The Sierra Estates Drain Improvements project will upgrade the drainage system along Kuttshill Drive and throughout the Sierra Estates neighborhood. The project will replace the current roadside ditches and backyard swales with an underground stormwater pipe to improve drainage and reduce maintenance needs.
Construction is scheduled to begin in early April and is expected to be completed by the end of May 2026. Work will start with a full closure of Pine Meadow Drive at Kuttshill Drive and will then move north along Kuttshill Drive as construction progresses.
Access/Traffic:
Local traffic will be allowed through the work area throughout the project. However, there may be short periods when your driveway cannot be accessed while crews are working directly in front of your home or completing driveway restoration. The contractor will notify you ahead of time and will coordinate with you to make any special access arrangements you may need.
Mail:
Mail service will be maintained throughout construction. Some mailboxes may need to be temporarily moved to facilitate construction. If your mailbox is affected, the contractor will let you know where it has been relocated and when you can expect it to be returned to its original location.
Garbage Pickup:
During construction, the contractor will coordinate with you and your waste hauler to ensure your trash service continues without interruption. If construction activity prevents your waste hauler from accessing your driveway, the contractor will move your bins to a designated collection point and return them to the end of your driveway by the end of the workday.
Water Service:
The storm sewer may be in conflict with an existing water main. You will be notified by the Plainfield Water Department separately if there is a need for a planned water main shut down.
P&N Engineer
Kevin L. Gritters, PE
Jeremy Kamp, PE
(616) 364-8491
Prein&Newhof will have personal on site during construction.
Contractor
Kentwood Excavating
Jonathan Roodvoets
616) 949-5250
Kent County Drain Commissioner
(616) 632-7910
TREE CLEARING UPDATE
Work on the upcoming project is scheduled to begin April 6.
We will continue to share updates as the project progresses. The dates noted above are subject to change based on weight restrictions on local roadways.
The project team visited the site today to review the overall project and identify the trees that must be removed for the upcoming drain construction.
Residents living along Kuttshill, within the immediate project area, will receive a letter from the Kent County Drain Commissioner’s Office next week with additional project details.
Tree clearing is expected to begin the week of March 9, depending on weather conditions.
Kentwood Excavating plans to begin construction the week of April 6 and aims to reach substantial completion by May 8. This schedule may change as work progresses and will depend on weather.
Residents can expect Pine Meadows to be closed at Kuttshill during active construction. Kuttshill may have to be closed to facilitate water main relocation if this work is necessary. One way traffic along Kuttshill will be maintained with flaggers during the work day.