City of Peterborough Begins Work on Municipal Snow Storage Facility Improvements

The Municipal Snow Storage Facility on Kennedy Road is receiving improvements to enhance stormwater management, support environmental sustainability and improve long-term site operations. 

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

Construction is expected to take place between June and October with the remaining work to complete the project anticipated in 2027. 

The project will improve the collection, management, and treatment of runoff from snow storage operations. New stormwater management infrastructure will help improve water quality and protect the Otonabee River and surrounding ecosystems. 

The work includes: 

• Preparing, clearing, reshaping and grading the site 

• Removing old culverts, invasive species, garbage and fencing 

• Installing new stormwater infrastructure 

• Building a stormwater management facility including creating a bioswale to help manage and filter runoff 

• Constructing an engineered wetland 

• Paving areas of the site and installing new lighting 

• Planting trees and shrubs as part of reforestation efforts 

In addition to supporting the City's snow storage operations, the project will introduce new stormwater management features designed to improve water quality before runoff enters the natural environment. 

The project is part of the City's ongoing investment in infrastructure that supports a growing community while helping to protect the natural environment. 

An Environmental assessment was completed in 2023 for this project along with community consultation. The project has received Environmental Compliance Approval from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. 

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