ABOUT THIS PROJECT

Water is part of what makes a community thrive, but when it has nowhere to go, it can also create challenges. Across the Parkers Creek watershed in Greenville, North Carolina, flooding and drainage issues have affected neighborhoods and community spaces north of the Tar River. At the same time, the area's streams, wetlands, and natural landscapes offer opportunities to work with water rather than against it.

The Parkers Creek/Greenfield Terrace project is looking at how nature-based solutions can help create a more resilient community. By improving wetlands and drainage features, reconnecting natural areas, and exploring opportunities for recreation, we can help the landscape better manage stormwater while creating places that people can enjoy.

PROJECT GOALS

• Reduce flooding impacts and improve how water moves through the Parkers Creek watershed.
• Restore and enhance wetlands, streams, and drainage features to support water quality and natural functions.
• Explore opportunities for greenways, walking and bicycling connections, recreation, and outdoor gathering spaces.
• Bring community voices and priorities into decisions about future improvements.

HELP SHAPE WHAT COMES NEXT

The people who live, work, and spend time here have an important role in deciding what comes next. Community input will help guide which improvements are most meaningful, what needs should be considered, and how the project can best serve the area over time.

What would you most like to see in the Parkers Creek and Greenfield Terrace area? Which improvements would make the biggest difference to you and your community?

Your feedback will help inform the next steps for the project.