Plum and Walnut Green Intersection

Plum and Walnut Green Intersection

Project Team
CHARLOTTE KATZENMOYER, MATT METZLER, AND KARL GRAYBILL OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER STORMWATER BMPS: ANDREW POTS, SUSAN MCDANIELS, LEAH ROMINGER, AND BRIAN MARENGO OF CH2M HILL TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS: CINDY MCCORMICK, ANTHONY VALENCIA, KYLE MUNDY, AND CHRISTIE PACE OF MCCORMICK TAYLOR CONTRACTOR: HORST EXCAVATING CO. LANDSCAPE INSTALLER: TUDBINKS-VAN BINKLEY CISTERN/ART INSTALLATION: AUSTIN + MERGOLD, LLC
Project Description

Green Infrastructure transformed a low-lying intersection with a large concrete island and dangerous merge lane into a model for stormwater management, improved traffic safety, and increased commercial activity. Located next to the Lancaster Brewing Company, the intersection is now home to native shrubs, perennials, and new tree species surrounding an outdoor cafe constructed of permeable pavers, featuring a public art amenity that acts as a cistern to capture stormwater from the brewery’s roof for watering planters are used by brewery owners to grow their own produce. Learn about all the different features of this project by clicking this link.

Best Ultra-Urban Project

This category recognizes the best application of green infrastructure (GI) practices that are built in highly urban areas to reduce flooding and pollutant delivery (more than 75% site impervious cover). Some examples include: green streets, walls, roofs or parking lots, rainwater harvesting systems, urban forestry practices, and permeable hardscapes.

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