The federal government is investing $9.6 million in two projects to mitigate flooding risks to the community by upgrading critical infrastructure.
This was announced by Ron McKinnon, Member of Parliament for Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam and His Worship Brad West, Mayor of Port Coquitlam.
The Maple Creek Drainage Pump Station project will protect people and properties in low-lying areas from flooding caused by increased rainfall and rising sea levels. It will replace the existing pumps with fish-friendly pumps and upgrade the floodbox structure for improved water management, while enhancing fish passage and survival. Additional upgrades will include seismic and structural improvements, as well as enhancements to civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.
The Cedar Creek Drainage Pump Station project will increase capacity to effectively manage water flow during storm events resulting from climate change. This includes providing flood protection for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties in low-lying areas, while also preventing localized flooding on roads. This project will replace the existing pumps with fish-passable pumps, upgrade the existing floodbox, and add a permanent generator.
