Montgomery County Engineering Letter Blasts Ryko's Drainage Study
Montgomery County Engineering Letter Blasts Ryko's Drainage Study
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 05/06/2025 4:57pm
Article Summary:
Montgomery County's Strong Rebuke and Rescission of Ryko's Controversial Drainage Study for Floodplain Development
A letter from Montgomery County's Engineering Department criticized Ryko's Preliminary Drainage Impact Study for proposing the construction of 7,000 homes in a flood-prone area, highlighting safety concerns and the potential risk of flooding due to the site's location at the confluence of several major streams. The letter, initially backed by the County Engineer, Dan Wilds, who later left his position, was eventually rescinded for further review. Despite attempts by local officials to purchase the land, the steep asking price from Ryko hindered progress.
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Date: 05/06/2025 4:57pm
Article Summary:
Montgomery County's Strong Rebuke and Rescission of Ryko's Controversial Drainage Study for Floodplain Development
A letter from Montgomery County's Engineering Department criticized Ryko's Preliminary Drainage Impact Study for proposing the construction of 7,000 homes in a flood-prone area, highlighting safety concerns and the potential risk of flooding due to the site's location at the confluence of several major streams. The letter, initially backed by the County Engineer, Dan Wilds, who later left his position, was eventually rescinded for further review. Despite attempts by local officials to purchase the land, the steep asking price from Ryko hindered progress.
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