Public Works - Safety Service Department

Current Construction Projects

WESTMOOR RD, ORCHARD GROVE AVE, AND GLENDALE DR WATER, STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER AND PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT PROJECT

City Council passed legislation to enter a contract with DiGioia-Suburban Excavating, LLC for the Westmoor, Glendale, and Orchard Grove Sewer, Watermain, and Pavement Replacement Project in an amount not to exceed $4,919,685.00 on December 15, 2026.  The City received five (5) bids on November 14, 2025, and the bid by DiGioia was $168,572.50 less than the second lowest bid (Fabrizi) and $580,315 less than the engineer’s estimate ($5.5M).  The City was awarded $655,034.90 by Cleveland Division of Water as part of the Suburban Water Main Renewal Program to be used for the watermain replacement portion of the project (13.3% of total cost). DiGioia-Suburban Excavating, LLC has received favorable recommendations from the cities of Strongsville and South Euclid.  Additionally, they successfully completed the Frazier Drive Project for the City of Rocky River approximately 10 years ago. 

The scope of work for the Westmoor (between Hilliard and Orchard Grove) Glendale/Orchard Grove project includes the following: 

Sanitary Sewer & Storm Sewer:  This work includes the removal of storm sewer and sanitary sewer lines with associated manholes and catch basins, and replacement on Orchard Grove Avenue and Westmoor Road. New storm manholes, storm lateral connections, sanitary manholes and sanitary lateral connections will also be installed.  Glendale Drive sewers will not be replaced because they are newer and are in better condition.  These sewers are ideal candidates to be lined.

 Water Main:  This work includes the removal and replacement of approximately 2,300 feet of existing water main.

 Pavement:  This work includes full depth, full width removal, and replacement of pavement, including curbs, drive aprons, ADA compliant curb ramps and selected sidewalk on Westmoor and Orchard Grove.  Glendale will receive full depth pavement repairs, apron replacements, curb repairs, and resurfacing.

*If you would like to be added to the email list for updates regarding this project, please send an email to Chris Vasco (cvasco@rockyriverohio.gov)*

Project Public Meeting Information: January 27, 2026

• Presentation

• General Information Handout

Buckingham Road, Argyle Oval, and Arundel Road Sewer Replacement Project

The Buckingham Road, Argyle Oval & Arundel Road Sewer Replacement Project is for the replacement of almost 2,000 linear feet of inverted storm and sanitary sewer on public property, as well as the replacement of water mains and connections for all properties, and pavement resurfacing.

The public project area directly services 45 homes and lies within Sewershed 4 in the City of Rocky River.  This area was identified as a necessary location for rehabilitation to reduce infiltration and inflow (I/I) as part of our most recent hydraulic study performed in response to an Administrative Order on Consent by the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) requiring the closure of two remaining Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs) within the City.  Sewershed 4 serves 356 properties within approximately 134 acres of the City and contains one of the two remaining sanitary sewer overflows (SSO’s), SSO No.302, located at Falmouth Drive and Beach Cliff Boulevard, adjacent to the project location.   

Much of the sanitary and storm infrastructure supporting Sewershed 4 is beyond its useful life, in some cases upwards of 100 years old. Coupled with the aging infrastructure, many of the oldest homes in the community are concentrated in Sewershed 4. Portions of sewer system in Sewershed 4 were constructed as over/under sewers, where the sanitary sewer pipe was constructed in the same trench as the storm sewer. Within the manhole, the two sewers are generally only separated by a metal plate which may leak or become dislodged, causing the storm water to flow into the sanitary sewer.  This construction technique, which is unique to northeast Ohio, further contributes to I/I problems, particularly as the infrastructure ages. The additional volume of storm water adds to the volume of the sanitary system, and travels to the wastewater treatment plant for treatment, or during high flow events, may be released directly into the storm system, through outfalls into Lake Erie.  These overflows are a serious risk to the water quality of Lake Erie and to the health of the public and wildlife who rely on the lake as a natural resource.

The City of Rocky River has worked diligently to perform sewer rehabilitation and has successfully closed 12 of the 14 remaining SSO’s through public works projects.  In September of 2009, the USEPA issued Administrative Orders requiring the removal of three (3) SSOs as well as directing the City to perform a City-wide Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Study (SSES). During the intervening period, one of the three SSOs was removed, and SSES Phase I was conducted for Sewersheds 4, 5, and 12. 

Sewershed 4 was included in the first phase of the SSES due to the location of SSO No. 302 within its boundary. The SSES investigation included collection system inspections and cleaning, mainline and private property dye testing, flow monitoring, hydraulic modeling and improvement planning for each of the selected sewersheds and has been the basis the City’s calculated approach to the planning and implementation of sewer rehabilitation projects in the community.

The project is expected to cost approximately $5,575,000 with $2,520,000 paid by grant funding awarded by federal Community Project Funding that was awarded in 2022 and $639,930 awarded as part of Cleveland Division of Water’s Suburban Water Main Renewal Program. Construction is expected to commence in the fall of 2024 and be completed late 2025.

Upcoming Construction Projects

Spencer Creek Restoration Project

The City of Rocky River is moving forward with the Spencer Creek Restoration Project at Bradstreet’s Landing Park, an initiative designed to enhance both the ecological health of Spencer Creek and the experience of park visitors.

The project focuses on restoring the stream and its riparian corridor to more natural conditions that support a diverse range of native plants and wildlife. Over time, Spencer Creek has been impacted by erosion, habitat loss, and changes to its natural flow. The restoration will stabilize streambanks, improve water quality, and reestablish native vegetation, creating a healthier ecosystem for fish, birds, and other native species.

Equally important, the project will improve public access and enjoyment of Bradstreet’s Landing Park. Visitors will benefit from enhanced trails and viewing areas near the creek, offering opportunities for education, recreation, and appreciation of the natural environment.

The Spencer Creek Restoration Project is being funded, in part, through Ohio EPA 319 funding in the amount of $300,000 and State Capital Improvement funding in the amount of $200,000. Work is anticipated to begin late fall of 2025. The City of Rocky River is working with SmithGroup and LimnoTech to ensure the project meets environmental best practices and community needs.

Follow this link for a copy of the presentation from the August 25, 2025, public meeting.

Wooster/Shoreland Park

The Wooster/Shoreland Park is scheduled to bid in the fall of 2025, with a Spring 2026 construction. Intended as a passive neighborhood park, this upgrade to the vacant property along Shoreland Avenue at Wooster Road will provide greenspace for the residents of the area.

Rocky River Park Master Plan

In the Spring of 2025, the City of Rocky River teamed up with SmithGroup to meet with stakeholders to develop a long-term development plan for Rocky River Park. The final Master Plan Summary is available HERE.

Please note that while this page is updated regularly, more current information may be available. Please reach out to the Office of the Director of Public Safety-Service at (440) 331-0600 for the most up to date information on all of our past, present, and future projects.