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WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT (WRDA) REQUESTSThe following requests, in alphabetical order by project name, will provide the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers the authority to assist with the flood damage reduction, ecosystem restoration and other water infrastructure efforts in New Jersey and our surrounding waterways.
Atlantic Coast of New Jersey Unexploded Ordnance Remediation Atlantic Coast of New Jersey As part of the construction of hurricane and storm damage reduction project in the State of New Jersey, sand from the approved borrow sites unknowingly contained unexploded ordnances which were in turn placed on the beach. This produced an extreme hazard to the public and the cost of the clean up should not have to be shared by the State, as it is under current law. This request will clarify that such costs are a 100% Federal responsibility.
Barnegat Bay Ecosystem Restoration Barnegat Bay, Monmouth and Ocean Counties, NJ Over the years the aquatic ecosystem of Barnegat Bay has deteriorated due to urbanization and commercialization. Oyster and shell fish were especially hard hit and their recovery is questionable without assistance. This authority would allow quick response to help expedite restoration initiatives in Barnegat Bay in collaboration with State, local and Non Governmental organizations.
Barnegat Bay Feasibility Study Barnegat Bay Watershed within Monmouth and Ocean Counties, NJ This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of carrying out projects for improvements in the areas of ecosystem restoration and protection, erosion, shore protection, flood damage reduction, water quality control and other allied purposes for the Barnegat Bay Watershed, New Jersey.
Barnegat Inlet to Little Egg Inlet Monmouth and Ocean Counties, NJ As part of the construction of the Barnegat Inlet to Little Egg Island project, sand from the approved borrow site unknowingly contained unexploded ordnances and these were pumped onto the beach creating a hazard to the public. This request will clarify the project authorization to ensure all such clean up costs for this project are a 100% Federal responsibility.
Bulkhead Protection and Flood Control of Cedar Marsh Drainage Area Kearny, NJ The bulkhead is in poor condition and leaks frequently, leading to flooding of private and public properties in south Kearny. This request would authorize the reconstruction of the existing Passaic River bulkhead and Cedar Creek outfall, tidegates and pump station.
Compton Creek and Shoal Harbor Monmouth County, NJ The existing Compton Creek and Shoal Harbor Federal channel depths no longer meet the needs of the commuter ferry service and the commercial fishing fleet located in Belford section of Middletown Township. This request would authorize the Corps of Engineers to re-evaluate findings from a project report completed in 1991 regarding recommended channel improvements to accommodate both industries.
Delaware Bay Oyster Restoration Delaware Bay, NJ This request would modify the existing authority for this project, which helps to restore aquatic habitat in the area, by increasing the amount of available funding. The total cost for the current authorized project for oyster and aquatic habitat restoration in the Delaware Bay far exceeds the Federal funding limit. The non-Federal sponsor must assume all costs beyond the maximum Federal participation causing a large financial burden on the sponsor. This funding will increase the authorized limit for Federal funding.
Delaware River Estuary Ecosystem Restoration Delaware River, NJ The Delaware River estuary has been subject to heavy urbanization and industrialization for over 300 years which has resulted in large scale environmental degradation and the loss of a formerly thriving oyster industry in Cumberland County and other areas. This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to design and implement projects to restore aquatic habitats within the Delaware Estuary and adjacent waters, including the construction and restoration of oyster beds and related shellfish habitat.
Delaware River Watershed Delaware River, NJ The request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to provide design and construction assistance for water related environmental infrastructure, resource protection and development, flood damage reduction and ecosystem restoration projects in New Jersey’s portion of the Delaware River Watershed and its tributaries.
Gloucester-Salem Counties Regional Wastewater Management Project Gloucester and Salem Counties, NJ The funding would authorize the Corps of Engineers to work with the Counties to construct a new primary treatment plant, new wastewater pump stations, interceptors and other improvements. These improvements are necessary to expand wastewater collection and treatment to areas in both counties that do not have wastewater collection systems.
Great Egg Harbor and Mullica-Toms Watersheds Environmental Infrastructure Improvement Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Monmouth and Ocean Counties, NJ Over the years the Great Egg Harbor and Mullica-Toms Watersheds have deteriorated due to urbanization and commercialization. This project will authorize the Corps of Engineers to provide design and construction assistance for water-related environmental infrastructure, resource protection and development, flood damage reduction and ecosystem restoration projects in the area.
