City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates
- City of Savannah expands citywide Stormwater Master Plan with flood modeling for sea level rise, tidal impacts, drainage deficiencies, system bottlenecks.
- Stormwater Master Plan findings will identify needs, prioritize projects, and guide future capital improvement plans.
- Residents named flooding and stormwater management top SPLOST concern; this investment responds to feedback and strengthens long-term resilience.
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September 9, 2026
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City of Savannah Awarded Federal, State Funding for Stormwater Master Plan
SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah has been awarded $2,202,817 in federal and state funding for a Stormwater Master Plan.
The total project cost, $2,591,550, includes a federal contribution of $1,943,662 through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and a State of Georgia contribution of $259,155, via Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). The City of Savannah’s required local match is $388,733.
The grant funding will allow the City to expand its comprehensive, citywide stormwater master planning efforts, including flood modeling to evaluate the impacts of sea level rise; tidal influences; drainage deficiencies; system bottlenecks; and flood-prone areas throughout Savannah. Additionally, the stormwater master plan’s findings will help identify needs, prioritize projects, and guide the development of future capital improvement plans.
During the City’s recent SPLOST survey, residents identified flooding and stormwater management as their top concern and priority. This investment is another important step in response to citizens’ feedback, while strengthening Savannah’s long-term resilience.
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