Federal Grant Goes To Minimize Flood Risk in Wyoming City

The U.S. Department of Commerce has given Cheyenne, Wyo. a grant for a storm sewer project that should help minimize the risk of flooding downtown.

The Wyoming Tribune Eagle reported the department’s Economic Development Administration awarded the city a $1.68 million grant. It will go toward a storm sewer interceptor project for downtown’s west end.

Cheyenne Planning Services Director Matt Ashby says the project is a major initial effort in spurring increased development and renovation in the area. The sewer project will allow storm water to be captured and diverted to a nearby creek.

Flooding is an ongoing concern in downtown Cheyenne. Officials say the total cost for flood control and storm water quality projects on the west end of downtown will total between $12 and $25 million.