Grover’s Mill Pond Restoration West Windsor Township, NJ The Township spent $150,000 in funds to dredge additional yardage beyond the amount required by the plan executed by the Corps of Engineers in order to enhance the Corps’ project. This $150,000 was not considered part of the total project cost, which had been cost-shared, and is therefore the sole responsibility of the Township. To alleviate this financial burden, this request would modify the original authorization for the Grover’s Mill Pond Restoration project to include the $150,000 in the total project cost and credit the Township for this amount toward the cost-share.
Harbor Deepening Environmental Restoration Initiatives, NY and NJ Northern NJ Currently, the Corps of Engineers is constructing the 50 foot harbor deepening project for the NY/NJ region with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as the non-Federal sponsor. This authorization will allow the Corps to include among its project purposes ecosystem restoration measures, including preparation of a General Management Plan for ecosystem restoration consistent with the Comprehensive Restoration Plan that was prepared pursuant to the Hudson-Raritan Estuary study authority.
Jersey City Aqueducts Jersey City, NJ The request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to work with Jersey City to clean and line 10,000 ft of the 108 inch diameter concrete tunnel and pipe. Additionally, it will authorize the Corps to conduct a corrosion and cathode protection study of the twin 72 inch aqueducts.
Jersey City Dam and Reservoir Improvements Jersey City, NJ The request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to assist in dam and reservoir improvements. The request is necessary to replace mud gates and secondary valves, repair low level outlet, reconstruct gate houses, construct floodwall, and replace the fence and culvert.
Jersey City Water Transmission Mains Jersey City, NJ The request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to assist in cleaning and lining 20,000 ft of water main, replace 25 large valves, and construct a 30 inch water transmission. This will help to reduce flooding and ensure clean water.
Leeds Avenue Flooding Remediation City of Pleasantville Flooding on Leeds Avenue is a serious safety hazard for area residents and the children who attend Leeds Avenue School. This funding will authorize the Corps of Engineers to begin a project that will help to alleviate the flooding.
Lenape Flood Control Basin Bio-Mass Removal Cranford, Kenilworth, Union and Westfield, NJ Wet meadows and riparian corridors in the basin have been invaded by vegetation not native to these areas. This vegetation has formed massive mono-clonal formations that reduce the basin’s capacity for flood storage by the displacement effects of the bio-mass. This request will authorize the Corps to assist in alleviating this situation.
Lower Assunpink Creek Environmental Restoration City of Trenton, NJ The Corps of Engineers has completed a feasibility study for culvert removal which is part of a larger project to restore riparian habitat and stream banks on the Assunpink Creek. The Corps has estimated that additional funding will be necessary to complete the project so this request will provide an increased authorization amount for the project.
Main Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Piscataway and Highland Park, NJ The Main Trunk Sewer, in continuous operation for over 50 years, serves Middlesex County and portions of Somerset and Union Counties in Central New Jersey and is in need of repair. This authorization would be used for a long term rehabilitation of the Main trunk Sewer.
Margate Beach Bulkhead Replacement Margate, NJ The request will authorize the Corps to assist in replacing bulkheads along the beach adjacent to City owned property. The existing bulkheads are approximately 48 years old, constructed of timber and are deteriorating. The replacement of the bulkheads will help alleviate flooding and damage due to wave run-up during significant storm events.
New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway Point Pleasant, NJ The request will modify the existing Federal navigation project to add ecosystem restoration as part of the project purpose to protect the fragile coastal environment.
Newark Riverfront Project City of Newark, NJ The Corps of Engineers is currently working to address the restoration and rehabilitation of approximately 9,000 linear feet of Passaic River shoreline from Bridge Street to Brill Street in the City of Newark. This request would authorize the Corps to extend the boundaries of the project to include Eastern Ironbound, Gateway and the Northern extension.
Nomahegan Creek Stream Bank Restoration/Stabilization Mountainside/Westfield, NJ A two-mile waterway above the Echo Lake Park impoundment has been identified as the major contributor of the silts, sands, and sediments that the County of Union has had to remove by dredging. Suspended sediments are the principal pollutant in the area’s rivers and provide a natural host for other more volatile contaminants. This request will authorize the Corps to stabilize the banks to prevent this situation.
