Cross Creek Stream Bank Stabilization | Fayetteville, NC The rains of Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Florence were a significant factor in stream bank erosion along Cross Creek in downtown Fayetteville, which had undermined the parking lot at the Beaver Law Firm as well as at St. John’s Episcopal Church just downstream. Bank stabilization was also…

Adam Street Drainage Improvements | City of Fayetteville Gradient designs and implements comprehensive drainage solutions that address undersized infrastructure and mitigate flooding in low-lying, urban neighborhoods. Their experience with rerouting storm systems and upgrading water mains aligns with Raleigh’s stormwater management needs for major CIP projects. Overview This project was identified as a potential solution…

Swift Creek Watershed Master Plan | Town of Cary Gradient’s capability in managing and executing large-scale urban watershed planning projects, utilizing advanced watershed and stormwater modeling techniques, integrating comprehensive data collection, and supporting community engagement can be leveraged to address Raleigh’s flooding and water quality issues effectively. Overview The Swift Creek watershed model and plan…

Stormwater Control Retrofits | Town of Cary Gradient designs stormwater control measure retrofits that enhance local drainage, reduce erosion, and improve water quality within North Carolina communities. Vickie Drive SCM Retrofit Gradient designed an SCM retrofit in Cary, North Carolina, near the intersection of Vickie Drive and Greenwood Circle. The retrofit SCM captured run-off from…

Wayland Drive — Area Drainage Improvements | City of Fayetteville Gradient regularly conducts detailed hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, develops effective drainage improvement designs, and recommends cost-efficient solutions that reduce flooding impacts in residential and business areas. Overview Residential housing and several businesses in the Wayland Drive area experienced frequent flooding. In addition to the…

Stormwater Asset Inventory and Condition Assessment | City of Henderson Gradient is enhancing Henderson’s stormwater management capabilities through the development of a comprehensive asset inventory and condition assessment plan, which supports informed decision-making, prioritizes repairs, and optimizes long term infrastructure maintenance and resilience. Overview The City of Henderson was awarded the Stormwater Planning Grant, Asset…

Stormwater Control Retrofits in Holly Springs | NCDOT Gradient provided NCDOT with enhanced water quality solutions and improved stormwater management in Wake County. Gradient’s comprehensive design capabilities directly benefit municipal clients like Raleigh by upgrading stormwater control measures and delivering innovative, high-performing solutions tailored to community needs. Overview NCDOT is working with partners to construct…

Citywide Watershed Master Plan | City of Fayetteville Gradient’s collaboration with the City of Fayetteville featured comprehensive studies across multiple drainage basins, paralleling the extensive watershed planning necessary in Raleigh. This work showcases Gradient’s capability in managing large-scale projects effectively with a team comprised of multiple subconsultants. Overview The City of Fayetteville, with 15 drainage…