King and Huger Drainage Improvement Project Update
Charleston
Summary
The city accepted a $5 million state resilience grant to help fund the Cooper/Jackson drainage improvement project, with the city contributing just over $1 million from local TIF funds.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
$5,000,000 state grant award with a $1,026,160 city match from the Cooper River Bridge TIF.
Eastside and downtown residents affected by inadequate drainage and tidal flooding.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Public Works and Utilities Committee - Jul 13, 2026
The major $20 million drainage project is nearing completion, with pumps expected to be running in a few weeks and final landscaping wrapping up in the fall. The committee approved a $100,000 change order for hazardous materials disposal.
Public Works and Utilities Committee - Mar 23, 2026
The city accepted a $5 million state resilience grant to help fund the Cooper/Jackson drainage improvement project, with the city contributing just over $1 million from local TIF funds.
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