Ralph Brooks GSI Re-Design

Overview

The Ralph Brooks Re-Design project (#50395) will upgrade the GSI at Ralph Brooks Park for better system functionality and longevity. This will enhance the stormwater management at this location and on the surrounding streets. Many of the existing materials onsite will be reused to keep costs low. This project is part of the city’s 25-year stormwater management plan called Green City, Clean Waters.

The re-design work will include:

• Abandoning the existing infrastructure below the basketball court. Please note this will not affect the basketball court
• Regrading the corner of 20th & Fernon Streets to prevent water ponding at the ADA ramp 
• Redesigning and replanting the existing rain garden to allow for optimal stormwater runoff capture
• Potentially adding fencing or bollards around the rain garden to increase public safety and ensure proper maintenance to the system

Construction contact information, expected work dates, and streets affected will be listed here when construction is nearing.

During construction, an assigned PWD inspector and engineer will be on-site and can answer questions about the work.

For more information, please email the PWD community outreach team at water.projects@phila.gov. Please specify the project name, project number, and ZIP code in your email.