partners

• This project is partially funded by ALCOSAN’s GROW grant program.

Additional Information

• May 16, 2022 Community Meeting: Presentation, Recording, and Summary
• Planting Plan (Posted October 15, 2021)
• February 10, 2021 Oakcliffe Community Organization: Presentation, Meeting Summary
• February 12, 2020 Oakcliffe Community Organization: Presentation