Hennepin Park

Work will be completed so that temporary disruptions in the neighborhood, such as noise and dust, will be minimized as much as possible. Sewage odors will NOT be present in homes, but may be present outside.

During construction, residents can expect to see equipment in the road and temporary traffic patterns in place, including:

· Partial road closures

· Traffic delays

· Possible detours

· Limited street parking

Construction is anticipated to start in Spring 2026 and finish by the end of 2027.

Notices will be delivered to residents at least one week before construction starts.

Buffalo Sewer is working diligently to improve the City’s existing sewer infrastructure in a cost-effective manner that will reduce combined sewer overflows (CSOs) impacting surface waters. This project will relieve pressure on the combined sewer system during storms, reducing the likelihood of CSOs. The new network of stormwater pipes will improve drainage during rain events, which will reduce street flooding.
 

There is a possibility that residents may experience brief water & sewer service interruption / limited use. Residents will be notified in advance should this occur, and details will be provided at that time.
 

Parts of Hennepin Park will be closed during construction, including the basketball court.

The tennis courts and hockey rink will be accessible during construction.

There will be chain link fences around the construction area to keep the community safe from the excavation and heavy machinery.

The playground will be closed for a brief period of time for minor drainage improvements. Playground equipment will be protected.

The project will be paid for with ow interest loans and grant funding from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation.
 

For further information, please call / email Buffalo Sewer.

716-851-4664

QueenCityCleanWaters@buffalosewer.org