Coastal Flood Adaptation Projects

Status: In Progress

Upgrading 7.5 kilometres of the earth dyke along Mud Bay and at the mouth of the Serpentine River, including flood boxes, providing protection to the Highway 99 regional link to the Peace Arch border, BC Hydro’s primary transmission line and regional sewer and watermains. This project will be done in phases.

Status: In Progress

Removing and replacing existing pump station built in the 1990’s at 13168 - 48 Avenue with a modern pump station. The new pump station will protect the agricultural floodplain area from extreme flooding. It will include new ‘fish friendly’ pumps to allow fish to pass through unharmed and will be less vulnerable to the impacts of a seismic event.

Status: Planning

Removing and replacing the sea dam with a modern structure that is climate and seismic resilient. The new structure will have a higher crest elevation, and a robust foundation and dyke tie-in to resist extreme earthquakes.

Status: In Progress

Raising and widening 152 Street crossing the floodplain and making improvements along King George Blvd from Highway 99 to Serpentine River to provide secondary flood protection for 152 Street. We will also twin the Nicomekl River Bridge and create a four-lane road and bridge crossing with cycling and pedestrian pathways. This will improve flood resilience and emergency response as well as help reduce congestion. 

Status: Planning & Design

Creating a 3-km riparian park that incorporates recreation, traditional culture and natural values with flood attenuation features. These features will include wetlands and habitat islands. The new Nicomekl Riverfront Park will employ innovative climate adaptation and mitigation measures. It will also provide opportunities for reconciliation, climate awareness, and environmental stewardship.

Bridge Replacement Project Status: Complete

Replacing the aging single-lane Bailey bridge and the two-lane timber trestle bridge with a modern four-lane crossing including multiuse pathways for pedestrians and cyclists. The new crossing will increase the safety and capacity of this nationally significant transportation corridor.

Sea Dam Project Status: Planning

Upgrading the adjacent 100-year old sea dam to improve flood and irrigation controls.

Status: In Progress

Continuing expansion of perforated storm sewer system together with ground and road raising. This will provide efficient conveyance to manage storm water runoff and rising groundwater levels. This project will be done in phases.

Status: In Progress

Upgrading the dyking system including the 3-kilometre reach of the Nicomekl River between Elgin Road and the 40 Avenue Pump Station, as well as the Serpentine dyke between 88 Avenue and Fraser Highway. This will increase the area's resiliency to sea level rise and protect Surrey lowlands from coastal flooding. We will also replace the flood boxes at Fry's Corner Pump Station (7627-176 St) to protect the surrounding area, agriculture and highways from future flooding. This project will be done in phases.

Status: Completed

The new railway bridge is resilient to flooding and sea level rise. It will help the city realize the full benefits of the Serpentine-Nicomekl flood control system to improve flood control of agricultural land.

Status: Completed

The new Burrows Pump Station is resilient to flooding and earthquakes. The new design allows fish to pass through it easier and it has better flood control and irrigation for surrounding agriculture. A new building houses the electric controls to power the new fish-friendly pump.

Status: Completed

The new Stewart Farm Sanitary Pump Station has been upgraded to accommodate sea-level rise.

Status: Planning

Partnering with the Semiahmoo First Nation to remove and replace the failing pedestrian bridge over the Campbell River. This bridge connects the Semiahmoo First Nation with the City of Surrey and City of White Rock. The new structure will be built to current flood protection standards and allow for 1 meter of sea level rise. It will also provide an alternate emergency access route.

Status: In Progress

Working with the City of Delta and Semiahmoo First Nation on a nature-based approach to flood protection known as a living dyke. The natural dyke will mitigate coastal flooding and support biodiversity.  The project will begin with pilot studies to test stabilization techniques for the living dyke in two locations in Mud Bay.