North Atlantic Coastal and Marine Management Plan Maine to Virginia Coasts including New Jersey The request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to complete a Coastal and Marine Management Plan for ecosystem restoration in North Atlantic region and to implement the plan's top projects. The New Jersey and North Atlantic marine environment is highly important economically and ecologically and the Corps’ role in ecosystem restoration is key to addressing the threats this area faces.
North Camden Bulkhead Construction and Bank Stabilization Camden, NJ The request would authorize the construction of a bulkhead edge, bank stabilization, enhancement of tidal wetlands and construction of wetlands boardwalk edge along the North Camden waterfront to improve storm water management and water quality in the Delaware River. A planted buffer will filter pollutants and sediments from runoff and will help to stabilize the slope.
North Riverwalk Wharf Mercer County, NJ Shortly after completion of the riverwalk in 1997, a portion of the old wharf on which the riverwalk was constructed collapsed into the Delaware River. This request would authorize the removal of all debris within the channel and the rebuilding of the wharf structure.
Ocean Gate Emergency Shoreline Protection Ocean Gate Borough, NJ In 2000 the Corps constructed a project for emergency shoreline protection for public facilities and services in Ocean Gate. Prior to closing out the project, severe storms damaged the work but funding had reached the maximum allowable limit under this authority preventing the Corps of Engineers from completing repairs. This request will authorize the Corps to replenish and stabilize the beach.
Passaic River Flood Management Northern NJ The Corps of Engineers has an existing authorization for buyouts of homes along the Passaic River however the authorization grants ownership of the land to the federal government after a property is bought-out. This modification changes the ownership from the federal government to the non-federal sponsor following a buy-out.
Pleasantville Bulkhead Marina Extension City of Pleasantville, NJ This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to stabilize the site around the marina and prevent erosion by replacing damaged bulkheads and seawalls.
Preakness Brook Flood Damage Reduction County of Passaic, NJ The request will authorize a reconnaissance study of Preakness Brook to address frequent flooding in the area from the intersection of French Hill Road and Valley Road to the Pompton River.
Sayreville Pump Station Rehabilitation Sayreville, NJ The original Sayreville Pump Station, constructed in the 1950s has not been operated since 1980. However, the Station could handle overflow should a failure occur along the current Sayreville Relief Pump Station. This request would authorize the rehabilitation of the original pump station to avoid hazardous conditions.
Sayreville Waterfront Bulkhead Sayreville, NJ This request will authorize the Corps to help re-construct an existing river bank bulkhead located on the Northwestern portion of the former National Lead site in Sayreville. This bulkhead was originally constructed by National Lead Industries along with a barge dock for off loading of material used by the former plant. The new bulkhead will stabilize the area and provide the public with direct waterfront access.
Third River Flood Damage Reduction Townships of Nutley, Belleville and Bloomfield, NJ All three townships have experienced severe flooding conditions due to the Third River. This request is to authorize a study of the Third River to develop and assess flood damage reduction methods.
Trenton Water Supply Infrastructure Project City of Trenton, NJ The City of Trenton owns and operates a 100-million gallon open finished water reservoir that provides water to approximately 225,000 people in five municipalities. The city plans to cover the reservoir in order to comply with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, which is designed to reduce the contamination of microbial pathogens in drinking water. This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to assist with this project.
Trenton Waterfront Revitalization City of Trenton, NJ This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to design, engineer and construct flood mitigation, ecosystem restoration, stormwater management, water and sewer infrastructure, and environmental remediation along the waterfront area of the Delaware River. This will help to reduce flooding and increase water quality.
Water Infrastructure Improvement Initiative City of Perth Amboy, NJ The City of Perth Amboy’s water supply, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure is in need of repair. This request would authorize the Corps of Engineers to address the deficiencies in these systems to keep the water supply clean.
Watershed Restoration for the Rahway River Union County, NJ The Rahway River Watershed in northeast NJ consists of a drainage area of 82 square miles with three major branches. The watershed has a population density five times the state average and seventy five times the national average. This urbanization and its concurrent effects on the river system has caused many recalcitrant problems including flooding, severe erosion, water pollution, and a host of secondary negative effects relating to the core problems. This request will authorize the Corps of Engineers to develop a comprehensive approach to alleviate these issues in the watershed.
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