Northline Drive Storm Sewer Design

The Northline Drive Stormwater and Roadway Improvements project enhances flood protection and infrastructure reliability along a key Houston corridor impacted by chronic drainage issues and frequent flooding. Developed as a long-term solution, the project improves the area’s ability to manage severe storm events and supports future infrastructure growth.

Client

City of Houston

Construction Delivery

Design-Bid-Build

PGAL Scope

Detention Pond Design, Drainage Design, Drainage Studies, Preliminary Storm Sewer Design, Roadway Design, Traffic Control, Utility Design

Completion Date

2016

Site-specific constraints, including filled ditches and shallow outfall elevations, limited the effectiveness of traditional drainage strategies. The design introduced two detention ponds with a combined 40 acre-feet of storage to capture and regulate peak stormwater flows.

The scope included detailed drainage studies, preliminary storm sewer layout, and full roadway, utility, and drainage design. Right-of-way planning was incorporated to allow for future infrastructure upgrades and align with Houston’s larger resilience strategy. The result is a more sustainable, reliable corridor that reduces flood risk and enhances service for the surrounding community.