The city of Sanibel reported that its contractor has begun repairing collapsed slopes along Pond 3 at the Pond Apple Park, which is part of the city\u2019s effluent disposal system that sustained damage during Hurricane Ian. Restoring the Pond 3 slopes will strengthen a critical component of Sanibel\u2019s wastewater infrastructure and reduce the risk of future storm-related erosion.<\/p>\n
The work is supported by funding from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) through the Hurricane Ian Effluent Disposal Pond Apple Site Repairs Grant.<\/p>\n
The project will include the following:<\/p>\n
\u2013 Restoring approximately 900 linear feet of pond bank<\/p>\n
\u2013 Dredging eroded material from Pond 3 and rebuilding slopes<\/p>\n
\u2013 Installing a geocell reinforcement system with geotextile fabric to strengthen the slopes<\/p>\n
\u2013 Planting approximately 2,810 square yards of perennial peanut groundcover to reduce future erosion<\/p>\n
The city reported that construction is expected to be completed by April. Temporary access limitations around Pond 3 may occur during construction to ensure public safety.<\/p>\n
For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 239-472-6397.<\/p>\n