Cherokee Drive Drainage Improvements

Project Overview

The Cherokee Drive (48th Avenue North) neighborhood predominantly consists of single-family homes that were built as early as the 1950s. Multiple reports of flooding have been received over the years. Frequent maintenance activities were performed, yet the flooding continued. The flooding situation was evaluated and ranked with other flooding concerns across the County and then prioritized for inclusion in the Penny for Pinellas Flood Prevention Program. Project development, planning and survey work for the project began in 2022.

The first phase of the project was to collect data and develop a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER). The PER studied the existing drainage system and evaluated design alternatives to alleviate flooding and provide other stormwater improvements for the Cherokee Drive neighborhood. The PER also evaluated the stormwater outfall into the man-made, tidal canal south of 47th Avenue. All proposed improvements will be designed and permitted in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.

Project Location

Anticipated Schedule

• Preliminary Engineering Report: 2022 – Summer 2026 (Complete)
• Design: Fall 2026 – Winter 2027
• Construction: Summer 2028 – Fall 2029

Project Funding

This project is supported by the Penny for Pinellas.

Contact Us

Travis Gennell, E.I.
Project Manager
Public Works / Capital Improvements
14 S. Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 464-4386
tgennell@pinellas.gov