Morningside Flood Infrastructure Project

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This project has been completed and this project page will no longer be updated. Please contact staff with any questions or comments. Thank you.

The Morningside Neighborhood has several low and landlocked areas prone to flooding. Climate change has already increased the risk of flooding and will continue to do so. This project helps the community be more resilient to flooding. Project benefits are balanced across the neighborhood and there is no increase in risk to any property.

Ponds, pipes and a surface swale will be used to safely move and store floodwaters. An expanded pipe and swale will provide overflow from the Lynn/Kipling inundation area and the Grimes Avenue low point, and an expanded and reconfigured pipe network and minor grade changes will move water away from homes. Weber Pond and the Lynn/Kipling Pond will be expanded and lowered. About six acres of trees will be removed in Weber Woods to accommodate the larger ponds.

The flood infrastructure project also includes:

  • Natural resources restoration in upland areas.
  • Nature trails and bridge crossings at two locations at Weber Park.
  • Improved pedestrian access to the park with some ADA-compliant paths in Weber Park.
  • Rebuilt sports fields in impacted areas with new turf and irrigation systems.

The flood infrastructure project coincides with planned roadway reconstruction in the neighborhood in 2022 and 2023.

The Morningside Neighborhood has several low and landlocked areas prone to flooding. Climate change has already increased the risk of flooding and will continue to do so. This project helps the community be more resilient to flooding. Project benefits are balanced across the neighborhood and there is no increase in risk to any property.

Ponds, pipes and a surface swale will be used to safely move and store floodwaters. An expanded pipe and swale will provide overflow from the Lynn/Kipling inundation area and the Grimes Avenue low point, and an expanded and reconfigured pipe network and minor grade changes will move water away from homes. Weber Pond and the Lynn/Kipling Pond will be expanded and lowered. About six acres of trees will be removed in Weber Woods to accommodate the larger ponds.

The flood infrastructure project also includes:

  • Natural resources restoration in upland areas.
  • Nature trails and bridge crossings at two locations at Weber Park.
  • Improved pedestrian access to the park with some ADA-compliant paths in Weber Park.
  • Rebuilt sports fields in impacted areas with new turf and irrigation systems.

The flood infrastructure project coincides with planned roadway reconstruction in the neighborhood in 2022 and 2023.

This project has been completed and this project page will no longer be updated. Please contact staff with any questions or comments. Thank you.

  • Adopt A Storm Drain

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    Sweep up! Rake up! Pick up!

    By committing to keep drains clear of trash, leaves, grass, snow, and ice you can help prevent flooding - not to mention keeping Minnesota's lakes, streams, and rivers free of pollutants.

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  • Flood Insurance

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    The City of Edina participates in the National Flood Insurance Program which enables anyone residing in Edina to purchase a National Flood Insurance Program flood insurance policy.

    Get the facts here.

  • Home Drainage Self-Evaluation

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    Improper drainage can cause water damage during even minor rain or snowmelt events. Whether you're an owner or a renter, the Home Drainage Basics fact sheet can help you assess problem areas where you live.

  • Reducing Risk as a Renter or Condo Owner

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    Even if you don't own a home, your property may be at risk during a flood.

  • Surface Water Flooding

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    Severe storms or prolonged periods of wet weather can cause creeks, lakes, pond, and low areas to fill with water. If your home is near these water bodies or in a low-lying area, it can be at risk of flooding.

    Check out these fact sheets and compare actions in this overview.

    View the flood risk for any property in Edina.

  • Groundwater Seepage

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    Groundwater seepage tends to occur after long periods of heavy rain or snowmelt, when more water soaks into the ground and causes the groundwater to rise above the home's foundation level. Long-term wet periods can raise groundwater, putting stress on building foundations, and flood low-lying landlocked areas.

    A sump pump is a typical solution for groundwater seepage. Dry floodproofing and wet floodproofing are other strategies to reduce vulnerability to groundwater seepage. If a lower level does flood, follow this guidance for pumping water out of your home.

  • Sanitary Backflow Flooding

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    Sanitary backflow flooding can be caused by a blockage in the City's sewer system or the system's inability to handle excess water caused by a significant storm. When this happens, wastewater can flow backwards into homes.

    Installing a sanitary backflow prevention device or sewage ejector pump can greatly reduce the risk of sanitary sewer flooding. Check out these fact sheets to learn about how they work and how to maintain them.

  • Survey Responses

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    Check out the survey responses to learn about people's experiences with flooding in the neighborhood.

  • Engineering and design update

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    We’ve updated our stormwater models with a new tool, called 2D modeling, to get a better understanding of where the water is coming from and better visualize the flood risk. We’re working on some resources to share what we’ve discovered with you.

    We’re also taking a close look at some infrastructure options – getting creative and taking a fresh look at some classic ideas. The challenge is to find a way to store and/or move a lot of water while balancing risk for people upstream and downstream. We’re looking at storage above ground, storage below ground, optimizing pipes, and predictive pumps as well as combinations of those approaches.

    In early September, we’ll share our initial concepts with you. By then, we’ll have some information about the benefits, tradeoffs, and relative cost of each concept alternative.