Manchester Takes on Erosion, Stabilization Projects
Date Posted: October 28, 2025
Posted In: News, Projects,
From West Newsmagazine: Facing issues with erosion and stabilization of creeks, the city of Manchester is looking to head off potential problems.
The 2025 budget allocated $450,000 for construction of Gascony Creek stormwater improvements in Country Lane Woods, Public Works Director Errol Tate said. This subdivision was identified to have several creek stabilization projects as part of the creek erosion priority and inventory list completed in 2021.
The areas include three locations on LaBonne Parkway and on Mautenne Drive.
After seeking bids for the project, the city chose Two Alpha Contracting LLC at a cost of $355,959.
For creek improvements at Country Stone Drive, the city chose Ideal Landscape Construction at a cost of $129,968.
The 2025 Parks and Storm Water Fund also allocated $165,000 for this project, which was identified as part of the creek erosion priority and inventory list, Tate said.
Both projects will include repairing and stabilizing eroded sections of the creek, according to Tate. The city will reinforce the creek banks using a combination of engineered solutions and natural methods.
“As part of the restoration, crews will begin by carefully clearing existing vegetation that restricts water flow or contributes to instability along the stream,” Tate said. “The main channel will then be reinforced with a lining system designed to direct water safely and reduce erosion during heavy rain events.”