City Council approved $3.1M to cut flash flooding on North Cherry St and a $600K study to improve stormwater planning.
WHO:Knoxville City Council; City leaders; Ardurra Group
WHAT:Approved $3.1 million flood-reduction project for North Cherry Street and a nearly $600,000 contract to evaluate the stormwater system.
WHEN:Jun 12, 2026 at 4:16 AM ET
WHERE:Knoxville, TN
WHY:The city is updating stormwater infrastructure planning to reduce flash flooding and prioritize repairs after an inventory found unmapped, aging pipes.
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