Stormwater Drainage Swale – Charles Riley Reserve
The western oval and grassed grandstand area at Charles Riley Reserve is undergoing remedial works to mitigate flooding issues that had previously impacted the area.
The City is constructing a drainage swale to capture stormwater runoff from the carpark. The swale has been designed to store in excess of 130 cubic metres of water runoff that will infiltrate into the surrounding area during storm events.
Unfortunately, three trees will be removed to facilitate the works. The City is aware of its commitment to the environment and is proposing to replace these trees with fifteen trees that will be planted within the reserve during the winter planting season.
The drainage swale is shaped to have gently sloping sides that provide an active space for use by the community.
On completion of the works, the drainage swale will be reticulated and landscaped to match the surrounding area and the base of the swale will be planted with water tolerant tree species better suited to a wetter environment.
A new footpath will be constructed at the eastern end of the swale to connect the car park to the club rooms.
It is estimated the work will be completed by end February 2024.
Image: Charles Riley Reserve, North Beach Football Club Drainage Swale Construction