Army Corps Awarded $6.2 Million for Battery Extension
The funding supports engineering and design for new coastal flood resilience projects in Charleston.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Safety
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded $6.2 million in design contracts for the Battery Extension project. These funds cover critical work to protect Charleston from storm surge and tidal flooding.
Why it matters
The project aims to significantly reduce the risks posed by tidal flooding and storm surge in Charleston. It focuses on implementing infrastructure like perimeter protection and pump stations.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued $2.91 million for Adger's Wharf design and $3.31 million for Lockwood Drive and the Ashley River area. These segments are currently at 35% and 10% design development stages, respectively.
The players
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This federal agency is responsible for investigating, developing, and maintaining the nation's water and related environmental resources.
Stantec-JMT Joint Venture
This engineering partnership was awarded the design contracts for Charleston's coastal resilience infrastructure.
The details
The contracts were awarded to the Stantec-JMT Joint Venture to advance perimeter protection, tidal gates, and living shoreline elements. Engineering teams will soon initiate geotechnical borings, topographical surveys, and utility investigations.
Timeline
August 26, 2026: Adger's Wharf contract awarded.
September 22, 2026: Lockwood Drive contract awarded.
Coming months: Field work and surveys begin.
Seasonal Patterns
These engineering investments represent a formal acceleration of long-term coastal resilience planning in Charleston. This work follows the patterns set by the Charleston Peninsula Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan to mitigate recurring tidal risks.
Residents should expect increased activity from survey crews in the coming months near Adger's Wharf and Lockwood Drive. Property owners in these areas should prepare for potential site assessments related to the infrastructure design.
The takeaway
Investment in coastal infrastructure is essential to maintaining property and public safety in low-lying urban environments. Residents are encouraged to monitor future project disclosures for updates on construction timelines and traffic impacts.
Further reading
For more on local initiatives, see Safety for updates on Charleston's flood resilience planning.
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